Analytik Jena PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 User manual

PlasmaQuant PQ 9000
High-Resolution Array ICP OES
Operating manual

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Documentation number: 13-5850-002-23
Edition – May 2014
Implementation of the Technical Documentation:
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Contents
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Contents
1Basic information 7
1.1 User manual notes ..................................................................................................7
1.2 Intended use ...........................................................................................................7
1.3 Warranty and liability...............................................................................................8
2Safety instructions 9
2.1 General notes..........................................................................................................9
2.2 Symbols and signal words used .............................................................................9
2.3 Safety markings on the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 .....................................................9
2.4 Requirements for the operating personnel ...........................................................10
2.5 Safety instructions, transport and commissioning ................................................11
2.6 Safety instructions - operation ..............................................................................11
2.6.1 General .................................................................................................................11
2.6.2 Safety instructions relating to ambient conditions.................................................11
2.6.3 Safety instructions - electrical equipment .............................................................11
2.6.4 Hazards caused by plasma operation ..................................................................12
2.6.5 Behavior in case of ring plasmas ..........................................................................13
2.6.6 Safety instructions relating to the formation of ozone and toxic vapors ...............13
2.6.7 Safety instructions relating to compressed gas containers and systems .............13
2.6.8 Handling of samples, auxiliary and operating materials .......................................14
2.6.9 Safety instructions relating to cleaning and decontamination measures in
case of biological contamination ...........................................................................14
2.6.10 Safety instructions - maintenance and repair .......................................................15
2.7 Behavior during emergencies ...............................................................................15
3Specification 16
3.1 Technical data.......................................................................................................16
3.1.1 PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 data .................................................................................16
3.1.2 Control computer data ..........................................................................................18
3.1.3 Cooling system data .............................................................................................18
3.1.4 Automatic sampler data ........................................................................................18
3.2 Guidelines and standards .....................................................................................19
4Installation conditions 20
4.1 Environmental conditions......................................................................................20
4.2 Energy supply .......................................................................................................20
4.3 Gas supply ............................................................................................................21
4.4 Exhaust unit ..........................................................................................................22
4.5 Recirculating chiller...............................................................................................22
4.6 Device layout and space requirements.................................................................23

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5Function and setup of the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 25
5.1 Physical functional principle of ICP-OES ..............................................................25
5.2 Setup of the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 ....................................................................25
5.3 Automatic sampler ................................................................................................29
6Installation and commissioning 30
6.1 Supply and control connections ............................................................................30
6.2 Connections in the plasma compartment and in the sampling compartment.......33
6.3 Installing the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000....................................................................34
6.4 Connecting the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000................................................................34
6.4.1 Installation of the torch, nebulizer with spray chamber and sample supply .........34
6.4.2 Initial operation of the automatic sampler .............................................................37
7Operation 40
7.1 Switching on the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 and igniting the plasma .......................40
7.2 Switching off the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 .............................................................41
7.3 Using the plasma deactivation switch in the event of faults .................................42
7.4 Starting a measurement routine............................................................................42
8Maintenance and care 44
8.1 Maintenance intervals ...........................................................................................45
8.2 Base device maintenance.....................................................................................46
8.2.1 Cleaning the demountable torch ...........................................................................46
8.2.2 Replacing the torch body ......................................................................................48
8.2.3 Cleaning the one-piece torch ................................................................................50
8.2.4 Cleaning the nebulizer ..........................................................................................52
8.2.5 Cleaning the sampling compartment and the plasma compartment ....................53
8.2.6 Replacing pump hoses .........................................................................................53
8.2.7 Changing the plasma compartment windows .......................................................53
8.2.8 Checking the gas system for leaks .......................................................................56
8.2.9 Changing fuses .....................................................................................................57
8.2.10 Replacing the air filter of the PQ 9000 ..................................................................58
8.3 Maintenance of the automatic sampler.................................................................59
8.3.1 Replacing the cannula and the sample hose........................................................59
8.3.2 Replacing the pump hose .....................................................................................59
8.3.3 Clean-up after cup overflow ..................................................................................60
8.3.4 Replacing the fuses ..............................................................................................60
8.4 Maintenance of the recirculating chiller ................................................................61
8.4.1 Cleaning the dust filter ..........................................................................................61
8.4.2 Cleaning the foam sieve .......................................................................................61
8.4.3 Changing the cooling water ..................................................................................61

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9Fault removal 63
9.1 Fault removal ........................................................................................................63
9.2 Equipment faults and analytical problems ............................................................66
10 Transport and storage 70
10.1 Preparing the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 for transport..............................................70
10.2 Ambient conditions for transport and storage .......................................................71
10.3 Recommissioning after transport or storage.........................................................71
10.4 Installing the recirculating chiller ...........................................................................72
11 Index 73

