Agilent Technologies Agilent 7700 Series ICP-MS Operating instructions

Agilent Technologies
Agilent 7700 Series ICP-MS
Site Preparation Guide
General Information 1
Introduction 1
Customer’s Site Preparation Responsibilities 1
Receiving the System 2
Installation and Verification 3
Site Requirements 4
Space, Weight and Access Requirements 4
Argon Gas Requirement 7
Cell Gas Requirement 11
Power Requirements 15
Environment Conditioning Requirements 23
Safety information for installation 26
Cooling Water Requirements 27
Laboratory Supply Requirements 29
Communications 30

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G3280-90010 (Rev.B) Agilent 7700 Series ICP-MS Site Preparation Guide 1
General Information
Introduction
This manual will help you prepare your facility for the arrival of your new
Agilent 7700 Series ICP- MS. The specifications in this manual ensure
consistent, reliable and safe installation of your 7700 ICP- MS system.
Please contact Agilent Technologies to help you coordinate the arrival of your
equipment and the preparation of your facility. Your Agilent Technologies
engineer will install the instrument and familiarize you with it.
Customer’s Site Preparation Responsibilities
The following are NOT included in the Agilent Technologies installation; they
are the customer’s responsibility unless other arrangements are made with
Agilent Technologies.
•Planning, scheduling and preparing all site facilities according to the
specifications in this manual is the customer’s responsibility.
•The customer is responsible for furnishing power receptacles as required.
Site electricians should provide a male plug along with the receptacle if not
able to have the receptacle that specified in this document.
•Your electrician is responsible for verifying that the electrical environment is
safe and adequate for the 7700 ICP- MS system installation and operation.
•The customer is responsible for compliance with all local laws (codes,
ordinances, and regulations) for mechanical, building, and electrical
distribution systems. Compliance must exist prior to installation.
NOTE
Sites failing to meet requirements may delay installation of the instrument or may be subject
to additional charges. Agilent Technologies provides service during warranty, and under
maintenance agreements, only if the specified site requirements are met.

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Receiving the System
When your 7700 ICP- MS system is delivered, it is your responsibility to provide
for the removal of the shipping containers from the truck and their storage until
installation. Contact your Agilent Technologies engineer as soon as your
shipment arrives to arrange an installation date.
Unloading
The shipping containers are heavy. They require a loading dock and a fork lift
or similar lifting device.
Storage
It is your responsibility to store the containers until installation. Do not open
any shipping containers until an Agilent Technologies representative is present.
Warranty claims for missing items will not be honored unless an Agilent
Technologies representative is present to verify the contents of each container
as it is unpacked.
The 7700 ICP- MS shipping container has the following dimensions.
The environment in the storage area should be between 5°C and 50°C with 20%
to 80% relative humidity, and a non- condensing and non- corrosive atmosphere.
CAUTION
The shipping containers must be kept upright at all times to prevent damage to the
instrument.
Table 1 Shipping Container Approximate Dimensions
Height Width Depth Weight
Agilent 7700 Mainframe 85cm (34in) 98cm (39in) 98cm (39in) 150kg (330 lb)

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Installation and Verification
Once the installation has begun, it should progress in a timely manner to
completion. Delays due to inadequate site preparation could cause loss of
instrument use during the warranty period. In extreme cases, Agilent
Technologies may ask to be reimbursed for the additional time required to
complete the installation.
The final step in the installation process is system verification. Your Agilent
Technologies engineer tests the system against standards as documented for the
product(s) you have purchased.
NOTE
The Agilent Technologies engineer will not test your system against your standards or
samples. Further, the Agilent Technologies engineer will not set up your laboratory
procedures. Assistance with laboratory procedures can be obtained from your local Agilent
Technologies Applications Engineer on a consulting basis at additional cost.

