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- Page 2 The information in this publication is provided for reference only. All information contained in this publication is believed to be correct and complete. Thermo Fisher Scientific shall not be liable for errors contained herein nor for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance or use of this material.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Welcome ........................1 Questions and concerns ..................... 1 Conventions used in this help system ................1 Warranty information ....................2 Purge/desiccation requirement ................... 2 Finding PDF documents ..................... 3 Ordering parts......................3 Safety ........................4 Safety precautions ....................4 Safety labels ...................... - Page 4 Error messages ...................... 37 The computer cannot communicate with the instrument ..........37 The instrument temperature is out of specification ............ 37 OMNIC cannot communicate with the detector ............37 The instrument is not scanning ................38 The MCT detector is warm ..................38 The laser voltage is out of specification ..............
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Page 5: Welcome
Welcome The Thermo Scientific Nicolet™ iS™10 spectrometer has integrated validation features, a powerful software suite, and many other features that make it easy for you to collect data. It was designed to allow you to install optional hardware and perform several service and maintenance procedures yourself, and this help system, or printed documentation, contains detailed information about performing such procedures. -
Page 6: Warranty Information
We recommend that you maintain seal and desiccation and/or purge your instrument at all times. Equipment damage due to failure to maintain seal and desiccation and/or purge is not covered under the warranty. If you have questions about this requirement, please contact us. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... -
Page 7: Finding Pdf Documents
To access these PDFs: 1.—Click the Start button on the Windows ® taskbar. 2.—Click All Programs. 3.—Click the Thermo Scientific OMNIC™ folder. 4.—Click the Documentation folder. 5.—Choose the PDF file you want to open. Ordering parts To order parts, contact us. -
Page 8: Safety
Safety labels The safety labels on your instrument are shown below. To order new labels, contact us. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... -
Page 9: Safety And Electrical Symbols
This is the general data loss or symbol inside a property damage symbol and is blue circle not related to personal injury. Failure to heed these precautions can result in irreparable damage to property or permanent data loss. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... -
Page 10: Indicators And Buttons
This panel also has buttons that allow you to operate the instrument. 1) Humidity indicator 2) Power indicator 3) Scan indicator 4) Macro button 5) Background button 6) Sample button 7) OK/Enter button 8) Stop button Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... -
Page 11: Dangerous Contaminants
You can use your instrument to analyze samples dissolved in solvents, but you must follow the guidelines listed below. These measures will help prolong the life of your instrument and will eliminate the possibility of spectral interference caused by volatile solvent vapors. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... -
Page 12: Checking The Power Supply
AC power sources and adjusts automatically to maintain a consistent VDC output. To avoid injury, only a qualified person using the appropriate measuring device should check the line voltage, current and frequency. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... -
Page 13: Operation
You must use OMNIC to collect data. OMNIC can be started by using the OMNIC shortcut on your system desktop. For additional information, please see the OMNIC help (available through the Help menu in OMNIC) or the printed documentation that came with the system microscope or spectrometer. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... -
Page 14: Setting The Purge Gas Controls
1.—Open the shutoff valve. 2.—Adjust the pressure regulator until the gauge indicates that the pressure is between 0.7 and 1.4 bar (70 to 140 kPa, or 10 to 20 psig). Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... -
Page 15: Aligning Your Spectrometer
Note: A detector dewar should maintain its insulating vacuum for several years. If the vacuum leaks, the insulation will lose effectiveness. Note: Your MCT detector, when cooled according to the following procedure, should remain cool for approximately six hours. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... - Page 16 (A small amount of liquid nitrogen typically spills out of the funnel. This will not harm your instrument.) Fill the funnel and then let it drain completely two or three times. Wait until the vapor plume disappears and then repeat until the dewar is filled. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific...
- Page 17 5.—Wait until the vapor plume disappears, and then replace the plastic stopper and close the dewar cover. 6.—Wait 20 minutes, and then repeat the preceding steps to make sure the dewar is completely filled. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer...
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Page 18: Service
1.—Install a shutoff valve and either a 1/4 inch male fitting or a 3/8 inch female fitting on the purge gas source. (Choose a shutoff valve and fittings that are appropriate for the purge gas source.) Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... - Page 19 3.—Wrap the reducing nipple or the 1/4 inch male fitting with Teflon pipe tape, and then install the pressure coupling. Use a 3/4 inch open-ended wrench to tighten the connection. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer...
