Agilent Technologies Cary 600 Series User manual

Agilent Cary
600 Series FTIR
Spectrometers and
Microscopes
User’s Guide

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Contents
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Contents
1. Safety Practices and Hazards 7
General 8
Ultraviolet radiation 8
Cryogenic cooling 8
Compressed gas cylinders 9
Storage 10
Electrical hazards 10
Laser safety 11
Labeling 12
Laser aperture locations 14
Other precautions 14
Warning and caution messages 15
Information symbols 16
Color coding 17
CE compliance 18
Electromagnetic compatibility 18
EN55011/CISPR11 18
ICES/NMB-001 19
2. Introduction 21
Specifications 21
Environmental 22
Fuses 22

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Purge gas 23
Laser 23
Liquid nitrogen 24
Installation requirements 25
Training 25
Documentation 26
Conventions 26
3. Unpacking and Installation 27
Unpacking 27
Installing the software 28
Spectrometer and microscope connections 28
Spectrometer 28
Microscope 31
Connecting the motorized stage cables 32
Programming accessories for hardware recognition 34
4. Operation 35
Lights 36
Turning on the system and filling the Dewar 36
Spectrometer 36
Microscope 38
Performing a collect 40
Spectrometer 40
Microscope 40
Accessing the Help 41
Turning off the system 42

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5. Maintenance 43
Routine 46
Cleaning 46
Spare parts 46
6. Troubleshooting 47

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1. Safety Practices and Hazards
General 8
Ultraviolet radiation 8
Cryogenic cooling 8
Compressed gas cylinders 9
Electrical hazards 10
Laser safety 11
Other precautions 14
Warning and caution messages 15
Information symbols 16
Color coding 17
CE compliance 18
Electromagnetic compatibility 18
Your Agilent Cary 600 Series FTIR spectrometers, microscopes and
accessories have been carefully designed so that when used properly
you have an accurate, fast, flexible and safe analytical system. Unless
specified otherwise, this manual covers the Agilent Cary 660, 670,
680 Spectrometers and the Agilent Cary 610 FTIR Microscope.
If you have purchased an Agilent Cary 620 FTIR microscope, see the
Agilent Cary 620 FTIR Microscope User’s Guide.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
Information about safety practices appears throughout the
documentation (both hard copy and online) provided with your
instrument and accessories. Before using the instrument or
accessories, you must thoroughly read these safety practices.
Observe all relevant safety practices at all times.

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General
Operation of an Agilent Cary 600 Series FTIR spectrometer and
microscope involves the use of compressed gases, high voltage
energy, and hazardous materials including liquid nitrogen, tungsten
halogen source lamps that emit ultraviolet radiation and a helium-
neon laser operating in the visible region at 632.8 nanometers. The
instrument is rated at Class II (USA) or Class 2 (European). Careless,
improper or unskilled use of this spectrometer or microscope can
cause death or serious injury to personnel, and/or severe damage to
equipment and property. You may choose to wear personal
protective equipment, such as optical safety glasses, but this is not
required for this instrument.
The spectrometer incorporates interlocks and covers that are
designed to prevent inadvertent contact with any potential hazards.
If the instrument is used in any manner not specified by Agilent, this
protection may be impaired. Develop safe working habits that do not
depend upon the correct operation of the interlocks for safe
operation. Do not bypass any interlock or cover.
These safety practices are provided to help you operate the
instrument safely. Read each safety topic thoroughly before
attempting to operate the instrument and always operate the
spectrometer and microscope in accordance with these safety
practices.
Ultraviolet radiation
Tungsten halogen source lamps (for near-infrared analysis) emit
hazardous ultraviolet (UV) radiation. This radiation can cause
serious damage to eyes. NEVER look directly at the lamp and always
wear appropriate protective equipment and clothing when required.
Cryogenic cooling
Some detectors used with your Agilent Cary 600 Series FTIR
instrument (MCT or InSb detectors) are cryogenically-cooled. The
liquid nitrogen used in this process is extremely cold (-196 °C,
-320.8 °F) and can cause damage to the human body. Use appropriate
protective equipment when working with liquid nitrogen.

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Compressed gas cylinders
Consult the Agilent Cary 600 Series FTIR Site Preparation Guide for
gas pressure requirements. Compressed gas cylinders contain highly
pressurized gas. If storage conditions are outside of the
recommended supplier’s safety codes, the cylinders can explode or
rapidly release gas into the environment. This may result in injury or
death.
Store and handle compressed gases carefully and in strict
adherence to safety codes.
Secure cylinders to an immovable structure or wall.
Store and move cylinders in an upright, vertical position. Before
transport, remove regulators and install cylinder cap.
Store cylinders in a well-ventilated area away from heat, direct
sunshine, freezing temperatures, and ignition sources.
Clearly mark cylinders so there is no doubt as to their contents.
Use only approved regulators and connections.
Use only connector tubing that is chromatographically clean and
has a pressure rating significantly greater than the highest outlet
pressure from the regulator.

