Thermo Scientific Nicolet Summit OA User manual

Nicolet Summit OA
FTIR Spectrometer
USERGUIDE
269-346500 Revision B April 2021
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Contents
Welcome 1
Conventions Used 2
Ordering Parts 3
Contacting Us 3
Get Started with Your Nicolet Summit OA Spectrometer 5
Before Your Summit Spectrometer Arrives 6
Personal Safety with the Summit Spectrometer 9
Unpack and Get Started with the Spectrometer 15
Back up and Recover Your Data 19
Install a USB Wireless Adapter 25
Understand the Spectrometer LightBar 27
View Your Data with the OMNIC Anywhere App 30
Options and Accessories 31
Install and Maintain a Purge Kit 32
Maintenance 43
Maintenance Schedule for the Summit Spectrometer 44
Align the Spectrometer Optics 46
Calibrate the Laser Frequency 47
Clean the Instrument and Crystal 48
Remove and Replace the Crystal Plate 50
Replace the Cover 52
Replace the Desiccant 56
Replace the Source 62

Welcome
The Thermo Scientific Nicolet Summit OA Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) spectrometer lets you
perform chemical analyses of sample materials by collecting data in the mid-IR spectral range. The
system has integrated verification features, a powerful software suite, and many other features that
make data collection easy. You can install optional hardware and perform several service and
maintenance procedures yourself. This document, or other provided documentation, contains the
information you need.
Be sure to read the safety guide that came with the system before operating the instrument.
Note We recommend that you maintain seal and desiccation and/or purge your instrument at all
times. Equipment damage due to failure to maintain seal and desiccation and/or purge is not
covered by the warranty. If you have questions about this requirement, please contact us.
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Chapter 1

Welcome
Conventions Used
Safety precautions and other important information use the following format:
DANGER
Avoid hazard. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in serious injury or death.
WARNING
Avoid hazard. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Avoid hazard. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
Follow instructions with this label to avoid damaging the system hardware or losing data.
Note Contains helpful supplementary information.
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Ordering Parts
To order parts, contact us.
If you need to send the instrument or an accessory to us for repair, call or e-mail us first for any
shipping requirements or other instructions.
Contacting Us
For Technical Support, please contact: www.thermofisher.com
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Get Started with Your Nicolet
Summit OA Spectrometer
To get started with your new Nicolet Summit OA Spectrometer, review the site and safety
requirements before the instrument arrives, unpack and setup the instrument, and connect any
additional accessories.
Before Your Summit Spectrometer Arrives 6
Personal Safety with the Summit Spectrometer 9
Unpack and Get Started with the Spectrometer 15
Back up and Recover Your Data 19
Install a USB Wireless Adapter 25
Understand the Spectrometer LightBar 27
View Your Data with the OMNIC Anywhere App 30
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Chapter 2

Get Started with Your Nicolet Summit OA Spectrometer
Before Your Summit Spectrometer Arrives
Prepare a suitable workspace for your spectrometer before it arrives to ensure the most accurate
data and the best long-term performance.
This article explains what to do when your spectrometer arrives and introduces environmental and
electrical factors that can influence your spectrometer’s performance. For a more comprehensive
explanation of these requirements, see the Site and Safety Information for the spectrometer.
Unpacking the Spectrometer
Before you open the box, there are two important steps to take as soon as the instrument arrives:
lCheck the exterior of the shipping box for damage
If you notice any signs of damage, contact us or your local distributor for instructions.
lAllow the spectrometer to come to room temperature
Inside the shipping box, the spectrometer is sealed in a plastic bag to keep it dry. You must allow
24 hours for the spectrometer to reach room temperature before you open the bag. If you
open the bag before the spectrometer is warmed up, condensation could form that could damage
internal optical components and cause permanent damage.
The warranty will not cover damage due to improper moving techniques or removing the sealed
plastic bag before the instrument has come to room temperature.
Preparing the Workspace
Before your instrument arrives, make sure your workspace will be able to properly support the
spectrometer. In addition to allowing enough room for the spectrometer, consider several
environmental and electrical requirements.
Spectrometer Dimensions
The Summit spectrometer requires a fairly small space, but make sure you also leave room around
the instrument so that heat can dissipate from the vents and so that you can easily access the
instrument’s ports, power , and cables.
lSummit instrument weight: 12.6 Kg (27.8 lbs)
lDimensions (W x H x D): 34 cm x 24 cm x 32 cm; (13.3 in. x 9.6 in. x 12.7 in.)
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Environmental Factors
The Summit spectrometer is a robust instrument designed to be used in many environments.
However, for best performance, keep it in a relatively dust-free and low-humidity environment. The
spectrometer operates reliably at temperatures between 15 and 35 °C, but for optimal performance
should be kept between 20 and 22 °C.
Humidity can cause condensation to form inside the instrument, which could damage internal
components. A few precautions can typically protect your instrument from humidity:
lMaintain the instrument’s desiccant, including while the instrument is in storage.
lAvoid rapid changes in temperature.
nKeep the instrument away from sources of cool or hot air, such as near heating and air con-
ditioning vents or large windows.
If your spectrometer will be kept in an especially humid environment, consider installing a purge gas
kit.
Electrical Requirements
Power supplied to the spectrometer must be from dedicated, uninterrupted sources and free from the
following issues:
lVoltage dropouts
lTransient spikes
lFrequency shifts
lOther line disturbances
If you suspect problems with your power, we recommend a power quality audit. Contact us or your
local electrical authority for more information.
Electrical Service Specifications
The following table lists specifications for electrical service. Contact our service representative in
your area if you have questions about the requirements.
Requirements Specification
Input Current 1.5 A Max
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