SPECTRO SPECTROMAXx User manual

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SPECTROMAXx
Stationary metal analyzer
Original operating instructions

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Table of Contents
1Description of instrument ....................................................................................5
1.1 Description .......................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Function .............................................................................................................................. 5
1.3 Overview ............................................................................................................................. 6
1.3.1 Instrument (front) ................................................................................................... 6
1.3.2 Unit (left side) ........................................................................................................ 7
1.3.3 Instrument (right-hand side) .................................................................................. 8
1.3.4 Instrument (back)................................................................................................... 9
1.3.5 Spark stand ......................................................................................................... 10
1.3.6 Spark stand insert................................................................................................ 11
2Safety................................................................................................................12
2.1 User information................................................................................................................ 13
2.2 Intended use ..................................................................................................................... 14
2.2.1 Samples............................................................................................................... 14
2.2.2 Preparing the Sample.......................................................................................... 14
2.2.3 Sample material................................................................................................... 15
2.2.4 Sample weight ..................................................................................................... 16
2.2.5 Spark stand ......................................................................................................... 16
2.2.6 Sample clamp...................................................................................................... 16
2.2.7 Gas supply........................................................................................................... 17
2.3 Prohibited operating conditions ........................................................................................ 17
2.4 Residual risks.................................................................................................................... 18
3Technical data...................................................................................................20
4Transportation/Setting-up .................................................................................22
4.1 Space requirements.......................................................................................................... 23
4.2 Storage ............................................................................................................................. 23
4.3 Gas supply ........................................................................................................................ 24
5Initial start-up ....................................................................................................25
5.1 Preparing the instrument for use ...................................................................................... 25
6Operation ..........................................................................................................26
6.1 Overview of controls ......................................................................................................... 26
6.2 Switching on the instrument.............................................................................................. 27
6.2.1 Argon saving module........................................................................................... 27
6.3 Switching off the instrument.............................................................................................. 28
6.4 Measuring procedure........................................................................................................ 29
6.4.1 Preparing the measuring procedure.................................................................... 30
•iCALising the measuring device (iCAL)............................................................... 31
•Changing the base (multi-base instruments only)............................................... 31
6.4.2 Start the measurement........................................................................................ 32

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7Maintenance..................................................................................................... 33
7.1 Maintenance Reminder ..................................................................................................... 33
7.2 Maintenance schedule ...................................................................................................... 34
7.3 Cleaning the UV optics light inlet window ......................................................................... 35
7.4 Cleaning the UV optics light inlet window ......................................................................... 37
7.5 Cleaning the spark stand .................................................................................................. 40
7.6 Exhaust filter system - Change filter insert ....................................................................... 45
7.7 Exhaust filter system - Inspecting the gas-washing bottle ................................................ 47
7.8 Replacing the filter mats.................................................................................................... 49
7.8.1 Housing of air filter............................................................................................... 49
7.8.2 Optic air filter........................................................................................................ 50
7.9 Replacing the ICALization sample .................................................................................... 51
8Status messages.............................................................................................. 52
9Troubleshooting................................................................................................ 53
9.1 Error messages................................................................................................................. 55
9.2 Diagnosis tool.................................................................................................................... 56
10 Spare parts and consumables.......................................................................... 57
11 De-commissioning............................................................................................ 57
12 Manufacturer address ...................................................................................... 57

Description of instrument
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1 Description of instrument
1.1 Description
Instrument:
SPECTROMAXx
Model:
LMX08
Type/Part No.:
76004144
1.2 Function
Sample material is evaporated by spark discharge inside the unit. In this process,
the released atoms and ions are excited and emit light. This light is directed into
the optical systems and measured using sensors.
Calibration data are already stored in the unit's memory. The measured values are
compared with these data. The measured values are converted into
concentrations and then displayed on the screen.

