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Agilent Technologies 140/240/280 Series AA (including Zeeman) guide

1. Instrument Setup 71 amp 6 r j Connections 12 bi Power 12 Moving Your Instrument 13 Starting the System 13 Pre analysis Checklist 14 This chapter describes how to set up the Agilent AA system for analysis and get you started using the instrument You should have already e Prepared your PC and installed the SpectrAA software as described in Chapter 3 e Become familiar with the SpectrAA user interface as described in Chapter 4 Instrument Setup Use the following checklist to ensure that you set up your system correctly You must e Connect the components of the system to one another see Connections on Page 72 e Connect the equipment to the power supply and check the setting of the two voltage taps where fitted see Power on Page T2 e Install the hardware components as per your analytical requirements Refer to the Help for details Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 71 Getting Started 72 Connections Your Agilent AA instrument is supplied with a set of gas hose fittings and a mains cable which suits the common utility standard in the local region A Country Kit must be ordered with the Agilent AA instrument Power The mains power connection is located at the rear of the instrument Refer to the next section for instructions on connecting the instrument to the mains power supply Gas Hoses Three rubber hoses are permanently attached to the instrument Each hose is 1 8 meters l
2. e SpectrAA Base for use with SpectrAA Base version 5 2 or greater and Windows 7 Professional 64 bit SP1 operating systems e SpectrAA PRO for use with SpectrAA PRO version 5 2 or greater and Windows 7 Professional 64 bit SP1 operating systems e SpectrAA CFR for use with SpectrAA CFR software version 5 1 and Windows XP SP3 operating systems only The following table lists the procedure for each software installation scenario SpectrAA Base Page 42 SpectrAA PRO Page 45 SpectrAA CFR Page 47 1 Install SpectrAA Base 1 Install SpectrAA Base 1 Install SpectrAA Base v 5 1 27 2 Configure instrument for 2 Configure one or two 2 Configure one or two use instruments for use instruments for use 3 Install SpectrAA Help and 3 Install SpectrAA Help and 3 Install SpectrAA Help and Videos Videos Videos 4 Install GPIB 4 Install SpectrAA PRO 4 Install SpectrAA CFR Communications Card or 5 Install GPIB Communications 5 Install GPIB Communications USB GPIB HS Converter Card or USB GPIB HS Converter Card 6 Configure for DUO operation if 6 DUO is used Guidelines for Software Installation Configure for DUO operation if DUO is used The following information assumes that you are working on a clean empty hard disk If you have any other files on the PC hard disk ensure that you make backups of these files before continuing Agilent will not assume responsibility for the loss of data files or third party software For ins
3. The camera image will appear black because the SpectrAA is turned off Printer Setup The printer must be a make and model supported by Windows To install your printer follow the instructions provided with the printer For more information refer to your printer documentation or Microsoft Windows Help Troubleshooting This section contains solutions to some common problems you may encounter during the installation of the SpectrAA software The SpectrAA software isn t communicating with the instrument e Ensure the computer has been restarted after installing the software and the GPIB card or USB GPIB HS converter e Check the cables and connections e Check that the instrument and any associated accessories are turned on e Check that you are not running the Simulator software Select Help about system information e Ensure the PCI GPIB driver has been installed and configured Refer to Pages 51 and 54 for details Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Software Overview o o o c 0 e 4 Software Overview o o Starting the SpectrAA Software 62 j SpectrAA Windows 62 ii Index Page 62 Worksheet Window 63 Reports Window 65 Administration Window 66 Working With the SpectrAA Software 67 Menu Bar 67 Toolbar 67 Dialog Boxes 67 Help 67 Searching for Help 68 Printing Help 69 Viewing Help While You Work 69 Quitting Help 69 The Agilent AA system software SpectrAA is a power
4. 30 30 30 31 31 32 37 37 39 39 40 41 41 42 45 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Contents Installing the SpectrAA CFR Software 41 Installing the SpectrAA Base Software 47 Installing the SpectrAA CFR Software 50 GPIB Communications 51 Installing the PCI GPIB Communications Card 51 Configuring the PCI GPIB Communications Card 54 Installing the USB GPIB HS Converter 55 Setting Up for Agilent AA DUO Operation 55 Starting the SpectrAA Software 56 SpectrAA Release Notes and Software Status Bulletin 57 Installing the Drivers for the Tube CAM Furnace Camera Option 5 Driver Installation 58 Printer Setup 60 Troubleshooting 60 4 Software Overview 61 Starting the SpectrAA Software 62 SpectrAA Windows 62 Index Page 62 Worksheet Window 63 Reports Window 65 Administration Window 66 Working With the SpectrAA Software 67 Menu Bar 67 Toolbar 67 Dialog Boxes 67 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 5 Contents Help Searching for Help Printing Help Viewing Help While You Work Quitting Help 5 Getting Started Instrument Setup Connections Power Moving Your Instrument Starting the System Pre analysis Checklist 67 68 69 69 69 71 71 72 72 73 73 74 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Safety Practices and Hazards 0 o 1 Safety Practices and Hazards General 7 r e Electrical Hazards 8 Heat Vapors and Fumes 9 i Compressed Gases and Cylinde
5. The trap is designed to provide a liquid seal under all normal conditions with solutions having a specific gravity greater than 0 75 Never use a solution or solvent having a specific gravity lower than 0 75 otherwise the liquid seal can be breached This can create a flashback and create an explosion hazard or a fire hazard A length of tubing must be connected to the drain outlet on the trap and led to a suitable waste vessel The free end of the tubing must remain above the liquid in the waste vessel Do not use glass waste vessels use vessels made of a material that will not shatter in the event of a flashback A length of tubing should be connected to the vapor vent the upper nipple on the liquid trap when you are analyzing organic or toxic liquids This tubing should be led out from the sample compartment parallel to the drain tubing and must slope downwards to enable any liquid overflow to drain out and prevent the tubing from becoming blocked Do not lead the vapor tubing to the waste vessel If necessary an active exhaust system should be used to draw away toxic vapors If you are not analyzing solutions of a toxic nature leave the vapor outlet uncovered Heat Hazards An open flame burners and other hot surfaces can present heat hazards that can result in severe burns Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Safety Practices and Hazards When operating a flame system always operate your spectrometer with the flame shi
6. transport 0 2133 m 5 45 20 80 0 7000 Operating within 0 853 m 10 35 8 80 performance specifications 0 2800 853 2133 m 10 25 8 80 2800 7000 For optimum analytical performance it is recommended that the ambient temperature of the laboratory be between 20 25 C and be held constant to within 2 C throughout the entire working day Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 31 Introduction Power System unit Required supply voltage Rating 240 AA 100 VAC 10 5 170 VA 120 220 or 240 VAC 10 230 VAC 14 6 230 VAC 6 14 50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz 280 AA 100 VAC 10 5 230 VA 120 220 or 240 VAC 10 230 VAC 14 6 230 VAC 6 14 50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz Zeeman version 240Z AA 208 240 VAC 10 3500 VA 50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz 280Z AA 208 240 VAC 10 3500 VA 50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz GTA accessory power supply 208 220 or 240 VAC 10 3500 VA 230 VAC 14 6 230 VAC 6 14 50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz In normal operation the Zeeman and GTA units draw surge currents in excess of the nominal rating Power supplies to these units must be isolated from other supplies to the system and should include delayed action protection devices such as circuit breakers or motor start fuses Surges in the Zeeman instrument occur in the read cycle during atomization and may be up to 28 A for up to 10 seconds in any 1 to 2 minute period Surges in the GTA accessory depend on the choice of ramp rate and programmed
7. AA Site Preparation Guide which describes the environmental and operating requirements of the Agilent AA system You must prepare your laboratory according to those instructions before the Agilent AA can be installed You should keep the Site Preparation Guide for future reference If you have misplaced your copy you can obtain a replacement from your local Agilent office Agilent AA Documentation 30 This manual covers the installation of the Agilent SpectrAA software for 240 280 series AA instruments Instructions for installing operating and maintaining the instruments are included in the SpectrAA Help see Page 67 Operating instructions for the Sample Introduction Pump System SIPS and other AA accessories are given in the manuals accompanying the accessories or in the SpectrAA Help Conventions The following conventions have been used throughout this manual e Single quotes indicate a selection you can make from several choices such as radio buttons checkboxes and software items e ALL CAPITALS indicates text you must type in from the keyboard e g type SETUP at the prompt Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Introduction Specifications Your Agilent AA instrument is designed for indoor use It is suitable for the following categories e Installation category II e Pollution degree 2 e Equipment Class I Environmental Condition Altitude Temp Humidity 7 RH t C non condensing Non operating
8. CD ROM into the CD drive Select the destination folder for the videos if applicable and click Yes or No as required 13 Once you have finished installing the base software click Finish to complete the SpectrAA Base installation Follow the instructions in the next section to install the SpectrAA CFR software Installing the SpectrAA CFR Software Windows XP SP3 with NTFS file system is required for the SpectrAA CFR version Currently SpectrAA CFR is not compatible with Windows 7 Installation of the SpectrAA Base version 5 1 27 must be completed prior to installing the SpectrAA CFR software Refer to Page 47 for details The selections entered during installation of the Base software e g User Information Directory Location will be used for the CFR installation To install the SpectrAA CFR software 1 Close down all Microsoft Windows applications 2 Insert the SpectrAA CFR CD ROM into your CD ROM drive The installation program should start automatically If the program does not auto start do the following a From the Windows Start menu select Run The Run dialog displays b Inthe Run dialog type X SETUP EXE where X represents the letter of your CD ROM drive and select OK to start the installation Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Installation 3 Once the installation program commences follow the prompts selecting Yes Next or OK on each page 4 The SpectrAA Instrument Configuration window will be
