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  • Page 1 Microwave Reaction System Operation Manual  ...
  • Page 2 CEM Corporation CEM is a registered trademark of CEM Corporation. One Touch Technology is a registered trademark of CEM Corporation One Touch, PowerMAX, DuoTemp, EnergySeal, SynergyPrep, and Thermo-Optic are all trademarks of CEM Corporation.
  • Page 3 The use of vessels and vessel components other than original CEM parts will put operators and equipment at risk. CEM will not assume any liability for use of these parts and all warranties, either written or implied, will immediately become void.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Operating Precautions ................................... 1 Introduction ......................................2 General Safety ...................................... 3 Compounds Unsuitable for Closed Vessel Microwave Digestion ......................4 Chemical Safety Concerns at High Temperature ..........................4 Installation ......................................5 Tools Required ....................................5 Installation Site ....................................5 Instrument Setup ....................................
  • Page 5 Ordering Information ..................................... 92 Specifications ......................................93 Warranty ........................................ 95...

  • Page 6: Operating Precautions

    Operating Precautions The MARS 6 must be grounded. In the event of an electrical short circuit, grounding reduces the risk of electric shock by providing an escape wire for electric current. This instrument is equipped with a cord having a grounding wire with a grounding plug.

  • Page 7: Introduction

    A sample placed inside a microwave transparent vessel with a polar liquid or ionic solution (usually an acid) in the MARS 6 is subjected to rapid heating and elevated pressures, causing the sample to digest or dissolve in a short time.

  • Page 8: General Safety

    If the MARS 6 is equipped with a sample stirrer, some danger exists if a pacemaker is positioned in close proximity to the instrument cavity. If the MARS 6 is equipped with IR sensors, each IR window or lens in the cavity floor should be cleaned weely or after any spillage by wiping each lens with a damp soft cloth.

  • Page 9: Compounds Unsuitable For Closed Vessel Microwave Digestion

    Absence of a particular chemical compound from this list does not imply microwave acid decomposition of such a sample is safe under all conditions. CEM will not be responsible for damage to equipment and facilities or personal injuries resulting from microwave digestion of such compounds/samples.

  • Page 10: Installation

    Installation The MARS 6 instrument should be installed on a laboratory work bench with access to a fume hood or other means of fume disposal. Tools Required Lab Coat Gloves Eye Protection Installation Site To install the MARS 6, choose a location that: provides at least 8 in.

  • Page 11: Instrument Setup

    Carefully check the packing list(s) and the contents of shipping cartons to verify that all items listed are included. If any items are missing, notify CEM Corporation or a local subsidiary or distributor in the appropriate area of any discrepancies.
  • Page 12 10. Select the “System Menu” icon in the bottom right corner of the screen. 11. Select “Settings.” 12. Select “System.” 13. Scroll the System screen to display “Power.”...
  • Page 14 17. Select the “Save” icon in the upper right corner of the screen to save the proper line voltage. Note: The MARS 6 instrument requires 208/230 VAC, 60 Hz, 15A @ 208 VAC or 220/240 VAC, 50 Hz, 15A @ 240 VAC, single phase power.

  • Page 15: Inspection

    If the instrument has been damaged in shipping, contact the freight carrier to report damage and to file a damage report. Contact the CEM Service Department or the local subsidiary or distributor to report damage and to request service information.

  • Page 16: Instrument Description

    Touch Screen Display - shows menus, method parameters, etc. Door Seal - ensures tight fit between door and interior cavity of the MARS 6 to prevent microwave leakage. Turntable Drive Lug - allows the turntable drive shaft to pass through the cavity floor and engage the turntable.
  • Page 17 ESP-1500 Plus Waveguide Guide Block Vessel Cover Counting Sensor Turntable Recognition Sensor Waveguide MTS-300 ESP-1500 Plus Cover Connector Connector Port Outer Inner Vessel IR Sensor Counting Sensor Turntable Recognition Sensor Outer Vessel Counting Sensor Floor Inner IR Sensor Turntable Drive Lug...
  • Page 18 Optional External Internal Sensor Printer Port Communication Access Door Fuses Cavity Exhaust Blower Motor High Voltage Cooling Fan Cavity Exhaust Outlet Power Switch Power Cord Receptacle Nameplate High Voltage Cooling Fan Power Switch - turns AC power on and off to the instrument. Cavity Exhaust Outlet - exhausts fumes from the microwave cavity.

