Safety Checks - PerkinElmer aanalyst 200 User Manual

Operation of the Instrument

Safety Checks

Before igniting the flame, always make sure that:
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The exhaust venting system for the laboratory is switched on.
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Burner chamber is correctly installed.
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The burner head is correctly installed.
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The burner end cap is secured.
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The nebulizer is installed.
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The correct gaskets are fitted in the burner system
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The burner drain is connected to the system secured by clamp.
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The drain trap is filled and is operating correctly.
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The door of the atomizer compartment is in the closed position.
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Remove all nearby flammable chemicals.
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Fire extinguisher should be kept nearby.
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Check for chemical residue build-up on the burner head slot.
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When igniting nitrous oxide flame, warm up the burner head with air-acetylene flame for 15
minutes.
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All safety interlocks are correctly closed.
If the interlocks are not closed, one or more of the following may be the cause:
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The burner head, the nebulizer, or the drain system is not correctly installed.
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The fuel or oxidant pressure is too low.
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The liquid level in the drain trap is either too low or too high.
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