9. EE EEE le x Edt View Instrument Options Window Help je OG H lax S MOMS fPaew vaee Fang Develop Labels Anaysis Concertration Prec Mean Abs ee m Labels li TN a 3 o ol yL vUa 2 00 Samie 002 150 i wali i 2 8 8 8 K il fli Sample 010 S 11 ISamria MI 00 20 40 60 80 100 4 gt Zoom 0 Time Aitoscale Read E forksheet closed 4 19 00 DM 15 09 2003 rksheet opened 3 26 56 z 97 2003 set 27 10 2003 Demo mode ith 0 5 na Lamp Current 4 0 mA Background Correct tration Measurement Mode PRONT Smoothing 7 point 10 sion Sample 1 0 t Measurement Time 10 Method 5 of 8 Ea Lamp 1 As Absorbance Concentzation Auto Normal Flow 5 of 50 PROMT 100s 1 0 N20 Acetylene BC Of Resuk rows 0 Figure 3 The Analysis page of the Worksheet window The worksheet is the fundamental file type for SpectrAA containing one or more methods sample labels sequence information and analytical results You may load an existing worksheet or develop a new one The Worksheet window consists of four tabbed pages Filing Develop Labels and Analysis To access a particular page click on the appropriate page tab appearing under the menu bar The Filing Page Use the Filing page to perform basic worksheet operations such as opening saving and closing worksheets creating a template from a worksheet and loading worksheets You can also view information about the worksheet currently open If you
10. Series AA User s Guide 35 Introduction 36 Fuses Non Zeeman 240 series AA T2 5 A H250 V IEC 127 sheet 5 5 x 20 mm 100 120 amp 220 240 VAC Z80FS AA T4 A H250 V IEC 127 sheet 5 5 x20 mm 100 120 amp 220 240 VAC Zeeman 240Z 280Z AA 15 A long delayed action circuit breaker with a thermal cutout T3 15 A H 250 V IEC 127 sheet 5 5 x 20 mm 208 240 VAC T3 15 mA L 250 V IEC 127 sheet 2 5 x 20 mm 208 240 VAC T1 A L 250 V IEC 127 sheet 2 5 x 20 mm 208 240 VAC T8 A L 250 V IEC 127 sheet 2 5 x 20 mm 208 240 VAC T800 mA L 250 V IEC 127 sheet 2 5 x 20 mm 208 240 VAC For safety reasons any other internal fuse or circuit breaker is not operator accessible and should be replaced only by Agilent field service engineers Fuse information on the rear of the instrument is the most up to date Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Allowed range Recommended Typical flow rate Connection Spectrometer System unit 240 AA instrument only 240 AA instrument and shipping box 280 AA instrument only 280 AA instrument and shipping box 280Z AA instrument only 280Z AA instrument and shipping box Gas supplies Instrument grade 1 8 m 6 ft length of 6 3 mm 1 4 in ID red hose with 9 16 in 18UNF L H 790 mm 31 in 1215 mm 48 in 790 mm 31 in 1170 mm 46 in 790 mm 31 in 1170 mm 46 in Air Must be clean amp dry Air filter to be used if required 245 455 kPa 35
11. Software Windows XP SP3 with NTFS file system is required for the SpectrAA CFR version Currently SpectrAA CFR is not compatible with Windows 7 To install the SpectrAA Base version 5 1 27 software 1 Ensure that the PC is on and that no other Windows applications are running 2 Insert the SpectrAA CD into the CD ROM drive The installation program should start automatically If the program does not auto start do the following a From the Windows Start menu select Run The Run dialog displays b Inthe Run dialog type X SETUP EXE where X represents the letter of your CD ROM drive and select OK to start the installation 3 Once the installation program commences follow the prompts selecting Yes Next or OK on each page 4 On the User Information window enter the user information as requested Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 47 Installation 5 From the Choose Destination Location window select the drive or sub directory where the SpectrAA software will be installed If you wish to install the file in a directory other than the default location select Browse 6 From the Select Program Folder window choose the name the program shortcut will use on the Windows Start menu 7 On the Start Copying Files window check that all settings are correct Select Next to begin the installation 8 From the SpectrAA Instrument Configuration window select your instrument type from the drop down list on th
12. SpectrAA Release Notes and Software Status Bulletin Installing the Drivers for the Tube CAM Furnace Camera Option Printer Setup Troubleshooting 39 41 41 42 45 4 51 05 56 5 57 60 60 This chapter describes how to prepare your personal computer PC and printer for use with the Agilent AA system and install the SpectrAA software on your PC PC Requirements If you are supplying your own PC for use with an Agilent AA instrument the recommended configurations of that PC are listed on the following page Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 39 Installation 40 Recommended PC Configuration IBM compatible PC with 2 66 GHz processor 4 GB RAM 500GB Hard disk drive 256MB Graphics card supporting 1024 x 768 resolution 16 speed DVD drive Integrated audio sound card and speakers Keyboard and Mouse 19 in LCD Monitor Windows 7 Professional 64 bit Service Pack 1 operating system The PC must have one spare PCI expansion slot for the Agilent PCI GPIB interface card If SPS 3 or ETC 60 accessories are being used an RS232 port is required for each of these A USB port is required if the camera option is to be used Windows XP SP3 with NTFS file system is required for the SpectrAA CFR version Currently SpectrAA CFR is not compatible with Windows 7 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Installation Procedure Overview Installation There are three software installation scenarios
13. analyses and organic solvent analyses to prevent perchloric acid from mixing with organic solvent residues Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 23 Safety Practices and Hazards 24 When solvent extractions of perchloric solutions are performed some of the acid may dissolve in the organic solvent that is subsequently aspirated Also if the organic solution is aspirated while floating on the surface of the acid do not allow the capillary tube to drop below the organic layer and suck up aqueous perchloric acid When using perchloric acid wear approved ear protectors and approved safety glasses and ensure that all instrument safety covers are in position Flashbacks Analysis over many years has shown that in most cases flashbacks are associated with one or more of the following points If you experience a flashback check this list to see if any of the points are relevant and take steps to remedy the situation 1 Keep the burner clean Deposits must not be allowed to build up in or on the burner slot because they can partially block it thus causing the pressure to build up in the spray chamber and breach the seal provided by the liquid trap or glowing particles can fall down through the slot into the spray chamber and ignite the combustible gas mixture inside The use of a hard object to brush off glowing carbon particles during flame operation is not recommended because of the increased risk of knocking one of the particles d
14. cord into the back of the instrument and the free end of the power cord into the mains power supply and then switch the mains power supply on Moving Your Instrument Heavy Weight The instrument weighs over 50 kg 110 Ib Do not attempt to lift the instrument alone Always use two or more people when lifting or carrying the instrument into position AN Starting the System The instrument power switch is a rocker type located on the front of the instrument on the left hand side Switch this to T to start the system The green indicator light should come on For instructions on how to start any accessories refer to the manuals supplied with the accessories If you have not already done so start the SpectrAA software as described on Page 62 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 73 Getting Started Pre analysis Checklist The general preparation procedure is as follows 1 Install all the required hardware including any associated accessories such as SIPS according to the instructions in the Help see Page 67 and any accessory manuals Turn on the instrument and any peripheral accessories as described in the previous section Ensure the exhaust system is working To do this hold a thin single ply tissue up to the mouth of the extraction hood The tissue should be drawn towards the hood Check the gas supplies to make sure you have enough gas to complete your analysis You must also check that the acet
15. displayed Check that the selections are correct or reenter them and then click Next Follow the prompts selecting Yes Next or OK on each page Click Install From the SpectrAA Instrument Configuration window select your instrument type from the drop down list on the Instrument 1 page Then do the following If you are running a one instrument system Continue with Step 11 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Installation If you are running an Agilent AA DUO system simultaneous flame and furnace operation You must now set up the second instrument To do this a Select the DUO check box b Select the Instrument 2 tab c Select the instrument type from the drop down list It does not matter which instrument is assigned to which page however Instrument 1 must have the IEEE 9 setting and Instrument 2 must have the IEEE 8 setting The IEEE settings are configured after installing SpectrAA PRO Take note of which instrument is listed in Instrument 2 See the following image SpectrAA Instrument Configuration Please select model and configuration for your Instrument You may optionally set up a second instrument Settings are saved to the following file C ProgramD ata Agilent sp1 005SPECTRAA INI Instrument Model Agilent 2802 A M Gasbox type None Lamp system 8 lamp turret v Note Only Spectr44 PRO software can run tw
16. equipment A Note message Is used to give advice or information Warning Symbols 12 The following is a list of symbols that appear in conjunction with warnings in this manual and on the spectrometer The hazard they describe is also shown The beginning of the warning text is noted by a warning icon Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Safety Practices and Hazards A triangular symbol indicates a warning The meanings of the symbols that may appear alongside warnings in the documentation or on the instrument itself are as follows A A Corrosive liquids Electrical shock Explosion hazard Eye hazard Fire hazard Heavy weight danger to feet Heavy weight Hot surface Magnetic field danger to hands Moving part Noxious gases Sharp object Ao v Toxic material Read all warnings and cautions carefully and observe them at all times The following symbol may be used on warning labels attached to the instrument When you see this symbol refer to the relevant operation or service manual for the correct procedure referred to by that warning label Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 13 Safety Practices and Hazards The following symbols appear on the instrument for your information Mains power on 0 Mains power off Color Coding mamn Fuse Single phase alternating current When attached to the rear of the instrument it indicates that the product complies with the requiremen