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Site Requirements
Space, Weight and Access Requirements
Your site must have enough space for the 7700 ICP- MS and all of its associated
equipment. The bench in your laboratory must be able to support the weight of
the entire the 7700 ICP- MS system.
In addition, there must be sufficient space around the system for ventilation
(especially for water recirculator) and maintenance access. Table 2 lists
dimension and weight information for the 7700 ICP- MS and related
components. Be sure to allow space for the following:
•7700 ICP- MS
•7700 ICP- MS MassHunter Workstation PC, PC monitor and Printer
•Foreline pump
•Autosampler
•Power line conditioner (only required when site power supply is unstable)
•Tables
•Chairs
•Water recirculator
•Other optional hardware
NOTE
Space around the system for ventiration and maintenance access: At least 60cm (24in) on all
sides of the instrument must be kept clear.
The bench in your laboratory must be able to support the entire 7700 ICP-MS system and
other laboratory equipment.

G3280-90010 (Rev.B) Agilent 7700 Series ICP-MS Site Preparation Guide 5
*1 : Height includes mist filter and caster, width includes oil drain kit
*2 : Height includes probe
*3 : Maximum depth is 72.5 (28.5) including a power connector projecting at rear.
Table 2 Product Dimensions (for ICP-MS refer also to Figure 1 on page 1-6)
Product Dimensions, cm (in) Weight
Height Width Depth kg (lbs)
7700 ICP-MS 59.5 (23.4) 73.0 (28.7) 62.0 (24.4)*3115 (254)
Edwards E2M18 Foreline Pump *155.0 (21.7) 57.0 (22.4) 17.0 (6.7) 36 (79)
Data System (PC, Monitor, Printer) Size and weight of the data system depends on the
components included. Reserve at least 100 cm (39 in) of
bench space for the data system. A typical data system
weight is 30 kg (66 lb).
Agilent Chiller (G3292A) 57.6 (22.7) 36.8 (14.5) 70.2 (27.6) 85 (188)
Agilent Heat Exchanger (G1879B) 57.2 (22.5) 38.0 (15.0) 51.4 (20.25) 42 (92)
Agilent Chiller for Japan (G3159A) 71.5 (28.2) 52.0 (20.5) 68.5 (27.0) 100 (220)
Integrated Autosampler (I-AS) 22.0 (8.7)
28.0 (11.0)*2
29.0 (11.4) 36.0 (14.2) 5 (11)
Agilent ASX-500 Series Autosampler 25.0 (9.8)
61 (24)*2
52 (20.5) 48.2 (19) 11 (24)
NOTE
Approximate dimensions, refer to specific product documentation.

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Figure 1 Dimensions (unit: mm)
7700_0015
Side View (Right)Front View
Top View
Rear View
Cooling Water Connection
Gas Connection
725
655
600
175
150
595 575
535 730
180
620
110
Cell Gas
Connection
Power Cable
Foreline Pump Vacuum Connection
Spray Chamber Electrical Connection
725

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Argon Gas Requirement
The Argon gas needed for installation will be supplied by the customer.
It is recommended that there be a shutoff valve and a regulator with a pressure
gauge within 5m of the 7700 ICP- MS.
The customer will supply and prepare any gas piping from a remote gas storage
area. This must be at least 1/4 inch in diameter and should be made of stainless
steel.
Gas cylinders or liquid Argon may be used. Typically a cylinder of Argon lasts 8
hours. A 260L tank of liquid Argon lasts for approximately one month of daily
(8 hours) operation.

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Figure 2 Example Gas Connection and Connection Location (all units in mm)
7700_0016
Option Gas
(if required)
Note: The length of line after the regulator
should be 5m or shorter.
Do not use the supplied nylon tubing
before the shutoff valve.
Note: Fittings and the Filter used for
External Connection included in
shipping kit
Option Gas
Argon Gas
Example: Regulator with Pressure Gauges
and ShutOff Valve
Argon Gas
375
240
210
185

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Argon Gas Purity
The 7700 ICP- MS requires Argon gas of the purity as specified in Table 3.
The typical Argon purity needed for the 7700 ICP- MS is 99.99%, high purity
Argon is classed as 99.999%. The purity is usually a measure of the main source
of liquid Argon, there is always a possibility of contamination when the source
Argon is transferred into the vessel that is delivered to your laboratory.
Contamination of instrumentation and poor ignition of plasma can be caused by
low grade Argon, an acceptable specification for Argon purity is listed in
Table 4.
Table 3 Compressed Gas
Compressed Gas Purity Compressed Gas
Assoc. Standard
Typical Working
Pressure
kPa (psi)
Consumption
L/min
Argon >99.99% CGA 580 500-700 (73-102) 20
Option Gas
(If required for
application)
Oxygen 20%
Argon 80%
>99.999%
CGA 540 10-100(1.5-14) 1.0
Table 4 Argon Purity
Contamination Level
O2Oxygen <2ppm
N2Nitrogen <10ppm
CO Carbon Oxide <0.5ppm
CO2Carbon Dioxide <0.5ppm
CH4Methane <0.5ppm
H2O Water <5ppm

