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Agilent Technologies 5800

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Agilent 5800 and 5900 ICP-OES
User's Guide

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Agilent Technologies 5800 Specifications

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BrandAgilent Technologies
Model5800
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Practices and Hazards

General Safety Information

General safety statements applicable to both Agilent 5800 and 5900 ICP-OES instruments.

Verifying Instrument Safe State

Precautions to ensure the instrument is returned to a safe state after maintenance or service.

Plasma Hazards

Hazards associated with the plasma, including heat, RF, and UV energy.

Heat, Vapors, and Fumes

Hazards from heat, ozone, vapors, and fumes generated by the plasma and required exhaust system.

Compressed Gas Hazards

Risks associated with compressed gases, including asphyxiation from leaks.

Electrical Hazards

Dangers of electrical circuits and components operating at high voltages.

Other Precautions

Hazards and precautions related to materials, solvents, solutions, and airflow.

Warning Symbols

Explanation of symbols used in warnings for hazards like chemical, electrical, and hot surfaces.

Introduction to ICP-OES

Site Preparation Requirements

Guidelines for preparing the laboratory environment before installing the ICP-OES system.

User Documentation Overview

Information on the provided documentation to help set up and operate the ICP-OES system.

Documentation Conventions

Explanation of formatting conventions used in the documentation, such as bold text and ALL CAPITALS.

Notes and Tips for Operation

Guidance on using 'Note' for advice and 'Tip' for practical hints for optimal performance.

ICP-OES Argon Gas Supply

Details on typical flow rates for Argon and Nitrogen gas supply for ICP-OES instruments.

Exhaust System Requirements

Information on the instrument's exhaust system and its importance for safety.

Instrument Cooling Air Supply

Requirements for clean, dry, non-corrosive air for cooling instrument components.

Water Chiller System

Information on the need for a cooling water source and compatible chilling systems.

Drain Vessel Requirements

Requirements for a drain vessel for disposal of excess fluids from the spray chamber or autosampler.

Instrument Installation

Agilent ICP-OES Instrument Overview

A labeled diagram and description of the front and side components of the ICP-OES instrument.

Instrument Status LED Color Coding

Explanation of the different colors and meanings of the instrument status indicator light.

Front Power OnOff Button

Description of the front panel power button and its associated LED indicators.

ICP Expert Software Installation

Details on the installation process for the ICP Expert software by Agilent-trained engineers.

Connecting ICP Expert Software

Step-by-step instructions for connecting the ICP Expert software to the instrument.

Detector and Wavelength Calibration

Procedures for performing detector and wavelength calibration using ICP Expert software.

Hardware Components Setup

Guidance on setting up components like nebulizer, torch, or spray chamber after installation.

Torch Assembly and Disassembly

Detailed instructions for assembling and disassembling semi- and fully demountable torches.

Available Accessories

A list of available accessories for the ICP-OES instrument with brief descriptions.

Instrument Operation

Analysis Checklist

Steps required to measure samples, including turning on the instrument and preparing for analysis.

Turning On the Instrument and Software

Procedures for turning on the instrument and software for the first time or after shutdown.

Preparing for Analysis

Steps involved in preparing the instrument for sample analysis, including plasma ignition.

Detector and Wavelength Calibration

Reference to page 24 for instructions on performing detector and wavelength calibration.

Creating or Opening a Worksheet

Instructions for creating new worksheets or opening existing ones in the ICP Expert software.

Developing an Analytical Method

Guidance on developing an analytical method, including selecting elements and conditions.

Running Samples for Analysis

Steps for setting up the autosampler and running samples for analysis.

Printing Analysis Reports

Instructions on how to print or preview analysis reports and save them as PDF files.

Turning Off the Instrument

Information on different standby and shutdown modes for the instrument.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Routine Maintenance Tasks

Overview of routine maintenance tasks for the ICP-OES, consumables, and accessories.

General Cleaning Procedures

Procedures for cleaning the instrument's exterior surfaces and handling spills.

Torch Cleaning Procedures

Recommended cleaning procedures to maximize the usable life of the ICP-OES torch.

Troubleshooting Guidance

Guidance on accessing troubleshooting information through the ICP Expert Help and Learning Center.

Spare Parts Information

Information on ordering spare parts and consumables from the Agilent website.

Technical Support Contact

Contact information for technical support, available on the Agilent Technologies website.

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