Operating Instructions - John Morris Scientific
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1. FRITSCH u 3 7 1 Installation of the Driver Software 1 Run the file PL 2303 Driver Installer exe PL 2303 Driver Installer Program Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for PL 2303 US6 to Serial The InstallShield Wizard will install PL 2303 USB to Serial on your computer To continue click Next 2 Click on NEXT PL 2303 Driver Installer Program License Agreement Please read the following license agreement carefully End User License Agreement EULA Do not install or use the software until vou hawe read and accepted all of the license terms Permission to use the software is conditional upon pour agreeing to the license terms Installation or use of the software by you will be deemed to be acceptance of the license terms Acceptance wall bind you to the license terms in a legally enforceable contract with Prolific Technology Inc SOFTWARE LICENSE AND LIMITED WARRANTY This is an agreement between you the end user and Prolific Technology Inc Prolific By using this software you agree to become bound by the terms of this agreement wl Poe ee TO Oe TO kd OT ke eT IR TE 0 accept the terms of the license agreement l do not accept the terms of the license agreement 3 Accept the license agreement and click on NEXT Softwareinstallation Die zu installierende Software hat den Windows Logo Test nicht bestanden der die Kompatibilit t mit Windows XP berpr2. The oppo site window is loosely inserted into the slot in the front measuring cell flange and can be removed for cleaning additional direction of I iii eg conventional sensor for scattered light particle sample scattered light Normal measurement using laser 1 analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 23 __ FRITSCH A 9 2 Cleaning Cleaning the Devices The devices can be cleaned with a damp cloth or a microfibre cloth from the accessory case Do not allow any liquids to flow into the devices Cleaning the Measuring Cell It is normally sufficient to rinse the measuring cell with a clear liq uid To remove stubborn residues you can also add a cleaning agent to the cleaning liquid Generally a few drops of a surface active household cleanser e g Pril or liquid soap are suffi cient Mechanically adhering contamination can be rinsed out with the addition of approx 2 g of fine abrasive Household abrasives ATA VIM Oily residues can be rinsed out with a slightly alkaline cleaning agent The word window is used below to refer to the glass elements of the measuring cells 5 2 1 Preparation Lay out the following e Tool for cell disassembly e Spatula e Cleaning agent e Lens cleaning paper e Clean paper towels e Spray bottle with distilled water Assemble the tool for disassembly of the measuring cell 5 2 2 Emptying the System In the program selec
3. the temperature Operators The device may only be operated by authorised persons and maintained and repaired by trained experts Persons under the influence of health impairments medications drugs alcohol or excess fatigue may not operate the device Safety Equipment Safety equipment such as coverings must be used as instructed and may not be disabled or removed Electrical Safety Connect the measuring device to a power supply line protected with a residual current circuit breaker 1 8 1 General The power switch disconnects the machine from the supply at both poles 1 8 2 Overload Protection The power supply protection provides overload protection analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 5 __ FRITSCH A 3 2 Technical Data Operating noise The noise level is L a lt 70dB A Voltage Single phase AC voltage 100 120 V 200 240 V 10 Current consumption The maximum current consumption is 0 2 A measuring unit 0 4 A dispersing unit Power consumption The maximum power consumption is 50 W measuring unit 100W supply unit Electrical fuses Two fuses of 2 A measuring unit and 4 A dispersing unit in the connection socket Installation Transport and Storage Fritsch laser particle sizers are shipped in cardboard boxes on pallets or in wooden crates These pallets or crates may not be tipped or stacked The laser particle sizers must be transported and stored in their packaging and
