SPECTRO SPECTROTEST Original Operating Instructions page 12

Safety
Warning! UV radiation!
The arc on the spark stand generates UV radiation. UV radiation may cause
damage to the eyes or skin.
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Use the appropriate sample adapter for samples that are not completely
covered by the spark stand opening.
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Take appropriate protective measures (e.g. wear safety goggles) when the
spark stand or the adapter openings are not fully covered.
Information
A high-voltage pulse ignites the plasma.
After the ignition, an alternating voltage (spark mode) or a direct voltage (arc
mode) is applied to the electrode.
The following table shows the respective voltage ranges:
Spectro test
TXC03 /
TXC35
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When the instrument is switched on, there is an inherent risk of an electrical
emission during a spark test, especially if the sample is removed during the
measuring process.
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For a healthy person, this electrical transmission is of no concern. These
are electromagnetic fields of low intensity. Due to this transmission, the
electromagnetic characteristics of the device may be outside the limits of
EN61326-1 in some areas. As a result, disturbances of radio
transmissions can occur in the immediate (near) range of the
spectrometer. This means, for example, interference during the reception
of radio transmissions is possible (crackling, image disturbances).
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Users of life-sustaining or supporting medical devices (e.g., insulin
pumps, pacemakers, defibrillators, EEG, ECG devices, etc.) should not
be affected by CE-compliant devices. For this group of operators,
however, it is strongly recommended to contact the manufacturer of the
instrument before using the spectrometer!
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High-voltage High-voltage
ignition pulse, ignition pulse,
arc mode spark mode
6 - 12 KV, 1 - 12 KV,
typically 8 KV typically 5 KV
Burning voltage Burning voltage
arc mode spark mode
30 - 60 V, 20 - 200 V,
typically 40 V typically 30 V
SPECTROTEST — 05.12.2017