  • Page 19: Turntable Drive System

    During system operation, the ESP-1500 Plus measures pressure as forces inside the vessel are transmitted via the pressure line and press directly on the load cell. It sends a pressure signal from the load cell mechanism to the MARS 6 electronic control which determines microwave energy delivery based on method heating requirements.

  • Page 20: Standard Temperature Control System

    Optional Temperature Control System The MARS 6 system is also designed for use with an optional infrared control system. This system is optional for use with certain vessel sets. With this system, two infrared temperature sensors are located below the cavity floor.

  • Page 21: Optional Tempguard™/Duotemp™ Sensor

    CEM recommends that the user attempt to install. Mostly and Partially – These printers MAY work with the MARS 6 in a limited capacity. They must be tested to determine whether or not the functionality required for the instrument is available.
  • Page 22 9. If the test page printed properly, answer “Yes.” On the following screen, select “Yes” or “No” to make the printer the current printer for the instrument. The MARS 6 will complete the printer installation and display the new printer as the current printer on the screen accessed in steps 3 and 4 above.

  • Page 23: Software Icon And Keyboard Reference Guide

    CEM folder. Methods created by a current operator are displayed with a blue silhouette of a person. Methods created by someone other than the current user or CEM are displayed with a white silhouette of a person in a blue folder.

  • Page 24: One Touch Methods Vs Classic Methods

    One Touch Methods vs. Classic Methods One Touch Methods supplied with a MARS 6 are methods created by CEM Applications Specialists. This takes the guesswork out of method creation and sample preparation. With these methods, one touch (selecting the method) determines all of the parameters, adjusts power output, and performs the digestion for all major sample types.

  • Page 25: Create One-Touch Method

    Create One Touch Method Creation of a method for use in the MARS 6 requires knowledge and selection of the method control type, vessel type, and sample type for some vessels as well as temperature and pressure control options. Note: Throughout the text of this manual, the word “select” is used to indicate “touch.”...
  • Page 26 4. Using the keypad, select the name of the method being created. Note: To toggle between upper and lower case letters for the method name, select the “shift” key on the keypad. To toggle to numbers and symbols for the method name, select “alt”...
  • Page 27 11. Select “Hold Time.” 12. Select the appropriate time (0 – 59 minutes and 59 seconds) to hold the sample at the temperature chosen in step 6. 13. Select “OK.” 14. If applicable, select “Sample Prep Notes.” 15. Using the keyboard, enter any specific notes for the method. Note: To toggle between upper and lower case letters for the notes, select the “shift”...
  • Page 28 17. If any parameters require revisions, select “Previous.” Once the method parameters are entered properly, the MARS 6 will complete all other necessary information to perform the method with one touch. 18. Save the method by selecting the disk icon at the top of the screen. Once the method is saved, the disk icon will...