4. Unit iii 30 6 2 1 Connecting the Small Quantity Dispersing Unit ss 30 6 2 2 Manual Changing of the Liquid Measuring Cell for the Small Quantity Dispersing Unit 31 7 Ma int ManiCe scccosecsnecnsnenunennsenersnncenccnsccnnccnuncnscenssenuseenssencnecenecenseessrecesesssesssss D 31 8 Warranty nee ee 32 9 Troubleshooting mmmnrennnnnnnnnnnenananennnnnnnnnnnenananennsanennsnnerensesscsee n 32 9 1 Error LISt c cccssssssesssrecssrecssccserscuessecresesresssrecsersecestesrerasresseresseressresreresressssss EE 32 9 2 Transferability of Measurement Results 32 10 DISCIAIMEY concconcconscnnecnnsennsenncenncnnncencensrcnnscasscussenssenseensseserssecssecsrecssecssessss a a 33 analysette 22 MicroTec plus 1 1 1 2 1 3 Safety Instructions and Use General Information These operating instructions are intended for persons who are charged with the operation and supervision of Fritsch laser parti cle sizers All operators must be familiar with the contents of the operating instructions For this reason it is very important that these operating instructions actually be provided to these per sons It must be ensured that the operating instructions always remain within easy reach of the instrument Fritsch has prepared and inspected these operating instructions with great care Nevertheless no warranty can be made regard ing the completeness or absence of errors All commissioning maintenance
5. anti reflex layer A by holding a window at an angle to a fluorescent lamp If you see the inner N border of the window shimmer in a LI bluish colour the reflex layer is fac ing up The coated side is also marked with an arrow on the edge of the glass If the inner border appears whitish the reflex layer is facing down because the light entering into the window does not appear col oured by the anti reflex layer Then lay the seal ring into the groove provided for this analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 28 A FRITSCH 5 3 Lay the flow disk into the rear flange Then carefully join the two halves of the measuring cell The screws must be tightened care fully in a cross pattern You must take care that you close the two halves evenly with the four screws The flow disk situated between the two windows holds the windows in an exactly parallel position Any contamina tion remaining between the windows and the flow disk must absolutely be removed first A particle remaining between a win dow and the flow disk can lead to breaking of a window when screwing the cell together It also prevents the windows from be ing perfectly parallel If the windows are not parallel the calibration of the laser beam is disrupted The calibration is no longer valid for the entire ad justment range of the measuring cell due to the prism effect of the unparallel measuring cells Do NOT tighten any screw all at on
6. are surrounded by a triangle These operating instructions do not constitute a complete techni cal description They describe only the details required for safe operation and maintenance for usage under normal conditions analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 1 u FRITSCH _ FRITSCH A 1 4 General Safety Instructions The following symbols are used in this description to refer to im portant information and possible dangers Caution Warning against a danger source Follow the operating instructions Caution Mains voltage Caution Risk of explosion Caution Inflammable substances Caution Warning against laser beam Wear safety goggles Spraying with water forbidden Warning against hand injury analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 2 _ FRITSCH A e Read the operating instructions carefully e The device may only be used for the purpose described above e Do not remove the instruction labels e Care must be taken to prevent accidents during all work e Independent conversions of the device negate the conformity with European directives declared by Fritsch and void the warranty e When measuring oxidisable substances such as metals or ganic substances wood coal plastics etc the risk of spon taneous combustion dust explosion exists if the fine portion exceeds a certain percentage For this reason special safety measures e g measure
7. communica tion Select MicroTec plus and the appropriate COM port in the configuration menu Select Start Measurement and the SOP with the name Func tion Test Press OK Now perform a measurement with the Fritsch internal standard sample Instructions for this can be found in the Fritsch reference manual analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 18 u FRITSCH _ FRITSCH A 4 Liquid Dispersing Unit 4 1 Changing the Measuring Cell 1 Remove the cover plate of the measuring cell mount on the measuring unit and place it next to the liquid dispersing unit 2 Carefully remove the measuring cell insert from the measur ing cell mount of the liquid dispersing unit by pulling it out upwards UM N U U analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 19 _ FRITSCH A 3 Insert the measuring cell insert into the measuring cell mount of the measuring unit Pay attention to the correct orientation of the measuring cell in the mount the measuring cell glass with the prism surface must face toward the sensor to the rear Attention When inserting the measuring cell insert be careful that the measuring cell window is not scratched Always insert the measuring cell insert vertically 4 The measuring cell insert is correctly seated within the mea suring cell mount if the two guide pins of the measuring cell mount clearly pass through the holes in the grip plate of the measuring cell insert analy
