Shimadzu IonFocus User manual

225-41675A
Jun. 2022
Atmospheric Pressure Ionization Interface
IonFocus™ Unit
Instruction Manual
Read this manual thoroughly before you use the product.
Keep this manual for future reference.

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Read this Instruction Manual thoroughly before using
the product.
Thank you for purchasing this product.
This manual describes the installation, operation, usage cautions, accessories and options
for this product. Read this manual thoroughly before using the product and operate the
product in accordance with the instructions in this manual.
Keep this manual for future reference.
IMPORTANT
• If the user or usage location changes, ensure that this Instruction Manual is always
kept together with the product.
•If this manual or a product warning label is lost or damaged, immediately contact
your Shimadzu representative to request a replacement.
•To ensure safe operation, read all Safety Instructions before using the product.
•To ensure safe operation, contact your Shimadzu representative if product
installation, adjustment, re-installation (after the product is moved) or repairment
is required.
Notice
• Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent
a commitment on the part of the vendor.
• Any errors or omissions which may have occurred in this manual despite the utmost
care taken in its production will be corrected as soon as possible, although not
necessarily immediately after detection.
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• Note that Shimadzu will not be responsible for any damage resulting from operation
of the product in accordance with this Instruction Manual.
• Note that Shimadzu will not be responsible for the results of operating the product.
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Original version is approved in English.
Introduction
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Indications Used in This Manual
Precaution symbols are indicated using the following conventions:
Indication Meaning
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in serious injury or possibly death.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor to moderate injury or equipment
damage.
Emphasizes additional information that is provided to ensure
the proper use of this product.
The following symbols are used in this manual:
Indication Meaning
Indicates an action that must not be performed.
Indicates an action that must be performed.
Indicates information provided to improve product performance.
Indicates the location of related reference information.
[ ]
Indicates buttons, menu items, settings, screens and windows,
icon names, and other text displayed on-screen.
Example: Click [OK].
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Safety Instructions
To ensure safe product operation, read these important safety instructions carefully
before use and follow all precaution instructions given in this section.
Also, refer to “Safety Instructions” of “LCMS Instruction Manual”.
nProduct Applications
Do NOT use the product for purposes other than those specified.
This product is an ionization unit for high performance liquid chromatograph
mass spectrometers.
Using it for an unspecified purpose may result in an accident.
This product (including accessories) is manufactured for measuring and
industrial purposes, and not suitable for household usage.
Safety regulations and standards
For notifications on installation and safety controls, follow the necessary
procedures in compliance with the laws and regulations applicable in the
country where the product is used.
nOperation
Provide electrostatic protection.
Take thorough measures to prevent
buildup of static electricity. Static electricity
could result in fire or explosion.
"Static Electricity Precautions"
P.vi
Wear protective goggles and protective
gloves.
Always wear protective gloves and
protective goggles when handling solvents
and samples. If solvent gets into the eyes,
blindness could result. Should solvent get
into the eyes, flush immediately with large
amounts of water and get medical
attention.
Always wear protective gloves when
handling any toxic or biologically infectious
samples.
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Safety Instructions