Pre-inst ‘omic Absorbtion Spectrophotometer AAS00F/AA500G/AA500FG At aD OOOROHOPPOPMOOMDONOAOOPPPINNOHEOHEHEEESEEES oa) Cb Ty TS HEE] CGR) YE i el ert omy —f = |ec Requirements Pre-Installation Requirements Laboratory environment con: The instal ne Sa eavitonment should be carefully selected. The location should from be away lear to. situated retest field, strong radiation or strong light. The laboratory should not be luipment or a workshop that generates strong vibrations. It should also be Kept away from direct sunshine dust a smoke, dust, dity air current and vapor. The AAS laboratory inoue B® Separated tom any chemical teatnent oon soe nat against acid erosion or = rence. The intemal environment of the laboratory should be kept clean with an Poropriate temperature (15-30°C) and humidity (below 70% relative humidity). ions Equipment requirements for the laboratory The laboratory bench should be large enough to instal the AASOO instrument, graphite power GipPly. accessories etc, at a recommended height of 0.75 meters; it should be’stable and solid with a flat surface. Around the bench, a sj 0 pace at least half a meter should be left to facilitate the operation and maintenance. The bench and instrument should be positioned out of direct sunlight, close to electricity and gas connections. Size and Weights of Instruments and Accessorie: AASOOFIGIGF 100mm 535mm 540mm 430Kg erase 700mm 535mm 840mm 100Kg Air Compressor 310mm 310mm 550mm 18kg Water Re- Circulating Sump | 250mm 245mm 700mm 45Kg Universal Auto Aa 420mm 380mm 460mm 43kg Efficient fume extraction should be installed in the laboratory to remove any fumes generated by the instrument. Note: Without adequate extraction, potentially toxic vapor could build up in the 2 Pinscuments_——— << Te. Pre-Installation Requirements laboratory. Always use an efficient fume extraction system when operating the instrument. Installation of ventilation equipment Laboratory Power Distribution Requirements The instrument and its accessories use a 220Vac (+/-10%) power supply with standard mains plugs, so a standard switchboard arrangement can be used. ‘The main unit is rated at 5A and should be free from noise. If the ‘supply is outside the requirements, a stabilized power supply unit can be used but must be rated higher than 1.5KW. The graphite power supply should be wired to a separate single phase 220Vac (+/- 10%) rated at 40A.and a type C over-current trip should be used for protection. If the supply is outside of the requirements, a stabilized power supply unit can be used but must be rated higher than 10KW. The air compressor and all other accessories should be connected directly to the standard mains supply. Please note: The main unit of the AAS, air compressor, accessories and the power ‘Supply of the graphite furnace should all be connected to the same electrical pha: Gas source requirements itis the responsibility of the user to ensure that the gas installation conforms to the local safety regulations. An air compressor or bottled air can be used to ‘supply the instrument at a constant Pressure. If an air compressor is used it should have a tank of at least 9Lt. The Acetylene gas used should have a purity of no less than 99.9% and the pressure from the cylinder should be set using a gas regulator. A special gas cylinder storage room is needed and @ gas on-off valve in the laboratory should be installed, a Note: Due to the dangers of Acetylene gas, caution should be taken. The pipe work PYinswuments SASOSOSOSEFSOSS FESO E HOME BMATTAMHMTOTTODIDGa ee a owes wwe Pre-Installation Requirements ‘should be checked for leaks and a flash arrestor should be installed. The Argon gas, when configured with the graphite furnace system or hydride accessory, should have a punty of 99.99%. The supply pressure should be set using a gas regulator. A special gas cylinder storage room is needed and a gas on-off valve in the laboratory should be installed. A special gas (Nitrous Oxide) may be required with the flame instrument. If required, it should have a purty of no less than 99.9% and the pressure from the cylinder should be set using a 928 regulator. A special gas cylinder storage room is needed and a gas on-off valve in the laboratory should be installed If the Propane is required to be configured with the flame instrument, the pressure from the ylinder should be set using a gas reguiator. The cylinder should be stored in a gas storage foom and a gas on-off valve in the laboratory should be installed. Gas Pressure: Air 2.5bar / 32PSI Acetylene 0.75bar / 9PSI ‘Argon 6bar /70PS| Nitrous Oxide bar / 35PS| Propane O.6bar /7PSI Water source requirements Cooling water is required when the A500 instrument is configured with a graphite furnace system, The flow rate should be at least 1.5L/min and a re-circulating water system is fecommended