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- Page 1 Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i /7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide...
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Page 2: Safety Notices
DFAR 252.227-7014 (June 1995), or as a “commercial item” as defined in FAR 2.101(a) or as “Restricted computer software” as defined in FAR 52.227-19 (June 1987) or any equivalent agency regulation or Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Information symbols Color coding CE compliance Electromagnetic compatibility EN55011/CISPR11 ICES/NMB-001 South Korean Class A EMC declaration 2. Introduction Installation requirements Documentation Conventions Specifications Electrical Connections 3. Installation Starting the software Software Status Bulletin GPIB communications Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... - Page 4 Solid sample holder (Cary 4000/5000/6000i/7000 only) Installing the base plate Installing other accessories Nitrogen purging Cary 100/300 Cary 4000/5000/6000i/7000 Removing the sample compartment base Cary 100/300 Cary 4000/5000/6000i/7000 4. Maintenance Cleaning Source lamps Fuses Spare Parts Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide...
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Page 5: Safety Practices And Hazards
Information on safety practices appears throughout the documentation (both printed 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. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 6: Verifying Safe State
The mercury lamp is fitted as standard in the Cary 4000/5000/6000i/7000. NOTE Electrical hazards The Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 instruments 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. - Page 7 Do not connect the spectrophotometer or accessories to the mains power supply until you have made sure that the slide switch(es) (Cary 100/300 only) at the rear of these are correctly set for the mains power supply in the specific outlet in your laboratory to which the equipment will be connected.
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Page 8: Other Precautions
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. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 9: Information Symbols
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. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 10: Color Coding
A green light indicates the instrument is in normal/standby condition. An orange light indicates that a potential hazard is present. A blue light indicates that operator intervention is required. A red light warns of danger or an emergency. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 11: Ce Compliance
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. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 12: Ices/Nmb-001
Make sure that all peripheral devices are also certified. Make sure that appropriate cables are used to connect the device to peripheral equipment. Consult your equipment dealer, Agilent Technologies, or an experienced technician for assistance. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Agilent Technologies could void the user’s authority to operate the... -
Page 13: Introduction
If you misplace your copy, you can obtain a replacement from your local Agilent office. Documentation You have been provided with the following documentation to help you set up and operate your Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 system: This user’s guide, with safety practices and hazards information, ... -
Page 14: Conventions
15-pin D-range connector with 2 high voltage pins: -1000 VDC, +125 VDC (Cary 4000/5000/7000), +85 VDC (Cary 6000i), -1150 VDC, 125 VDC (Cary 100/300) When the Accessory Controller Board is fitted in the Cary 100/300 and for all Cary 4000/5000/6000i/7000 instruments: Three connectors for accessories in the sample compartment ... - Page 15 There is no separate Accessory Controller Board for the Cary NOTE 4000/5000/6000i/7000. This functionality is part of the standard instrument. For more information, refer to the Accessory Controller Board operation manual, NOTE in the Help. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide...
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Page 17: Installation
Your Cary will be installed by an Agilent-trained and certified representative. The ‘Preparation’ and ‘Software installation on a new computer’ sections and the ‘GPIB communications card’ section are provided for your information in case you move the instrument, or are using a new computer. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 18: Starting The Software
If your computer is not connected to the internet, refer to the Software NOTE Registration Help for further information. The application will now open, and you can collect your data. To familiarize yourself with the Cary WinUV software, browse the Help after installing the software. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 19: Software Status Bulletin
Ensure that the Cary WinUV software has been installed. Refer to Page 17. NOTE Turn off the computer. Connect one end of the converter to the instrument and the other end to the USB connection on the back of the computer. Turn on the computer. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 20: Pci-Gpib
Remove the cover, following the instructions in the manual provided with the computer. Attach one end of the ESD strap to a bare metal part of the computer chassis and wrap the other end around your wrist. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... - Page 21 Remove the card from its static-shielded packaging. Do not touch the gold edge connectors. Press the card firmly into the empty computer slot. The gold edge connectors should slide firmly into the matching sockets of the computer slot. Secure the card with the screw. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide...
- Page 22 Connect the computer to the mains power 10 Turn on the computer. Locate the PC keyboard and mouse for ergonomically correct access. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide...
