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This is to certify that the Libra S32 PC UV/Visible Spectrophotometer Part number 80-2115-40 Serial number 81000 onwards manufactured by Biochrom Ltd. conforms to the requirements of the following Directives-: 73/23/EEC & 89/336/EEC Standards to which conformity is declared EN 61 010-1: 2001 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control and laboratory use.
CONTENTS Unpacking, Positioning and Installation Essential Safety Notes OPERATION Introduction Acquire Applications Software Messages ACCESSORIES Multiple Cell Holder Accessories Single Cell Holder Accessories Other Accessories Consumables and other items MAINTENANCE After Sales Support Lamp Replacement Deuterium Lamp Warranty Fuse Replacement Cleaning and General Care APPENDIX Pharmacopoeia...
Unpacking, Positioning and Installation • Inspect the instrument for any signs of damage caused in transit. If any damage is discovered, inform your supplier immediately. • Ensure your proposed installation site conforms to the environmental conditions for safe operation: Indoor use only Temperature 10°C to 40°C Maximum relative humidity of 80 % up to 31°C decreasing linearly to 50 % at 40°C...
Essential Safety Notes There are a number of warning labels and symbols on your instrument. These are there to inform you where potential danger exists or particular caution is required. Before commencing installation, please take time to familiarise yourself with these symbols and their meaning.
OPERATION Introduction Your UV/Visible spectrophotometer is a general purpose, modular instrument that is controlled by a PC via a serial interface. It works on the basis of light from either of the light sources being directed by a motorised mirror through the monochromator inlet slit. This passes through one of several (dependent on wavelength selected) filters mounted on a filter quadrant;...
Acquire Applications Software The instrument is entirely controlled by a PC with Acquire software installed; refer to the Acquire User Manual for further information. 80-2115-31 Acquire Applications Software Wavelength Scanning, Reaction Kinetics, Quantification, Time Drive, Multi Wavelength Recommended PC for proper operation For optimum performance, an IBM compatible 486 or greater personal computer running Microsoft Windows 95, 98 or NT is required.
Messages The spectrophotometer goes through a multi step calibration sequence which is indicated by a flashing amber light until normal operating mode (green) is reached; it is solid green when communicating with the PC, flashing green when awaiting connection to the PC or when waiting to communicate with the PC. (Note: If the instrument has been GLP enabled, it will flash amber/green during the waiting period).
ACCESSORIES All cell holders accommodate 10 mm pathlength cell as standard, unless stated otherwise. Refer to Essential Safety Notes. Multiple Cell Holder Accessories • Install by removing accessory in place, replacing with the new one, turning the central mounting screw until it is finger tight followed by clicking on Accessory in Instrument Control.
Single Cell Holder Accessories • Install by removing accessory in place, replacing, if necessary, the baseplate plug supplied and positioning the single cell holder so that the arrow is on the front face and it locates in place. Then push the finger locks backwards so that they lock into position.
Other Accessories Description Part number Comments Sipper 80-2112-25 Use if a large number of samples for single readings is required. Requires single cell holder (80-2106-05 or 80-2106-13). 10mm flowcell and tubing supplied, together with separate user instructions. Temperature Control 80-2112-49 Required to supply the extra power Unit required by the 6 position Peltier heated...
MAINTENANCE After Sales Support We supply support agreements that help you to fulfil the demands of regulatory guidelines concerning GLP/GMP. • Calibration, certification using filters traceable to international standards • Certificated engineers and calibrated test equipment • Approved to ISO 9001 standard Choice of agreement apart from break down coverage can include •...
Lamp Replacement Replacement lamps are available from your supplier using the following part numbers: Deuterium lamp 80-2106-17 (includes tungsten lamp as well) Tungsten lamp 80-2106-16 The deuterium lamp is supplied fitted into a mounting and pre-adjustment plate; a new tungsten lamp is also included. NOTE: •...
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To change a lamp, proceed as follows: Switch off the instrument, remove sample from cell holder and disconnect the power supply cord. Allow time for lamps to cool. Locate the lamp access cover on the left-hand side of the instrument, and push the cover back.
Deuterium Lamp Warranty Criteria for lamp replacement are that it must: be less than 15 months old Fuse Replacement Switch off the instrument and disconnect the power supply cord. The fuse holder can only be opened if the power supply plug has been removed, and is located between the power input socket and the on/off switch on the back panel of the instrument.
Cleaning and General Care External cleaning • Switch off the instrument and disconnect the power cord. • Use a soft damp cloth. • Clean all external surfaces • A mild liquid detergent may be used to remove stubborn marks. • Sample compartment spillages •...
APPENDIX Pharmacopoeia In general, there has been an increase in laboratory requirements to conform with Good Laboratory Practice techniques; this is particularly the case in Pharmaceutical companies and in Biotechnology facilities, where the interest in finding solutions to gene therapy opportunities is great. Typically, scientists working in pharmaceutical and bio-pharmaceutical research, be it University or Industry, require a high specification instrument with the ability to develop methods.
Good Laboratory Practice Good laboratory Practice (GLP) concerns being able to trace experimental results to an instrument, an operator and the time the result was obtained so that a laboratory can prove that the instrument was functioning correctly or not. Laboratory, operator and internal instrument reference names can be entered via the software.
12 months only if the product has been used according to the instructions supplied. They can accept no liability for loss or damage, however caused, arising from the faulty or incorrect use of this product. This product has been manufactured by Biochrom Ltd, 22 Cambridge Science Park, Milton bridge CB4 0FJ, UK. Road, Cam...
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