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  • Page 1 MOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY IR S RONTIER INGLE ANGE YSTEMS User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Except as specifically set forth in its terms and conditions of sale, PerkinElmer makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this document, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction ....................5 About This Manual .................... 6 Conventions Used in this Manual ................ 7 Notes, Cautions and Warnings ..............7 Warnings and Safety Information ............11 Safety Summary ....................12 General Safety ....................13 Location and Ventilation ...................14 To allow for adequate cooling ..............14 To allow any nitrogen used to disperse ............14 Use of flammable solvents and samples ............15...
  • Page 4 Appendix 1: Changing the Sampling Accessory ..........90 Appendix 2: Instrument Self-Checks ..............92 Appendix 3: Instrument Performance Validation Kits .......... 94 Appendix 4: Decontamination and Cleaning ............95 Appendix 5: WEEE Instructions for PerkinElmer Products ........96 Index ......................97...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Introduction...

  • Page 6: About This Manual

    6 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide About This Manual This manual contains the following sections: • Introduction • Warnings and Safety Information An Overview of the Frontier IR Single-Range Spectrometers • Unpacking and Installation • Using the Spectrometer with Spectrum •...

  • Page 7: Conventions Used In This Manual

    ALT+F. All eight digit numbers are PerkinElmer part numbers unless stated otherwise. The term ‘instrument’ refers to the mid- or near-infrared Frontier IR spectrometers, and any sampling accessory fitted.
  • Page 8 8 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide We use the term WARNING to inform you about situations that could result in personal injury to yourself or other persons. Details about these circumstances are in a box like this one. WARNING Warning (Warnung) Bedeutet, daß...
  • Page 9 Introduction . 9 We use the term CAUTION to inform you about situations that could result in serious damage to the instrument or other equipment. Details about these CAUTION circumstances are in a box like this one. Caution (Achtung) Bedeutet, daß die genannte Anleitung genau befolgt werden muß, um einen Geräteschaden zu vermeiden.
  • Page 10 10 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide...

  • Page 11: Warnings And Safety Information

    Warnings and Safety Information...

  • Page 12: Safety Summary

    DO keep the instrument dry. Avoid spilling liquid into the instrument. Clean all external spills immediately. If anything that is spilled enters the main body of the instrument, switch off the power and contact a PerkinElmer Service Engineer. DO NOT stare into the internal laser beam under the instrument cover. The instrument contains a low power, visible (red) laser;...

  • Page 13: General Safety

    General Safety The Frontier IR spectrometers have been designed and tested in accordance with PerkinElmer specifications and in accordance with the safety requirements of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The instruments conform to IEC publication 61010-1 (“Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use”) as it applies to IEC Class 1 (earthed) appliances and therefore meets the...

  • Page 14: Location And Ventilation

    14 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Location and Ventilation Make sure that the switch at the electrical supply inlet on the rear of the instrument is not obstructed. WARNING To allow for adequate cooling Do not site the instrument near to room heating equipment, for example, central heating radiators.

  • Page 15: Use Of Flammable Solvents And Samples

    Warnings and Safety Information . 15 Use of flammable solvents and samples The instrument contains a hot source and contact with flammable vapors may cause an explosion. When working with flammable solvents or samples, particularly during unattended operation with flow-cells, it is recommended that the instrument optics area should be continuously WARNING purged with dry air or nitrogen to maintain a positive pressure and...

  • Page 16: Electrical Safety

    16 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Electrical Safety Connect the instrument to a power supply line that includes a switch or other means of • disconnection from the electricity supply. Only plug the instrument into an electricity-supply socket that is provided with a •...

  • Page 17: Laser Safety Regulations

    Warnings and Safety Information . 17 Laser Safety Regulations The Frontier IR spectrometers are Class 1 laser products as defined by IEC 60825-1. The optical module contains a Class 2 Helium Neon (HeNe) laser, which emits visible, continuous wave radiation at a wavelength of 633 nm and has a maximum output power of 1 mW. Some diffuse HeNe laser radiation, within Class 1 limits, emerges from: The window in the left hand side of the sample compartment when an internal beam •...

  • Page 18: Radiation Hazards And Their Classification

    18 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Radiation Hazards and their Classification Laser radiation Indirect observation of the laser beam radiation in the optical path is not hazardous. Directly viewing the laser beam along its axis (allowing the laser beam radiation to pass into the eye) can be hazardous, depending upon the power of the beam, the length of time that the eye is exposed to the beam and the optical efficiency of the exposed eye.

