Cell changer
8-cell changer
30 Edition 09/2014 SPECORD S600 accessories
2. Open the measuring parameter window via the menu command
Measurement / Set Parameters or by clicking on in the toolbar.
3. Go to the tab Accessories. Select 8-cell changer from the list box.
Adjusting the 8-cell changer
To position the cells optimally within the beam path the cell changer is adjusted
with the aid of a computer.
An adjustment is necessary in case of
• the first use of the changer
• after a wavelength calibration, and
• after transporting the SPECORD S600
1. Install the empty cell changer in the sample chamber.
2. If the subsequent measurement is carried out with standard cells or semi-
microcells carry out an adjustment with an empty cell changer.
If microcells are used during the subsequent measurements, place a water-
filled cell in each of the 8 positions for the adjustment.
3. Switch on the SPECORD S600 and then start WinASPECT.
4. With the menu command Measurement / Initialize Device carry out a
device initialization.
5. Clicking on in the toolbar open the measuring parameter window and
go to the tab Accessories. Select 8-cell changer from the list box.
6. Start the automatic adjustment by clicking on the button [Adjustment].
Removing the cell changer from the sample chamber
Removing the cell changer
1. Move the cell changer into position 5. The cell block is centered on the base
plate.
2. Disconnect the connector from the connection on the rear of the S600.
3. Pull up the cell changer on the rear side of the base plate until it disengages
from the clamp with a click. Lift the cell holder free.
Disconnecting the thermostat
Disconnect the hoses from the thermostat.
Disconnecting the magnetic stirrer
Disconnect the control unit of the stirrer from the mains supply.
Unscrew the cable and the control unit.
Measurement with the 8-cell changer
The measuring parameter configurations and various operating modes are
identical for all cell changers available for the SPECORD S600. A detailed
description is available in chapters "Configuring parameters for the cell
changer" p. 33 and "Carrying out measurements with the cell changer " p. 34.