Agilent Technologies 5800 ICP-OES User manual

Agilent 5800 and 5900 ICP-OES

User's Guide

2 Agilent 5800 and 5900 ICP-OES User's Guide

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Contents

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Contents

1Safety Practices and Hazards 7

General 7

Verifying Safe State 8

Plasma 8

Heat, Vapors and Fumes 9

Compressed Gas Hazards 9

Electrical Hazards 10

Other Precautions 11

Warning Symbols 12

2Introduction 15

Site Preparation Requirements 15

User Documentation 15

Conventions 16

Notes and tips 16

ICP-OES Argon Gas Supply 16

Exhaust System 17

ICP-OES Instrument Cooling Air Supply 17

Water Chiller System 18

Drain Vessel 18

3Installation 19

Agilent ICP-OES Instrument Overview 20

Instrument Status LED Color Coding 22

Front Power On/Off Button 22

ICP Expert Software 23

Connecting ICP Expert software to the ICP-OES 24

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Performing a Detector and Wavelength Calibration 24

Saving and viewing the calibration data 25

Hardware Components Replacement 25

ICP-OES torches 26

Torch Assembly and Disassembly 27

Assembly of the semi-demountable torch 28

Assembly of the fully demountable torch 31

Torch disassembly 32

Accessories 35

SPS 4 35

Advanced Valve System (AVS) — AVS 4, AVS 6 and AVS 7 36

External Inlet Duct Adapter 36

Vapor Generation Accessory (VGA) 36

Multimode Sample Introduction System (MSIS) 36

Argon Humidifier 37

IsoMist Programmable Temperature Spray Chamber 37

4Operation 39

Analysis Checklist 39

Turning On the Instrument and Software 40

Turning on the instrument for the first time (or from long term

shutdown) 40

Running the instrument from standby 41

Preparing for Analysis 41

Performing a Detector and Wavelength Calibration 42

Creating/Opening a Worksheet 42

Creating a new worksheet 42

Opening an existing worksheet 43

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Creating a new worksheet from a template 43

Developing a Method 43

Running Samples 45

Printing a Report 45

Turning Off the Instrument 46

Instrument Standby Mode with argon on 46

Instrument Standby Mode with argon off 46

Setting the instrument to Standby Mode with argon on or off 47

Turning off the instrument for long term shutdown 48

5Maintenance and Troubleshooting 51

Routine 52

Cleaning 54

Torch Cleaning 54

Important 55

Acid soak cleaning procedure for the torch for aqueous or acid-based

samples (one piece and semi-demountable torches) 56

Rinsing the torch 59

Drying the torch 61

Additional checks after cleaning 62

Troubleshooting 63

Spare Parts 63

Technical Support 64

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Safety Practices and Hazards

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1Safety Practices and Hazards

General 7

Verifying Safe State 8

Plasma 8

Heat, Vapors and Fumes 9

Compressed Gas Hazards 9

Electrical Hazards 10

Other Precautions 11

Warning Symbols 12

General

Unless otherwise specified, statements in this manual apply to both the Agilent

5800 and 5900 ICP-OES instruments.

Operation of an Agilent ICP-OES involves the use of compressed gases, high

voltage radio frequency energy and hazardous materials including corrosive fluids

and flammable liquids. Careless, improper or unskilled use of this spectrometer or

chemicals used with it can cause death or serious injury to personnel, and/or

severe damage to equipment and property. Only trained personnel should use this

instrument.

The spectrometer incorporates interlocks and covers that are designed to prevent

inadvertent contact with any potential hazards. If the instrument is used in any

manner not specified by Agilent, this protection provided by the equipment may be

impaired. It is good practice to develop safe working habits that do not depend

upon the correct operation of the interlocks for safe operation. It is essential that

no interlock or cover is bypassed, damaged or removed.

The safety practices described below are provided to help the user operate the

instrument safely. Read each safety topic thoroughly before attempting to operate

the instrument and always operate the spectrometer in accordance with these

safety practices.

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Verifying Safe State

The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of

operation, maintenance and service of this instrument.

To ensure continued safety of the instrument after maintenance or service

procedures verify the instrument is returned to a safe state for the user. This

includes running performance checks to verify the instruments safety systems are

functioning correctly. Check the general condition of the instrument during

operation for wear or signs of corrosion that are likely to inhibit function or safety.

Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings elsewhere in

this manual violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of

the instrument. Agilent Technologies assumes no liability for the customer’s

failure to comply with these requirements.