  • Page 19: Labels

    Figure 1 Labels (rear of instrument) NOTE: The label with a crossed-out wheeled bin symbol and a rectangular bar indicates that the product is covered by the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Refer to Appendix 5: WEEE Instructions for PerkinElmer Products Directive. page 96.
  • Page 20 20 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Serial number, part number and date of manufacture NOTE: There is a second copy of the CAUTION label inside the sample compartment cover. Figure 2 Labels (sample compartment)

  • Page 21: Warning Signs On The Instrument

    Warnings and Safety Information . 21 Warning Signs on the Instrument Caution, hot surface. Caution, risk of electric shock. Caution, laser radiation hazard. Caution, risk of danger. Refer to accompanying documents in all cases where this symbol is used to find out the nature of the potential hazard and any actions which have to be taken.

  • Page 22: Emc Compliance

    22 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide EMC Compliance European EC Directive The Frontier IR spectrometers have been designed and tested to meet the requirements of the EC Directive 2004/108/EC. FCC rules and regulations These products are classified as digital devices used exclusively as industrial, commercial, or medical test equipment.

  • Page 23: An Overview Of The Frontier Ir Single-Range Spectrometers

    An Overview of the Frontier IR Single-Range Spectrometers...

  • Page 24: A Guided Tour Of The Frontier Ir Single-Range Spectrometers

    24 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide A Guided Tour of the Frontier IR Single-Range Spectrometers PerkinElmer Frontier IR single-range spectrometers are bench-top FT-IR instruments. Figure 3 Frontier IR Systems spectrometer • Frontier FT-IR spectrometers: – The optical system enables you to collect data over a total range of −1...

  • Page 25: Optical System

    (an internal humidity sensor is available as an option). In Frontier FT-IR spectrometers, KBr or CsI windows separate the sample compartment from the purged optical system. For Frontier FT-NIR spectrometers, these windows are CaF NOTE: Before you select the MCT detector (optional) in Spectrum software, fit one of the attenuators supplied (Attenuator Set –...

  • Page 26: Top Panel Controls

    26 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Top panel controls Display Go button Figure 4 Top panel controls The display on the front right of the top of your instrument has two purposes: To display messages generated by the instrument’s firmware, such as those that monitor •...

  • Page 27: Internal Accessories

    For the Frontier FT-IR, a relative humidity higher than 80% (or 45% if your instrument is fitted with CsI optics) can damage the windows of the sample compartment.

  • Page 28: External Accessories

    CAUTION The external accessory bracket is fitted by a PerkinElmer Service Engineer, along with any other internal components that may be required. Do not attempt to lift the instrument, or to move it to another location, when an external accessory is attached.

  • Page 29: Imaging Systems

    The external port on the left side of the instrument is used with the Spotlight Imaging Systems and Multiscope Imaging Systems (Figure 8). Figure 8 Spotlight 150: Microscope and Frontier FT-IR spectrometer NOTE: To use your instrument with a microscope, you require the optional External Beam Pack.

  • Page 30: Accessories

    *The Liquid Sipper and NIR Tablet Autosampler accessories are supported by AssureID software and Spectrum software version 6.x. They are not supported in Spectrum software version 10.0 or later. ** For more details of the GPOB options, contact your PerkinElmer Sales Representative. IR & Raman...

  • Page 31: Frontier Ir Sytems Upgrades

    External Pack Beam Upgrade – Microscope, GPOB, NIRA and external beam input port ready The kit contains KBr windows, but other windows are available. Ask your PerkinElmer Customer Service Representative for details L1280258 Single-Range FT-IR to Dual-Range FT-IR/FT-NIR upgrade L1280259...
  • Page 32 32 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide...

  • Page 33: Unpacking And Installation

    Unpacking and Installation...

  • Page 34: Requirements

    34 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Requirements NOTE: Read the warnings and safety information at the start of this manual before you install the instrument. They contain important information. Electrical requirements The Frontier IR instruments can operate on electricity supplies of 50 or 60 Hz and in the 100 V to 230 V range without any adjustment.

  • Page 35: Unpacking The Spectrometer

    L1250230 Spectrum Configuration Disk LX108873 Spectrum Standard Software Kit LX108875 Spectrum ES Software Kit L1240055 Cuvette Holder Assembly – L1240056 Cell Holder Assembly & Disposable Cells (5) – If any items are missing or damaged, contact your local PerkinElmer office.
  • Page 36 36 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide 2. Carefully remove the instrument from the shipping container, but not from the bag in which it was shipped. The spectrometer must be allowed to reach the temperature of its surroundings before it is removed from the bag. This means leaving it CAUTION overnight if it has been moved from a cold area, and at least 4 hours after removal from the shipping container.

