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- Page 1 Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
- Page 2 DFAR 252.227-7014 (June 1995), or as a “commercial item” as defined in FAR 2.101(a) or as “Restricted computer software” as defined in FAR 52.227-19 (June 1987) or any equivalent agency regulation or Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Lube samples with the Agilent 4500t FTIR Cleaning the TumblIR accessory Collecting a background spectrum Measuring a sample Agilent 4500t FTIR with a TumblIR Cleaning the accessory Collecting a background spectrum Measuring a liquid sample Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... - Page 4 Collecting a sample spectrum Agilent 4500 DialPath FTIR Cleaning the DialPath accessory Collecting a background spectrum Measuring a liquid sample 4. Spare Parts 5. Specifications and Safety Information Specifications Safety Information Environmental conditions Electromagnetic compatibility EN55011/CISPR11 ICES/NMB-001 Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 5: Introduction
WARNING Fire Hazard 4500 Series FTIR systems are NOT intrinsically safe. Use the system only in atmospheres that have been tested for flammable materials. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified in this manual, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. - Page 6 All systems are equipped with a software user interface that is intuitive, simple to use and requires no specialized technical training. With the touch of a button, the system provides valuable information about the identity and amount of chemical substances present in a material. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 7: Getting Started
Keep all original packing material for storing, shipping and transporting the NOTE system in the future. Remove the 4500 Series FTIR system from its shipping case and place it on a flat, stable surface. The instrument must be kept away from hot surfaces and any sources of electromagnetic interference. -
Page 8: Agilent 4500T Ftir Packing List
Locate the PC keyboard and mouse for ergonomically correct access. Agilent 4500t FTIR packing list One Agilent 4500t FTIR mid-IR spectrometer system, including TumblIR sampling accessory One Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual One power cord One installation disk ... -
Page 9: Agilent 4500 Dialpath Ftir Packing List
Extra cords Agilent 4500 DialPath FTIR packing list One Agilent 4500 DialPath FTIR mid-IR spectrometer system, including DialPath accessory One Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual One power cord One installation disk One shipping container ... -
Page 10: Connecting Power
All cords must be kept away from high traffic areas. The system could sustain CAUTION damage to the apparatus or adapters if excessive strain to the power cord connections occurs. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... - Page 11 Discharge: -20 to 60 °C (-4 to 140 °F) Charge: 0 to 45 °C (32 to 113 °F) Maximum discharge current: 3.5 A (continuous) Maximum charge current: 3.5 A Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 12: Power Cord Selection
The following power plugs can be used: Figure 2. Suitable power cords When replacing the mains power cord, use only a mains power cord with a rating equivalent to the one supplied with the instrument. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... -
Page 13: Turning On The Instrument
Turning on the instrument To turn on the instrument: Press the power button of the 4500 Series FTIR system and hold for two (2) seconds. Initially the light will blink between red and green while the firmware is being loaded. This process should take less than 30 seconds. -
Page 14: Starting The Software
MicroLab Software Operation Manual. Performance verification The 4500 Series FTIR spectrometer systems have been thoroughly tested at the factory, so no alignment steps are required. However, it is recommended to run the performance test initially to ensure the instrument is running properly. -
Page 15: Diagnostic Values
If the performance validation tests are within specification, the instrument should provide data that works well with methods developed for the 4500 Series FTIR spectrometer. As with any instrument, however, results can always be verified by running a known sample with the sample specific method. - Page 16 <35 <30 Indicates a problem with temperature or >44 or >48 the cooling circuitry or an ambient temperature over the specified range. 10–75 >75 >80 Indicates the ambient temperature temperature over the specified range. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 17: Performance Validation
All of these tests can be accessed from the Advanced Features, System Check page of the MicroLab PC software. The 4500 Series FTIR system should be warmed up for at least 30 minutes before conducting any of these tests. - Page 18 After the background collection, a spectrum of polystyrene film is measured as instructed by the software. The polystyrene test sample must be pressed firmly against the diamond sample interface during the sample collection. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 19: Analyzing Samples
(see Figure 3). It is in this position that the sample mounting area can be easily accessed for loading the sample into place and for cleaning the sampling surfaces before the next sample is analyzed. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... - Page 20 TumblIR arm completely around until it reaches the detent and snaps into position. This detent keeps the accessory stationary during sample measurement (see Figure 4). Figure 4. TumblIR with accessory window facing down Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 21: Cleaning The Tumblir Accessory
9, but there are some materials, such as strong acids or heavily basic materials, that can harm ZnSe. Avoid having materials in contact with the ZnSe window that are outside of this recommended pH range. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... -
Page 22: Collecting A Background Spectrum
TumblIR base plate. The bottom window is the 2 mm diameter yellow material held in place by the surrounding metal disk. Ensure that the sample covers the entire surface area of the bottom window Figure 5 (see Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... - Page 23 ZnSe windows can be easily scratched by hard or abrasive samples. Avoid use of CAUTION samples that may scratch the surface of the windows. Do not open your system and attempt to clean interior surfaces. Opening your CAUTION system will void the warranty. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 24: Agilent 4500T Ftir With A Tumblir
(see Figure 3). It is in this position that the sample mounting area can be easily accessed for loading the sample into place and for cleaning the sampling surfaces before the next sample is analyzed. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... -
Page 25: Cleaning The Accessory
