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11.9 Other practical notes
It is preferable to work with the same mass of the sample at each measurement to
measure the size of the sample in a reproducible way. It is best to use the same
instruments for the application of the sample.
Put a sample on the pan as quickly as possible to avoid losing moisture.
Temperature inside the chamber is much higher than outside, so the sample may
evaporate partly before measurement begins, which will result in a false result.
When analysing the same substance quantity in successive measurements, use the
same tools to put a sample to be sure that samples are each time of the same size.
Before putting a sample, tare a single-use pan and take it out of the chamber. Right after
putting a sample on the pan, place it inside the analyser chamber, close the chamber and
press START.
Be sure that no dirt sticks under the pan, as it may increase sample weight and result in
false values.