  • Page 29: Create Classic Method

    Create Classic Method Creation of a method for use in the MARS 6 requires knowledge and selection of the method control type, vessel type, and sample type for some vessels as well as temperature and pressure control options. Note: Throughout the text of this manual, the word “select” is used to indicate “touch.”...
  • Page 30 Select “Name” to name the method being created. The keypad will appear on the screen. 4. Using the keypad, select the name of the method being created. Note: To toggle between upper and lower case letters for the method name, select the “shift” key on the keypad. To toggle to numbers and symbols for the method name, select “alt”...
  • Page 31 Note: If the MARS 6 is equipped with an MTS-300 or Xpress temperature control, CEM recommends the use of “Ramp to Temperature” control. 8. Touch “Select Vessel Type” to select the desired vessel to be used with the method (Xpress, Xpress Plus, Omni/XP 1500, HP 500, QXP, GreenChem, GlassChem, ACV/LEV/QDV, UDV/HDV, PFA, CleanChem, HTV, EasyPrep, EasyPrep Plus, UltraPrep or Beaker).
  • Page 32 11. Select the desired sample type [Organic, Inorganic, Water, Environmental (Digestion), Environmental (Extraction), Environmental (Glass)]. 12. If applicable, select “Sample Prep Notes.” 13. Using the keyboard, enter any specific notes for the method. Note: To toggle between upper and lower case letters for the notes, select the “shift”...
  • Page 33 15. Select “Add/Edit Stages” to enter method parameters based on the control type selected for the method as illustrated in the screens below. Note: If Evaporation is selected as the control mechanism, the Pressure column will be replaced by a programmable temperature delta as illustrated in the above screen.
  • Page 34 If no control is selected, the instrument will not accept any pressure or temperature. The following table indicates the maximum pressure and temperature for each vessel which can be utilized in the MARS 6 instrument. Vessel Type Maximum Temperature ( ºC)
  • Page 35 19. To add an additional stage for the method, touch the “+” on the screen. 20. Repeat the above steps for each stage (5 maximum) of the method. 21. To edit the initial method parameters, select “Edit Method.” 22. To edit the parameters of a stage, select (touch and highlight) the appropriate stage. Select “Edit Stage Parameters.”...
  • Page 36 27. Select “OK” to return to the following screen. 28. Select “Edit Method.” 29. Select “Name” and rename and save the method using the instructions outlined.

  • Page 37: Edit Method

    Edit Method From the MARS 6 home screen, select “Classic Methods.” 2. Scroll through the methods until the desired method is visible. Touch and hold (long touch) the method to be edited. Select the edit icon (pencil) at the top of the screen.

  • Page 38: Review Method Information

    When a method is edited and saved, the original method is no longer available in the instrument memory. Review Method Information From the MARS 6 home screen, select “Classic Methods” or “One Touch Methods.” One Touch Methods 2. Scroll through the methods until the desired method is visible. Touch and hold (long touch) the method to be reviewed.
  • Page 39 4. Scroll the “Method Information” screen to view the remainder of the method information as illustrated below.

  • Page 40: Delete Method

    Delete Method From the MARS 6 home screen, select “Classic Methods.” 1. Scroll through the methods until the desired method is visible. Touch and hold (long touch) the method to be deleted. 2. Select (touch) the “X” icon at the top of the screen. The following screen will appear.

  • Page 41: Perform Method

    1. Prepare the vessels selected for the digestion in accordance with procedures outlined in the vessel manual. Note: Minimum volume for the MARS 6 cavity is 10 mL of acid or 50 mL of water. 2. From the MARS 6 home screen, select either “One Touch Methods” or “Classic Methods.”...
  • Page 42 Note: The vessels can be installed into the turntable prior to turntable installation into the instrument cavity. 5. If using temperature and/or pressure control, ensure that the appropriate sensors are installed in the control vessel prior to placing the control vessel into the MARS 6 cavity.
  • Page 43 The use of vessels and vessel components other than original CEM parts will put operators and equipment at risk. CEM will not assume any liability for use of these parts and all warranties, either written or implied, will immediately become void. CEM vessels can only be purchased direct from CEM or through its authorized dealer network.
  • Page 44 11. Select “START.” The instrument will begin the method according to the selected parameters – initializing, ramping, holding, cooling, etc. MTS-300 Temperature Control 12. If the instrument door is not properly closed or is opened during performance of a method, the following screen will be displayed.
  • Page 45 Duo-Temp (MTS-300 and Infrared) Control Ramping to Specified Temperature Holding at Specified Temperature 14. If “Pause” is selected during performance of a method, the following screen will be displayed. 15. Select “Continue” to resume the method following a pause.
  • Page 46 16. To display a graph of the current status of the method on the screen, select the applicable graph on the left side of the screen or the applicable icon on the right side of the screen. 17. To print the method information displayed on the screen using the optional internal printer at any time during the method performance, select the “print”...
  • Page 47 Power/Time Graph Temperature/Time Graph Temperature in Vessel Graph...
  • Page 48 WARNING CEM Corporation recommends that a post-method cool down time be used for each digestion performed in the MARS 6 instrument to prevent the possibility of operator burns or acid spills.