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1.3 Overview
1.3.1 Instrument (front)
Benchtop instrument Floor instrument
Fig. 1
No. Component No. Component
1 PC data transmission socket 4 Spark stand
2 Argon connection 5 Gas-washing bottle and filter
bottle
3 PC 6 Air filter

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1.3.2 Unit (left side)
Fig. 2
No. Component No. Component
1 Unlocking mechanism for
protective cover
3 On/Off switch
spark excitation
(plasma generator)
2 Display of measuring procedure 4 Sample clamp

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1.3.3 Instrument (right-hand side)
Fig. 3
No. Component No. Component
1 Sample clamp 5 Air optics filter mat
2 Display of measuring procedure 6 Air exit power supply unit
3 On/Off switch
spark excitation
(plasma generator) 7 Access to exhaust filter system
(gas-washing bottle and filter
bottle)
4 Unlocking mechanism for
protective cover

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1.3.4 Instrument (back)
Fig. 4
No. Component No. Component
1 Power connection socket 3 Argon connection
2 PC data transmission connection

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1.3.5 Spark stand
Fig. 5
No. Component No. Component
1 Replaceable window (in the light
channel to the UV optics)
6 Holder for fiber-optics to air optics
2 Clamp (swinging) 7 Locking wheel for contact
3 Contact (movable) 8 Outlet to filter system
4 Spacer 9 Electrode holder
5 Spark stand plate 10 Electrode and spark stand insert
(below the spark stand plate)

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1.3.6 Spark stand insert
Fig. 6
No. Component No. Component
1 Air optics light channel 4 Electrode
2 Spark stand insert 5 Argon outlet
3 UV optics light channel

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2 Safety
Every user of the instrument must have read and understood these operating
instructions. This applies in particular to the safety instructions.
General warning sign!
Warning of hazardous voltage!
Warning! Flammable substances!
Warning! Hot surface!
Warning! Toxic substances!
Warning! Optical radiation!
Warning of hand injury!
Warning! Risk of suffocation!
Notice!
This sign
warns of activities or conditions that may adversely affect the function of
the instrument.
Information
Displays information that is important for the correct and safe use of the
instrument.

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2.1 User information
Non-compliance with the operating and safety instructions may lead to injuries
and can cause a health hazard.
Carefully read the manual and always comply with the safety instructions.
If the instrument is located on an incline and equipped with castors, it can roll
away during operation. Secure the instrument for operation.
Only service personnel authorized by the manufacturer are permitted to
unpack, install, set up, and connect the instrument.
The instrument must only be connected to the power supply with a protective
grounding conductor. The instrument must be operated only in a dry
environment (protection class IP 20, DIN 40050).
Disconnect the power plug before opening the instrument. The instrument is
only completely disconnected from power if the power plug is removed.
Never tamper with the safety devices! If it is suspected that a safety device
does not work properly, shut down the instrument immediately. Please
contact your Service Center.
Compliance with the information labels on the instrument is mandatory.
While operating and maintaining the instrument, compliance with all safety
instructions and accident prevention regulations is mandatory.
Compliance with the relevant safety regulations for the use of auxiliary aids
and operating equipment is mandatory.
Carry out only those maintenance tasks that are described in the chapter
“Maintenance” of the operating instructions. The operating personnel are not
permitted to perform any other maintenance work. Any further maintenance
work (e.g. technical maintenance) or repairs must only be performed by
service personnel authorized by the instrument manufacturer.
Check the protective measures after every technical maintenance or repair
activity. The checking procedure is carried out in accordance with DGUV V3
(German Social Accident Insurance) or an equivalent national regulation.
Compliance with the maintenance schedule specified by the manufacturer
and the recording of all maintenance activities is mandatory. This helps
maintain the operational safety of the instrument.
Only genuine spare parts must be used when repairing the instrument. If
using components other than OME parts, the CE Declaration of Conformity
shall be null and void.