17. in a confined space When your analytical program has been completed or at the end of the working day always empty and rinse the waste vessel When your analytical program has been completed or at the end of the working day always empty clean and refill the liquid trap Do not mix nitric or perchloric acid residues with organic solvent residues Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 17 Safety Practices and Hazards 18 e Keep the burner slot spray chamber and liquid trap clean e Always use the internal igniter to light the flame as the flame will not operate unless all the safety interlocks are satisfied exhaust TT system operating chimney vapor vent drain tubing must slope downwards for full length with no kinks small non glass waste vessel in full wide opening view of operator keep end of tube above highest liquid level xv large stable base Figure 1 System setup diagram Compressed Gases and Cylinders for Flame Operation This spectrometer is to be used only with air nitrous oxide and acetylene for flame operation Never use oxygen or oxygen enriched air as the oxidant because this will result in an explosion Never use any gas except acetylene as the fuel gas Acetylene Unskilled improper or careless use of acetylene can create explosion hazards and fire hazards which can result in death severe personal injury or burns Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Sa
18. is not legible do not use the cylinder return it to your supplier Always ensure that you have the right cylinder before connecting the cylinder to the instrument If air is supplied from a compressor all moisture must be extracted from the air before it is supplied to the gas control module Moisture can affect the internal components of the gas control system and create a potentially hazardous situation Use only approved regulators and hose connectors Never attempt to refill cylinders Remember that for cylinder connections left hand thread fittings are used for fuel right hand thread fittings are used for support gases When your analytical program is complete or at the end of the working day always ensure that all gas supplies are turned off at the cylinders Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Safety Practices and Hazards Gas Hoses and Connections Even small leaks in gas supply systems can be dangerous Any leak can create an explosion hazard a fire hazard or can result in an oxygen deficient atmosphere Such hazards can cause death serious injury asphyxiation anesthetic effects and serious damage to equipment and property Use only approved regulators connectors and fittings If in any doubt consult your local gas supplier or your Agilent representative Ensure that all gas connectors and hoses are correctly assembled Arrange gas hoses so that they will not be damaged stepped on or have things dro
19. personnel Never put your hands in the sample compartment while you are operating your furnace Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Safety Practices and Hazards Allow the furnace atomizer to cool before removing it from the sample compartment Vapors and Fumes Never place your head over the graphite tube atomizer while it is operating This could cause inhalation of hazardous or toxic fumes or your skin and eyes could be injured by corrosive vapors or fumes The chimney or the optional exhaust accessory must be in place for furnace operation to ensure that toxic vapors and heat are exhausted UV Radiation When viewing the sample during the drying stage use only a rear coated mirror as supplied or the Tube CAM option Never look directly at the furnace during either the ash or atomize stages Magnetic Field Zeeman only The magnet produces a variable magnetic field of up to 0 8 Tesla peak at mains frequency in the workhead during the read stage To avoid interference with heart pacemakers or magnetic storage media keep them at least 300 mm from the magnet Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 27 Safety Practices and Hazards This page ts intentionally left blank 28 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Introduction c 0 e e 2 Introduction oO Installation Requirements 30 r j j R Agilent AA Documentation 30 Conventions 30 i Specifications 31 Environmental 31 Power 32 Gas supplie
20. saved to the following file C ProgramD ata Agilent sp100 SPECTRAA INI Gasbox type None Lamp system 8 lamp turret v Note Only Spectr44 PRO software can run two instuments If two Instruments are connected then one must be Flame type and the other must be Furnace oves During installation you will be asked whether or not to delete the files Workgrp ini and User ini These are created if you opened the SpectrAA software after installing SpectrAA Base but before installing SpectrAA PRO Select Delete this file recommended for both dialog boxes Click Yes to install the SpectrAA Help if you skipped that step during the SpectrAA Base installation or No to cancel the Help installation if it has already been completed Once the software installation is complete restart your computer Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Installation Installing the SpectrAA CFR Software This procedure is only for use with Windows XP SP3 systems and SpectrAA CFR version 5 1 27 software If you are not using SpectrAA CFR software version 5 1 27 please see Page 42 for software installation instructions Because the CFR version is an upgrade to the base installation the SpectrAA Base version 5 1 27 must be installed before any installation of the CFR version The operating system must be installed before starting the SpectrAA software installation Installing the SpectrAA Base
21. temperature and may be up to 35 A for approximately 1 second reducing to about 20 A for up to 10 seconds perhaps repeating every 1 to 2 minutes 32 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Power Connections Agilent AA instruments are supplied with different power plugs to suit the area into which they are sold Area code Australia 00 USA 01 Canada 01 Europe 02 Australia 00 USA 01 Canada 01 Europe 02 Power supply current rating and overload protection Power supply AA instrument Plug supplied 10 A 250 VAC Complies with AS3112 Complies with NEMA 5 15P Complies with NEMA 5 15P Perena 3410 Complies with CEE 7 Sheet VII or NFC 61 303 Suitable socket required General purpose 10 A 250 V outlet HPM 787 Clipsal 15 To comply with NEMA 5 15R 15 A supply Hubbell IG 5262 To comply with NEMA 5 15R 15 A supply Hubbell IG 5262 To comply with CEE 7 standard No 7 Sheet VII or Norma Francais C61 303 Sheet V A Between 5 and20A Single phase Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Introduction GTA 120 Zeeman Clipsal 439D15M Complies with NEMA L6 30P Hubbell 2621 20 A 250 VAC Complies with NEMA L6 20P Hubbell 2321 Kaiser CEBEC 616 VDE Complies with DIN 49441R2 Dedicated circuit 15 A 250 V outlet HPM 787 15 Clipsal 15 15 To comply with NEMA L6 30R 30 A supply Hubbell 2626 20 A 250 VAC Complies with NEMA L6 20R Hubbell 2
22. the joint Regularly check the system by smoke test to ensure that the exhaust system is working When operating the atomic absorption spectrometer always have the chimney in place to ensure correct ventilation Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 9 Safety Practices and Hazards 10 Compressed Gases and Cylinders All compressed gases other than air can create a hazard if they leak into the atmosphere Even small leaks in gas supply systems can be dangerous Any leak except that of air can an explosion hazard a fire hazard or result in an oxygen deficient atmosphere Such hazards can cause death serious injury asphyxiation anesthetic effects and serious damage to equipment and property Cylinders must be stored and handled strictly in accordance with local safety codes and regulations Cylinders must be used and stored only in a vertical position Secure all cylinders to an immovable structure or a properly constructed cylinder stand The area in which cylinders are stored must be adequately ventilated to prevent toxic or explosive accumulations Move cylinders only on a properly constructed trolley Keep cylinders cool This rule applies to every cylinder of compressed gas Cylinders have pressure relief devices that release the contents of the cylinder if the temperature exceeds 52 C 125 F Ensure that all cylinders are clearly labeled so that there can be no doubt about the contents If the cylinder label
23. the rear of the instrument 9 Connect the computer to the mains power 10 Turn the computer on Configuring the PCI GPIB Communications Card Microsoft Windows XP and Windows 7 use plug n play for fully automatic setup 54 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Installation Installing the USB GPIB HS Converter To install a National Instruments USB GPIB HS converter Ensure that the SpectrAA software has been installed 1 Turn off the computer 2 Connect one end of the converter to the instrument and the other end to the USB connection on the back of the computer 3 Turn on the computer Setting Up for Agilent AA DUO Operation You must install the GPIB Communications Card or Converter first before performing this procedure If you are running an Agilent AA DUO system you need to reconfigure one of the instruments so they have different IEEE addresses To reconfigure an AA for use in an AA Duo system 1 Ensure the SpectrAA Base and PRO or CFR software is installed 2 With the computer turned off connect the two Agilent AA instruments via an IEEE 488 GPIB cable 3 Connect one of the Agilent AA systems via an IEEE 488 GPIB cable to the GPIB card in the computer or by connecting the USB GPIB HS converter to the computer Reboot the computer if you haven t done so already Ensure that both instruments are switched off 6 From the Windows 7 Start menu select All Programs gt Accessories gt Run or
24. 326 No standard known Kaiser CEBEC 702 type 31 131 5 Between 30 and 40A Single phase 33 Introduction 34 Other Electrical Connections Rear of instrument IEEE 488 Accessory 9 way female D range type Accessory MCA 6 way DIN type AA280FS and AA280Z only USB port optional UltrAA lamp connections Burndy circular 6 way optional actual number depends on the model and option selected Shock Hazard High voltage To maintain safety only the UltrAA lamp power supplies should be used at these connections Front of instrument Zeeman workhead CPC 14 way connection behind the Left cover Zeeman only Shock Hazard To prevent connector damage switch OFF the instrument before inserting the plug and always turn the locknut fully clockwise to the detent position To maintain safety only the Zeeman workhead connector should be used at this connection Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Introduction Lamp bay e Deuterium lamp Molex 3 way connection in lamp compartment behind lamp panel in lamp compartment on 240 280 series AA instruments WARNING Shock Hazard To maintain safety only the deuterium lamp should be used at these connections e Hollow cathode lamps 4 lamp capacity on the 240 series AA 8 lamp capacity on the 280 series AA WARNING Shock Hazard High voltage To maintain safety only hollow cathode lamps should be used at these connections Agilent 240 280
25. 65 psi 350 kPa 50 psi 13 5 20 L min 1 8 m 6 ft length of 6 3 mm 1 4 in ID black hose with 9 16 in 18UNF fitting Adaptors are available Other gas connections N20 Instrument grade gt 99 5 pure 245 455 kPa 35 65 psi 350 kPa 50 psi 11 16 L min 1 8 m 6 ft length of 6 3 mm 1 4 in ID blue hose with 4 in 16UNF fitting Introduction Air Purge 245 455 kPa 35 65 psi 10 L min Barb to take 6 3 mm 1 4 in hose Sample compartment Push on Air N O connector for burner Push on C H connector for burner Weights and Dimensions Depth Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 585 mm 23 in 780 mm 31 in 585 mm 23 in 890 mm 35 in 585 mm 23 in 890 mm 35 in Height 735 mm 29 in 890 mm 35 in 735 mm 29 in 890 mm 35 in Weight 575 mm 22 5 in 56 kg 123 Ib 880 mm 35 in 97 kg 213 Ib 69 kg 152 Ib 106 kg 234 Ib 61 kg 135 Ib 92 kg 203 Ib 37 Introduction 38 This page ts intentionally left blank Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Installation M e e e e 3 Installation PC Requirements j j Installation Procedure Overview Guidelines for Software Installation Installing the SpectrAA Base Software Installing the SpectrAA PRO Software Installing the SpectrAA CFR Software GPIB Communications Setting Up for Agilent AA DUO Operation Starting the SpectrAA Software
