Shimadzu ICPMS - User Manual

Shimadzu Scientific Instruments, 7102 Riverwood Drive, Columbia, MD 21046
Tel: 800.477.1227/410.381.1227; Fax: 410.381.1222; www.ssi.shimadzu.com
ICPMS – Preparing your instrument for shutdown
1. To flush out the system, aspirate with rinse solution for five minutes then DI
water for an additional three minutes.
2. Shut down the plasma by clicking the Plasma Off button in LabSolutions
ICPMS software at the bottom-left of the screen. Wait for the shutdown
sequence to complete.
3. Release tension on the peristaltic pump tubing by releasing the guide arms
and detaching tubing from the tube hangers.
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Summary

ICPMS Shutdown Procedure

System Flushing and Plasma Off

Flush the system with rinse solution and DI water, then shut down plasma via software.

Peristaltic Pump Tubing Release

Release tension on peristaltic pump tubing by detaching it from tube hangers.

Gas and Chiller Shutdown

Shut off exhaust ventilation, argon, and helium. Ensure chiller additives and turn off chiller.

Software and Computer Shutdown

Shut down LabSolutions ICPMS software and the control computer.

Power and Pump Shutdown

Turn off power to ICPMS, autosampler, and accessories. Turn off external roughing pump.

Waste Disposal

Dispose of rinse solution from J-tube and drain line, then close waste container.

Extended Shutdown Instructions

For shutdowns >2 months, follow user manual instructions regarding backup battery.

Stop of the Equipment

Check backup battery level before stopping. Replace if instrument is off for >2 months.

ICPMS Startup Procedure

Refer to Instruction Manual

Consult the ICPMS-2030 Instruction Manual for specific startup procedures.

Duct Exhaust and Cooling Water

Start duct exhaust system and supply cooling water after checking levels.

Roughing Pump and Gas Supply

Check roughing pump oil, turn on power, then turn on argon and helium sources.

Instrument and PC Power On

Turn on the main ICPMS power switch, then the PC and peripherals.

Vacuum Pump Down

Allow vacuum to pump down overnight before turning on the plasma.

Pressure Seal and Checks

Fill J-tube with water for pressure seal. Check glassware, cones, and pump.

Shimadzu ICPMS Specifications

General

Type	Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometer (ICP-MS)
Applications	Environmental monitoring, pharmaceutical analysis
Detection Limits	Sub-ppt levels (parts per trillion) for many elements, depending on the matrix and element.
Plasma Source	Argon-based inductively coupled plasma
Sample Introduction System	Nebulizer, spray chamber
Detector	Electron Multiplier
Model	Multiple models available (e.g., ICPMS-2030, ICPMS-2050)
RF Generator	27.12 MHz free-running solid-state generator
Interface	Sampler and skimmer cones
Vacuum System	Turbo molecular pump backed by rotary pump
Data Acquisition	Fast scanning
Power Requirements	200-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Weight	Approximately 150-200 kg (varies by model)