Read them in addition to this quick start guide. Be sure to read the safety instructions in this quick start guide before operating the unit. MACHEREY-NAGEL ® The NANOCOLOR Advance is a spectrophotometer for mobile and stationary eval- uation of MACHEREY-NAGELtest kits.
NOTICE Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may result in malfunction or damage to the device. Information that clarifies facts in the text and that requires special attention. Explanation of symbols This symbol indicates that there is a risk of electric shock. This symbol indicates that the designated area can become hot and should not be touched without suitable protective measures.
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Specification Description Photometric linearity: < 0.5 % at 0.5–2.0 Abs; ≤ 1 % at > 2 Abs with neutral glass filters at 546 nm Stray light: < 0.5 % Measurement modes: More than 200 preprogrammed tests and special methods; 99 free programmable methods; Absorbance; Transmission; Factor;...
Initial operation Step 1: Power supply CAUTION Multiple hazards: Only qualified personnel should carry out instructions described in this step. WARNING Risk of electric shock: Make sure that the power cord is not damaged. Check the suitability of the power source for the equipment. CAUTION Risk of injury due to the danger of tipping over due to slipping.
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The spectrophotometer is equipped with an internal rechargeable battery, which is locked for transport. To deactivate the locking, the instrument must be connected to a power source before it is switched on for the first time. Fully charge the battery afterwards. Remove the interface cover on the left side of the device to connect the power plug (Fig.
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The device has a cuvette slot in which different types of cuvettes can be inserted by using adapters. The cuvette adapter for 16 mm test tubes and rectangular cuvettes (adapter A) is installed on delivery. The cuvette slot cover is also attached.
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Perform the test according to the instruc- ® REF: 985026 NANOCOLOR COD 160 tions of the respective test kit (Fig. 6). Read Overview Qualitycontrol Thetestissuitableforthephotometricdeterminationofthechemi- Themeasurementofablankvalueandastandardisrecommended caloxygendemand(COD).ThetestisinaccordancewithDINISO beforeeverymeasuringseriesasqualitycontrolmeasure. them carefully to obtain accurate and reliable 15705–H45andisequivalenttoEPAStandardMethod5220D. Qualitydata: Thistestissuitableforwater,wastewaterandsludge. Thefollowingdataweredeterminedduringproductionaccordingto • Measuringrange:15–160mg/LO (method0261) ISO8466-1andDIN38402-A51: results.
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Step 6: Result screen The end of the measurement is announced by an acoustic signal. The measurement result is shown on the display (Fig. 8). In addition to the measurement result, information on wave- length, absorbance and interfering turbidity is also given, depending on the settings.
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Absorbance measurement absorbance measurement can performed within the wavelength range of 340–800 nm for up to 20 different wave- lengths simultaneously. By selecting Basic functions > Absorbance, the desired wave- λ lengths can be entered via (Fig. 10). Confirm the entry with clicking on "Enter". The entered value is accepted in the list.
Advance can be checked with the NANOCONTROL NANOCHECK 2.0 color solutions (REF 925703) offered by MACHEREY-NAGEL.The halogen lamp can be checked by the internal lamp check (see detailed operating instructions of the device). The wavelength accuracy can be checked with the integrated holmium oxide filter (see detailed operating instructions of the device).
MACHEREY-NAGEL. Troubleshooting Depending on the operating status, different messages can be displayed. The source of the error can be either an operating error or a malfunction of the device. In case of recurring errors, contact MACHEREY-NAGEL. Error Cause Solution...
Shipping the device NOTICE If the battery is damaged, the device must not be shipped. Contact MACHEREY-NAGEL. NOTICE When the equipment is shipped, the outer carton must be marked to indicate lithium ion batteries in equipment (UN 3481). If you have any questions about shipping the unit, follow the instructions in the complete manual of the unit or contact MACHEREY-NAGEL.
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