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Storage
Cylinders containing gas under pressure should be firmly secured to
a rigid structure, and the storage area must be adequately ventilated.
Never locate gas cylinders near a source of ignition, or in a position
that is subject to direct heat. Gas storage cylinders often incorporate
a pressure release device which will discharge the gas at a
predetermined temperature, usually around 52 °C (125 °F).
If gases are to be plumbed from a remote storage area to the
instrument site, ensure that the local outlets are fitted with stop
valves, pressure gauges and suitable regulators which are easily
accessible to the instrument operator. The gas outlets must be
provided within 1.5 meters (5 feet) of the instrument. Bottled
nitrogen should not be used for purged systems as the rate of
consumption (about one bottle per day) makes it impractical.
Electrical hazards
The Agilent Cary 600 Series FTIR spectrometers, microscopes and
some accessories contain electrical circuits, devices, and components
operating at dangerous voltages. Contact with these circuits, devices
and components can cause death, serious injury, or painful electrical
shock.
Good grounding/earthing is essential to avoid a potentially serious
electric shock hazard. Ensure that there is an integral ground
connection between the metal base of the instrument and accessories
and the 3 pin earth-grounded receptacle. Consult the manuals or
product labels supplied with your computer, monitor and printer for
the relevant grounding requirements.
NOTE The above model is Equipment Class I.
Application of the wrong supply voltage can create a fire hazard and
a potentially serious shock hazard, and could seriously damage the
Cary 600 Series FTIR system, accessories and any attached ancillary
equipment. The Cary 600 Series FTIR instruments have a universal
power supply that adapts to the supply voltage. However, care must
be taken to ensure that the correct voltage is used.

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Consult the manuals supplied with your computer, monitor and
printer for their specific voltage requirements.
Replace blown fuses with fuses of the size and rating as stipulated in
the text adjacent to the fuse holder or in the manuals where listed.
Do NOT use power cords with faulty or frayed insulation.
CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified in this manual, may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Laser safety
The Agilent Cary 600 Series FTIR spectrometers use a helium-neon
laser operating in the visible region at 632.8 nanometers. The
spectrometer is a Class 2 laser product, powerful enough to warrant
caution in its use. Agilent Cary 600 Series FTIR spectrometers and
microscopes comply with FDA and CE standards for light emitting
products.
An attenuated portion of the laser beam passes into and through the
spectrometer sample compartment. Although not powerful enough to
harm your skin should your hand intercept it, the laser light could
cause retinal (eye) damage during prolonged direct viewing. This is
not possible given the normal optical layout of the spectrometer.
However, if a highly reflective surface such as a mirror is allowed to
intercept the beam, the beam could be redirected out of the sample
compartment resulting in on-axis or direct viewing. Care must be
taken to avoid this.
The laser in the spectrometer is operating when the green power
indicator of the spectrometer is active. The Agilent Cary 600 Series
FTIR spectrometers incorporate an interlock switch that
automatically turns off power to the laser if the interferometer
compartment cover is opened.
No maintenance of the spectrometer or microscope by users is
required to maintain specifications, proper operation, and
compliance with FDA and CE standards for light-emitting products.

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Labeling
Laser safety labels are located on the rear of the Agilent Cary 600
Series FTIR spectrometer and underneath the top cover.
Figure 1. Laser safety label locations on the rear of the Agilent Cary 600 Series
FTIR spectrometer
The laser safety warning just above the Purge and Air Bearing
connections states ‘Laser radiation. Do not stare into beam. Class 2
laser product. (IEC 60825-1/2007). Max. output: 1 mW/600-700 nm. If
the spectrometer is purchased where a local language is supported,
the localized warning will be present next to, or near, the English
version.
Under top cover
The following image shows the laser safety warning located on the
top of, and underneath, the interferometer compartment cover.