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Requirements for Argon Gas Supply Installation
Agilent Technologies will provide nylon tubing, 1/4 inch (6.4mm) O.D., 5m long.
This is used for supplying gases to the 7700 ICP- MS from the laboratory shutoff
valve.
Customers will provide connection from the gas supply to a shutoff valve. This
tubing should be 1/4 inch (6.4mm) Electro Polished stainless steel or stainless
steel that has been cleaned using the procedure below or an equivalent
procedure.
The customer should provide the pressure regulator for the Argon gas cylinder.
All pressure regulators should be stainless steel two- stage for ultra high purity;
Input: 0- 24×106Pa (0- 3500psig)
Output: 0- 9.8×105Pa (0- 150psig)
When ordering, consider the size of the output tubing, 1/4 inch (6.4mm), and
also the Compressed Gas Association (CGA) number.
Your gas supplier can advise, supply and install all items for a successful
installation.
NOTE
The length of line after the regulator should be within 5m.
Do not use the supplied nylon tubing before the shutoff valve.
NOTE
Fittings and the filter used for external connection included in shipping kit.
NOTE
Please ensure that the type of connector used at the outlet side of the gas-pressure regulator
conforms to applicable national requirements.
WARNING
Compressed gas tanks must be handled with care. The contents of the cylinders
also may be hazardous depending on the gases you choose to use. Please contact
your gas supplier for cylinder handling and safety information for the gases that
you will be using.

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Cell Gas Requirement
It is strongly recommended that the cell gas cylinder, regulator with pressure
gauge and shutoff valve are within 3m of the 7700 ICP- MS.
The 7700s ICP- MS will be shipped with 1/8 inch Swagelok® fittings for Helium
and Hydrogen cell gas connections (the 7700x ICP- MS will be shipped with
1/8 inch Swagelok® fitting for Helium) on the rear of the instrument.
Figure 3 Example of Cell Gas Connection and Connection Location (all units in mm)
7700_0017
Hydrogen Gas
Example: Regulator with Pressure Gauges
and ShutOff Valve
Helium Gas
Helium Cell Gas
Hydrogen Cell Gas
3rd Cell Gas (Option)
403
258
29840
458

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Cell Gas Purity
The 7700 ICP- MS requires Helium and Hydrogen* gas of the purity as specified
in Table 5.
* Hydrogen gas is an option (G3289A) with the 7700x ICP-MS.
** 3rd Cell Gas Line is an option.
*** Both the NH3and He gases used to prepare the gas mix must be >99.999% pure.
For NH3/He Gas Agilent recommends use of CONCOA Regulators and Protocol Station:
To find a Concoa representative in your area please visit Concoa on the web at www.concoa.com.
Gas Purity Problem
Atmospheric Oxygen, moisture and volatile organics entering the cell gas lines
will result in poor/unpredictable ORS interference removal, and severe signal
drift or changes in sensitivity due to contamination of the octopole (which will
then have to be replaced).
The common causes are:
•Use of existing He and H2lab supplies, instead of using dedicated cylinders
for the 7700 ICP- MS
•Dirty, or previously used piping to connect the cylinder to the 7700 ICP- MS
(or use of Cu instead of stainless steel)
•Use of gas cylinder regulators with plastic diaphragms (use only stainless
steel diaphragm regulators designed for use with high purity gas supplies)
•Use of a Hydrogen generator (we don't recommend the use of these as the
moisture content of the H2is too high)
•Use of cell gas of less than 99.999% quality
•Sharing of cell gas lines with other instrumentation
Table 5 Compressed Gas (Cell Gas)
Compressed Gas Purity Compressed Gas
Assoc. Standard
Typical Working
Pressure
kPa (psi)
Max
Consumption
mL/min
Helium >99.999% CGA580 90-130(13-18.8) 12
Hydrogen* >99.999% CGA350 20-60(2.9-8.7) 10
Xenon** >99.999% CGA580 20-60(2.9-8.7) 1
NH3/He**
10%/90%
>99.999%*** CGA705 20-60(2.9-8.7) 10

