Heat, Vapors And Fumes - Agilent Technologies 4100 Site Preparation Manual

Before opening the pre-optics window holder or unloading the torch,
extinguish the plasma by:
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The torch remains hot for up to five minutes after the plasma is
extinguished. Touching this area before it has cooled sufficiently may
result in burns. Allow the torch to cool before removing it from the
loader.
The plasma system has been carefully designed to operate safely and
effectively when using torches and related components that conform
to Agilent's design criteria. Use of non-approved components in the
MP-AES may render the system inoperative and/or hazardous. It may
also invalidate the warranty on the MP-AES. Use only torches and
related components supplied or authorized by Agilent.

Heat, Vapors and Fumes

Heat, ozone, vapors and fumes generated by the plasma can be
hazardous, and must be extracted from the MP-AES by means of an
exhaust system. Ensure that an exhaust system of the appropriate
type is fitted and operational (as specified in the site preparation
guide). The system must be vented to the outside in accordance with
local regulations and never within the building. Regularly check the
exhaust system by smoke test to ensure that the exhaust system is
functioning correctly. The exhaust fan must always be switched on
before igniting the plasma.
Agilent 4100 Microwave Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometer Site Preparation Guide
pressing SHIFT and F5 on the keyboard
selecting the 'Plasma off' option from the 'Plasma' drop-down
arrow on the MP Expert software toolbar
pressing the Plasma Enable switch on the front of the Agilent
4100 MP-AES
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