Environmental requirements
The following general requirements must be fulfilled:
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The room must have exhaust ventilation
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The instrument should not be exposed to direct sunlight
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Dust in the atmosphere should be kept to a minimum
The installation site must comply with the following specifications:
SpecificationParameter
Indoor use onlyAllowed location
18°C to 33°CAmbient temperature, operation
80% RH, non-condensing, up to 31°C.
Decreasing linearly to 50% RH at 40°C.
Max. relative humidity, operation
-25°C to 60°CAmbienttemperature, transportation/stor-
age
Up to 2000 mAltitude, operation
Pollution degree 2Pollution degree of the intended environ-
ment
Avoid placing the system adjacent to heaters or air conditioners.
Condensation may occur in the sample compartment at high ambient humidity. This is
normal and does not indicate any malfunction.
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4 Installation
4.1 Site requirements