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The fitting of a gas purifier offers further protection for the ORS - for example if
a cylinder of contaminated gas is connected, the gas purifier assures peak
performance (spectral interference removal) of the ORS cell.
Follow the instructions below to ensure your system is operating at peak
performance.
Essential Requirements for Cell Gas Supply Installation
The cell gas pathway from the source to the mass spectrometer must be as short
and as clean as possible to ensure correct operation of the ORS. Only dedicated
cylinders of 99.999% pure gas are to be used. House gas supplies are not
allowed, and sharing of gas supplies with other instruments (except another
Agilent ORS ICP- MS) is not allowed. The Agilent Gas Purification Kit (Part#:
G3269A) detailed in Table 6 should be used to ensure the highest quality supply
of He and H2cell gas. Only the Agilent stainless steel tubing
(Part# G3270- 65035) should be used to connect the He and H2cell gas cylinders
to the 7700 ICP- MS, and the length of the tubing must be less than 3m. No other
valves, fittings or connections are to be inserted along the length of the cell gas
supply lines. The 2 position gas purifier (one position for He, one for H2) must
be fitted with the triple filters specified.
Table 6 Gas Purification Kit (G3269A)
Agilent Part Number Description Quantity
5182-9706 Super clean gas purifier (2 Position Base plate for He and H2)1
5182-9705 Triple filter cartridge for gas purifier 2
5182-3423 8pkt Replacement O-rings 1
5182-0821 Wall mount bracket (Optional) 1
G3270-65035 1/8" Stainless steel tubing (6m) & fittings 1
8710-1709 Stainless steel tube cutter 1
Description Quantity Note
Two stage regulator, must be fitted with stainless steel
diaphragms, maximum pressure range between
100-200kPa (14-28psi)
For use with: He
1 These regulators must be
ordered in the country of use.
Gas cylinder-regulator
connections vary throughout
the world and are not
compatible.
Two stage regulator, must be fitted with stainless steel
diaphragms, maximum pressure range between
100-200kPa (14-28psi)
For use with: H2
1

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All gases needed for installation will be supplied by the customer.
Customers will provide connection from the gas supply to the instrument. This
tubing should be 1/8 inch (3.2mm) Electro Polished stainless steel or Bright
Anneal stainless steel or stainless steel that has been cleaned using the
procedure outlined on page 10 or an equivalent procedure.
The 7700 ICP- MS require high purity cell gases for best performance. Stainless
Steel Tubing (Part# G3270- 65035) must be used for the cell gas lines; other
materials (such as copper) are not satisfactory. Agilent does not guarantee the
7700 ICP- MS performance when using alternative materials for the cell gas line
tubing.
The customer must provide pressure regulators for the cell gas cylinders.
Stainless steel two stage regulators are recommended for ultra high purity,
corrosive or toxic gas applications;
Input: 0- 14×106Pa (0- 2000psig)
Output: 0- 1.0×105Pa (0- 15psig), or 0- 2.0×105Pa (0- 30psig)
When ordering, consider the size of the output tubing, 1/8 inch (3.2mm), and
also the Compressed Gas Association (CGA) number.
NOTE
Below regulators are available for North America.
0101-1398 Regulator for Helium Cell Gas
0101-1399 Regulator for Hydrogen Cell Gas
5188-5374 Regulator for Ammonia Cell Gas
0101-1400 Regulator for Argon Gas
NOTE
Please ensure that the type of connector used at the outlet side of the gas-pressure regulator
conforms to applicable national requirements.

