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- Page 1 Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide...
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Page 2: Safety Notices
(Technical Data) and 12.212 (Computer Software) and, for the Department of Defense, DFARS 252.227-7015 (Technical Data - Commercial Items) and DFARS 227.7202-3 (Rights in Commercial Computer Software or Computer Software Documentation). Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Warning Symbols Color Coding CE Compliance Electromagnetic Compatibility EN55011/CISPR11 ICES/NMB-001 South Korean Class A EMC declaration Introduction Site Preparation Requirements User Documentation Conventions Notes and Tips Specifications Temperature Control Environmental Conditions Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... - Page 4 Turning On the Instrument for the First Time (or From Shutdown Mode) Turning On the Instrument from Standby Mode Preparing for Analysis Calibrating the Detector Aligning the Torch Setting Operating Conditions Creating/Opening a Worksheet Developing a Method Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide...
- Page 5 Printing a Report Turning Off the Instrument Using Standby Mode Using Shutdown Mode Maintenance and Troubleshooting Routine Maintenance Induction Coil Maintenance Radial Induction Coil Axial Induction Coil Cleaning Consumables Troubleshooting Spare Parts Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide...
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Page 7: Safety Practices And Hazards
The safety practices described below are provided to help the user operate the instrument safely. Read each safety topic thoroughly before attempting to operate the instrument and always operate the spectrometer in accordance with these safety practices. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 8: Verifying Safe State
Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. Agilent Technologies assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements. -
Page 9: Heat, Vapors And Fumes
Move cylinders only by securing them to a properly constructed trolley. Use only approved regulator and hose connectors (refer to the gas supplier’s instructions). Keep gas cylinders cool and properly labeled. (All cylinders are fitted Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 10: Electrical Hazards
Operation of an ICP-OES involves analysis of solutions that have been prepared in or digested with acids, or in some cases, samples that have been prepared in organic solvents. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 11: Warning Symbols
The following is a list of symbols that appear in conjunction with warnings in this manual and on the spectrometer. The hazard they describe is also shown. The beginning of the warning text is noted by a warning icon: WARNING Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... - Page 12 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. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide...
- Page 13 Single phase alternating current Direct current ‘Out’ position of a bi-stable push switch. ‘In’ position of a bi-stable push switch. Plasma on Plasma off ‘On’ for part of equipment. ‘Off’ for part of equipment. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide...
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Page 14: Color Coding
A red light warns of danger or an emergency. CE Compliance Your Agilent 700 Series ICP-OES instrument has been designed to comply with the requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive and the Low Voltage (electrical safety) Directive (commonly referred to as the LVD) of the European Union. -
Page 15: Electromagnetic Compatibility
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 equipment. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 16: Ices/Nmb-001
This equipment is Class A suitable for professional use and is for use in electromagnetic environments outside of the home. 이 기기는 업무용 (A 급 ) 전자파적합기기로서 판 매자 또는 사용자는이 점을 주 의하시기 바라 며 , 가정외의 지역에서 사용하는 것을 목적으 로합니다 . Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 17: Introduction
Agilent ICP-OES system: This User’s Guide, with safety practices and hazards information, instructions for finding information about installing and maintaining the components of the ICP-OES and a brief operation overview. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 18: Conventions
20 and 25 °C (68 and 77 °F).and be held constant to within 2 °C ( 3.6 °F) throughout the entire working day. ± ± Environmental Conditions See the Agilent 700 Series ICP-OES Site Preparation Guide for specifications. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 19: Electrical Power Supplies
Introduction Electrical Power Supplies For electrical requirements, refer to your Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers Site Preparation Guide. Use of power boards or extension cables is not recommended. If necessary, replace the power cord only with a cord equivalent to the one specified in the site preparation guide. - Page 20 Permissible pressure range 400–600 kPa (57 to 88 psi) Recommended pressure 550 kPa (80 psi) regulated Table 2 Typical flow rates for the Agilent 700 Series ICP-OES instruments s Argon (with argon purge gas) Nitrogen (as purge gas) Standby mode 0.75 L/min Nitrogen flow 0.45 L/min...