  • Page 49: Retrieve Data From Previous Method Performance

    Retrieve Data from Previous Method Performance From the MARS 6 home screen, select “Classic Methods” or “One Touch Methods.” 2. Scroll through the methods until the desired method is visible. Touch and hold (long touch) the method from which the data is to be used.
  • Page 50 4. Select “View Run Data.” 5. Scroll through the method run data screen to view all available information. If the instrument is equipped with a printer, select the “print” icon at top of the screen to print any of the run data information.

  • Page 51: Selection Of Single Or Multiple Methods For Export And/Or Deletion

    Selection of Single or Multiple Methods for Export and/or Deletion Export Single/Multiple Methods From the MARS 6 home screen, select “Classic Methods” or “One Touch Methods.” 2. Scroll through the methods until the first desired method is visible. Touch and hold (long touch) the method.
  • Page 52 3. Select (touch) the “Screen Context Menu” icon at the top right of the screen. The following screen will appear. 4. Select “Multi Select.” Note: If a single method is to be exported or deleted, select (touch) “Single Select.” The last method selected will be the only method to remain selected.

  • Page 53: Delete Single/Multiple Methods

    8. Install a USB flash drive in one of the USB ports. 9. Select “Export” from the Screen Context Menu to export the selected methods to the USB flash drive. 10. If a USB flash drive is not installed, the following screen will appear. Note: TempGuard™...
  • Page 54 4. Select “Start.” Once the method is complete, press the “Home” icon. 5. From the “Home Screen,” select the “One Touch” or “Classic” (touch and hold) method performed in step 4. 6. Touch the Screen Context Menu icon. 7. Select “View Run Data.” 8.
  • Page 55 System Menu Tools From the MARS 6 home screen, select (touch) the “System Menu” icon in the bottom right corner of the screen. 1. Select “Tools.” 2. Select “System.” Touch and scroll through the “System” information to view “Status” and “Service Dates.”...
  • Page 56 3. Select “Diagnostics.” 4. To test the turntable rotation, cavity blower, mag fans and/or stirrer, toggle (select) “On. The applicable component will turn on. Select “Off” to stop the test. To turn the cavity lights on or off, toggle the “On” or “Off” selection.
  • Page 57 7. Select “IR.” 8. The IR tool is provided for calibration of the IR sensors. Refer to “Temperature Calibration (IR Sensors) in the “Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Service” section of this manual for instructions for performing calibration of the IR sensors. 9.
  • Page 58 12. Select the “filter” icon in the top right hand corner of the screen to select options for display of the activity log. 13. To select a user rather than an administrator, select “Administrator.” 14. Select either “All Users.” “Administrator” or a specific user. Once the user is selected, the following screen will appear.

  • Page 59: Update Manager

    15. To check activity during specific dates, select “Start Date.” 16. Select the month, day and year. Select “OK.” 17. Repeat this procedure to select the “End Date.” Select “OK.” 18. Once the user and start and end dates are selected, select “OK” to return to the Activity Log screen. 19.

  • Page 60: Settings

    Information and instrument parameters in the “Settings” portion of the MARS 6 software can be revised only by a user with Administrator rights. 25. From the MARS 6 home screen, select (touch) the “System Menu” icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.
  • Page 61 28. Scroll the General screen to reveal the Service “Maintenance Date” and “CEM Information” screen. The maintenance date can be revised only by a CEM Certified Service Engineer. 29. Select “Contact Us” for CEM contact information. 30. Select “Legal Notice” for the copyright information pertaining to the software installed in the instrument.
  • Page 62 38. Once the audio, key click, display, and screen saver parameters are selected, touch the disk icon at the top of the screen to save the system settings. Once the settings are saved, the disk icon will be grayed out. CAUTION To lengthen the lifetime of the display, CEM recommends that a screen saver time be used at all times.