for constant flow and temperature. De-ionized water should be used to keep the cooling system clean and free from growth. A small amount of additive can be added to the water to stop bacteria developing. Solution requirements D1 water should always be used when running the AASOO system. Standard solutions of 1000ppm for each element can be obtained and used to make operational standards to calibrate the system for analysis. Note: acid concentration of the samples should be kept to a minimum (<6%) If high acid concentrations cannot be avoided then some parts will need to be upgraded. For information please contact your local agent.Operation Instruction Manual Atomic Absorption S| ectrophotometer AA500 § c od 5 g a & AAMMDVMMMOA MPRA RENAN DANE EDOODAD . PIII IRE EI GUOA500 Operation Instruction Manual _ oe 2 ™ Cautions and Warning labels Daily operation cautions: 1. Asuitable exhaust system should be installed above the burner to remove any fumes r potentially combustible gas, 2. Do not smoke or use any open fire near the instrument. 3. Always extinguish the flame before leaving the laboratory. 4. For HF analysis, do not .use the standard glass nebulizer. Warning labels: Note: There are a number of warning labels attached to the instrument. Please take notice of them. ™ Precautions of using gas The user should strictly observe the following safety operating precautions, please read before using the instrument. The installation of the cylinders: Cylinders should be installed outside of the laboratory where they are not exposed to sunlight directly. © Cylinder temperature should be less than 40C and do not allow any flame within 2 meters. © Locate the cylinder in a vertical position; do not locate the cylinder horizontal. Acetylene gas: @ Always use the correct regulator valve for the acetylene gas. Do not use pipes made from copper, silver, mercury or their alloys in order to prevent the formation of metal-acetylides, which could break down the pipe under the pressure. @ The acetylene gas cylinder contains dissolvable substance such as acetone. If the primary pressure falls below 70Opsi, it should be replaced with a new cylinder in order to prevent the diffuseness of the dissolvable substance. Nitrous Oxide: © Nitrous oxide is a colorless and sweet-tasting gas which is used to support the acetylene flame. It is stable at normal atmospheric temperature and can be dissolved with water, alcohol and high concentration Sulphuric Acid. Always use adequate ventilation due of the anesthesia effect of the gas. 2 BQinstruments‘AAS00 Operation Instruction Manual Liquefied petroleum gas: ‘© The main components of LPG are propane and butane. The gas is combustible so please make sure there is adequate ventitation Oxyge © Oxygen should never be used. Air: © This should be dry and free from oil. A moisture or oil trap on the exit tube can be installed After using: © Always tum off the gasses after using the gas instrument Regulator valve: © Periodically inspect the pressure gauges for leaks or problems Pressure adjustmen ‘© Before installing the regulator valve, always make sure that the gas cylinder exit tube and valve are clean and free from dirt or grease. © The leaking of gas at the cylinder may be caused by incorrectly fitting of the Fegulator valve. Do not try to install by force, replace with a new cylinder if this situation is occurs. Turn on and Turn off the cylinder: ‘© Before turning on the cylinder, make sure that the regulator valve is turned off. Open the cylinder using the correct tool only. Do not knock the main valve with a hammer if it tight. © Check the connection of the regulator valve and cylinder for gas leak using soap solution. If a leak is found, please tum off cylinder. ‘© Rotate the main valve of the cylinder for acetylene gas by 1 or 1.5 tums only to prevent leakage. PQinstruments CQeececeeececee SCCIETLLLLL Lele aaee, eo e000 0000000066‘AAS00 Operation Instruction Manual = ™ Security management of cylinder Acetylene cylinder: This instrument uses flammable high purity acetylene for the flame system, please pay attention to the storage and usage safely. © Locate the gas cylinder in a correct place with good ventilation where it is not exposed to direct sunlight. Do not place the acetylene cylinder and instrument in the same room. © The temperature of the cylinder must be less than 40C and do not allow any flame within 3 meters. ‘© The cylinder must be fixed securely and keep in a vertical position. © Use a special regulator valve for the acetylene gas. Do not use pipes made from copper, silver, mercury or their alloys in order to prevent the formation of ‘metal-acetylides, which would be break down the pipe under the pressure. ‘© Tum off the main valve after using the gas. © Periodically inspect the pressure gauge to maintain its normal function. Before