  • Page 37: The Desiccant Indicator

    Unpacking and Installation . 37 The Desiccant Indicator The optical system of the spectrometer is purged at the factory. This protects the beamsplitter and the sample compartment windows from being damaged by humidity. Replaceable packs of desiccant keep the optics dry and free of CO The top panel of the instrument includes a desiccant indicator, whose sectors change sequentially from blue to pink as the desiccant packs are exhausted (Figure 10).

  • Page 38: Connecting Up The Spectrometer

    38 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Connecting up the Spectrometer Connecting to the PC NOTE: To control your instrument from a PC, use the crossover cable supplied. To control your instrument over your network, use a standard Ethernet cable (not supplied).

  • Page 39: Other Connectors

    Unpacking and Installation . 39 Other connectors The communication ports for peripheral devices are shown in Figure 12. Instrument purge 10101 Spt. Lt. Sample area purge EXT.R Figure 12 Communication ports Icons that identify the function of each of the communications ports are printed on the hinge molding directly above the port.

  • Page 40: Connecting The Spectrometer To The Electrical Supply

    +5 V Microscope external detector 15 way +12 V 0.65 A module. Connects to a high density PerkinElmer infrared microscope, D-type −12 V 0.65 A placed on the left of the instrument. +5 V Do not attempt to connect a monitor to either the EXT.R port or the...
  • Page 41 Unpacking and Installation . 41 Frontier IR instruments can operate on electricity supplies of 50 Hz or 60 Hz and in the 100 V to 230 V range without any adjustment. 1. Fit the molded socket of the power cable into the electrical supply inlet (Figure 13) of the instrument.

  • Page 42: Installing The Instrument In The Software

    42 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Installing the Instrument in the Software Before you can use the instrument it must be set up in the software. Installing the software NOTE: If you are supplying your own computer, make sure that it meets the minimum requirements for hardware and software set out in the “PC Requirements”...

  • Page 43: Using The Spectrometer With Spectrum

    Using the Spectrometer with Spectrum...

  • Page 44: Basics Of Software Control

    To save time, we suggest that you leave the instrument switched on at all times. 2. From the Start menu select Programs; the PerkinElmer Applications group; the Spectrum sub-group and then the Spectrum application. Double-click the shortcut icon on the desktop.

  • Page 45: Scanning Samples

    Using the Spectrometer with Spectrum . 45 Scanning samples When you connect to your spectrometer the instrument settings will default to appropriate values for your instrument type and accessory. The configurable Scan toolbars at the top of the workspace include the tools you need to collect a sample spectrum (Figure 14).

  • Page 46: Working With The Instrument Display And Go Button

    46 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide You can use the Sample Shuttle Accessory (L1200302) to set up an interleaved cycle scan so that you do not have to open the sample compartment between the background and sample scans. This helps to reduce changes in the concentration of carbon dioxide and water vapor in the sample compartment.

  • Page 47: Using The Spectrum On-Screen Help System

    Using the Spectrometer with Spectrum . 47 In Figure 16 the beam path is directed to the standard sample slide. In this example, the additional interface elements for the Spotlight microscope are also shown. Figure 16 Setup Instrument BeamPath tab with the beam path directed to the Slide Holder To direct the beam to the Spotlight microscope, select Left external from the Beam ...

  • Page 48: Atmospheric (Co O) Suppression

    48 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Atmospheric (CO O) Suppression Atmospheric suppression can be selected in the Setup Instrument Advanced tab (Figure 18). Figure 18 Setup Instrument Advanced tab in Spectrum What is atmospheric suppression? This is an atmospheric correction routine. This routine is more powerful than simple subtraction, overcoming the following issues: •...
  • Page 49 Using the Spectrometer with Spectrum . 49 Figure 20 Atmospheric suppression...

  • Page 50: Avi Correction

    50 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide AVI Correction AVI correction can be selected in the Setup Instrument Advanced tab in Spectrum (Figure 18). AVI correction can only be performed if an AVI Calibration has been set up for the current configuration and resolution.

  • Page 51: Look Ahead

    Using the Spectrometer with Spectrum . 51 Look Ahead Look Ahead can be selected in the Setup Instrument Advanced tab (Figure 18). What is Look Ahead? Look Ahead is a novel system where the spectrometer scans continuously and uses the properties of the measured spectrum to identify changes corresponding to sample removal, sample insertion, or sample change, automatically.