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Page 21: Water Chiller System
The plasma operates at extremely high temperatures. The ICP-OES instrument exhaust fumes can be noxious or corrosive. The exhaust system should be checked regularly to ensure adequate flow. Consult the Agilent 700 Series ICP-OES Site Prep Guide for the appropriate flow rates. Hot Surface WARNING The external vent may become hot during ICP-OES instrument operation and remain hot for some time after the instrument has been switched off. -
Page 22: Icp-Oes Instrument Cooling Air Supply
ICP-OES instrument cooling air supply Always turn on the cooling air system (if one is required due to high usage of corrosive materials) before turning on the spectrometer. See the 700 Series ICP-OES Site Prep Guide instrument cooling air supply details. -
Page 23: Installation
Performing a Dark Current Scan, Wavelength Calibration and Torch Scan Hardware The Agilent 700 Series ICP-OES must be installed by an Agilent-trained, Agilent- qualified or Agilent-authorized field service engineer. You should have completed and returned the form in the Site Preparation Guide stating that you have prepared the laboratory in accordance with the requirements detailed in that manual. -
Page 24: Usb-Gpib-Hs Converter
Turn on the exhaust and cooling air system (if required). Turn on the 700 Series ICP-OES instrument. Start the ICP Expert II software and open the Instrument Set-up Window. Ignite the plasma. Check that the Polychromator Boost purge is on. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... - Page 25 10 Click the Torch Align tab. Check that the Graph Type is set to Intensity. Set the Orientation to Horizontal and click the Torch Scan button. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide...
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Page 26: Hardware
Help. Click Start > All Apps > ICP Expert II > ICP Expert II Help. When the ICP Expert II Help appears, click How to > Install instrument components to view step-by-step instructions on how to remove and install the various instrument components. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 27: Operation
You need to complete the following steps in turn to measure a sample/s. You will find information on each step in this chapter. Turn on the instrument and software Prepare for analysis Calibrate the detector Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 28: Turning On The Instrument And Software
‘|’ (the green power indicator should light). NOTE Both the RF supply circuit breaker and instrument power switch must be switched on for the instrument to work. Switch on the laboratory exhaust system. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 29: Turning On The Instrument From Standby Mode
It may take some time to reach operating temperature. It is recommended that you wait three to five minutes before starting an analysis. If you have accessories fitted, switch them on. Switch on the laboratory exhaust system. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 30: Preparing For Analysis
Aligning the Torch You now need to align the torch viewing position before using a new method. For detailed information on how to align the torch, see the ICP Expert II Help: Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 31: Setting Operating Conditions
ICP Expert II Help: Click Start > All Apps > ICP Expert II > Help. Expand How to and then click Develop a method. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 32: Running Samples
To set the instrument to Standby mode: Rinse the spraychamber by aspirating water for a few minutes. NOTE When running organic samples, it is recommended that the spraychamber be cleaned and dried thoroughly between analyses. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... - Page 33 Allow the resting bar to swing downwards. Lift the tubing out of the grooves. Figure 1 Peristaltic pump with pressure bars pushed up and resting bar freely down, allowing tubing to be loosened Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide...
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Page 34: Using Shutdown Mode
It is not intended to be used every time you want to extinguish the plasma. If used to extinguish the plasma, you will need to reset the Plasma emergency off button to the ‘on’ position before the plasma can be re-ignited. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... - Page 35 If the instrument is not going to be in use for a period of time the torch, cone, snout and torch compartment should be cleaned of any deposits, dirt or residue. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide...
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Page 37: Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Consumables Troubleshooting Spare Parts This chapter includes the Agilent 700 Series ICP optical emission spectrometer maintenance requirements that may be carried out by an operator. Any maintenance procedures not specifically mentioned in this chapter should be carried out only by Agilent-trained, Agilent-qualified or Agilent-authorized field service engineers. -
Page 38: Routine Maintenance
Check/clean the heat exchanger (radiator) on the cooling system to remove any build-up of dust and dirt. Periodically, drain the coolant from the cooling system and then refill/ treat with an appropriate algaecide (as recommended by the manufacturer). Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 39: Induction Coil Maintenance
Allow the torch and torch compartment to cool for at least five minutes before inspecting the induction coil. Wear heat-resistant gloves. CAUTION Take care not to touch the induction coil when installing torches or the snout (Agilent 715/725 ICP-OES radial instruments only). Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 40: Radial Induction Coil
NOTE Pitch is measured from the center of one coil to the next, as shown above by the arrows between the dotted gray lines, and not the gap between adjacent coils. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 41: Axial Induction Coil
Any spills in the sample compartment should be wiped up immediately. The user (or other authorized personnel) must perform the appropriate decontamination procedure if hazardous material is spilled on or inside the ICP-OES. Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... -
Page 42: Consumables
When the ICP Expert II Help appears, click Troubleshooting to view instructions on how to troubleshoot. Spare Parts For spare parts and consumables ordering information, refer to the Agilent Technologies website: www.agilent.com Agilent 700 Series ICP Optical Emission Spectrometers User’s Guide... - Page 44 In This Book The manual describes the following: Safety Practices and Hazards Introduction Installation Operation Maintenance and Troubleshooting www.agilent.com © Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2006, 2009-2013, 2018 Edition 87, 6/18 *8510230100* 8510230100...