8. side of the liquid dispersing unit Item 1 On off switch Item 2 Power socket Item 3 Measuring unit connection Item 4 External pump connection Item 5 Suspension liquid discharge Item 6 Suspension liquid supply IMPORTANT max 0 8 bar Item 7 Measuring cell supply Item 8 Measuring cell discharge 3 6 2 1 Mains Connection Connect the supplied power cord to the main power supply 4 Before connecting the device to your mains network set the on off switch to 0 then proceed as described in section 3 5 analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 13 3 7 3 6 2 2 Installing Hose Connections Caution Lay all hoses without kinks The hose connections must be connected pressure tight with hose clamps The filling connection labelled Liquid In 6 is used for filling of the measuring apparatus Connect the filling connection to your building water supply via the supplied pressure reducer and hose Secure the hose to the filling connection using the supplied hose clip The pressure reducer is permanently set to 0 8 bar In order to ensure that the rinsing process can be completed properly you must therefore provide at least 2 bar from your water supply If you connect the Liquid In filling connection 6 with demineral ised filtered water or a liquid reserve reservoir tank you can con nect an external filling pump to the External Pump connection 4 the pump will then be switched on and off according
9. to the human eye even an exposure time of 0 25 s is sufficient to cause permanent damage to the retina For this rea son any person operating the device with opened housing must wear suitable safety goggles The safety goggles must be suit able for the wavelength of the lasers used Warning labels regarding the laser emissions are located on the side parts of the device WARNING Never look into the laser beam Never place reflective objects within the laser beam Wear appropriate safety goggles during maintenance or calibration work on the open laser emitter lt 10 mW 532 and 940 nm The device equipped with a laser emitter may only be oper ated by authorised personnel The user of the device must familiarise himself with the hazards involved with laser emitters before using it Do not remove information and warning signs Appointing of a laser safety officer for the ANALYSETTE 22 is not necessary since the emission sources are fully en closed and inaccessible as with a laser printer or DVD player The ANALYSETTE 22 MicroTec plus is classified according to EN 60825 under laser safety class 1 Important The laser is automatically deactivated upon removal of the mea suring cell insert analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 4 __ FRITSCH 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 5 2 Ultra Sound Bath The ultra sound bath built into the liquid dispersing unit has an output of up to 50 watts PZT ultra sound oscill
10. 40 V The switching is performed automatically analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 11 u FRITSCH _ FRITSCH A Connections Important Install the USB driver software before switching on the MicroTec plus for the first time See section 3 7 1 Installation of the Driver Software Only connect the USB cable between the device and the com puter after installing the driver software 3 6 1 Measuring Unit Connections The following connections are located on the back side of the measuring unit tem 1 Connections for connecting the dispersing units to the measurement unit ltem 2 USB port for connecting the measuring unit to the com puter Mains 100 240V Fuse 2x 2A Slow Item 3 On off switch Item 4 Power socket 3 6 1 1 Mains Connection Connect the supplied power cord to the main power supply 4 Before connecting the device to your mains network set the on off switch to 0 then proceed as described in section 3 5 3 6 1 2 Connecting the Dispersing Unit Connect the measuring unit to the liquid dispersing unit using the supplied data cable Plug the cable into one of the connections provided 1 on the back side of the measuring unit Insert the other end into the socket provided on the back side of the liquid dispersing unit analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 12 FRITSCH m y 3 6 2 Liquid Dispersing Unit Connections The following connections are located on the back