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2.2 Intended use
This instrument analyzes and identifies metals. Only such metals may be analyzed
for which the instrument has been calibrated by the manufacturer or by qualified
technical personnel.
Only the original accessories supplied with the instrument must be used and shall
only be used indoors (laboratory environment).
The instrument is intended for use in the industrial sector. Electromagnetic
interference may occur during the operation of the instrument. In this case, the
manufacturer must be contacted.
2.2.1 Samples
Only dry metal samples must be measured.
Warning! Risk of injury and health hazard!
Risk of injury and health hazard due to pressurized or combustible samples.

Pressurized or flammable samples must not be measured.
2.2.2 Preparing the Sample
Warning! Harmful and toxic substances!
During the preparation of samples, e.g. during the grinding process, toxic vapors
and toxic clouds of dusts may be generated, depending on the sample
material.

When disposing of these dusts, compliance with legal regulations and fire
prevention instructions is mandatory.

The operating company of the spectrometer shall be responsible for
compliance with the limit values of the maximum permissible pollutant
concentrations in the breathing air.

During the preparation, compliance with the safety instructions provided by
the manufacturer of the sample preparation machine is mandatory. Personal
protective equipment must be worn.
When preparing samples that could potentially release toxic substances,
wearing protective goggles and the use of appropriate respiratory protection
equipment is mandatory.

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2.2.3 Sample material
Warning! Toxic substances!
The sparking process produces a black precipitate (metal condensate). The
condensate could be
toxic or flammable, depending on the sample material. Metal
vapors may be generated by sparks of the sample material. Depending on the
sample material, these vapors may be toxic, e.g. if using heavy metals or other
hazardous metals during the test.

Protect
ive gloves and safety goggles must always be worn when cleaning the
spark stand and when cleaning the gas-
washing bottle or the filter bottle. This
also applies when replacing the filter insert. If metals with toxic components
have been sparked off, wearing a breathing mask to prevent the inhalation of
condensate particles is mandatory.

When disposing of the condensate, compliance with legal regulations and fire
prevention instructions is mandatory.

If the samples contain toxic substances, an extraction system must be
installed at the spark stand.

In this case, the gas escaping from the spectrometer's exhaust pipe must be
channeled to the outside of the building.

The installation of an extraction system and the discharge of the exhaust gas
into the open air makes it easier to comply with the maximum permissible
pollutant concentrations in the breathing air below the applicable limit values,
MAK values (Maximale Arbeitsplatzkonzentration: maximum workplace
concentration) or comparable national regulations. Compliance with these
limits is the sole responsibility of the owner of the spectrometer. If samples
with toxic components must be measured, further protective actions such as
wearing breathing protection may be necessary.

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2.2.4 Sample weight
The weight of the sample to be measured must not exceed 15 kg (33 lbs).
2.2.5 Spark stand
The opening of the spark stand plate must be completely covered by the sample
or the respective adapter.
Warning! Optical radiation!
The plasma in the spark stand
generates UV radiation. UV radiation may cause
damage to the eyes or skin.

Use the appropriate sample adapter for samples that are not completely
covered by the spark stand opening.

Take appropriate protective measures (e.g. wear safety goggles) when the
spark stand opening is not fully covered.
2.2.6 Sample clamp
The sample clamp must have contact with the sample (the safety device is
activated).
Warning of hazardous voltage!
The sample clamp provides the contact between the sample and the spark
stand.
There is a risk of suffering an electric shock when handling the sample clamp.

Never tamper with the sample clamp.
Warning of hand injury!
Springs are used to keep the sample clamp in position. However, the clamp may
fold down
unexpectedly. If your hand is caught underneath the clamp, this may
cause injuries.

Never place your hand under the sample clamp.

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2.2.7 Gas supply
Information! Measurement errors!
Impurities in the argon supply cause measuring errors.