Figures
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Figures
Figure 1 Dimensions of the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 - front view..................................... 24
Figure 2 Dimensions of the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 - top view ....................................... 24
Figure 3 Sampling compartment and plasma compartment in the
PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 ...................................................................................... 26
Figure 4 Concentric nebulizer and spray chamber ......................................................... 27
Figure 5 Schematic structure of the torch with gas flows .............................................. 27
Figure 6 Demountable torch ........................................................................................... 28
Figure 7 One-piece torch................................................................................................. 28
Figure 8 Automatic sampler............................................................................................ 29
Figure 9 Overview of connections on the left side of the device.................................... 30
Figure 10 Interfaces and fuses on the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000.......................................... 31
Figure 11 Connections for cooling water and gases ......................................................... 31
Figure 12 Plug-in connectors for gas connections ............................................................ 31
Figure 13 Ventilation openings and air filter on the rear of the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000.. 32
Figure 14 Data on the type plate ...................................................................................... 32
Figure 15 Serial number of the device in the plasma compartment ................................ 32
Figure 16 Plasma compartment ........................................................................................ 33
Figure 17 Sampling compartment with torch holder, spray chamber, nebulizer and
hose pump......................................................................................................... 33
Figure 18 Automatic sampler - overview .......................................................................... 37
Figure 19 Connections on the right side of the automatic sampler ................................. 37
Figure 20 Nebulizer cleaning tool with installed nebulizer............................................... 52
Figure 21 Plug-in connectors for gas connections ............................................................ 56
Figure 22 Gas distribution during pure argon operation .................................................. 57
Figure 23 Automatic sampler cannula and sample hose dismantled ............................... 59
Figure24 Automatic sampler pump.................................................................................. 60

Summaries
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Summaries
Summary 1 Environmental conditions for operation........................................................... 20
Summary 2 Power supply..................................................................................................... 21
Summary 3 Gas supply ......................................................................................................... 21
Summary 4 Exhaust unit requirements................................................................................ 22
Summary 5 Cooling circuit requirements............................................................................. 22

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Basic information
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1 Basic information
1.1 User manual notes
The PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 is intended for operation by qualified specialist personnel observing
this user manual.
The user manual informs about the design and function of the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 and
provides the necessary know-how for the safe handling of the device and its components to
personnel familiar with analysis. The user manual further includes notes on the maintenance
and service of the equipment and potential causes and remedies of any faults.
Conventions
Instructions for actions which occur in chronological order are numbered and combined in
action units.
Lists which are not in chronological order are shown as itemized lists, sub-listings as bullet
points.
Safety notes are indicated by pictogaphs and signal words. The type and source of the danger
are stated together with notes on preventing the danger. The meaning of the pictographs and
signal words used is explained in the chapter "Safety notes".
The elements of the control and analysis program are indicated as follows:
Program terms are identified with SMALL CAPS (e.g., Menu FILE).
Buttons are shown by square brackets (e.g., [OK] button)
Menu items are separated by arrows (e.g., FILE OPEN).
1.2 Intended use
The ICP Emission Spectrometer (ICP-OES) PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 is used in a chemical
analysis laboratory for the analysis of liquid - mainly aqueous - samples to determine the
concentrations of up to 75 elements up to the trace range.
The PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 may only be used for the measurement solutions described in this
user manual. Additional modules also allow for the analysis of gaseous substances or solids
(e.g., laser ablation). Any other use is not as intended! The operator is exclusively liable for any
damages as a result.
The PlasmaQuant PQ is not suitable for solutions containing hydrofluoric acid if the nebulizer or
spray chamber are made of glass or quartz. Use hydrofluoric acid-resistant components for this
purpose. Special provisions must be made for operations involving organic solvents. In addition
to apparatus-related and methodical aspects, fire and health protection for the particular organic
solvent must be observed here.

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1.3 Warranty and liability
The warranty and liability periods comply with the legal requirements and the provisions in the
General Terms and Conditions of Analytik Jena AG.
Deviations from the intended use described in this user manual will result in limitations of
warranty and liability in the event of damage. Damage to wearing parts or breakage of glass are
not included in the warranty.
Warranty and liability claims are excluded for personal injury and property damage if resulting
from one or several of the following causes:
use of the PlasmaQuant PQ 9000 other than intended
improper commissioning, operation and servicing of the device
modifications to the equipment without prior consultation with Analytik Jena AG
operation of the device with faulty safety equipment or improperly fitted safety and
protection equipment
inadequate monitoring of the equipment components subject to wear
use of other than original spare parts, wearing parts or consumables
improper repairs
faults due to the non-observance of this user manual