26. Agilent 240 280 Series AA including Zeeman User s Guide Agg Agilent Technologies Notices Agilent Technologies Inc 1997 2000 2004 2010 2012 No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means including electronic storage and retrieval or translation into a foreign language without prior agreement and written consent from Agilent Technologies Inc as governed by United States and international copyright laws Manual Part Number 8510154700 Edition Ninth edition January 2012 Printed in Malaysia Agilent Technologies Inc Warranty The material contained in this document is provided as is and is subject to being changed without notice in future editions Further to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law Agilent disclaims all warranties either express or implied with regard to this manual and any information contained herein including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose Agilent shall not be liable for errors or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing use or performance of this document or of any information contained herein Should Agilent and the user have a separate written agreement with warranty terms covering the material in this document that conflict with these terms the warranty terms in the separate agreement shall control Technology Licenses The har
27. CD and then insert the SpectrAA Help CD The installation program should start automatically If the program does not auto start do the following a From the Windows Start menu select All Programs gt Accessories gt Run The Run dialog displays b Inthe Run dialog type X AAHelp setup exe where X represents the letter of your CD ROM drive and select OK to start the installation c Click Yes on the User Account Control window to run the program Click Yes to start the SpectrAA Help and Videos installation Click Finish when the installation is complete Do one of the following If you are installing SpectrAA PRO proceed to the next section Installing the SpectrAA PRO Software or Reboot your PC and then install the PCI GPIB Communications Card see Page 51 or the USB GPIB HS Converter see Page 55 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Installation Installing the SpectrAA PRO Software Installation of the SpectrAA Base version 5 2 or greater must be completed prior to installing the SpectrAA PRO version 5 2 or greater software Refer to Page 42 for details The selections entered during installation of the Base software such as User Information Directory Location will be used for the PRO installation To install the SpectrAA PRO software 1 Close down all Microsoft Windows applications 2 Insert the SpectrAA PRO CD ROM into your CD ROM drive The installation program should start automatically If the
28. Flame Autosampler and or ETC 60 from the drop down lists a Ifyou select GTA 120 the option for High capacity racks is enabled Select this option to enable support for the optional high capacity carousel 130 x 1 1 mL samples and 5 x 10 mL standard modifier solutions b Ifyou select Agilent SPS 3 flame autosampler click Edit COM port parameters to define the COM port and the settings to be used for communicating with the autosampler Refer to the SPS 3 operation manual for details of the required communications parameters c Ifyou are installing the ETC 60 and want to control this accessory from the SpectrAA software click Edit COM port parameters to define the COM port to be used to control this accessory d Click OK 10 From the AA Language Installer window select your preferred language from the drop down menu SpectrAA uses the selected language where possible Where the selected language is not available as is the case for some of the cookbooks English is displayed Select Install to continue the installation Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 49 Installation 50 11 When requested remove the installation CD and replace it in the CD drive with the SpectrAA Help and Videos CD ROM Click OK to install the Help 12 From the Install Videos window you can select to copy the Help videos to your hard disk recommended This will enable you to view the videos at any time without inserting the Help and Videos
29. Vapors and Fumes Heat vapors and fumes generated by flame furnace and vapor generation methods can be hazardous to personnel Heat vapors and fumes must be extracted from the instrument by an exhaust system The instrument must be vented into a self contained arrangement of collector hood ducting and exhaust fan The system must be vented to the outside air never within the building Locate the system outlet such that the exhaust cannot re enter the building through any door window air conditioning inlet or other ventilator Construct the system in accordance with local codes and regulations for ventilation The exhaust system must be capable of providing an exhaust ventilation rate of at least 6 cubic meters per minute 200 cfm Locate the exhaust fan at least 3 meters 10 feet away from the flame and as close to the outlet as possible The motor must be mounted away from the hot gases and plastic parts must not be used as they will melt Fit a back draft damper to the outlet end of the system Equip the exhaust fan power supply with an indicator close to the instrument to indicate whether the exhaust fan is on or off Always switch the exhaust fan on before lighting the flame Use fireproof ducting that is in accordance with your local fire prevention regulations Locate the ducting away from fire alarms sprinkler heads and other heat sensitive devices Do not make solder joints in the ducting the hot exhaust in the duct may melt
30. an cause death serious injury to personnel and damage to equipment and property Whenever you handle burners remember that the burner may be very hot Always use protective gloves to handle burners Burners are clearly identified by the fuel oxidant combination for which they are intended Always fit the correct burner Never attempt to use an air acetylene burner for nitrous oxide acetylene as this will cause a flashback Use only acetylene as the fuel gas Use only air or nitrous oxide as oxidant Never attempt to use oxygen or oxygen enriched air as this will cause a flashback Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Safety Practices and Hazards Burner interlocks are incorporated to minimize the possibility of using the wrong burner Never interfere with or attempt to bypass any interlock fitted to this instrument To minimize the rate of burner blockage the burner slot must be cleaned and polished as described in the Maintenance section Never allow burners to become blocked Progressive burner blockage can increase the static pressure in the liquid trap to the point at which the liquid seal is breached This can cause a flashback and create an explosion hazard or a fire hazard Never allow carbon to build up on the slot as glowing particles can dislodge and fall through the slot causing a flashback Always turn the flame off before attempting to clean the burner slot Never clean the slot of a burner while a flame is r
31. ar Click Next Ensure the software registration is completed by the user of the SpectrAA software For further information refer to the Software Registration Help 3 Complete all the fields on the Customer Details page Click Next Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Installation The Product Key is found on the cover of the Agilent SpectrAA software CD case which was delivered with the instrument Complete all the fields on the Product Details page Click Next Complete all the fields on the Work Environment Details page Click Register wA O C1 A A dialog appears stating Your Agilent Software Registration has been successful If your computer is not connected to the internet refer to the Software Registration Help for further information 8 The application will now open and you can collect your data SpectrAA Release Notes and Software Status Bulletin Refer to the SpectrAAReleaseNotes pdf file in the installation directory and the Software Status Bulletin document for further details The file includes latest release information and important notes including the detail of any know problems and suggested work arounds Installing the Drivers for the Tube CAM Furnace Camera Option These instructions are required only if the Tube CAM furnace video option has been fitted to your instrument It is only necessary to install the driver files as described in the following procedure While it is p
32. displayed again Check that the selections are correct and click OK Once the installation is complete restart your computer 6 Shutdown the PC and install the National Instrument PCI card Refer to Page 51 for details 7 Once the PCI card is installed if you are running an Agilent AA DUO system you will now need to configure the Agilent AA DUO system Refer to Page 55 for more details Shut down the PC re start it and open the SpectrAA As soon as the Index page is displayed shut down the PC again This automatically creates the necessary configuration files GPIB Communications Either a GPIB communications card or the optional USB GPIB HS converter must be installed in your computer to interface the computer and the Agilent AA See the next section for information on installing the PCI GPIB communications card or Page 55 for connecting the USB GPIB HS converter Although the Agilent field service engineer will install the GPIB communications device for you during the installation process you may need to configure the driver yourself at some later stage for example if you change the PC Installing the PCI GPIB Communications Card The National Instruments PCI GPIB card supplied with the instrument must be installed in your PC to interface the PC with the Agilent AA spectrometer and accessories Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 51 Installation CAUTION The components on the communications card and in the PC are h
33. dware and or software described in this document are furnished under a license and may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such license Restricted Rights Legend If software is for use in the performance of a U S Government prime contract or subcontract Software is delivered and licensed as Commercial computer software as defined in DFAR 252 227 7014 June 1995 or as a commercial item as defined in FAR 2 101 a or as Restricted computer software as defined in FAR 52 227 19 June 1987 or any equivalent agency regulation or contract clause Use duplication or disclosure of Software is subject to Agilent Technologies standard commercial license terms and non DOD Departments and Agencies of the U S Government will receive no greater than Restricted Rights as defined in FAR 52 227 19 c 1 2 June 1987 U S Government users will receive no greater than Limited Rights as defined in FAR 52 227 14 June 1987 or DFAR 252 227 7015 b 2 November 1995 as applicable in any technical data Safety Notices A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard It calls attention to an operating procedure practice or the like that if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in damage to the product or loss of important data Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met A WARNING notice denotes a hazard It calls attention to an ope