  • Page 52: Quality Checks

    52 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Quality Checks Quality Checks can be selected in the Setup Instrument Advanced tab (Figure 18). What are Quality Checks? Quality checking is a tool for less experienced IR users that identifies possible problems in the spectrum being collected and suggests ways of improving the measurement.

  • Page 53: Routine Maintenance

    Routine Maintenance...

  • Page 54: Cleaning The Spectrometer

    Avoid spilling liquid into the instrument. Clean all external spills immediately. If anything that is spilled enters the main body of the spectrometer, switch off the power and contact a PerkinElmer Service Engineer. Do not touch or attempt to clean any optical surface in the instrument,...

  • Page 55: Moving The Spectrometer

    Routine Maintenance . 55 Moving the Spectrometer The spectrometer is a heavy precision instrument, so two people are required for safe handling. Consult the local codes of practice issued by safety advisors before WARNING attempting to lift it. Take care not to injure yourself or others, or to drop the spectrometer. Before moving the spectrometer, switch off the power supply, wait 60 seconds, and disconnect the power cable.

  • Page 56: The Desiccant Indicator In Detail

    56 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide The Desiccant Indicator in Detail The optical system of the spectrometer is purged at the factory. This protects the KBr (or ) beamsplitters, sample compartment windows, or external port windows from being damaged by humidity.

  • Page 57: Changing The Desiccant

    Routine Maintenance . 57 Changing the Desiccant Expect to change the desiccant spectrometer every six months. in the Old, used desiccant releases moisture. CAUTION In regions experiencing high humidity levels we recommend that you change the desiccant more often. The desiccant change interval is set in the Desiccant change due in (days) option on the Setup Instrument BeamPath tab in Spectrum software (Figure 24).

  • Page 58: Renewing The Instrument Desiccant

    Do not use damaged packs of desiccant. Make sure that the packs you use have not been left in contact with the air. You can purchase disposable desiccant kits from PerkinElmer (part number N0171159). A kit contains two packs of desiccant, and three kits are required.

  • Page 59: Installing Rechargeable Desiccant In The Instrument

    Routine Maintenance . 59 4. Open the cover and remove all the exhausted desiccant packs (Figure 27), noting how they are installed. Desiccant compartment (empty) Figure 27 Desiccant removed 5. Place the first three packs of desiccant upright in the recess on the right of the desiccant holder then, one at a time, lay the three remaining packs flat in the upper part of the holder (Figure 28).

  • Page 60: Purging The Spectrometer

    60 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Purging the Spectrometer Under most circumstances, you do not need to purge the optical system. However, after performing any maintenance tasks that involved opening the main cover, you may purge the optical system to remove water vapor and CO that entered while the system was open.
  • Page 61 Routine Maintenance . 61 1. The tubing is connected to the instrument by a universal pipe fitting which is secured to the tubing with a nut. Two sets of fittings are supplied with the instrument. Assemble the fittings to the tubing as illustrated in Figure 29. Knurled nut Beveled end of Tubing...
  • Page 62 62 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide 7. Disconnect the fitting from the instrument by pushing the clip located at the bottom of the purging port (Figure 31). Locking clip Figure 31 Disconnect the locking clip...

  • Page 63: Changing The External Fuse

    There is one spare fuse in the fuse drawer. If you need more, order 2A, 250V Time Lag fuses (part number 04970839) from PerkinElmer. You must only replace the fuse with one of this type and rating. Do not use makeshift fuses and do not short-circuit fuse holders.
  • Page 64 64 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide 1. Lever out the fuse drawer so that it swings down over the power socket. The fuse is in the right hand slot. 2. Remove the old fuse and discard it. 3. Fit the new fuse into the slot (Figure 33). Fuse Spare fuse Fuse drawer...

  • Page 65: Cooling The Mct Detector (If Fitted)

    Routine Maintenance . 65 Cooling the MCT Detector (If Fitted) Optionally, the Frontier FT-IR may be fitted with an MCT (mercury cadmium telluride) detector. When it is fitted in the instrument it must be cooled to 77 K before you collect spectra.
  • Page 66 66 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide 1. Remove the MCT coolant cover (Figure 34). MCT coolant cover Figure 34 Location of MCT coolant cover 2. Remove the plug from the dewar. 3. Ensure that the funnel guide, which helps prevent overspill entering the instrument body rather than the dewar, is in place.
  • Page 67 NOTE: Cooled detector dewars require pumping down after approximately 12 months operation. When the boil-off rate of liquid nitrogen becomes excessive (that is, the liquid nitrogen level is low after 3–4 hours of operation), consult your PerkinElmer Service Engineer.
  • Page 68 68 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide...