  • Page 63: Localization

    39. Scroll the System screen to display “Power.” 40. Select “Line Voltage.” 41. Select and highlight the proper voltage for the instrument – 208V or 230V. 42. Select “OK.” 43. Select “Localization.”...
  • Page 64 44. To display the available languages (Deutsch, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese, Russian, or Japanese), select the drop-down menu by touching the displayed language. 45. Select the desired language. 46. Select “OK.” 47. Select “Date Format.” 48. To display the available date formats - select the drop-down menu by touching the displayed date format. 49.
  • Page 65 54. Select “Pressure.” 55. Select the desired format for displaying method pressures (PSI or BAR). 56. Select “OK.” 57. Once all regional and unit parameters are selected, touch the disk icon at the top of the screen to save the selected parameters.

  • Page 66: Users

    62. If the time displayed on the screen is incorrect, select “Time.” 63. Scroll through the hour, minute and AM or PM and select the appropriate time. 64. Select “OK.” 65. Once the date and time are properly displayed, select the disk icon at the top of the screen. Once the date and time are saved, the disk icon will be grayed out.
  • Page 67 68. To reset the password for the user or administrator who is logged in, select “Reset Password” from either of the above screens. 69. Select (touch) “Enter current password.” 70. Using the keypad, enter the current administrator or user password. 71.
  • Page 68 75. If an incorrect password has been entered, select “OK” and return to the Reset Password screen to enter the correct password. 76. If the password has been entered correctly, the Reset Password screen will appear as illustrated above in step 72.
  • Page 69 80. To add a new user, select “Add User.” 81. Select “User Name.” 82. Using the keypad, enter the appropriate user name. Once the user name is entered, select “hide” to close the keypad. 83. Select the arrow beside “Select Group.”...
  • Page 70 84. Select the appropriate level for the user – Administrator or User. 85. Select “OK” to return to the “Users” screen. 86. Select “Password.” 87. Using the keypad, enter the user password. 88. Select “hide” to close the keypad. 89. Select “Confirm Password.” 90.
  • Page 71 92. Once all information is entered properly, select “Add” to add the user to the instrument software. 93. To edit a user’s information, select the edit icon for the user. 94. Edit the user’s information as outlined above for adding a user. 95.
  • Page 72 96. Select “Yes” to delete the user’s ability to access the instrument data. 97. Select “Run.” Based on the setting for the Data Output, one of the two following screens will appear. 98. Data output can be sent to a PC or USB flash drive. Select “On” or “Off” for data output. 99.
  • Page 73 102. The method of printing data can be selected by turning “Graph,” “Data,” and/or “Report” “On” or “Off.” 103. Once the method of printing is selected, select “Save.” 104. Scroll the “Run” screen upward to display the selections for “Data Report.” 105.
  • Page 74 107. Scroll the “Run” screen upward to display “Data Interval,” “Mode,” and “Door Lock.” 108. Select the Data Interval “Time” – 5 to 60 seconds in increments of 5. 109. Select “OK.” 110. Select the Cool Down “Mode.” 111. Select “OK.”...
  • Page 75 112. If desisred, select the Cool Down “Time” – 10 to 120 in increments of 5. Default cool-down time is 15 minutes. 113. Select “OK.” 114. If the instrument is equipped with the door lock assembly option, toggle the Door Lock “On” or “Off.” 115.
  • Page 76 116. Select the turntable “Default Position.” Note: The turntable default position is based on the user’s preference for loading and unloading the vessel turntable. 117. Select the desired turntable default position (Front, Right Front, Right, Right Back, Back, Left Back, Left, and Left Front).
  • Page 77 123. Select “Temperature.” Note: The temperature increments are 1, 5 or 10. If the temperature parameter increment is set for 1, when programming a method, the temperature can be chosen in 1 degree increments. If the temperature parameter increment is set for 5 or 10, the temperature can be selected in 5 or 10 degree increments, etc.

