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Malvern Instruments ZETASIZER - User Manual

Malvern Instruments ZETASIZER
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ZETASIZER NANOSAMPLER
BASIC GUIDE
MAN0497-01-EN-00
Issue date: 07 April 2014
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Summary

Introduction

About this manual

Provides essential information for safe and efficient operation of the NanoSampler system.

Access to the instrument

Outlines the different personnel roles and their access levels to the instrument.

Assumed information

Lists points users should understand for full use of the manual, including naming conventions.

Where to get help

Details the channels for obtaining assistance with the NanoSampler system.

Health and Safety

General warnings and regulations

Covers general safety warnings and regulations for operating the instrument and samples.

Electrical warnings and regulations

Details safety precautions related to the instrument's high voltage components and earthing.

Power cords and power safety

Provides guidance on best practices for connecting the instrument to the power supply.

Sample handling warnings

Lists precautions for handling samples, including hazardous and biological materials.

Storage and disposal

Guides on proper procedures for storing, shipping, and disposing of the instrument.

Additional safety considerations

Covers operational safety, system maintenance, and hazards related to solvents and samples.

Site Requirements

Environmental conditions

Specifies the required indoor environmental conditions for optimal NanoSampler performance.

System requirements

Details the space, power, airline, and computer requirements for the NanoSampler.

Installation

Outlines actions for moving the instrument and upgrading the computer or software.

NanoSampler Hardware

System configuration

Illustrates a typical setup of the NanoSampler with its components and connections.

Using the hardware

Provides instructions on opening the door, removing the cover, and loading sample plates.

Using the System

Workflow overview

Presents a flow-chart detailing the process for making a NanoSampler measurement.

System and sample preparation

Covers pre-measurement checks, electrical/fluid connections, and sample preparation.

NanoSampler feature key

Explains the process of activating the NanoSampler by installing a feature key.

Software configuration

Details steps for setting up a measurement, defining SOPs, and creating SOP playlists.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Provides details on routine maintenance procedures like cleaning and tubing replacement.

Troubleshooting

Offers solutions for potential problems, error codes, and system issues.

Appendix

Specifications

Lists general, physical, electrical, communication, and sampling specifications of the instrument.

Regulatory statements

Contains FCC notices, CE Declaration of Conformity, and Canadian/Japanese regulatory information.

Malvern Instruments ZETASIZER Specifications

General IconGeneral
DetectorAvalanche Photodiode (APD)
Measurement PrincipleDynamic Light Scattering (DLS), Electrophoretic Light Scattering (ELS)
Light Source633 nm He-Ne laser
Scattering Angle173° backscatter
SoftwareZetasizer software
Particle Size Range0.3 nm - 10 μm (diameter)

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