  • Page 69: Advanced Maintenance

    Advanced Maintenance...

  • Page 70: Opening The Main Cover

    70 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Opening the Main Cover To perform most maintenance tasks, you have to open the main cover of the spectrometer. NOTE: If you have any samples or reference materials in the storage compartment, you are advised to remove these before opening the main cover.
  • Page 71 Advanced Maintenance . 71 Sample cover release clip Figure 36 Removing the sample compartment cover 5. Remove the fitted sampling accessory, by pulling the release handle towards you and sliding the accessory towards you (Figure 37). Sampling accessory release handle Figure 37 Removing the sampling accessory 6.
  • Page 72 72 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide 9. Perform the necessary maintenance inside the instrument. Figure 39 illustrates the primary component parts of a Frontier IR Single-Range spectrometer. NOTE: The exact configuration will depend on your instrument type. For example, if you have the External Beam Pack installed the laser power supply will be in a different position, and the mirrors for changing the beam direction will be installed (Figure 40).
  • Page 73 Advanced Maintenance . 73 14. Reconnect the power cable and switch the power back on. 15. If required change the desiccant (see page 56), and/or purge the instrument (see page 60). If the cover is left open for more than 1 hour, the desiccant should be replaced.

  • Page 74: Replacing The Source

    74 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Replacing the Source Switch off the mains power supply to the spectrometer, wait 60 seconds and disconnect the power cable before you open the cover of the spectrometer. This makes sure that you are safe from electrical shock and laser radiation.
  • Page 75 2. Slacken the two terminal screws (Figure 42) securing the wires leading to the source. Disconnect the wires from the connectors. For the Frontier FT-IR spectrometer, the connecting wires for the MIR source are white. For the Frontier FT-NIR spectrometer, the connecting wires for the NIR source are red.

  • Page 76: Replacing The Beamsplitter

    76 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Replacing the Beamsplitter Switch off the mains power supply to the spectrometer, wait 60 seconds, and disconnect the power cable before you open the cover of the spectrometer. This makes sure that you are safe from electrical shock and laser radiation.
  • Page 77 Advanced Maintenance . 77 6. Refit the laser baffle and secure with retaining screws. 7. Close and secure the main cover. Refer to page 72, steps 10 to 15.

  • Page 78: Installing/Replacing Windows

    78 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Installing/Replacing Windows The following procedure describes how to install a window in one of the external beam ports. The details apply equally to windows in the sample compartment. Switch off the mains power supply to the spectrometer, wait 60 seconds, and disconnect the power cable before you open the cover of the spectrometer.
  • Page 79 Advanced Maintenance . 79 3. Fit the window to the main cover from the outside in. Ensure the seal is fully seated and the key on the window lines up with the notch in the main cover (Figure 46). Screw and washers Screw and washers Main cover Main cover...

  • Page 80: Installing Filters In The Filter Wheel

    80 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Installing Filters in the Filter Wheel The following procedure describes how to install a filter in the filter wheel. The same procedure should be followed when replacing a filter or the methane cell. The filter wheel assembly is removed from its mounting and placed on the standard sample slide baseplate.
  • Page 81 Advanced Maintenance . 81 3. Install the standard sample holder baseplate, but remove the sample holder itself by unscrewing the knurled screw. Knurled screw Figure 48 Knurled screw 4. To remove the filter wheel, loosen the set screw that secures it to its shaft using a 1.5 mm Allen key, and then gently ease the filter wheel off the shaft, rotating the filter wheel as required to clear the filter wheel from the other instrument components.
  • Page 82 The positions already filled in the filter wheel will depend on your instrument type (Figure 50). A Frontier FT-IR will have a polystyrene filter in Position 2 and a Frontier FT-NIR will have a polystyrene filter in Position 6. A Frontier FT-NIR will have a NG11 Schott glass sample in Position 3.
  • Page 83 Advanced Maintenance . 83 9. Align the notches of the holder with the indents in the filter wheel. You must twist the holder clockwise to lock it to the filter wheel. When fitted correctly, the small hole in the filter holder is close to the outer edge of the filter wheel.

