PlasmaQuant 9100 (Elite) Table of contents
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Table of contents
1 Basic information............................................................................................................................................................ 5
1.1 About this user manual .................................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Intended use ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
2 Security............................................................................................................................................................................ 7
2.1 Safety labeling on the device ........................................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Requirements for the operating personnel..................................................................................................... 8
2.3 Safety instructions, transport and commissioning ......................................................................................... 8
2.4 Safety instructions: during operation .............................................................................................................. 9
2.4.1 Basic safety information for operation............................................................................................................ 9
2.4.2 Safety instructions – protection against explosion and fire........................................................................... 9
2.4.3 Safety instructions – electrical equipment ...................................................................................................... 9
2.4.4 Hazards caused by plasma operation.............................................................................................................. 10
2.4.5 Behavior in case of ring plasmas ..................................................................................................................... 10
2.4.6 Safety instructions on the formation of ozone and toxic vapors ................................................................... 11
2.4.7 Safety instructions for the operation of compressed gas containers and compressed gas systems............ 11
2.4.8 Handling of samples, auxiliary and operating materials................................................................................ 11
2.4.9 Safety instructions on cleaning and decontamination measures .................................................................. 12
2.5 Safety instructions for maintenance and repair.............................................................................................. 12
2.6 Behavior during emergencies .......................................................................................................................... 12
3 Function and design ....................................................................................................................................................... 13
3.1 Function and measuring principle ................................................................................................................... 13
3.2 Design................................................................................................................................................................ 13
3.2.1 Plasma generation............................................................................................................................................ 14
3.2.2 Sample supply................................................................................................................................................... 15
3.2.3 Optical system................................................................................................................................................... 16
3.3 Connections....................................................................................................................................................... 17
3.3.1 Supply and control connections....................................................................................................................... 17
3.3.2 Connections in the plasma compartment and in the sample chamber......................................................... 21
3.4 ASPQ 3300 sampler ........................................................................................................................................ 22
3.5 Other accessories.............................................................................................................................................. 23
4 Installation and commissioning..................................................................................................................................... 25
4.1 Installation conditions...................................................................................................................................... 25
4.1.1 Installation location requirements................................................................................................................... 25
4.1.2 Power supply..................................................................................................................................................... 25
4.1.3 Gas supply ......................................................................................................................................................... 26
4.1.4 Exhaust unit...................................................................................................................................................... 26
4.1.5 Recirculating chiller .......................................................................................................................................... 27
4.1.6 Device layout and space requirements............................................................................................................ 28
4.2 Unpacking and setting up the device............................................................................................................... 29
4.2.1 Installing the sample supply system................................................................................................................ 30
4.3 Putting the ASPQ 3300 into operation........................................................................................................... 33
4.4 Installing other accessories .............................................................................................................................. 37
4.4.1 Coupling the Teledyne Cetac ASX-560 sampler with other accessories ....................................................... 37
4.4.2 Installing the IsoMist XR temperature-controlled spray chamber................................................................. 41