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Summary of Contents for SPECTRO XEPOS III
- Page 1 SPECTRO XEPOS III Benchtop XRF Spectrometer...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Measuring cells (powders or liquids with TQ methods)........21 • Inserting liquid samples in cells................21 • Measuring powder pellets..................21 • Measuring glass or melting pellets ..............22 5.5.2 Measure....................... 23 5.5.3 Interrupting a series of measurements..............24 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011 — 3... - Page 4 Maintenance by the operator ................25 Operator maintenance plan ....................25 Energy channel recalibration (MCA) ................. 27 Standardization ......................... 27 Cleaning the sample changer ................... 27 Protective film cups ......................28 Troubleshooting ....................30 Spare parts and consumables ................32 — 4 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011...
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Page 5: Unit Description
(6 A max.) Instrument e Power supply connection with ON/OFF switch X-rays On/Off indicator Ventilation slots Rear side g Gas outlet connection ON/OFF key switch h Gas inlet connection PC connection SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011 — 5... -
Page 6: Sample Changer
12 sample positions for Ø 40 mm samples with protective film cups for cells with Ø 32 mm 8 sample positions for rotating samples for Ø 40 mm samples 8 sample positions for Ø 52 mm samples — 6 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011... -
Page 7: Safety
Observe the associated safety regulations when using auxiliary agents and operating utilities. Intended use Only solid, liquid or powder substances in sample cups may be analyzed with this unit. SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011 — 7... -
Page 8: Prohibited Operating Conditions
Never tamper with the safety devices. If you feel that the safety devices do not work properly, shut down the unit immediately. Please contact your service center — 8 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011... - Page 9 For your safety, the safety circuits are checked automatically. For this reason, a message requesting that the lid be opened and closed is displayed upon software start-up (at other points as well). SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011 — 9...
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Page 10: Radiation Protection Advice
Other countries The operation of the unit may require official approval. Please observe the national safety and approval regulations in force in your country and state! Please contact the responsible local approval authority. — 10 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011... -
Page 11: Technical Data
<100 l/h (typically 80 l/h) (during measurement) Transportation/Set-up Dimensions and weight Designation Value Unit height 340 mm (13.4“) Unit width 600 mm (23.6“) Unit depth 700 mm (27.6“) Unit weight approx. 75 kg (165 lbs) SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011 — 11... -
Page 12: Transportation/Set-Up
Keep the bolts in the bores intended for that purpose (2). Never transport the unit without an activated transport safeguard. Component Transport safeguard is active, with bolts screwed in Transport safeguard is not active, with bolts screwed in — 12 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011... -
Page 13: Gas Supply (Optional)
A suitable pressure reducer is required for the gas supply. Output pressure 1.5 ± 0.1 bar; (21.75 ± 1.45 psi) Gas supply is by a PTFE hose included in Spectro’s scope of supply. Dimensions OD/ID = 6/4 mm, length 3 m (~ 10 ft) This hose is installed on the rear side of the unit, see page 5. - Page 14 Transportation/Set-up Connect the vacuum pump and the unit with the power cable. The vacuum pump is now connected. — 14 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011...
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Page 15: Uninterruptible Power Supply - Ups (Option)
Component Component Acknowledgement (stopping) of PC communication port alarm tone UPS ON/OFF 6 A fuse Power connection for units UPS mains connection SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011 — 15... - Page 16 Connect all components with the UPS (unit, PC, monitor, etc.). Connect the UPS with the power line. Switch on the UPS. Switch on the components (unit, PC, monitor, etc.). The UPS is now installed. — 16 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011...
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Page 17: Operation
Display for information from the program and the unit 5.1.2 Unit Display Function X-ray radiation X-ray radiation indicator Center lights up green when unit is switched on. Lights up yellow when X-ray tube is in operation. SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011 — 17... -
Page 18: Switching The Unit On
Start the routine dialog of the X-LabPro measuring program by clicking on the „Routine Dialog“ button on the screen. Log in to the software after being requested to do so. The unit is switched on and ready for measurements after approx. 20 minutes. — 18 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011... -
Page 19: Switching The Unit Off
The program is terminated. Turn the key switch. Press the "On/Off" button. Select the “Start” menu in the Windows operating surface and the “Exit” command. The computer is turned off. The unit is now switched off. SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011 — 19... -
Page 20: Standby Mode
Check the sample changer for contamination. Depending on the application, the excitation and detection system is protected by a protective film cup. Ensure that this protective film is neither soiled nor damaged. The measurement is now prepared. — 20 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011... -
Page 21: Changing The Sample Tray
Measuring powder pellets We recommend pressing the pellets into 40 mm steel rings. Samples without a steel ring are measured with an adapter for Ø 32mm samples. The measurement is now prepared. SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011 — 21... -
Page 22: Measuring Glass Or Melting Pellets
Measuring glass or melting pellets Glass or melting pellets can be measured directly. The measurement is now prepared. Note If there are glass fragments or dust of powder pellets inside the unit, remove them immediately. — 22 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011... -
Page 23: Measure
The measurement is performed automatically. Perform further measurements as required. The measurement is now complete. Note Measure a reference sample at regular intervals. This will allow you to identify changes of the measurement results in good time. SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011 — 23... -
Page 24: Interrupting A Series Of Measurements
Ensure that only such samples are present on the sample tray that are measured under the same conditions (air, helium, vacuum, with or without protective film). After that, the interrupted measurement series is continued. — 24 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011... -
Page 25: Maintenance By The Operator
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 per year by specialized technicians. You can find the contact addresses of the service organizations that are authorized by SPECTRO at www.spectro.com. Operator maintenance plan Warning! Ionizing radiation! An X-ray tube is provided inside the unit. - Page 26 Cleaning the drive for the sample rotation (do not grease!) Vacuum system maintenance (option Changing the vacuum oil and cleaning the oil mist filter — 26 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011...
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Page 27: Energy Channel Recalibration (Mca)
Remove the sample tray, see page 21. Clean the sample chamber and the sample tray carefully with a hand vacuum- cleaner or a soft cloth. Cleaning of the sample changer is now complete. SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011 — 27... -
Page 28: Protective Film Cups
Place the clamping ring on the film. Push the clamping ring down until the sample cup holder and the clamping ring are on the same level. Ensure that the film is not crinkled. — 28 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011... - Page 29 Maintenance by the operator In order to replace the film, push the tool into the gap between the sample cup holder and the clamping ring and push off the clamping ring. The film is not inserted. SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011 — 29...
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Page 30: Troubleshooting
The mouse is not properly Check the mouse connection to convert any entries connected the computer The mouse trackball is Remove the trackball, clean and dirty re-insert it The mouse is defective Please contact your service center — 30 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011... - Page 31 When using the vacuum Switch on the vacuum pump, system, it was not switched check the vacuum hoses on or not properly connected SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011 — 31...
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Page 32: Spare Parts And Consumables
Lid locking mechanism Please contact your service defective center Spare parts and consumables You can find the spare parts and consumables for this unit under "Support - Parts Catalog" on our website at www.spectro.com. — 32 SPECTRO XEPOS III — 25.07.2011...
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