34. e Instrument 1 page Then do the following If you are running a one instrument system Continue with Step 9 If you are running an Agilent AA DUO system simultaneous flame and furnace operation You must now set up the second instrument To do this a Select the DUO check box b Select the Instrument 2 tab c Select the instrument type from the drop down list It does not matter which instrument is assigned to which page however Instrument 1 must have the IEEE 9 setting and Instrument 2 must have the IEEE 8 setting The IEEE settings are configured after installing SpectrAA CFR Take note of which instrument is listed in Instrument 2 See the following image 48 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Installation a SpectrAA Instrument Configuration Please select model and configuration for your Instrument You may optionally set up a second instrument Settings are saved to the following file C ProgramD ata Agilent sp1 00 SPECTRAA INI Instrument Model Agilent 2802 A Md Gasbox type None Lamp system 8 lamp turret v Note Only Spectr44 PRO software can run two instuments If two Instruments are connected then one must be Flame type and the other must be Furnace ves 9 Ifyou are using any accessories click the Accessories tab in the SpectrAA Instrument Configuration window Select your GTA Graphite Tube Atomizer
35. eld closed and the sample compartment front panel in place Keep your hands out of the sample compartment while a flame is burning When operating a flame system make sure the chimney is in place with the cutaway skirt if present to the back Before you touch the instrument chimney turn the flame off and allow the chimney to cool When you change burners remember that the burner may be very hot Always use protective gloves when removing a burner from the instrument Perchloric Acid Aspiration of perchloric acid and perchlorates into a nitrous oxide acetylene flame can create an explosion hazard which can result in death or serious injury including temporary or permanent impairment of hearing Do not use perchloric acid unless it is absolutely essential for sample preparation If perchloric acid must be used it may be possible to reduce the risk of explosion by taking the following measures e Use an air acetylene flame instead of a nitrous oxide acetylene flame e Reduce the concentration of perchloric acid and metal in all analytical solutions to the lowest practicable level The concentration of perchloric acid should be reduced in the digestion stage and further reduced by extending the fuming stage e Aspirate all solutions for the shortest practicable period e Aspirate distilled water between samples Minimize the aspiration of air e Use separate spray chamber liquid trap and drain assemblies for perchloric acid
36. elp and multimedia help The Help also contains an extensive How To section This section provides many set by set instructions on how to perform common procedures Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 67 Software Overview The contextual help is accessed from any window page or dialog box in the SpectrAA software by pressing F1 the Help function key the Help button where available or by selecting On line Help from the Help menu at the top of any page in the Worksheet window and provides help specific to that screen The multimedia help contains hardware related information and other details to help you set up operate and maintain your Agilent AA instrument For example the Help includes e Installation procedures for the components of the instrument that are customer installable e Maintenance procedures for the parts of the spectrometer that are customer serviceable e Checklists to help you ensure that you have correctly prepared your system for analysis To view the video clips included in the online help you must have the SpectrAA CD inserted in the CD ROM drive Alternatively you can copy the video files from the Help CD into the run help subdirectory within the directory where the SpectrAA software is loaded Searching for Help You can quickly get Help on a specific topic using keywords and the Search facility To search for information on a particular subject 1 Open the Help if it
37. essure is allowed to drop below 700 kPa acetone may be drawn off in sufficient quantities to affect analytical performance damage seals O rings and hoses or even cause a flashback Observe the recommendations concerning the use of acetylene 9 Where possible you should not perform digests with perchloric acid As this acid is well known for forming unstable salts operators using this acid should ensure that the minimum amount is allowed to reach the spectrometer and that the burner spray chamber and liquid trap are thoroughly cleaned after each analysis to ensure that unstable salts are not allowed to build up Failure to do this can result in unpredictable flashbacks 10 Aspirating solutions especially alkaline ammoniacal ones that contain high concentrations of Ag and Cu can lead to the formation of acetylides which can spontaneously decompose and cause a flashback Furnace and Zeeman Operation Gases The graphite tube atomizer gas supply system is designed for use with inert gases and air Never use pure hydrogen with the graphite tube atomizer since this could result in leakage and potentially explosive accumulation of hydrogen You may however use a proprietary prepackaged mixture of 95 argon or nitrogen and 5 hydrogen Never attempt to create your own mixture of hydrogen and an inert gas for use with the GTA system Heat Hazards A hot furnace atomizer can present heat hazards that can result in severe burns to
38. fety Practices and Hazards Use acetylene at pressures lower than 105 kPa 15 psig At pressures above this level acetylene can explode spontaneously Your Agilent AA is designed to operate at fuel supply pressures between 65 and 100 kPa 9 5 14 5 psig Refer to the Specifications section or the rear of the instrument for the exact range and recommended pressure Do not use any tubing or connector that reacts chemically with acetylene Never pass acetylene through copper tubing or brass tubing or fittings containing more than 65 copper since this may provoke an explosion Never bring acetylene into direct contact with copper silver liquid mercury gaseous chlorine or grease as an explosion could result Use only acetylene that is packed in acetone Some gas suppliers offer acetylene packed in material other than acetone While these alternatives may overcome some of the disadvantages of acetone they may also introduce the more serious problem of corrosion in the gas control module and must not be used with Agilent atomic absorption spectrometers If the pressure in the acetylene cylinder is allowed to fall below 700 kPa 100 psig or the consumption is greater than 1 7 of the cylinder contents per hour acetone may be carried over from the cylinder and into the spectrometer Acetone in the spectrometer can damage seals O rings and hoses degrade analytical performance and precipitate flashbacks Minimize the amount of acetone whic
39. from the Windows XP Start menu select Run The Run dialog displays Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 55 Installation 56 7 Inthe Run dialog for Windows 7 type C Program Files x86 Agilent sp100 Run DUAL EXE or for Windows XP type C SP100 RUN DUAL EXE and then select OK to start the program 8 A window displays asking you to turn on the instrument you wish to reconfigure You must select Instrument 2 in the configuration When you have switched on the instrument select OK A command window is displayed The process may take about a minute During this time you will hear the instrument resetting 9 Restart the computer and open the SpectrAA As soon as the Index page is displayed shut down the PC again This automatically creates the necessary configuration files 10 Restart the computer turn on both AA instruments and then start the Agilent SpectrAA software The instruments are now ready to be used as a simultaneous flame furnace system Refer to the Help for further information on dual instrument operation During dual instrument operation do not turn any connected instrument ON or OFF while readings are being taken Starting the SpectrAA Software To start the SpectrAA software 1 Click Start gt AIL Programs gt SpectrAA and then SpectrAA again Alternatively double click the SpectrAA icon on the desktop 2 The first time the SpectrAA software is opened a Software Registration dialog will appe
40. ful interface that provides high levels of spectrometer control and is easy to use This chapter provides a brief overview of the SpectrAA software to help you familiarize yourself with its various windows A more detailed description and instructions for use are included in the extensive Help The optional SpectrAA CFR version software offers you the tools to help you achieve compliance with the US FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements More information on the CFR compliance features of the software is detailed in the Help Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 61 Software Overview Starting the SpectrAA Software To start the SpectrAA software click Start gt Programs gt SpectrAA Alternatively double click on the desktop SpectrAA icon created during the installation of the software SpectrAA Windows Index Page When you start the SpectrAA software the first screen to appear is the introductory screen The Index page contains four buttons Worksheet Reports Administration and Exit The function of each button is as follows Worksheet Opens the Worksheet window see Page 63 Reports Opens the Reports window see Page 65 Administration Opens the Administration window see Page 66 Exit Shuts down the SpectrAA software 62 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Software Overview Worksheet Window The Worksheet window allows you to develop and edit methods sequences and labels and initiate sample analysis EE Er EE
41. h is carried over with the acetylene by e Replacing cylinders when their contents pressure drops below 700 kPa 100 psi e Ensuring that the rate of acetylene drawn off from each cylinder is not excessive If high rates of consumption are observed then connect 2 or more cylinders in parallel to a manifold This reduces the rate at which acetylene is drawn from each cylinder Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 19 Safety Practices and Hazards 20 To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion e Test the supply plumbing regularly for leaks with a brush and soapy water or a proprietary leak detecting solution never use a naked flame when testing for leaks e Crack the cylinder before use by gently opening the valve to check for any drops or spray of acetone Any cylinder showing acetone should be returned to the supplier for replacement Use Instrument Grade acetylene that is at least 99 5 pure Turn off fuel gas at the cylinder when you have finished your flame analysis Refer also to your local regulations governing the use of acetylene Nitrous Oxide The de compression of high pressure N O gas at the regulator can cause excessive cooling and eventual freezing of the regulator To prevent regulator malfunction and possible flashback the gas should be heated with an in line or wrap around heater Burners Improper or careless use of burners can create explosion hazards and fire hazards which c
