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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Radiation safety ........................ 30 2.9.1 Example operating error with open X-ray ............30 Measurement of various materials ..............32 General ..........................32 Measuring metallic samples ..................... 32 Measuring nonmetallic samples ..................32 Technical data ....................33 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 3... - Page 4 Standardizing the measuring instrument (iCALization) ............. 48 Replacing the thin protective film ..................50 Cleaning agents ........................ 51 Troubleshooting ....................52 Spare parts and consumables ................54 De-commissioning .................... 55 Manufacturer address ..................56 EC Declaration of Conformity ................57 — 4 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024...
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Page 5: Description Of Instrument
The unit is delivered including at least one installed analysis method. Based on the method data that are stored in the unit, the measured data are used to determine the composition of an unknown sample. The results are displayed on the screen. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 5... -
Page 6: Overview
Overview camera (option) Battery pack handle/lock Power on/off switch Display: USB port (e.g. for connecting to a Shutter open/closed X-ray tube On/Off Power supply unit connection Sample button (charger) Docking station/automation connection — 6 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 7: Lithium Battery
24-Hour Emergency Contact No: 0017035273887 (International) 24-Hour Emergency Contact No: 0018004249300 (United States of America & Canada) Chemtrec Affiliate CCN: 619106 AMETEK / SPECTRO Please observe the relevant national and regional regulations. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... - Page 8 Information Charge the lithium battery completely prior to using them for the first time. Further information can be found in the enclosed instructions for the lithium battery. — 8 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024...
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Page 9: Technical Data
Pull out the battery (2) by the strap. Insert a new charged battery. 4. Close the battery compartment (1) and make sure that the lid snaps in. Replacement of the lithium battery is now complete. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 9... -
Page 10: Docking Station
2.8.5 (optional; Item no.: 75260809) or the radiation protection plate, chapter 2.8.6, must be used. Alternatively, the portable sample chamber, chapter 1.6, (optional; Item no.: 71000978) can also be used. — 10 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 11: Overview
Green: Ready to measure Red: Error Orange pulsating: Measurement in progress Support foot SPECTRO xSORT Instrument holder USB port Instrument holder locks On/Off switch SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 11... -
Page 12: Handling
Push the fastening latch (1) to the left stop. Pull the lock (2) of the instrument holder (3) forward and fold the instrument holder down. — 12 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... - Page 13 (2) on the side by half a turn downwards. Fit the two-part radiation protection (1). The two parts are held together by magnets. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 13...
- Page 14 Description of instrument Push the instrument (1) in up to the stop and lift it up until the instrument holder (2) snaps into the lock (3). — 14 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024...
- Page 15 To operate the instrument, connect it either with the power supply unit (1) and either by a USB cable (2) or WLAN to a PC or notebook. The docking station is ready for operation. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 15...
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Page 16: Portable Sample Chamber
2.8.5(optional; Item no.: 75260809) or the radiation protection plate, chapter 2.8.6, must be used. Alternatively, the docking station, chapter 1.5, (optional; Item no.: 76060811) can also be used. — 16 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 17: Handling
Remove the protective sleeve (1) from the instrument and place the instrument in the instrument holder (2). Push the two-part radiation protection (1) onto the measuring head. The two parts are held together by magnets. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 17... - Page 18 Only use cuvettes with a diameter of 32 mm (Item number 76060806). Before using the cuvette, remove the over lapping protective foil from the edge of the cuvette. This will allow its free movement and permits easy replacement. — 18 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024...
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Page 19: Safety
Caution! This sign warns of activities or conditions that may adversely affect the function of the instrument. Information Displays information that is important for the correct and safe use of the instrument. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 19... -
Page 20: User Information
Compliance with the safety instructions when handling and preparing the samples (material safety data sheet) is mandatory. The contact with certain metals, plastics, powders, liquids, or other materials can be hazardous to health. — 20 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 21: Intended Use
Unauthorized modification or conversion of the instrument and its safety devices without complying with the applicable rules and regulations. Bypassing or deactivating safety and protective devices. Improper use of accessories or peripheral devices linked to the instrument. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 21... -
Page 22: Residual Risks
If you destroy the beryllium window of the detector, seal the measuring window of the SPECTRO xSORT immediately with adhesive tape in order to prevent the beryllium fragments from leaving the instrument. Switch off the instrument and inform the service department of SPECTRO. - Page 23 In practice, this means that there may be X-radiation behind a sample, e.g. a wooden wall or plastic plate. The operator is responsible for ensuring that there are no persons in this area. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 23...