  • Page 78: Sensors

    128. Select “OK.” 129. Select “Sensors.” Note: The sensor screen permits identification, on/off settings and calibration for the system sensors (Fiber Optic, Reactiguard, Exhaust, IR and Pressure). 130. If a fiber optic probe is installed in the instrument, the above screen will display the GF number of the sensor. 131.
  • Page 79 135. Using the keyboard, enter the temperature of the fiber optic probe measured and recorded in step 126. 136. Place a thermometer in the beaker of water to measure the temperature of the water. Record the measured temperature on the thermometer. 137.
  • Page 80 141. Select Exhaust “Type” to select the type of sensor installed on the exhaust (None, Acid or Solvent). No Sensor Acid Sensor Solvent Sensor 142. Scroll the Sensor setting screen to reveal IR and Pressure information. Note: The “IR” and “Pressure” sections of the Sensors screen provide the IR sensor(s) and pressure calibrations. Refer to the calibration documentation in the “Maintenance, Troubleshooting and Service”...

  • Page 81: Printing

    145. Select “Print Test Page” to print a test page to ensure that the optional internal printer is operating properly. 146. Select “Networking” to display the IP address of the instrument. 147. From the MARS 6 home screen, select the “System Menu” icon in the bottom right corner of the screen. Video...
  • Page 82 148. Select “Video.” 149. Select the title of the video to view (ex. “EP Cntrl Vessel”). 150. Select the title of the video to view (Power Test”). 151. Once the video is selected, select “Play.” 152. During the video, select “Stop” to stop the video or “Pause” to pause it. 153.

  • Page 83: Maintenance, Troubleshooting And Service

    This section covers routine maintenance, troubleshooting and minor parts replacement. For service and repair, contact the CEM Service Department or local CEM subsidiary or distributor. A routine preventive maintenance program is recommended to ensure optimum performance of the MARS 6.

  • Page 84: Microwave Leakage Measurement

    U.S. law (5 mW/cm2). 2. The door of the MARS 6 is equipped with a safety interlock system which stops the generation of microwave energy when the door is opened or ajar. If the interlock system fails, a monitoring mechanism will blow the fuse(s) through which power is supplied to the magnetron, rendering the microwave power system inoperable.

  • Page 85: Microwave Power Measurement

    Use the following procedure to determine actual power output wattage. 1. Install the turntable in the microwave cavity. 2. From the MARS 6 home screen, select the “System Menu” icon in the bottom right corner of the screen. 3. Select “Tools.”...
  • Page 86 8. Select “OK.” 9. Select “Power (%).” 10. Select the desired percentage of power to be used for the power test (0 – 100 in increments of 5). CEM Corporation recommends the use of 100% power for the power test.
  • Page 87 Note: In order to perform an IEC power test, specialized equipment is required. CEM Corporation has provided this power test as a means of comparison between MARS 6 instruments. The above power test incorporates a factor to convert the results of this test into an IEC wattage. Actual IEC power tests using specialized equipment are performed at CEM...

  • Page 88: Temperature Calibration (Ir Sensors)

    3. Plug the Intelli-Temp calibrator into an electrical outlet close enough to the instrument for it to be placed on the instrument floor. Permit the calibrator to warm until the “Ready” light is illuminated. 4. With the MARS 6 home screen displayed, select the System Menu icon at the bottom right corner of the screen. 5. Select “Tools.”...
  • Page 89 6. Select “IR” to perform an IR sensor calibration. 7. Select “Sensor.” 8. Select the sensor (Inner or Outer) to calibrate. 9. Select “OK.” 10. Select “Target (ºC”).

  • Page 90: Verification Of Ir Sensor(S) Calibration

    16. Repeat the above steps to calibrate the second sensor. Verification of IR Sensor(s) Calibration Note: The Intelli-Temp Calibrator Kit (CEM part # 907330 – 120V or 907340 – 240V) which includes the calibrator and adaptor is required to perform an IR calibration on the instrument.