11. ELL are connected to the measuring cell insert Kleinmengen Dispergiereinheit small Dispersing Unit _ FRITSCH A Connect the hose with the red marking with gt to cell zur Me zelle to Cell Drehzahlregulierung Pumpe und R hrer Speed Control Pump and Stirrer IN on the dispersing unit serves to fill the measuring apparatus and is connected either to a central supply line with for instance demineralised filtered water or to a storage tank with measuring fluid OUT serves to discharge the measuring and rinsing fluid analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 30 The hoses are firmly connected on delivery Should it ever be necessary to replace the hoses connect FROM CELL with the hose connection of the measuring cell insert that is labelled as From Cell Connect TO CELL to the other connection of the measuring cell correspondingly labelled To Cell The measuring liquid flows into the measuring cell from bottom to top Important The maximum water pressure in the device is 0 5 bar 6 2 2 Manual Changing of the Liquid Measuring Cell for the Small Quantity Dispersing Unit The following steps must be followed to switch the device to the small quantity dispersing unit 1 Remove the measuring cell insert of the normal liquid dis persing unit 2 Place the small quantity dispersing unit next to the measur ing unit 3 Position the measuring cell insert of the small quantity dis persin
12. FRITSCH E an ee Operating Instructions Laser Particle Sizer ANALYSETTE 22 MicroTec plus Fritsch GmbH Milling and Sizing Industriestrasse 8 D 55743 Idar Oberstein Phone 49 6784 70 0 Fax 49 6784 70 11 Email info fritsch de URL http www fritsch laser com Fritsch GmbH Laborger tebau is certified by the T V Zerti fizierungsgemeinschaft e V under certificate registration no 71 100 4 008 CRE Based on an audit report Fritsch GmbH has been awarded the certificate of compliance with the requirements of DIN EN ISO 9001 2000 The enclosed conformity declaration specifies the directives ful filled by the laser particle sizer analysette 22 MicroTec plus in order to carry the CE symbol MicroTec plus model numbers 22 8400 00 22 8500 00 Applicable as of serial number 0001 Version 03 2009 Index 000 Created _ FRITSCH A Inspected and approved FRITSCH Table of Contents Page 1 Safety Instructions and Use 22uunu2222000022a00unnununnununnunnun nun nnuunu nn nnunn un nnnnn un nnn nnmnnn 1 1 1 General Information cccccccsesserescsseresseuerseseusarencaseresseersenausaversasaressacersesuearereaceresseses e a 1 Wig OR a a a nt en a DS 1 OS AR een er ae na a D 1 1 4 General Safety Instructions ist 2 1 5 Device Safety Instructions sieste 4 GS EE ES ee ee ee een i 4 1 5 2 Ultra Sound Bath resserre ES 5 1 6 Op rat rs nee ee en ee nt ee aa 5 1 7 Saf
13. and repair work may only be performed by qualified personnel Subject to technical changes Use The laser particle sizer ANALYSETTE 22 MicroTec plus is a uni versally usable instrument for determination of the particle size distribution of suspensions emulsions and solids It is primarily used in research and development and in quality and process in spections The ANALYSETTE 22 MicroTec plus makes use of the FRITSCH patent on a positionable measuring cell in a convergent laser beam for determination of the particle size distribution The laser particle sizer described here is a system for use in an industrial environment During operation parts of the system ex hibit dangerous current levels and laser radiation sources As a consequence unauthorised removal of required covering ele ments or insufficient maintenance can result in serious injuries or material damages General Fritsch GmbH Laborger tebau retains the copyright to these technical documents These operating instructions are not to be reprinted or copied without the express approval of Fritsch GmbH The laser particle sizer was designed from the perspective of user safety however some risks could not be excluded Follow the instructions given here to avoid risks to users The symbols in the right hand margin highlight the risks de scribed in the text Some symbols are also found on the device and warn against possible hazards existing there Warning sym bols