ZnSe is a relatively durable material, but can be easily scratched or damaged if too much pressure is applied during cleaning or if an abrasive material is used, such as Kimwipes. Materials such as cotton swabs dipped in acetone are recommended for cleaning. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... -
Page 26: Collecting A Background Spectrum
ZnSe window surfaces looking for any haze or film present on the windows from measuring the previous sample. If a film is observed, repeat the cleaning procedure above until the window surfaces are clear of any residue. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... -
Page 27: Measuring A Liquid Sample
ZnSe windows can be easily scratched by hard or abrasive samples. Avoid use of CAUTION samples that may scratch the surface of the windows. Do not break the spectrometer seal and attempt to clean interior surfaces. CAUTION Breaking the seal will void the warranty. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... -
Page 28: Agilent 4500A Ftir With An Atr
ATR accessory is making good contact between the sample and ATR crystal of the sampling device. The ATR technique can be used for analysis of liquids, pastes, powders and even some solid samples. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... - Page 29 Ensure that the sample makes contact with the entire surface area of the diamond and not just a point within the diamond. Avoid the use of the sample press on samples that may be sharp or pointed. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
- Page 30 Only the single reflection ATR version has a sample press device. NOTE Sample press Sample press tip Diamond ATR crystal Figure 7. Sample press in highest position providing easy access for sample loading and cleaning Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
- Page 31 The steps involved with analyzing a sample with the 4500a FTIR and an ATR are: Clean the ATR sample mounting window. Collect a background spectrum. Collect a sample spectrum. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 32: Cleaning The Accessory
ATR sample mounting surface, looking for any haze or film present on the diamond from measuring the previous sample. If a film is observed, repeat the cleaning procedure above until the diamond surface is clear of any residue. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... -
Page 33: Collecting A Sample Spectrum
In the case of a volatile sample, larger amounts of sample can be applied without concern of leakage or damage to the instrument. However, using the smallest amount of sample possible will ease in the cleaning process. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... - Page 34 (snap-in) position. The spring-loaded sample press tip is set to apply 15 pounds of force assuming a 0.03 in sample thickness. Click the NEXT button on the software screen to proceed with the analysis. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 35: Agilent 4500 Dialpath Ftir
(see Figure 10). It is in this position that the sample mounting area can be easily accessed for loading the sample into place and cleaning the sampling surfaces before the next sample is analyzed. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... - Page 36 This detent keeps the accessory stationary during sample measurement (see Figure 11). The background measurement should be taken at the same pathlength that the NOTE sample will be measured at. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 37: Cleaning The Dialpath Accessory
Clean the window of the position used first, then clean the bottom window, indicated in Figure 10. If using Position 2, you will find it necessary to clean either Position 3 or 1, depending on the direction the DialPath was rotated in. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... - Page 38 ZnSe. Avoid having materials in contact with the ZnSe that are outside of this recommended pH range. Do not break the spectrometer seal and attempt to clean interior surfaces. CAUTION Breaking the seal will void the warranty. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 39: Collecting A Background Spectrum
In the case of a volatile sample, such as with fuels analysis, larger amounts of sample can be applied without concern of leakage or damage to the instrument, however, using the smallest possible amount of sample will ease in the cleaning process. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... - Page 40 ZnSe windows can be easily scratched by hard or abrasive samples. Avoid use of CAUTION samples that may scratch the surface of the windows. Do not break the spectrometer seal and attempt to clean interior surfaces. CAUTION Breaking the seal will void the warranty. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
- Page 41 For detailed software instructions on reviewing results and handling sample data, refer to MicroLab Software Operation Manual. For additional instructions on editing of methods and reviewing data using the MicroLab PC Software, refer to the MicroLab Software Operation Manual. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 43: Spare Parts
Spare Parts 4. Spare Parts Part number Description 430 - 0001 Agilent 4500 Series FTIR power supply 430 - 0018 Agilent 4500 Series FTIR USB cable For sampling accessories, service contracts, repair and refurbishment services, contact Agilent. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... - Page 44 Spare Parts This page is intentionally left blank. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
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Page 45: Specifications And Safety Information
Infrared source: Wire-wound element Spectral range: 4000 to 650 cm Detector: 1.3 mm diameter, thermoelectrically-cooled dTGS Power supply: 100 to 240 V AC, 3 A, 50 to 60 Hz Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual... -
Page 46: Safety Information
Specifications and Safety Information Safety Information Agilent 4500 Series FTIR systems contain a low-powered solid state laser required for operation, but, in no operation or maintenance mode will the operator be exposed to radiation levels that exceed those that define a Class 1 laser product. -
Page 47: Ices/Nmb-001
Make sure that all peripheral devices are also certified. Make sure that appropriate cables are used to connect the device to peripheral equipment Consult your equipment dealer, Agilent Technologies, or an experienced technician for assistance. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Agilent Technologies could void the user’s authority to operate the... - Page 48 Specifications and Safety Information This page is intentionally left blank. Agilent 4500 Series FTIR Operation Manual...
- Page 50 In This Guide The guide describes the following: Introduction Getting Started Analyzing Samples Spare Parts Specifications and Safety Information © Agilent Technologies 2008-2013, 2017 Printed in Malaysia 10/17 *0021-401* *0021-401* 0021-401 Issue 10...