  • Page 91: Pressure Calibration

    4. With the MARS 6 home screen displayed, select the System Menu icon at the bottom right corner of the screen. 5. Select “Tools.” The inner and outer IR temperatures will be displayed on the “Status” menu. 6. Ensure that the “Ready” light on the Intelli-Temp is illuminated. Place the calibrator adaptor over the inner and outer IR sensors with the calibrator support ring positioned directly over the sensor being calibrated.

  • Page 92: Update Firmware

    6. Copy the supplied firmware file into the “CEM” folder created on the USB flash drive. NOTE: Firmware files will follow the “Evolution_XX.XX” format. 7. Turn the instrument off. 8. Install the USB flash drive containing the latest Mars 6 firmware into a USB port on the side of the instrument.
  • Page 93 9. With the MARS 6 home screen displayed, select the System Menu icon at the bottom right corner of the screen. 10. Select “Tools.” 11. Select “Update Manager.” 12. If any update(s) is available, select the firmware version to download from the “Available” area of the above screen.

  • Page 94: Troubleshooting Guide

    Troubleshooting Guide Instrument Inoperative Instrument not plugged into electrical outlet Power switch not in “on” position Blown fuse Loose connection to power switch Faulty power switch No Microwave Power Instrument door ajar Incorrect percentage of power selected Interlock(s) not properly adjusted or faulty Faulty controller board Faulty thermal switch Faulty high voltage component...
  • Page 95 Microwave Leakage Improperly adjusted instrument door Damaged instrument door Inoperative Cavity Light Faulty LED assembly Loose connection(s) Faulty connection(s) Tangled Pressure Sensing Line Control vessel not positioned properly in turntable Turntable not alternating Vapors in Laboratory Loose drain valve Leakage from vessel Ruptured membrane Vent hose to fume hood not installed Faulty blower assembly...

  • Page 96: Repair And Service

    The MARS 6 is constructed in modular form to facilitate troubleshooting and repair. It is recommended that troubleshooting and repair by the user be limited to identifying and replacing parts such as printed circuit boards, fans, lamps or motors.
  • Page 97 81-3-5793-8543 (fax) France info@cemjapan.jp (email) (33-1) 69.35.57.80 (phone) www.cemjapan.co.jp (web site) info.fr@cem.com (email) United Kingdom Subsidiary CEM Microwave Technology Ltd. Ireland Subsidiary CEM Ireland 2 Middle Slade Sky Business Centre Buckingham Industrial Park 9a Plato Business Park Buckingham MK18 1WA...
  • Page 98 Requirements for Electric Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use Part 1: General Requirements (CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 1010.1-1992). CEM microwave systems and vessel designs may be covered by any one of Patents the following US patents: 04835354, 04080168, 05369034, 04672996, RE034373, 05230865, 04877624, 04672996, 05206479, 05427741. Other patents pending.
  • Page 99 United States Complies with FCC Part 18 regulations (47CFR part 18: Industrial, Scientific and Medical Equipment) Canada...Complies with FCC Part 18 regulations (47CFR part 18: Industrial, Scientific and Medical Equipment) US Safety Approval to UL61010-1 (ETL Testing Laboratories) Canadian Safety Approval to CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010.1 European Community and Remainder of the World: Conforms to EN61010-1 (Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement, Control and Laboratory Use Part 1)
  • Page 100 Warranty What Is Covered: CEM Corporation warrants that the instrument will be free of any defect in parts or workmanship and will, at its option, replace or repair any defective part (excluding consumables) or instrument. For How Long: This warranty remains in effect for 365 days from date of delivery to the original purchaser.
  • Page 101 03.5368.2508 (fax) France info@cemjapan.co.jp (email) (33-1) 69.35.57.80 (phone) www.cemjapan.co.jp (web site) info.fr@cem.com (email) United Kingdom Subsidiary Ireland Subsidiary CEM Microwave Technology Ltd. CEM Ireland 2 Middle Slade Sky Business Centre Buckingham Industrial Park 9a Plato Business Park Buckingham MK18 1WA Demastown...

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