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TERRA II
X-Ray Diffraction Analyzer
Getting Started Guide
Intended Use
The TERRA II X-ray diffraction analyzer is a portable 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 TERRA II analyzer for any purpose other than its intended use.
Instruction Manual
Before using the TERRA II analyzer, thoroughly review the TERRA II User's Manual (P/N: 10-015488-
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
• TERRA II analyzer
• AC power adaptor
• Li Ion batteries (4)
• 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
TERRA II — Getting Started Guide
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- Page 1 Getting Started Guide Intended Use The TERRA II X-ray diffraction analyzer is a portable 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 TERRA II 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 with the flat edge in the orientation shown, and then insert it into the Power connector.
- Page 3 Turn the power key to the OFF position. 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 TERRA II analyzer. The display reads: Shutting down... Please wait...
- 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 TERRA II User’s Manual (P/N: 10-015488- 01EN).
- Page 5 6. In the main display, select Start Acquisition. 7. Press the Check button ( ) to start the test. Equipment Disposal Before disposing of the TERRA II, 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 Table 1 on page EN-6 represents the typical radiation dose measurements to an operator of the TERRA II 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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- Page 8 Olympus Scientific Solutions Americas, 48 Woerd Avenue, Waltham, MA 02453, USA www.olympus-ims.com Printed in the United States of America • Copyright © 2019 by Olympus. All rights reserved. Printed on Rolland Hitech50, which contains 50 % post- consumer fiber. *10-015489-01EN* 10-015489-01EN Rev.
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