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BTX III
X-Ray Diffraction Analyzer
Getting Started Guide
Intended Use
The BTX III X-ray diffraction analyzer is a benchtop system designed primarily for analyzing a variety
of powder sample types. Phase identification is obtained by comparing the diffraction signature of a
sample with a database of XRD mineral patterns.
Do not use the BTX III analyzer for any purpose other than its intended use.
Instruction Manual
Before using the BTX III analyzer, thoroughly review the BTX III User's Manual (P/N: 10-015490-01EN).
Use the product as instructed. The User's Manual contains essential information on how to use this
Olympus product safely and effectively. Keep the User's Manual in a safe, accessible location.
Safety Signal Word
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation and calls attention to an operating procedure, practice, or
the like that if not correctly performed or adhered to may result in minor or moderate personal injury,
material damage, particularly to the product, destruction of part or all of the product, or loss of data.
Contents of the Case
• BTX III analyzer
• AC power adaptor
• External sample-shaker assembly
• Sample cells (1 Kapton and 1 Mylar)
• Sample cell screws (8)
• USB flash drive (loaded with software, database, and documentation)
• Power keys (2)
• Microspatula
• Ball driver
• Sample crusher
• Sample sieve
BTX III — Getting Started Guide
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Summary of Contents for Olympus BTX III
- Page 1 Getting Started Guide Intended Use The BTX III X-ray diffraction analyzer is a benchtop system designed primarily for analyzing a variety of powder sample types. Phase identification is obtained by comparing the diffraction signature of a sample with a database of XRD mineral patterns.
- Page 2 To Connect AC Power to the BTX III CAUTION If an unauthorized power supply cord is used to power the instrument, Olympus cannot guarantee the electrical safety of the equipment. 1. Hold the power supply output plug in the orientation shown, and then insert it into the rear panel Power connector.
- Page 3 Quickly press twice the Stop/Emergency Shutoff button. Stop/Emergency Shutoff button Under normal conditions: a) Select Shut Down from the main menu to power down the BTX III. The display reads: Shutting down... Please wait... b) After the analyzer has shut down, turn the power key to the OFF position.
- Page 4 3. Prepare and load a small amount of material (enough to fill the gap created by the spacer) into the sample carrier cell assembly side A. For more info on preparing and loading samples, see the BTX III User’s Manual (P/N: 10-015490- 01EN).
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Page 5: Equipment Disposal
6. In the main display, select Start Acquisition. 7. Press the Check button ( ) to start the test. Equipment Disposal Before disposing of the BTX III, check your local laws, rules, and regulations, and follow them accordingly. General Warnings CAUTION Instruments with a damaged detector or tube must be returned to your local distributor or the manufacturer. - Page 6 Radiation Profiles Table 1 on page EN-6 represents the typical radiation dose measurements to an operator of the BTX III analyzer. More specific radiation profiles for each instrument can be found on the included USB flash drive. To convert from µSv/h to mR/h, divide the value by 10.
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