Ensure the installation of the argon supply line is free of oil and grease.
Only argon must be used when operating the instrument.
Argon quality (min.) 4.8 (99.998% Ar) with O2<3ppm, N2<10ppm,
H2O<5ppm, kV<1ppm
Argon of higher purity or gas pre-purification is
required for a nitrogen analysis.
The spectrometer requires an argon supply line.
A suitable pressure reducer is required for the argon supply (bottles or liquid gas
tank).
Adjustable output pressure 0 - 10 bar
The argon inlet pressure at the instrument is 4.8 – 5.0 bar (69.6 – 72.5 psi)
2.3 Prohibited operating conditions
Do not operate the instrument if one of the following conditions exists:
If the instrument is faulty or damaged.
If the ambient conditions do not comply with the specification.
If the area where the instrument is used is not a commercial/industrial
premise.

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2.4 Residual risks
This instrument has been manufactured in accordance with the latest state-of-the-
art technology. Residual risks cannot be completely excluded, however.
General warning sign!

The light inlet window of the air optics is located at side of the spark stand.
Protective gloves must be worn to prevent cuts and contact with metal
condensate, which can be toxic, depending on the sparked material.

The instrument is operated with argon. Argon is heavier than air. It can
accumulate in a closed room, especially on the floor or lower-lying areas.
Ensure that adequate ventilation is provided. If necessary, install oxygen
sensors.
Warning of hazardous voltage!
When the instrument is switched on, there is a risk of an electric shock when the
electrode is
touched or when the sample is removed during a measurement.

Never touch the sample while a measurement is in progress.

Avoid any contact with the electrode if the excitation is activated (plasma
generator).

Shut down the plasma generator when working on the spark stand.
Warning! Hot surface!

Contacting the electrode increases the risk of burn injuries. During normal
operation, the electrode will heat up to several hundred degrees.
Never touch the electrode with your bare hands, even after shutting
down the spectrometer. Always use pliers.

A sample can get hot if it is measured several times.
Touch the sample only after it has sufficiently cooled.
Warning! Risk of suffocation!
The instrument is operated with argon. Argon is heavier than air. It can accumulate
in a closed room, especially on the floor or lower
-lying areas.

Ensure that adequate ventilation is provided. If necessary, install oxygen
sensors.

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Information
A high
-voltage pulse ignites the plasma. Subsequently, the burning voltage is
applied to the electrode.
When the instrument is switched on, there is an inherent danger of an electrical
emission during a spark test, especially if the sample is removed during the
measuring process.
For a healthy person, this electrical transmission is of no concern. These are
electromagnetic fields of low intensity. Due to this transmission, the
electromagnetic characteristics of the instrument may be outside the limits of
EN61326-1 in some areas. As a result, interferences of radio transmissions
can occur in the immediate (close) range of the spectrometer. This means, for
example, interference during the reception of radio transmissions is possible
(crackling, image disturbances).
Users of life-sustaining or supporting medical devices (e.g., insulin pumps,
pacemakers, defibrillators, EEG, ECG devices, etc.) should not be affected by
CE-compliant instruments. For this group of operators, however, it is strongly
recommended to contact the manufacturer of the instrument before using the
spectrometer!

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3 Technical data
Description Value
Instrument height Benchtop instrument: 450 mm; 17.7"
Floor instrument: 1350 mm; 53.1"
Instrument width Benchtop instrument: 625 mm; 24.6"
Floor instrument: 625 mm; 24.6"
Instrument depth Benchtop instrument: 750 mm; 29.5"
Floor instrument: 790 mm; 31.1"
Instrument weight Benchtop instrument: approx. 78 kg; ~ 172 lbs
Floor instrument: approx. 132 kg; ~ 291 lbs
Power supply 90 - 253 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Power during measurement 400 VA
Power during stand-by 180 VA
Supply voltage fuse 5 A (slow-blow)
Operating range (permissible ambient
temperature)
10°C – 30°C; 50°F – 86°F
Recommended temperature range to
achieve the specified performance
18°C – 28 °C; 64°F – 82°F
Place of installation Inside of dry, dust-free rooms up to an altitude of
2000 m above sea level, vibration-free (not
subject to impact or vibration load conditions)
Air humidity range 20 – 80%, not condensing
Sound pressure level 55 dB(A)