installing the regulator valve, always make sure that the gas cylinder exit tube and vaive is clean and free from dirt or grease. © Before opening the cylinder, make sure that the valve is closed. Adjust the pressure valve fully to the left, and open the cylinder using the correct tool. Apply soapy water to the connection of the pressure regulator to check that no gas leak is generated. © Be sure to rotate the main valve of the cylinder for acetylene by 1-1.5 turns. © Adjust the pressure at the second valve clockwise to 0.1MPa. Do not exceed 0.12MPa as acetylene is not stable at high pressure. © The acetylene gas cylinder contains dissolvable substance such as acetone. If the Primary pressure falls below 0.5Mpa, it should be replaced with a new cylinder in order to prevent the diffuseness of the dissolvable substance. BDDDIDD\9\o'w\e\a\a\n\a\a\a\'a es ¢ vos . Nitrous oxide cylinde: © Turn on the main valve, adjust the second valve to the correct, pressure. Carry out a leak check periodically before ignition. Do not ignite flame if there is a gas leak. @ Pay attention to the cylinder pressure when using nitrous oxide, it should be replaced if the pressure is lower than 100psi. ©. The exit pressure is 35psi. DANA ANG EGU Liquefied petroleum gas cylinder: © When replacing the cylinder, check the seal washer, then install the regulator valve, check the tube and connect. PQjnstruments‘AAS00 Operation Instruction Manual © Carry out a leak check periodically before ignition. Do not ignite flame if there is a gas leak. © The regulator valve model is JYT-0.6, the output pressure is 2.840.5KPa; the output pressure for the other model is SKPa. Argon cylinder: © Carry out a leak check periodically before ignition. Do not use if there is a gas leak © Pay attention to the cylinder pressure when using argon, Replace the cylinder if the Pressure is lower than 145psi ™ Operation precautions of instruments There are many safety features for the instrument, but the user should strictly observe the operation precautions before operating. Gas leak alarm: The gas leak alarm, uses a combustible gas sensor and is located inside of the instrument near the gas inlet. It will operate when the external power is switched on (weather the instrument power is on or off). It provides an audible alarm in addition to a safety chain abnormity protection. Warning: If the alarm sounds, please turn off the instrument and acetylene cylinder and check/repair leak before turning the instrument and gas back on. Pressure monitoring: The flame will not operate if the pressure of air, nitrous oxide and acetylene is too high or too low. The graphite furnace atomizer will not work if the pressure of argon is too low oF too high. Heat Protection Baffle monitoring The flame will not ignite if the heat protection baffle is not installed correctly. Waste liquid level monitoring: ‘The flame will not ignite if the level of the waste trap is to low. Flame monitoring: If the flame extinguish abnormally, the instrument will give an alarm. PQinstruments‘AA500 Operation Instruction Manual Emergency switch: Press the emergency switch and tum off the gas valve in an emergency situation. Points for attention: . The safety system of flame atomizer is effective when using flame work mode. The flame atomizer will work normally. The flame will be extinguished safely if there are any abnormalities, and the oftware will show Waming information. Please check the instrument carefully before use. Contact technical support or your local agent if necessary. Emergency steps: © Tum off the power supply. ‘© Switch off the main valve of the acetylene, nitrous oxide, LPG and argon. © Switch off the cooling water. © Switch off the compressor. ™@ General Precautions: In order to use the instrument safely, be sure to observe the following precautions. © Use the correct burner head for different flame mode (Air-Acetylene flame, Air-LPG flame, Nitrous Oxide-Acetylene flame). @ Never put your face or hands in the burner compartment. during ignition or with flame on. Never look directly at the flame above the chamber or put hands over the ‘chamber. Close the flame shield (bumer compartment door and chamber) before igniting. Do not ignite flame without bumer head. Do not ignite flame without nebulizer installed. ‘Do not ignite flame if the water level is too low in the liquid trap. Do not remove the burner head when flame is on. Do not touch the burner head until cool. Do not touch the deuterium lamp when itis lit. ‘Do not put hand in the lamp tower. ‘Do not put hand over the igniter and flame monitor. Do not put foreign objects into the lamp holder. Do not remove the heat protection baffle when the AA5OO flame is on. Please check the setting ofthe flow rate before ignition, Do not touch the flame shield when flame is on. 6 ; PQinstruments