Bruker M4 TORNADO User Manual

Shutdown
M4 TORNADO
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8 Shutdown
8.1 Switching off the Instrument
The instrument should be switched off for transport, for service purposes and when it is not used
for a longer period of time.
Procedure for switching the instrument off:
 finishing the measurement
 switching off the high voltage
 finishing the program and switching off the measuring computer
 turning off M4 TORNADO with the key-switch.
8.2 Stand-by Operation
The stand-by operation of the instrument implies to reduce the tube current, while the
M4 TORNADO and the measuring computer including the measuring software remain active. This
operation mode is recommended if the X-ray tube should be spared and, at the same time, the
stability of the electronics should not be altered. If the instrument is only used during the day, it is
sufficient to switch off the tube overnight.
If the M4 TORNADO is turned off completely overnight, it must be waited approx. 30 min for the
thermal equilibration of the X-ray tube to be finished.

Bruker M4 TORNADO Specifications

General

Brand	Bruker
Model	M4 TORNADO
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English