- Page 20 4.—Install the purge filter, pressure regulator and flowmeter, and then snap the assembly into the pressure coupling. 5.—Connect the purge kit to your instrument, set the purge gas controls, and then snap the flow coupler into the back of the instrument. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Page 21: Installing A Sample Compartment Extension Kit
3.—Place the sample compartment extension on the front of the sample compartment. Make sure the pins in the same compartment base fit into the holes in the sample compartment extension. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... -
Page 22: Installing Baseplate-Mounted Accessories
The sample holder is designed to accommodate slide-mounted accessories (such as a variable angle ATR) as well as thin film samples and optical filters. To install a slide-mounted accessory: 1.—Slide the accessory into one pair of slots in the standard sample holder. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... -
Page 23: Installing Other Accessories
Use the instructions that came with the accessory to make any adjustments or perform any alignment procedures that are necessary. Note: Please see "Installing a sample" and "Adjusting sample height" for additional information about using baseplate-mounted accessories. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... -
Page 24: Replacing The Power Supply
If the connectors are seated properly and your instrument still does not function normally, contact us for assistance. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... -
Page 25: Replacing Or Changing The Source
2.—Use the 4-in-1 tool, with the small Philips bit installed, to loosen the screws that hold the source in place. (The screws are captive, so you only need to loosen them until they spin freely.) Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... - Page 26 4.—Insert the new source. Once the source is inserted, push it gently until the pin in the source holder fits into the notch in the base of the source. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Page 27: Installing Sidewall Adapters
Note: To remove a sidewall adapter, press the adapter ring toward the sidewall to compress the purge gasket and then slide the adapter up out of the clips on the side of the sample compartment. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... -
Page 28: Maintaining Your Instrument
Notice: Do not touch any printed circuit board in your instrument (such as the circuit board on the detector). Notice: Do not remove replacement components from their protective packaging until you are ready to install that component in your instrument. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... -
Page 29: Maintaining Detector Dewars
Notice: We recommend that you maintain seal and desiccation and/or purge your instrument at all times. Equipment damage due to failure to maintain seal and desiccation and/or purge is not covered under the warranty. If you have questions about this requirement, please contact Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... -
Page 30: Replacing The Humidity Indicator
2.—Peel the backing off of the indicator holder, and then, as shown below, press the round, blue indicator onto the adhesive on the holder. Place the new indicator and holder over the indicator opening, and press down gently to make sure it is sealed. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... -
Page 31: Replacing The Desiccant
1.—Open the tool compartment, and use the 4-in-1 tool, with the large Philips bit installed, to loosen the captive screw in the desiccant cover. Lift off the desiccant compartment cover and put it in a safe place. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... -
Page 32: Regenerating The Desiccant
Notice: Make sure the insulated cloth or hot pad you use to handle the regenerated desiccant canisters is not contaminated with substances that could be absorbed by the desiccant and subsequently released into your instrument. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... -
Page 33: Checking And Changing The Purge Gas Filter
Equipment damage due to failure to maintain seal and desiccation and/or purge is not covered under the warranty. If you have questions about this requirement, please contact Time needed: 5 minutes or less Tools needed: None Note: To order parts, contact us. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... - Page 34 1.—Turn off the purge gas at the main valve. Do not turn down the flowmeter or the pressure regulator. 2.—Remove the plastic bowl that houses the filter. (You can unscrew the bowl by hand.) Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific...
- Page 35 3.—Remove the filter. (You can unscrew the filter by hand.) 4.—Install the new filter. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer...
- Page 36 Note: You may notice increased levels of water and carbon dioxide in spectra collected immediately after you have had the purge gas turned off. If this interferes with your data, wait 15 to 60 minutes until purge is completely re-established. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific...
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Page 37: Troubleshooting
AC power source. Order a new power cord if necessary. 4.—Check the ground prong on the power cord. If the ground prong has been removed or is defective, replace the power cord. 5.—Contact us for assistance. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... -
Page 38: The Scan Indicator Flashes Intermittently
If the laser frequency is outside the specified range, contact us to have the electronics module and/or laser replaced. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... -
Page 39: The System Scans Normally But The Signal Intensity Is Very Low
6.—If the power to your instrument was recently turned on, allow 1 hour for the temperature to stabilize. 7.—If the instrument has a cooled detector and the detector dewar was recently filled, allow the detector to cool. 8.—Contact us for assistance. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... -
Page 40: The Alignment Fails
If the cable is loose or disconnected, reconnect it. Turn your instrument on, and wait until the start-up diagnostics finish. Then turn on the computer and restart OMNIC. 3.—Contact us for assistance. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... -
Page 41: Error Messages
20 and 22 ºC (68 and 72 ºF). 3.—Make sure the power supply vents are not blocked. 4.—Contact us for assistance. OMNIC cannot communicate with the detector If OMNIC cannot communicate with the spectrometer, contact us for assistance. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... -
Page 42: The Instrument Is Not Scanning
8.—Contact us for assistance. The MCT detector is warm 1.—Cool the detector. 2.—Check the detector dewar for signs of leaks. If necessary, contact us to restore the dewar vacuum. 3.—Contact us for assistance. Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... -
Page 43: The Laser Voltage Is Out Of Specification
1.—Check to see if the source is properly seated in its holder. 2.—Replace the source. 3.—Contact us for assistance. The power supply voltages are out of tolerance 1.—Replace the power supply. 2.—Contact us for assistance. Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer... -
Page 44: Index
14, 26 checking and changing for purge gas Smart Accessory finding replacing PDF documents desiccant packs flowmeter humidity indicator setting power supply source hardware problems 49, 51, 53, 55 replacing 29, 31, 40 Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer Thermo Fisher Scientific... - Page 45 25, 26 sample holder technical support removing troubleshooting topics 49, 51, 53, 55 service 7, 11 turning on setting purge gas controls warranty shut down sidewall adapter Thermo Fisher Scientific Using Your Nicolet iS10 Spectrometer...
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