  • Page 84: Replacing The Laser And Power Supply

    84 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Replacing the Laser and Power Supply Switch off the main power supply to the spectrometer, wait 60 seconds and disconnect the power cable before you open the cover of the spectrometer. This makes sure that you are safe from electrical shock and laser radiation.
  • Page 85 Advanced Maintenance . 85 Connector Figure 53 Laser board connector 4. Unhook the spring and remove the two screws on the retaining bracket, as shown in Figure 54. Laser bracket Screw Screw retaining screw Laser bracket retaining screw Power supply Laser Baffle retaining screws Laser spring...

  • Page 86: Replacing The Laser And Power Supply (External Beam Pack Option Fitted)

    86 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Replacing the laser and power supply (External Beam Pack option fitted) 1. Open the main cover of the instrument as detailed on page 70 and identify the laser and laser power supply (Figure 52). 2.
  • Page 87 Advanced Maintenance . 87 Be careful, the nearby source housing may be hot. WARNING 6. Unhook the spring at the rear of the laser, and remove the two screws on the retaining bracket at the front of the laser (Figure 57). Laser bracket retaining screw Laser...
  • Page 88 88 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide...

  • Page 89: Appendices

    Appendices...

  • Page 90: Appendix 1: Changing The Sampling Accessory

    90 . Frontier IR Single-range Spectrometers User's Guide Appendix 1: Changing the Sampling Accessory 1. Remove the sample area cover if fitted by opening the cover, pressing the clip and pulling the cover vertically to remove (Figure 58). Sample cover release clip Figure 58 Removing the sample area cover 2.
  • Page 91 Appendices . 91 3. Install the new accessory (Figure 60) by sliding it onto the ledge and pushing it into the sample compartment until it engages with the connector. Figure 60 Installing a sampling accessory Spectrum automatically recognizes which accessory is installed, and displays the accessory information on the Setup Instrument tabs.

  • Page 92: Appendix 2: Instrument Self-Checks

    Initialization Complete. When initialization is complete the last message fades, leaving the instrument identity • message: PerkinElmer Frontier FT-IR Ready When connected to a PC, the instrument display adds When collecting data, the instrument display provides prompts generated by the •...
  • Page 93 Appendices . 93 Initialization errors If your instrument generates one of the following error messages, switch off the instrument, then switch the instrument on again. Consult your PerkinElmer service representative if the problem persists. Error message Action Program Integrity The instrument’s firmware may be corrupt, so must be reinstalled.

  • Page 94: Appendix 3: Instrument Performance Validation Kits

    The Frontier FT-NIR is supplied with the NIR Performance Validation Kit (L1250405), which contains a polystyrene reference sample. For the Frontier FT-IR, the MIR Performance Validation Kit (L1250404) is available. This kit contains a polystyrene reference sample and an NG11 Schott Glass reference sample.

  • Page 95: Appendix 4: Decontamination And Cleaning

    (Brussels) 0800 90 66 42 (Monza) If you are located outside of these regions, please call your local PerkinElmer sales office for more information. Cleaning the instrument Exterior surfaces may be cleaned with a soft cloth, dampened with a mild detergent and...

  • Page 96: Appendix 5: Weee Instructions For Perkinelmer Products

    Customer care department in your region. http://las.perkinelmer.com/OneSource/Environmental-directives.htm Products from other manufacturers may also form a part of your PerkinElmer system. These other manufacturers are directly responsible for the collection and processing of their own waste products under the terms of the WEEE Directive. Please contact these manufacturers directly before discarding any of their products.

  • Page 97: Index

    Index . 97 Index About this manual ......6 Electrical supply inlet ..... 41 Accessories External ........28 Compliance ........ 22 Internal ........27 EC Directive ....... 22 Accessory FCC rules ........22 Changing ........90 External accessories ...... 28 Release handle ......
  • Page 98 Use of nitrogen ......14 Liquid nitrogen ......65 Safety Interlock ......25 WARNING ........65 Sample area cover MCT Detector (Frontier FT-IR) Release clip ........ 90 Cooling ........65 Removing ........90 Moving .......... 55 Sample compartment ..... 26 Sampling accessories Diffuse Reflectance .....
  • Page 99 Index . 99 Software control Basics ........44 Unpacking........35 Source Upgrades ........31 High operating temperature..74 Location ........74 Replacing ......74, 93 Terminal screws ......75 WEEE Directive ......96 Switching on ......... 44 Windows in Main Cover ......79 Installing/Replacing ....
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