- Page 24 The shutter is a sensitive component. Never subject the shutter to a mechanical load (pressing, bending). Ensure that there is no dirt/dust in the vicinity of the shutter. This may result in jamming. — 24 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024...
- Page 25 In order to ensure the availability and operational safety of the equipment, we recommend having the system checked for correct operation and performance at least once a year by specialized technicians. Addresses of service organizations authorized by SPECTRO can be found at www.spectro.com. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 25...
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Page 26: Radiation Protection Advice
(see software help) and the sample chamber cover must be fitted. A measurement is interrupted and the shutter closes when the sample chamber cover is removed. — 26 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 27: Safety Devices
Safety Safety devices 2.8.1 Shutter The radiation outlet of the SPECTRO xSORT is equipped with a shutter. The shutter closes again automatically after starting a measurement when no sample is in front of the measurement window or the “Start measurement” button or the Enable button (chapter 2.7.1 „Safety ... -
Page 28: Radiation Protection Shield For Nonmetallic Applications And Metal Applications (Al And Mg-Based)
One part of the radiation protection shield must be directed towards the operator. be higher than the sample, i.e. the sample must not project above the edge of the plate. Component Component Sample Radiation protection shield — 28 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 29: Radiation Protection Plate For Metal Applications
See the application in the figure below. The shielding effect cannot be guaranteed if you use other plates. The measurement results could also be falsified. Component Component Sample Radiation protection plate SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 29... -
Page 30: Radiation Safety
At the start At the 10 cm 30 cm 100 cm button or at window (3.9") (11.8") (39.4") the hand of (mSv/h) (mSv/h) (mSv/h) (mSv/h) the operator (mSv/h) Method for measuring < 0.001 2,400 metallic samples — 30 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... - Page 31 5 cm, 10 cm, 30 cm and 100 cm the measured dose rate values in the primary ray the geometric dimensions of the X-ray See the separate document “Measured dose rate values”. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 31...
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Page 32: Measurement Of Various Materials
<25 m. The protective sleeve should surround the sample as far as possible. — 32 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 33: Technical Data
IEC/EN/UL 62368-1, EN55032, CISPR/FCC Class B Wireless components: Description Value GNSS GPS L1 C/A: 1575.42 MHz GLONASS L1: 1602.5625 MHz Galileo E1: 1575.42 MHz WiFi 2.412 – 2.472 GHz, 802.11 ac/a/b/g/n Bluetooth Bluetooth 5 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 33... -
Page 34: Transport/Use
Weight of battery 235 g (0.52 lbs) 5.1.2 Transport case (unit) Description Value Height 376 mm (14.8”) Width 552 mm (21.7”) Depth 234 mm (9.2”) Weight 10 kg (22 lbs) (incl. instrument and accessories) — 34 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 35: Docking Station
Instrument weight 11 kg (24.25 lbs) 5.1.4 Transport case (docking station) Designation Value Height 376 mm (14.8“) Width 552 mm (21.7“) Depth 234 mm (9.2“) Weight 13.0 kg ( 28.7 lbs) (incl. docking station) SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 35... -
Page 36: Transport
be avoided. Measurement errors can result from temperature differences inside the instrument. Position yourself and the instrument so that it cannot heat up on one side only. Avoid mechanical impacts. — 36 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 37: Operation
Pressure-sensitive control For performing various software commands panel On/Off (power) Switches the spectrometer on or off “Start measurement” button Performs the measurement Button as a pressure-sensitive Detects the sample at the measuring window sample sensor SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 37... -
Page 38: Displays
Green: Shutter closed (or instrument is inserted in the docking station) “X-ray” LED Indicates the status of the X-ray tube: Orange: Tube switched on and /or measurement in progress Off: Tube switched off — 38 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... - Page 39 2. LED green flashing (1. LED off): Computer (instrument) is switched on, battery removed/new battery must be inserted 2. LED red flashing: Request charge battery 2. LED red: Battery empty SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 39...