42. have the CFR version of the software the Filing page enables you to apply electronic signatures approval to the worksheet Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 63 Software Overview The Develop Page Use the Develop page to add delete review and modify methods modify sequence parameters change the order of methods and copy methods to the Method Library The Labels Page Use the Labels page to set up solution labels weights volumes and dilution factors and to configure SPS or PSD samplers The Analysis Page Use the Analysis page to control the AA and initiate analysis Data is presented in the form of a spreadsheet with one row per sample The sample labels are displayed in the left hand column with concentration results for each element across the remaining columns see Figure 3 The SpectrAA software enables you to have up to a maximum of ten worksheets open at the same time The Worksheet tab at the bottom of the Analysis page enables you to switch between worksheets Worksheet Menus When you are viewing the worksheet the following menu items are available File This menu allows you to perform filing tasks such as opening saving and renaming files Edit The Edit menu allows you to copy and paste information Edit Replicates and Go To certain parts of a worksheet View The View menu enables you to nominate what Is displayed on the Analysis page Instrument This menu enables you to perform many Instrument functi
43. he directives listed above and shows the EN standards to which the product was tested to demonstrate compliance Electromagnetic Compatibility EN55011 CISPR11 Group 1 ISM equipment group 1 contains all ISM equipment in which there is intentionally generated and or used conductively coupled radio frequency energy which is necessary for the internal functioning of the equipment itself Class A equipment is equipment suitable for use in all establishments other than domestic and those directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which supplies buildings used for domestic purposes This device complies with the requirements of CISPR11 Group 1 Class A as radiation professional equipment Therefore there may be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other environments due to conducted as well as radiated disturbances Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 15 Safety Practices and Hazards 16 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try one or more of the following measures 1 Relocate the radio or antenna 2 Move the device away from the rad
44. ighly static sensitive To avoid damaging these components you must drain any static charges from your body before installing the board and prevent the generation of any new static charges during the installation This can be done by wearing an ESD electrostatic discharge wrist strap attached to a grounding point You can obtain a disposable ESD strap from Agilent otherwise you can obtain one from your local electronics supplier To install a National Instruments PCI GPIB communications card Ensure that the SpectrAA software has been installed 1 Turn off and unplug the computer 2 Remove the cover following the instructions in the manual provided with the computer 3 Attach one end of the ESD strap to a bare metal part of the PC chassis and wrap the other end around your wrist 52 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Installation 4 Remove a blanking plate from one of the empty slots in the computer 5 Remove the card from its static shielded packaging Do not touch the gold edge connectors 6 Press the card firmly into the empty PC slot The gold edge connectors should slide firmly into the matching sockets of the PC slot Secure the card with the screw Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 53 Installation 7 Replace the computer cover 8 Connect the cable between the instrument and the computer one end plugs into the interface board in the computer and the other plugs into the socket in
45. io or television 3 Plug the device into a different electrical outlet so that the device and the radio or television are on separate electrical circuits Make sure that all peripheral devices are also certified Make sure that appropriate cables are used to connect the device to peripheral equipment 6 Consult your equipment dealer Agilent Technologies or an experienced technician for assistance 7 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Agilent Technologies could void the user s authority to operate the equipment ICES NMB 001 This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES 001 Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB 001 du Canada Flame Operation Flammable Solvents Unskilled improper or careless use of flammable solvents in or near an atomic absorption spectrometer can create explosion hazards and fire hazards These can result in death or severe personal injury or burns Remember at all times that the combination of a flame and flammable solvents can present a serious hazard All relevant safety practices governing the use of flammable solvents must be strictly followed Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Safety Practices and Hazards To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion When initially selecting an organic solvent choose a solvent having the highest flash point consistent with your analytical requirements Never use a solvent having a specific gravity lower than 0 75 Neve
46. is not already open 2 Select the Search tab at the top of the SpectrAA Help window 3 Enter the word s you want to search for in the field provided and select List Topics 4 A list of all the Help topics associated with the keyword s displays in the second list 5 Select the desired topic and click Display Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Software Overview Printing Help To obtain a printed copy of the current Help topic 1 Select the Print icon at the top of the SpectrAA Help window 2 From the Print Topics dialog select whether you want to print the selected topic or a range of topics and then select OK The topics you selected will be printed on the nominated printer Information presented in a popup window cannot be printed Viewing Help While You Work If the Help window obscures the application you are working in you may want to resize the Help window or move it so that you can view both the Help window and your application window at the same time This is useful if you are using Help to follow a step by step software procedure Quitting Help To close the SpectrAA Help window select the X on the top right corner of the Help window or press Alt F4 to close the window Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 69 Software Overview 70 This page ts intentionally left blank Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Getting Started m o o e ee 5 Getting Started ee gt
47. nce Notes IV Replicates l IS Factors I Dilution Factors V Mean Background Calibration Parameters M Error Reporting Signal Graphics Calibration Graphs Eror Messages Standards Report QC Flags Samples lt Back Next gt Save Settings Close Help Figure 4 The Settings page of the Reports window The Reports window consists of four tabbed pages Worksheet Select Settings and Report To select a particular page click on the appropriate page tab appearing under the menu bar Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 65 Software Overview The Worksheet Page Use the Worksheet page to select the worksheet results to include in the report You can use the Filter and Search buttons to refine your search The Select Page Use the Select page to choose methods and solutions to include in the report The Settings Page Use the Settings page to specify the report style and content The Report Page Use the Report page to view and print the report write it to a text file or export it to a PRN file Administration Window The Administration window allows you to migrate worksheets into the system such as old worksheets on CD ROM etc delete worksheets and library methods and activate and modify password protection of the system The Administration window also allows you to configure your system Administration Password Protection OFF i x Worksheet Migration Security Options Pa
48. ng to operate the instrument and always operate the spectrometer in accordance with these safety practices Electrical Hazards The instrument and accessories contain electrical circuits devices and components operating at dangerous voltages Contact with these circuits devices and components can cause death serious injury or painful electric shock Panels and covers that are retained by fasteners which require the use of a tool for removal may only be opened by Agilent field service engineers Consult the manuals or product labels supplied with your PC monitor printer plotter water cooling system and vacuum pump where required to determine which parts are operator accessible Application of the wrong supply voltage connection of the instrument to an incorrectly wired supply outlet or lack of proper electrical grounding can create a fire hazard or a potentially serious shock hazard and could seriously damage the instrument and any attached ancillary equipment Always use a 3 wire outlet with ground connection which is adequately rated for the load The installation must comply with local and national safety regulations 8 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Safety Practices and Hazards Do not connect the instrument to the mains power supply until you have made sure that the operating voltage is correctly set for the mains power supply in the specific outlet in your laboratory to which the equipment is connected Heat
49. o instuments If two Instruments are connected then one must be Flame type and the other must be Furnace res 11 Ifyou are using any accessories click the Accessories tab in the SpectrAA Instrument Configuration window Select your GTA Graphite Tube Atomizer Flame Autosampler and or ETC 60 from the drop down lists a Ifyou select GTA 120 the option for High capacity racks is enabled Select this option to enable support for the optional high capacity carousel 130 x 1 1 mL samples and 5 x 10 mL standard modifier solutions Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 43 Installation 44 12 13 14 15 16 18 19 b Ifyou select Agilent SPS 3 flame autosampler click Edit COM port parameters to define the COM port and the settings to be used for communicating with the autosampler Refer to the SPS 3 operation manual for details of the required communications parameters c Ifyou are installing the ETC 60 and want to control this accessory from the SpectrAA software select the COM Port from the drop down menu to be used to control this accessory Click OK Once the installation is complete click Finish A message may appear prompting you to install the QuickCam drivers Click OK to dismiss the message You must install the SpectrAA PRO and or the GPIB Communications device first The QuickCam drivers are installed later in this procedure Click OK to install the SpectrAA Help Remove the SpectrAA Base