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Page 23: Setting Up The Instrument
Power Requirements Power requirements are detailed in your Cary Site Preparation Guide, and in the ‘Specifications’ section on Page 14. Thoroughly read this information before connecting the Cary system to the power supply. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 24: Turning On The System
Before connecting the instrument to the power supply, ensure both the instrument and the power supply are turned OFF, and that the voltage selector switches on the instrument rear panel (Cary 100/300 only) are set to the correct mains power supply voltage (refer to the table on the rear panel of the instrument). -
Page 25: Instrument Performance Tests
Before the solid sample or single sample holders can be installed into the Cary 4000/5000/6000i/7000 instrument, they must be mounted onto the base plate. The base plate is then installed into the instrument using the LockDown mechanism (see Page 34). Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 26: Cell Holders
Installation Cell holders Cary 100/300 The Cary 100/300 comes with a cell holder base and two single cell holders. These are shipped installed in the sample compartment; however, if removed, they can be reinstalled. To reinstall the cell holder base and cell holders: Open the sample compartment lid and remove the front panel. - Page 27 If you are operating in reverse mode, the sample position is at the rear. Figure 3. Cell holder base 1) Adjusting screws 2) Locating screws 3) Notched pillar 4) Locknuts Tighten the two locating screws using the 1/8 inch hexagonal balldriver. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide...
- Page 28 The beam should be centered on the aperture of the cell holder. Figure 4. Single cell holder aperture. The thatched area in the middle shows the beam image Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide...
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Page 29: Solid Sample Holder (Cary 4000/5000/6000I/7000 Only)
Figure 5. Solid sample slide showing V-holder (1) and spacer (1a) Alternatively, you can attach a locking plate to a solid sample slide using the two 40 millimeter pins, as shown in Figure 6. This arrangement is suitable for large samples. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... - Page 30 You may find it more convenient to have a set of optical rails and solid sample holders permanently installed onto a base plate. You can then simply install and remove the base plate as required. Figure 7. Optical rails showing the locating screw (3a), notch (3b) and adjustment screw (3c) Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide...
- Page 31 This minimizes scattering of the light beam. You must now install the base plate into the sample compartment (see Page 34) and then align the accessory (see the next section). Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide...
- Page 32 Agilent. Alternatively, you can buy a variable pathlength cell holder (see Figure 9) available from Agilent. This will slot into your solid sample holder base. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide...
- Page 33 Figure 10. Aligning the sample in the sample compartment. Left: Sample compartment from above. The dotted line indicates the middle of the compartment. Right: Middle of the sample compartment when viewed from the side Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide...
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Page 34: Installing The Base Plate
Some accessories will plug into the electrical connectors inside the sample compartment. One of these connectors carries a high voltage for the diffuse reflectance accessory (DRA) detectors. This connector should only be used with the Agilent Internal and External DRA's. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 35: Nitrogen Purging
Installation Nitrogen purging Cary 100/300 The sample compartment of the Cary 100/300 can be nitrogen purged if the Extended Sample Compartment is fitted. The nitrogen supply should be attached to the inlet tubes beneath the Extended Sample Compartment. Refer to the Extended Sample Compartment operating instructions in the Help for further information. - Page 36 1) Instrument 2) Sample compartment 3) Tubing 4) Flowmeters 5) Shut-off valves 6) Manifold 7) Pressure regulator 8) Nitrogen control valve Procedure You may need to purge the instrument with nitrogen under the following circumstances: Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide...
- Page 37 NOTE through the sample compartment. You can gauge the success of purging by scanning for oxygen in the UV-Vis NOTE region and by scanning for water vapor in the NIR region (Cary 5000/6000i /7000 only). Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide...
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Page 38: Removing The Sample Compartment Base
Removing the sample compartment base Cary 100/300 The Cary 100/300 has a rectangular base plate in the sample compartment to protect the connectors from spills. You will need to remove this plate when you install an accessory that plugs into one of the sockets underneath the sample compartment. -
Page 39: Maintenance
Only Agilent-trained, Agilent-qualified, or Agilent-approved service engineers may open the main cover of the instrument. This section refers only to maintenance procedures for the Cary NOTE spectrophotometer. You should refer to your computer and printer manuals for their maintenance procedures. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 40: Cleaning
Care must also be taken when removing lamps. Touching the glass envelope of CAUTION either the deuterium or visible lamp will reduce its efficiency. NEVER touch the glass surfaces of new lamps. ALWAYS handle a lamp by its base, using a soft cloth. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 41: Fuses
Check that the fuse is the correct type and is not damaged. If necessary, replace the fuse. Place the fuse into the cap, push the cap in, and then turn the cap clockwise. Reconnect the instrument to the mains power supply. Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... -
Page 42: Spare Parts
* Refer to the information printed on the back of the instrument to determine which fuse types you need. Spare Parts For information about spare parts and their part numbers, refer to the Agilent website: www.agilent.com Cary 100/300/4000/5000/6000i/7000 Spectrophotometers User’s Guide... - Page 44 In This Book The manual describes the following: Safety Practices and Hazards Introduction Installation Maintenance © Agilent Technologies 2002, 2010-2013, 2016 11/16 *8510197200* *8510197200* 8510197200 Issue 10...