Plasma

The plasma is extremely hot (about 10,000 °C) and radiates dangerous levels of

radio frequency (RF) and ultraviolet (UV) energy. The work coil operates at 1,500 V

RMS and about 27 MHz. Exposure to the RF and UV energy can cause severe skin

damage and cataracts of the eyes, while close contact with the operating plasma

can result in severe heat burns to the skin, and an electrical discharge that can

jump a considerable distance and may cause death, severe electric shock or sub-

surface skin burns.

The plasma must never be operated unless:

the plasma compartment door is closed, with the door handle fully closed; and

the space above the chimney and air intake is clear of objects.

The shielding around the torch compartment is designed to reduce UV, visible and

RF radiation to safe levels while still permitting easy access to, as well as

installation and viewing of, the torch. The spectrometer has an interlock system

that is designed to extinguish the plasma if the mains supply fails, the handle on

the torch compartment door is opened, or the torch loading handle is open. Do not

attempt to bypass the interlock system.

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Before opening the torch compartment door, always extinguish the plasma by

pressing SHIFT + F5 on the keyboard or by clicking the ‘Plasma Off’ icon on the

ICP Expert software toolbar.

The torch and its surroundings remain hot for up to five minutes after the plasma

is extinguished. Touching this area before it has cooled sufficiently may result in

burns. Allow the torch and torch compartment to cool before carrying out any

work in this area, or wear heat-resistant gloves.

The plasma system has been carefully designed to operate safely and effectively

when using torches and related components that conform to Agilent’s design

criteria. Use of non-approved components in the plasma compartment may render

the system inoperative and/or hazardous. It may also invalidate the warranty on

the instrument. Use only torches and related components supplied or authorized

by Agilent.

Heat, Vapors and Fumes

Heat, ozone, vapors and fumes generated by the plasma can be hazardous and

must be extracted from the instrument by means of an exhaust system. Ensure

that an exhaust system of the appropriate type is fitted (as specified in the Site

Preparation Guide). The system must be vented to the outside air in accordance

with local regulations and never within the building. Regularly check the exhaust

system by smoke test to ensure that the exhaust system is functioning correctly.

The exhaust system must always be switched on before igniting the plasma.

Compressed Gas Hazards

All compressed gases (other than air) can create a hazard if they leak into the

atmosphere. Even small leaks in gas supply systems can be dangerous. Any leak

(except that of air or oxygen) can result in an oxygen-deficient atmosphere, which

can cause asphyxiation. The area in which cylinders are stored and the area

surrounding the instrument must be adequately ventilated to prevent such gas

accumulations.

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Gas cylinders must be stored and handled strictly in accordance with local safety

codes and regulations. Cylinders must be used and stored only in a vertical

position and secured to an immovable structure or a properly constructed cylinder

stand. Move cylinders only by securing them to a properly constructed trolley.

Use only approved regulator and hose connectors (refer to the gas supplier’s

instructions). Keep gas cylinders cool and properly labeled. (All cylinders are fitted

with a pressure relief device that will rupture and empty the cylinder if the internal

pressure is raised above the safe limit by excessive temperatures.) Ensure that

you have the correct gas before connecting it to the instrument.

The primary gas used with the spectrometer is argon, which is the conductive gas

for the plasma. Argon or nitrogen can be used as the polychromator purge gas.

Other gases may be required for future options and accessories. Use only

‘instrument grade’ gases with your spectrometer.

If using cryogenic gases (for example, liquid argon), prevent severe burns by

wearing suitable protective clothing and gloves.

Electrical Hazards

The spectrometer system and some accessories contain electrical circuits,

devices and components operating at dangerous voltages. Contact with these

circuits, devices and components can cause death, serious injury or painful

electric shock. Panels or covers which are retained by screws on the spectrometer

and accessories may be opened only by Agilenttrained, Agilent-qualified or

Agilentapproved field service engineers (unless specified otherwise). Consult the

manuals or product labels supplied with your personal computer (PC), monitor,

printer and water-cooling system to determine which parts of those systems are

operator-accessible.

Connecting the Agilent ICP-OES to a power source that is not equipped with a

protective earth contact creates a shock hazard for the operator and can damage

the instrument. Likewise, interrupting the protective conductor inside or outside

the Agilent ICP-OES or defeating the power cord ground creates a shock hazard

for the operator and can damage the instrument.

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