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Figure 2. Laser safety warning located on top of internal compartment cover
Near apertures
The following image shows the laser safety warning located near all
apertures on both the Agilent Cary 600 FTIR Series instruments and
microscopes.
Figure 3. Laser safety warning located near apertures

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Laser aperture locations
WARNING
Laser Hazard
Avoid exposure – laser light may be emitted from this aperture. The laser
light could cause retinal (eye) damage if prolonged direct viewing occurs.
This is a Class 2 laser product. It is not powerful enough to harm your skin
should your hand intercept it.
The optical design of the 600 Series spectrometer and the 610 FTIR
microscope normally precludes this. Always wear appropriate safety
equipment and clothing.
Figure 4. Laser aperture locations on the spectrometer (indicated by the circles
on the image) and microscope
Other precautions
Infrared sources operate at high temperatures, which may burn you.
Before replacing a source element that has been lit, switch off the
instrument and ensure that the source has adequately cooled.
Aperture located directly
on the opposite side of the
microscope from the laser
signal input from the
spectrometer.
Laser signal input from
the spectrometer

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Do not block the ventilation grills on the instrument and accessories.
Consult the manuals supplied with your computer, monitor and
printer for their specific ventilation requirements.
Use of the Agilent Cary 600 Series FTIR system and accessories may
involve materials, solvents and solutions which are flammable,
corrosive, toxic or otherwise hazardous.
Careless, improper, or unskilled use of such materials, solvents and
solutions can create explosion hazards, fire hazards, toxicity and
other hazards which can result in death, serious personal injury, and
damage to equipment and property.
Always ensure that laboratory safety practices governing the use,
handling and disposal of such materials are strictly observed. These
safety practices should include the wearing of appropriate safety
clothing and safety glasses.
Use only spare parts from Agilent with your instrument.
Warning and caution messages
Carefully read all warnings and cautions and observe them at all
times.
A Warning message is used in the text when failure to observe
instructions or precautions could result in death or injury. Warnings
have the following format:
WARNING
Hazard Type
Nature of the hazard, information on how to avoid the hazard, and possible
consequences if you don’t.
The triangular symbols that appear in conjunction with warnings are
outlined in the next section.
A Caution message is used when failure to observe instructions could
result in damage to equipment (Agilent-supplied and/or other
associated equipment). Cautions have the following format:

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CAUTION
Caution information appears here.
Information symbols
The following triangular symbols appear in conjunction with
warnings on the spectrometer and associated documentation. The
hazard they depict is shown below each symbol:
Electrical shock Extreme cold Eye hazard
Heavy weight
(danger to feet)
Heavy weight
(danger to hands)
Hot surface
Laser hazard
The following symbol may be used on warning labels attached to the
instrument. When you see this symbol, refer to the relevant operation
or service manual for the correct procedure referred to by that
warning label.

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The following symbols also appear on the instrument or in the
documentation:
IMains power on
0Mains power off
Fuse
Single phase alternating current
Direct current
When attached to the rear of the instrument, indicates that the
product complies with the requirements of one or more EU
directives
When attached to the rear of the product, indicates that the product
has been certified (evaluated) to CSA 61010.1 and UL 61010-1.
Color coding
The various indicator lights appearing on Agilent instruments and
associated accessories are color-coded to represent the status of the
instrument or accessory.
 A green light indicates the instrument is in normal or standby
mode.
 A yellow light indicates that the instrument needs attention.
 A blue light indicates that operator intervention is required.

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CE compliance
Agilent Cary 600 Series FTIR spectrometers and microscopes have
been designed to comply with the requirements of the
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive and the Low Voltage
(electrical safety) Directive (commonly referred to as the LVD) of the
European Union. Agilent has confirmed that each product complies
with the relevant directives by testing a prototype against the
prescribed EN (European Norm) standards.
Proof that a product complies with the directives is indicated by:
The CE marking appearing on the rear of the product.
The documentation package that accompanies the product,
containing a copy of the Declaration of Conformity. This
declaration is the legal declaration by Agilent that the product
complies with the directives and also shows the EN standards to
which the product was tested to demonstrate compliance.
Electromagnetic compatibility
EN55011/CISPR11
Group 1 ISM equipment: group 1 contains all ISM equipment in
whichthere is intentionally generated and/or used conductively
coupled radio- frequency energy which is necessary for the internal
functioning of the equipment itself.
Class A equipment is equipment suitable for use in all
establishments other than domestic and those directly connected to a
low voltage power supply network which supplies buildings used for
domestic purposes.
This device complies with the requirements of CISPR11, Group 1,
Class A as radiation professional equipment. Therefore, there may be
potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in
other environments, due to conducted as well as radiated
disturbances.

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Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1This device may not cause harmful interference.
2This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try one or more of
the following measures:
1Relocate the radio or antenna.
2Move the device away from the radio or television.
3Plug the device into a different electrical outlet, so that the device
and the radio or television are on separate electrical circuits.
4Make sure that all peripheral devices are also certified.
5Make sure that appropriate cables are used to connect the device
to peripheral equipment.
6Consult your equipment dealer, Agilent Technologies, or an
experienced technician for assistance.
7Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Agilent
Technologies could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
ICES/NMB-001
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES- 001.
Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme NMB-001 du Canada.

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