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MicroStar 022 Mass Spectrometer
Installation Guide
022-42800-00
July 2009

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  • Page 1 MicroStar 022 Mass Spectrometer Installation Guide 022-42800-00 July 2009...
  • Page 2 PrismaPlus, Quadera, and TAMS are trademarks of Pfeiffer Vacuum. © Micromeritics Instrument Corporation 2009. All rights reserved.
  • Page 3 MICROMERITICS shall not be liable for consequential or other type damages resulting from the use of any of its products other than the liability stated above. This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for use.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    MicroStar 022 Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ..............1 Unpacking and Inspection .

  • Page 7: Introduction

    If equipment is damaged or lost in transit, you are required to make note of the damage or loss on the freight bill. The freight carrier, not Micromeritics, is responsible for all damage or loss occurring during shipment. If you discover damage or loss of equipment during shipment, report the condition to the carrier immediately.
  • Page 8 MicroStar 022 Pack the instrument in its original shipping carton if possible. If the original carton is unavailable, for a nominal fee, Micromeritics can provide another carton for your use. Failure to package your instrument properly may result in shipping damage.

  • Page 9: Installation

    MicroStar 022 Installation Installation These instructions are for basic installation of the MicroStar system. If you are connecting the MicroStar to the AutoChem, complete the basic installation of the MicroStar, then refer to Appendix A, page 2-21 for information on interface with the AutoChem.
  • Page 10 Installation MicroStar 022 b. Locate the voltage selector switch on the front side of the forepump. c. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, rotate the selector switch to the 110 position (for 100 to 120 operation). d. Place the cover onto the system and reinsert the screws to secure the cover.
  • Page 11 MicroStar 022 Installation Loosen the four captive screws on the capillary inlet access plate (located on the upper front panel), then remove the plate. Captive screws Locate a Teflon front ferrule, a nylon rear ferrule, and a stainless steel nut in the Accessories kit.
  • Page 12 Installation MicroStar 022 Select the appropriate cable and connect one end to the ethernet connector on the rear panel of the MicroStar. Ethernet connector Power switch Power inlet Connect the other end of the ethernet cable to the destination device.

  • Page 13: Installing The Software

    MicroStar 022 Installation Installing the Software The MicroStar system includes Quadera software and TAMS software. The Quadera software is used to configure connections for the MicroStar. The TAMS software is used primarily for operating the MicroStar, but does require some configuration. Manuals for each program will be installed in their respective directory.
  • Page 14 Installation MicroStar 022 After installation of these programs, the Setup Type dialog is displayed. Enter the license key in this field. Select the Full option; enter the license key provided on the Software License Agreement for the Quadera software. Click ;...
  • Page 15 MicroStar 022 Installation TAMS Install the software: Insert the CD containing the TAMS software into the CD-ROM drive. Select Start > Run; the Run dialog is displayed. Click and navigate to your CD-ROM drive. Browse Double-click on Setup.exe to start the setup program. Follow the instructions displayed on the screens;...
  • Page 16 Installation MicroStar 022 After the Registry is updated, configure the Windows Firewall to allow TAMS to operate. Open the Control Panel on the computer. Click to open the firewall dialog, then click the Exceptions tab. Windows Firewall Jul 09...
  • Page 17 MicroStar 022 Installation Click Add Program to display the following dialog. Select TAMS , then click TAMS is added to the firewall exceptions list. Click to close the dialog. Close the Control Panel dialog. Jul 09...

  • Page 18: Configuration

    Configuration MicroStar 022 Configuration Ethernet Before proceeding: • Disconnect all ethernet cables, including any network cables, except the one connecting the MicroStar and the computer • Disable any wireless connection Access the computer Control Panel and select Network Connections; the Network Connections dialog is displayed.

  • Page 19: Software

    MicroStar 022 Configuration Software You may receive a security message concerning these programs; if so, allow access and continue with configuration. Quadera Start the Quadera program. Select Device > Device Setup; the Device Setup dialog is displayed. Click the Search button;...
  • Page 20 Configuration MicroStar 022 Click Apply , then Close to close the dialog. Close the Quadera program. TAMS You may receive an error message the first time you start the TAMS software. This is because the MicroStar is not configured with TAMS. Click Continue; you should not see this message after configuration is complete.

  • Page 21: Maintenance

    MicroStar 022 Maintenance Maintenance Changing the Filter The air filter should be inspected every 30 days (more often in environments with increased levels of dust); replace if necessary. A supply of air filters is provided in the accessories shipped with the MicroStar. Refer...

  • Page 22: Servicing The Pump

    Maintenance MicroStar 022 Remove and discard the old filters; replace with new ones from your accessories kit. Replace the retainer cover. Replace the lower front panel; insert and tighten the six screws. Servicing the Pump It is recommended that the internal forepump be serviced every 12 months. Refer to...
  • Page 23 MicroStar 022 Maintenance Disconnect the tubing from the pump using a 9/16-in. hex wrench. Turn the hex nut counterclockwise until the connector (with tubing attached) is released from the pump. Knurled nut Hex nut Do not remove the knurled nut. Doing so could damage the tubing.
  • Page 24 Maintenance MicroStar 022 When servicing is complete, reattach the pump to the MicroStar. a. Place the pump back into the MicroStar. b. Reinsert the four retaining screws into their proper position of the pump tray; tighten each screw. c. Reattach the tubing connector; tighten with a hex wrench.

  • Page 25: Ordering Information

    Replacement parts for the MicroStar can be ordered using one of the following methods: • Call our Customer Service Department at (770) 662-3636 • Access our web site at www.micromeritics.com • Contact your local sales representative When ordering, please use the information provided below to place your order:...

  • Page 27: Appendix A Autochem - Micostar Interface

    . A cable (Micromeritics’ part number 022-63802-00) has been specifically designed to provide the hardware interface between the two instruments. The single-connector end of the cable is attached to the mass spectrometer with an extension cable (Micromeritics’ part number 003-60634-00). The double-connector end (consisting of small and large connectors) of the cable is connected to the AutoChem.
  • Page 28 Appendix A MicroStar 022 In the TAMS program, click the IO 220 tab. Observe the Sample Temperature reading on the AutoChem Instrument Schematic. and stabilizes: When the sample temperature reaches approximately 100 °C Record the Sample Temperature from the AutoChem in Table l as Reading 1.
  • Page 29 MicroStar 022 Appendix A Table 1. Temperature Readings Reading AutoChem TAMS IO 220 Sample Temperature (in mV) In the AutoChem software, right-click on the furnace icon, then select Set Temperature. Perform the following steps: a. Enter 450 in the Set point field.
  • Page 30 Appendix A MicroStar 022 Using the values recorded in Table 1, calculate the slope and intercept. An example is shown below. The formula for temperature is: T = M * (mV) + b where M = slope b = intercept...
  • Page 31 MicroStar 022 Appendix A 10. In the TAMS program, click the Configuration tab. 11. Click Configuration to display the AI LookUpCurve Editor dialog. 12. Click formula Jul 09...
  • Page 32 Appendix A MicroStar 022 13. Enter the formula derived in Step 9 for temperature scaling in the equation field. The semicolon must be included at the end of the equation. 14. Click Done to close the formula dialog, then click...

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