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Power Requirements
You are responsible for providing appropriate electrical power and power
outlets for all of the components in your 7700 ICP- MS system. Power
considerations include voltage ranges of major components, power
configurations, power plugs and cords, water circulator requirements, and
general power requirements.
Voltage Ranges of Major Components
The 7700 ICP- MS mainframe requires a single- phase 30A circuit. Table 8 lists
the voltage ranges and power requirements for the 7700 ICP- MS and related
equipment. Extra power capacity for future additions is strongly recommended.
The 7700 ICP- MS system includes a wide- range power supply that can operate
without reconfiguration, however the foreline pump must be configured for
either of two voltage ranges of single- phase alternating current (ac):
200- 219Vac, 50/60Hz (typical for the U.S. and Japan)
220- 240Vac, 50/60Hz (typical for Europe)
The foreline pump will be configured according to the standard voltage in the
country where the instrument is ordered.
NOTE
Each product listed requires a dedicated circuit. The 7700 ICP-MS and data system should
each have a separate circuit breaker.
CAUTION
If an instrument is being ordered from one location, but is to be installed in another
location with different electrical power characteristics, a special note must be made
on the order that the electrical power at the site is different from the standard
electrical power in that country.

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General Power Configuration
Power for the 7700 ICP- MS is supplied in single- phase, Split phase, 3 phase star
4 wired, High- leg delta or 208 Wye configuration (see Table 7).
Correct grounding for the 208 Wye configuration must be verified by an
electrician. The neutral wire cannot be used for safety grounding. The ground
wire (green or green/yellow) should carry zero current except for ground- fault
current or static electric discharge. The entire system should share an isolated,
noise- free electrical ground.
Figure 4 Single Phase Configuration
Table 7 Electrical Configurations
Configuration Measurement Nominal voltage
Single phase Line(L) to Neutral
Line(L) to Ground
Ground to Neutral
220Vac
220Vac
<0.5Vrms
Split phase Line(L1) to Line(L2)
Line(L1) to Ground
Line(L2) to Ground
240Vac
120Vac
120Vac
3 phase star 4 wired Line to Neutral (Phase A to Neutral)
Line to Ground (Phase A to Ground)
Ground to Neutral
240Vac
240Vac
<0.5Vrms
High-leg Delta
(3 phase delta)
Line to Neutral (Phase B to Neutral)
Line to Ground
Ground to Neutral (Phase B to Ground)
207Vac
207Vac
<0.5Vrms
208 Wye Line to Line (Phase A to Phase B)
Line to Ground (Phase A to Ground)
208Vac
120Vac
7700_0001
L
H1
H2
Safety Ground
Neutral
220Vac

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Figure 5 Split Phase Configuration
Figure 6 3 Phase Star 4 Wired Configuration
Figure 7 High-Leg Delta Configuration
7700_0002
H1
H2
L1
L0
L2
240Vac
120Vac
120Vac
Safety Ground
7700_0003
240Vac 415Vac
415Vac
240Vac
415Vac
240Vac
Phase A
Neutral
Phase C
Phase B
Safety Ground
7700_0004
120Vac
120Vac
High Leg 240Vac
240Vac
240Vac
207Vac
Phase A
Neutral
Phase C
C
A
B
Phase B
Safety Ground

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Figure 8 208 Wye Configuration
Power Plugs and Cords
Figure 9 Main Supply - Instruments Connection without Neutral
For U.S., all Americas (North, Central and South American countries),
Japan, Korea and Taiwan.
The 7700 ICP- MS is supplied with a NEMA L6- 30P twist lock power plug (the
length of the power cord is 4.3m). Customers should provide the power to a
NEMA L6- 30R outlet.
For other countries
The 7700 ICP- MS is supplied with an IEC 60309 power plug (the length of the
power cord is 4.3m). Customers should provide the power to an IEC 60309
outlet.
If this is not compatible with your power receptacle, it is your responsibility to
connect the 7700 ICP- MS power cord safely. This can be done via an industrial
standard locking plug and socket, or directly into a switched distribution panel.
7700_0005
208Vac208Vac
120Vac
208Vac
120Vac
120Vac
C
A
B
Phase A
Neutral
Phase C
Phase B
Safety Ground
7700_0019
7700 ICP-MS
Safety Ground
1L1
200V L2
Power Receptacle
Circuit Breaker
30A (rating)
Power Plug