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Page 40: Screen & Navigation
Switches between individual measurements/ scrolls measurement results Header Displays the active measuring method/instrument status Program field Displays the measurement results/measuring progress The display field depends on the loaded program Menu bar Displays the program menu/other functions — 40 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 41: Switching The Instrument On
3 hours (optional charger Item no.: 77020154). If the instrument was switched off completely, the boot-up procedure of the operating system and the instrument software lasts about 90 seconds. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 41... -
Page 42: Switching The Instrument Off
This means, for example, that the X-ray tube, the detector cooling and the display lighting are switched off defined. After briefly pressing the “Start measurement” button, the detector cooling is reactivated, for example. Or if the instrument is recovered from stand-by, the display is switched back on. — 42 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 43: Performing Measurements
80001098) as the outer protective film. The use of other adhesive tapes may lead to measurement errors. Do not hold the sample in your hand in front of the instrument. The measurement is now prepared. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 43... -
Page 44: Proceed With The Measurement
Trigger” is set in the software, the measurement starts after releasing the “Start measurement” button – with this setting, the button must be pressed again during the measurement to abort. The measurement process is finished. — 44 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 45: Example Measurement, Sorting
If these measurement results are also poor, the counter for poor samples is increased by one point on the screen. Now, the next sample can be measured. The measurement process is finished. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 45... -
Page 46: Maintenance By The Operator
(see page 50). Measurement of samples of known Measurement of reference samples composition in order to document the comparability of the measurement results/condition of the instrument To be determined individually by the customer. — 46 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... - Page 47 Perform standardization (iCAL); either To be determined individually by the depending on the results of the reference customer. sample measurement or, for example, at the beginning of the measurement activity SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 47...
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Page 48: Standardizing The Measuring Instrument (Icalization)
In order to standardize the instrument, proceed as follows: Connect the instrument to the docking station, mount the portable sample chamber or press the instrument against the radiation protection shield or radiation protection plate. Component Radiation protection shield — 48 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... - Page 49 The standardization is performed automatically. A respective log is displayed and stored additionally after standardization. The instrument is now standardized. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 49...
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Page 50: Replacing The Thin Protective Film
Fix the film holder by snapping it in at the top of the measuring head and pressing it down into the fastening latch. The replacement of the thin protective film is now complete. — 50 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 51: Cleaning Agents
Unless otherwise stated in the respective instructions, the cleaning agents listed here are preferred for cleaning purposes. Components Cleaning agents Housing Moist cloth and a mild cleaning agent, isopropanol, max. 70% SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 51... -
Page 52: Troubleshooting
Defective detector window Seal the opening of the down time exceeded! measuring window with some adhesive tape and place The detector cannot be instrument in the transport case. cooled. Please contact your Service Center. — 52 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... - Page 53 After the installation into The safety circuit is not Please check perfect contacting the docking station, the closed. of the instrument by reinserting docking station is not and snapping into the docking recognized by the station. software SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 53...
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Page 54: Spare Parts And Consumables
Spare parts and consumables Spare parts and consumables You can find the spare parts and consumables for this instrument under "Support - Parts Catalogue" (Service – Parts Catalogue) on our website at www.spectro.com. — 54 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 55: Commissioning
De-commissioning De-commissioning Only organizations or persons authorized by the instrument manufacturer shall be permitted to de-commission the instrument. Please contact your Service Center. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 55... -
Page 56: Manufacturer Address
Manufacturer address Manufacturer address SPECTRO Analytical Instruments GmbH Boschstr. 10 D-47533 Kleve Germany Tel.: +49.2821.8 92-0 Fax: +49.2821.8 92-22 00 www.spectro.com Your local SPECTRO Organization or representative can be found under “Contact“ www.spectro.com — 56 SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024... -
Page 57: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity The EC Declaration of Conformity is enclosed with the instrument. SPECTRO xSORT — 02.05.2024 — 57...
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