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Part 1: Setting up the Zetasizer μV 1. Introduction Work through this section to set up the instrument. The other section shows how to make an initial test measurement. Never lift the instrument by its covers. Always stand it on its feet, not its side. ill 8315 ill 8316 2.
3. Connecting up the system Warning - This instrument must be connected to a protective earth! Unpack the cables from the “Installation Kit” pack. Connect the USB cable to the USB connectors on the instrument and the com- puter. Connect the power cable to the power socket on the back of the instrument.
Part 2: Making a measurement Introduction This section provides simple overview information on how to fill and insert a cell, and then run a measure- ment by using an SOP. 1. Prepare the sample cell: Important: Always hold the cell near its top, not the optical area near its base.
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4. Run an SOP: Once the instrument is set up, most measurements are made by running a Standard Operating Proce- dure (SOP). Malvern Instruments supplies some default SOPs, others may be created by supervisors or advanced users. Select Measure-Start SOP from the menu bar: Available SOPs are listed in a dialogue.
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5. Examine the measurement results: The results will be stored as the latest record in the measurement file currently open. To view the result, select this record and then click one of the Report tabs. The following example shows the Intensity PSD (M) report for a size test:...
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