50. ogitech Video Effects features 2 Choose Set up Logitech Vid HD e Vv i W 4 wW Welcome Logitech Webcam Software 3 Install my software 4 Finish Install Total Size 154 MB w z si i 4 pis nenii Installation Directory C Program Files Logitech Logitech Figure 2 Logitech Webcam Drivers installation window 8 If an Update screen is displayed click Next The Installing Software screen will be displayed 9 After the installation has completed the Check Settings screen will be displayed Click Next 10 The software is now installed Click Checkout my webcam The Logitech Webcam Software will be displayed 11 Plug in the Logitech Webcam into the USB port on the spectrometer If installation is successful an image of a Logitech Webcam camera will be displayed on the software window 12 Select Quick capture and then Controls The image from the Tube CAM video is not currently displayed in the Webcam Control window because the hollow cathode lamps are not yet illuminated Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 59 Installation 13 On the Controls screen a Deselect RightSound b Deselect RightLight c Deselect Autofocus d Select Advanced Settings 14 When Advanced Settings are displayed a Deselect Auto to the right of the Gain slider b Set the Exposure and Gain sliders to maximum c Click Save
51. ong and is color coded for air black nitrous oxide blue and acetylene red Each is fitted with female fittings suitable for USA standard regulators Adaptors are supplied for other areas Gas hose connections are not detailed in this section as they are described in your Agilent AA Site Preparation Guide Accessories For details on connecting accessories such as SIPS or UltrAA lamps refer to the manuals accompanying the accessories Power Requirements Power requirements are detailed in your Agilent AA Site Preparation Guide and also in the Specifications section in Chapter 1 of this manual You should check the power requirements and read through the section Electrical power supplies in the Site Preparation Guide before connecting the Agilent AA system to the power supply Consult the manuals supplied with your printer and PC if required for their power requirements Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Getting Started Connection Before connecting the instrument to the power supply ensure that both the spectrometer and the mains power supply are turned off Check that the two voltage selector switches on the instrument rear panel if present are set to the correct mains power supply voltage refer to the table on the rear panel The voltage selectors are set by the Agilent field service engineer when the instrument is first installed To connect the instrument to the power supply plug the mains power
52. ons such as Optimization Reslope and Zero Options The Options menu enables you to alter the displays on the Analysis page Window This menu enables you to quickly move around the software Help This menu enables you to access the Help 64 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Software Overview Not all menu items are available on all pages of the Worksheet window If an item or menu is grayed it is unavailable on that page Menu items can be accessed by clicking on the desired item with the mouse or pressing Alt and the active underlined letter in the menu name e g Alt E to access the Edit menu This displays a menu list The options in the menu list can be accessed in the same manner Reports Window The Reports window allows you to generate a report for the current worksheet or any of the worksheets saved in the system z Worksheet Select i i Report Select the Report Style and Contents These settings can be saved permanently if required m Report Style Note Because of the random access Sequential nature of the worksheet calibration i information is only available for M Order by Time Sequential Time Ordered reports Multi Element M Solution Data Report Contents J Mean Absorbance l Date M Standards V Concentration l Time Method Parameters V ZRSD Il Overrange Dilution Factor Method Notes J Standard Deviation I Weights and Volumes V Seque
53. ossible to install all options these are not necessary for operation of the camera in SpectrAA software This installation refers to Logitech PRO9000 cameras Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 57 Installation 58 Driver Installation To install the drivers 1 Ensure the SpectrAA software has been installed and the computer has been restarted Do not open the SpectrAA software and do not connect the camera Insert the Logitech Quickcam CD ROM into your CD ROM drive Navigate to the installation CD and double click Setup exe Select your preferred language in the Preferred Language dialog box on the Welcome screen and then click Next Ensuring that the camera is not connected contrary to screen instructions click Next Select Custom Install and then click Next on the Choose Set up screen On the Install Webcam Software screen see Figure 2 Select Logitech Webcam Software Deselect Logitech Motion Detection Deselect Logitech Video Effects Select Logitech Webcam Drivers Deselect Logitech Vid HD Click Next m 0 a O Ss 99 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Installation Logitech Webcam Software Installation l Install Webcam Software Logitech Webcam Software Installation 20 Go ahead and choose what you want to install and where Description Install drivers to enable i E Logitech Motion Detection all your webcam s i E L
54. own the slot When using an organic solvent a reduced uptake rate should be used to restrict the amount of liquid fuel that is fed to the flame 2 The width of the burner slot must not exceed the maximum design specification Mark VIA 0 47 mm 0 0185 in for N O Mark 7 0 46 mm 0 0181 in for NO or 0 54 mm 0 021 in for air Even a small increase in width can greatly increase the possibility of a flashback occurring The burner slot must be regularly cleaned according to the instructions included in the Maintenance chapter of this manual Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Safety Practices and Hazards 3 Ensure that the spray chamber and liquid trap are kept clean If dirty solutions are being analyzed for example engine oils ensure that the spray chamber liquid trap float and drain tube are regularly cleaned and flushed with a suitable solvent so that sludge does not build up in the parts 4 Ensure that the correct O rings are used on the burner nebulizer block and nebulizer and that they remain undamaged Damage to O rings in the spray chamber can result in the leakage of gas which can be ignited by the flame and in turn set fire to the spray chamber Damage to O rings in the nebulizer can allow leakage of the oxidant which can reduce the total flow of gas through the burner slot and so increase the possibility of a flashback Occurring 5 The liquid trap must be filled with the same solution as the matrix used for
55. pped on them Never use frayed or damaged hoses Perform leak tests at all joints and seals every day before the instrument is used Test for leaks with a brush and soapy water ora proprietary leak detecting solution Never use a naked flame when testing for leaks Ultraviolet Radiation Hazardous ultraviolet radiation is emitted by flames hollow cathode lamps and deuterium lamps This radiation can cause serious damage to human eyes and skin Always wear safety glasses conforming to an approved standard and certified or otherwise warranted to protect the eyes from ultraviolet radiation Never look directly at the light emitted by a hollow cathode lamp When using a flame always operate your spectrometer with the flame shield closed and the sample compartment front panel and chimney in place Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 11 Safety Practices and Hazards Other Other specific warnings and cautions appear in the manual and in the online Help where appropriate and detail the specific hazard describe how to avoid it and specify the possible consequences of not heeding the warning or caution Warning and Caution Messages Name of Warning A Warning message is used in the text when failure to observe instructions or precautions could result in death or injury A Caution message is used when failure to observe instructions could result in damage to equipment Agilent supplied and or other associated
56. program does not auto start do the following a From the Windows Start menu select All Programs gt Accessories gt Run The Run dialog displays b Inthe Run dialog type X SpectrAAPro exe where X represents the letter of your CD ROM drive and select OK to start the installation c Click Yes on the User Account Control window to run the program 3 Select the language from the drop down menu to use during the installation of the SpectrAA software Click OK Select Next to start the installation Review the License Agreement and then select I accept the agreement and then click Next or Cancel if you do not accept the agreement Clicking Cancel will stop the software installation Follow the prompts selecting Yes Next or OK on each page A dialog box appears asking for confirmation of the installation destination for SpectrAA Pro exe Click Yes to install into the previously created SP100 Run folder 8 Click Install to begin the installation Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 45 Installation Ab 10 11 12 The SpectrAA Instrument Configuration window will be displayed again Check that the selections are correct and click OK Take note of which instrument is listed in Instrument 2 if running an Agilent AA DUO system SpectrAA Instrument Configuration Please select model and configuration for your Instrument You may optionally set up a second instrument Settings are
57. r leave uncovered containers of flammable solvent standing near the burner When aspirating such solvents always use a covered container and feed the capillary tubing through a 2 mm diameter hole in the cover Always use the smallest volume of solvent consistent with your analytical requirements Always use solvent resistant tubing such as nitrile rubber for the drainage system and the vapor vent Lead the drainage tube to a suitable wide necked waste vessel as described in the next paragraph The standard plastic laboratory tubing supplied with your instrument is not suitable for draining organic solvents or venting organic vapors If organic or toxic solutions are being used in the spray chamber vent tubing must be connected to the vapor vent on the liquid trap run parallel to the drain tubing and led to an active exhaust system Do not lead the vapor tubing to the waste vessel If you are not using toxic or hazardous liquids in the spray chamber leave the vapor vent uncovered Use small wide necked waste vessels and empty them frequently do not accumulate large volumes of flammable solvent Do not use glass waste vessels use vessels made of a material that will not shatter in the event of a flashback Metal vessels will corrode and it is difficult to determine the level of liquid in them Ensure that your waste vessel is below the instrument and located in an open well ventilated position where you can see it Never locate the vessel
58. rating procedure practice or the like that if not correctly performed or adhered to could result in personal injury or death Do not proceed beyond a WARNING notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Contents Contents 1 Safety Practices and Hazards 7 General 7 Electrical Hazards 8 Heat Vapors and Fumes 9 Compressed Gases and Cylinders 10 Gas Hoses and Connections 11 Ultraviolet Radiation 11 Other 12 Warning and Caution Messages 12 Warning Symbols 12 Color Coding 14 CE Compliance 15 Electromagnetic Compatibility 15 EN55011 CISPR11 15 ICES NMB 001 16 Flame Operation 16 Flammable Solvents 16 Compressed Gases and Cylinders for Flame Operation 18 Acetylene 18 Nitrous Oxide 20 Burners 20 Nebulizer 21 Liquid Trap 22 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 3 Contents 2 3 Heat Hazards Perchloric Acid Flashbacks Furnace and Zeeman Operation Gases Heat Hazards Vapors and Fumes UV Radiation Magnetic Field Zeeman only Introduction Installation Requirements Agilent AA Documentation Conventions Specifications Environmental Power Gas supplies Weights and Dimensions Installation PC Requirements Recommended PC Configuration Installation Procedure Overview Guidelines for Software Installation Installing the SpectrAA Base Software Installing the SpectrAA PRO Software 22 23 24 26 26 26 21 27 21 29
