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Radiation Safety
The Model 3080 Electrostatic Classifier contains a Model 3077A (or
optional 3077) Aerosol Neutralizer with a Krypton-85 source. Under
normal circumstances, you will not come into contact with
hazardous radiation. However, take these precautions when using
the Neutralizer in an Electrostatic Classifier or in another
instrument:
Do not remove any parts from the Electrostatic Classifier unless
you are specifically told to do so in the Electrostatic Classifier
manual.
Corrosive materials can degrade materials that are a part of the
Neutralizer. Do not operate the Classifier or other instrument
with chemicals that corrode 303, 304, or 316 stainless steel,
copper, silver solder, or epoxy.
Do not operate the Electrostatic Classifier or other instrument
in temperatures above 50°C. Temperatures above 50°C may
cause the Neutralizer to leak, causing radioactive
contamination.
The Neutralizer has a half-life of 10.7 years. Keep all Neutralizer
packing materials. After 10 years, TSI recommends you return
the Neutralizer to the manufacturer and order a new
Neutralizer.
Install and remove the Neutralizer using directions in
Electrostatic Classifier manual (if applicable).
WARNING
The use of controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those
specified in this manual may result in exposure to hazardous radiation.
Labels
External and internal advisory labels and identification labels are
attached to the CPC, the Aerosol Neutralizer, and the Electrostatic
Classifier. Refer to individual product manuals for descriptions and
locations of these labels.
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