59. rs 10 Gas Hoses and Connections 11 Ultraviolet Radiation 11 Other 12 Warning and Caution Messages 12 Warning Symbols 12 Color Coding 14 CE Compliance 15 Electromagnetic Compatibility 15 Flame Operation 16 Flashbacks 24 Furnace and Zeeman Operation 26 General Your Agilent AA instrument and accessories have been carefully designed so that when used properly you have an accurate fast flexible and safe analytical system If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 7 Safety Practices and Hazards Operation of an atomic absorption spectrometer can involve the use of compressed gases flames and hazardous materials including corrosive fluids and flammable liquids Unskilled improper or careless use of this instrument can create explosion hazards fire hazards or other hazards which can cause death serious injury to personnel or severe damage to equipment and property Information on safety practices is provided with your instrument and operation manuals and also referenced in your Agilent accessory manuals Before using your instrument or accessories you must thoroughly read these safety practices Observe all relevant safety practices at all times The safety practices described below are provided to help you operate the instrument safely Read each safety topic thoroughly before attempti
60. s 37 Weights and Dimensions 37 The Agilent 200 series AA spectrometers are controlled by Agilent s innovative AA worksheet software The Agilent series AA includes the following instruments 240 240FS AA 240Z AA 280 AA and 280Z AA This documentation is appropriate for all of the instruments listed above The software is based on a spreadsheet that mimics an analyst s workbook and combines flame furnace Zeeman and vapor operation in one integrated package The SpectrAA Base and PRO software versions run under Microsoft Windows 7 64 bit the SpectrAA CFR Software is only supported using Microsoft XP Service pack 3 operating systems and provides the following e Innovative easy to use interface e Dedicated function keys for critical functions e Extensive Help including audio and video demonstrations of how to set up your instrument Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 29 Introduction e Tool Tips state the allowed range for each field e Comprehensive error system e The capacity to simultaneously operate one flame and one furnace deuterium or Zeeman spectrometer simultaneously from one computer requires SpectrAA PRO version software e Features to assist users to achieve compliance with US FDA 21 CFR Part 11 requirements optional CFR version only which currently only runs under Windows XP Service pack 3 Installation Requirements Before you receive your instrument you are given an Agilent
61. ssword Protection i Password a Settings Custom Racks Customize Racks Figure 5 The Administration window Migrate Worksheets Library Methods 66 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Software Overview Working With the SpectrAA Software Menu Bar The Worksheet window contains a menu bar directly beneath the window title bar This bar displays a number of menu items For more information on these menus see Page 64 When menu items or options appear grayed they are unavailable for selection Toolbar The Toolbar appears on the Index page and the Worksheet window and provides easy shortcuts to many common functions and other windows gt Hg Alte xe l ONAE s 28 r AaS Figure 6 The Worksheet window toolbar Dialog Boxes In some cases selecting a menu option or pressing a button activates a dialog box This is a box that contains a number of different input fields relevant to that operation You can move the focus from field to field in a dialog box either by clicking on each entry item with the mouse or by pressing the Tab and arrow keys to move the cursor from field to field After entering changing any values in a dialog box press OK to accept the changes and close the dialog Help The SpectrAA software contains extensive Help which serves as your primary source of information on how to effectively use the software and the instrument The Help consists of contextual h
62. the standards and samples 6 The drain tube must be attached to the lower nipple of the liquid trap and it must slope downwards all the way to the drain vessel so that the waste liquid drains smoothly The end of the drain tube must not be allowed to drop below the level of the liquid in the vessel Conversely the level of liquid must not be allowed to rise sufficiently to cover the end of the tube When using organic or toxic liquids in the spray chamber a vent tube must be attached to the upper vent nipple of the liquid trap It must slope downwards running parallel to the drain tube to prevent it becoming blocked should any liquid drain out and be vented to an active exhaust system All of the above points must be observed because a sudden surge of waste liquid can affect the pressure in the spray chamber and result in a flashback 7 Since N O is stored in the cylinder under pressure as a liquid when it expands through the regulator it can cool the regulator sufficiently to form ice on the outside and prevent it from operating correctly Prevent freezing by using a heater on the N O regulator on the supply cylinder Contact the supplier of the regulator for a suitable heater Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 25 Safety Practices and Hazards 26 8 As free acetylene is unstable at elevated pressure it has to be stored in the cylinder by dissolving it in acetone If the gas is withdrawn too quickly or the cylinder pr
63. tructions on installing the Windows operating system refer to the documentation supplied with Microsoft Windows It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the Microsoft Windows operating system is installed on the computer Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 41 Installation 42 Installing the SpectrAA Base Software This procedure is for SpectrAA version 5 2 or greater and Microsoft Windows 7 Professional 64 bit SP1 operating systems only 10 Close down all Microsoft Windows applications Insert the SpectrAA Base CD ROM into your CD ROM drive The installation program should start automatically If the program does not auto start do the following a From the Windows Start menu select All Programs gt Accessories gt Run The Run dialog displays b Inthe Run dialog type X SpectrAABase exe where X represents the letter of your CD ROM drive and select OK to start the installation c Click Yes on the User Account Control window to run the program Select the language from the drop down menu to use during the installation of the SpectrAA software Click OK Select Next to start the installation Review the License Agreement and then select I accept the agreement and then click Next or Cancel if you do not accept the agreement Clicking Cancel will stop the software installation Follow the prompts selecting Yes Next or OK on each page The SpectrAA User Information window will be
64. ts of one or more EU directives Flame off Indicates lamp present When attached to the rear of the product indicates that the product has been certified evaluated to CSA 61010 1 and UL 61010 1 a i dy Flame on Ge Cc US The various indicator lights appearing on Agilent instruments and associated accessories are color coded to represent the status of the instrument or accessory 14 A green light indicates the instrument is in normal standby mode An orange light indicates that a potential hazard is present A blue light indicates that operator intervention is required A red light warns of danger or an emergency Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide Safety Practices and Hazards CE Compliance Your Agilent AA instrument has been designed to comply with the requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Directive and the Low Voltage electrical safety Directive commonly referred to as the LVD of the European Union Agilent has confirmed that each product complies with the relevant Directives by testing a prototype against the prescribed EN European Norm standards Proof that a product complies with these directives is indicated by e the CE Marking appearing on the rear of the product and e the documentation package that accompanies the product containing a copy of the Declaration of Conformity The Declaration of Conformity is the legal declaration by Agilent that the product complies with t
65. unning Never leave a flame unattended Never disassemble or modify a burner Never use a damaged burner Nebulizer Incorrect assembly and fitting of nebulizers to an atomic absorption spectrometer can create explosion hazards and fire hazards which can cause serious injury to personnel and damage to equipment and property Ensure that the nebulizer is correctly assembled and correctly fitted to the spray chamber before lighting the flame Nebulizers should be correctly adjusted before lighting the flame Never remove a nebulizer from the spray chamber while the flame is on and do not use a mechanical device for example a wire to clean the capillary of a nebulizer while a flame is operating Always extinguish the flame before removing the nebulizer from the spray chamber Regularly test all connections for leaks Rectify all leaks before lighting the flame Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide 21 Safety Practices and Hazards 22 Liquid Trap Improper use of the liquid trap can create explosion hazards fire hazards and toxic vapor hazards which can result in death or serious personal injury The liquid trap interlock is incorporated to minimize the possibility of attempting to operate the instrument with an empty trap or with the drain tube missing Never interfere with this interlock Never attempt to bypass this interlock Always fill the liquid trap with the same solvent that is being used for your samples
66. ylene cylinder pressure is above 700 kPa about 100 psi to ensure that acetone is not drawn into the instrument Set the delivery pressure of the gases to the following Recommended Permissible kPa psi kPa psi Acetylene 75 11 65 100 9 5 14 5 Air 350 50 245 455 35 65 Nitrous oxide 350 50 245 455 35 65 Inspect the gas hoses for damage replacing any damaged hoses Turn on the gas supplies to your instrument and test all hoses and connections for leaks If a leak is found repair it immediately Load a worksheet and develop the method s as per your analytical requirements Optimize the system Start an Autorun Detailed procedural help for Steps 7 to 9 are provided in the Help See Page 67 for details of how to find information in the Help 74 Agilent 240 280 Series AA User s Guide www agilent com In This Guide The guide describes the following e Safety Practices and Hazards e Introduction e Installation e Software Overview e Getting Started Agilent Technologies 1997 2000 2004 2010 2012 Printed in Malaysia 01 12 8510154700 Issue 9 Agg Agilent Technologies

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