14. ators fastened to the oscillating trough convert electrical energy into mechanical vibrations Fritsch ultra sound baths cause the liquid to vibrate at 40 kHz This causes miniscule vacuum bubbles that implode This cavitation principle destroys agglomerations Liquids contain dissolved gasses e g oxygen Freshly added li quids or liquids remaining in the oscillating trough for longer peri ods of time should be exposed to ultra sound for approx 5 to 15 minutes before use During the degassing period the cavitation noise alters loud degassing noises disappear at the end of the degassing process the device operates noticeably more quietly A lower noise level does not mean any subsiding in the ultra sound output only the end of the degassing process WARNING e Do not operate the ultra sound bath without liquids e Do not use any flammable liquids e g benzine solvents and no chemicals that contain or give off chloride ions Some disin fectants household cleaners and dishwashing soaps for dis persion in the stainless steel trough If working with flammable liquids is indispensable the liquid may under no circum stances be exposed to ultra sound and the smallest possible volume of liquid should be used See section 4 3 Selection of the Liquids Do not use aggressive liquids e g acids salt solutions Do not reach into the liquid during ultra sound emission The liquid heats up during longer periods of operation check
15. ce Turn the screws a little tighter in alternation until all screws are tight If you tighten the screws unevenly the windows may break Filling the Measuring Cell 5 3 1 Liquid Dispersing Unit Leave the measuring cell laying on a paper towel for now and in spect the measuring cell for gaps in the seal Select the measurement process Rinse Before Measurement and press Start Measurement The ultra sound bath then rinses itself and fills itself with clear measuring fluid The fill level sensor automatically closes the valve 5 3 2 When Using the Small Quantity Dispersing Unit Emptying and filling of the small quantity dispersing unit is per formed manually Turn the valve lever to Drain Fill With the supply opened fresh suspension liquid then flows into the glass container through the connected In hose The liquid level rises while the pump is switched off analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 29 m FRITSCH 6 2 Accessories MaScontrol Software Package All functions of the MicroTec plus can be programmed and con trolled using the MaScontrol software package see the MaS control user manual Small Quantity Dispersing Unit 6 2 1 Connecting the Small Quantity Dispersing Unit The small quantity dispersing unit is delivered with a special lig uid measuring cell The dispersing unit has four hose connec tions labelled with e FROM CELL e TO CELL o IN e OUT FROM CELL and TO C
16. e of the product the customer shall be fully responsible for the functionality of the product or shall be liable for any damages or injuries resulting from the violation of this responsibility This manual was produced to the best of our knowledge and its up to datedness was checked at the time of print FRITSCH GMBH does not provides no guarantee of the correctness or completeness of the content of this manual including but not lim ited to implicit guarantees pertaining to the market suitability and the suitability for certain purposes unless applicable laws or leg islation call for a compulsory liability FRITSCH GMBH further reserves the right to revise and or up date the manual without prior notice The same shall apply to re visions or improvements to any products described in this man ual It is the responsibility of the individual user to inquire about the latest issue of this manual In this regard please contact your local FRITSCH GMBH sales partner or Fritsch GmbH Industri estr 8 D 55473 Idar Oberstein Not all components shown in this manual may be part of the pro duct The purchaser does not have any claim to delivery of these parts If interested please contact your local FRITSCH GMBH sales partner or Fritsch GmbH Industriestr 8 D 55743 Idar Oberstein FRITSCH GMBH strives to continuously improve the quality reli ability and safety of this product and to maintain the product s state of the art design At the ti
17. ety Equipment see 5 1 8 Electrical Safety se 5 1 8 1 Gener l uucnsesenanansunanannunnnanenanannunnnannunnnnnenanannunnnannunnnnnunanannunnnannunnnnneanannnnnnennnnnn a e _ _ 5 1 8 2 Overload Protection sise menee a a 5 2 Technical Data ssscsnscsnscnnscenscensensssnsssnncnenecnrensrecssneesserssersseneneensensieeeessss a 6 3 INSTANATION rccesscensensscnssenncennennrennrecnsenssessensseenereserssenssenssensseneeeenensenses a a 6 3 1 Transport and Storage DEEE 6 3 2 Unpacking MM 6 3 3 Setup n2uunnnnnnnnnnnsnnnnnnnnnnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnannnnnnnnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnena aa 9 3 4 Accessory CaSe auunsssesesenansnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnannnnnnnnnnnenns sense nn A 10 3 5 Electrical Connection see A 11 3 5 1 Electrical FUS S c ccccssesceeeeeeeeeeeeteseeeereeeteeeeeeteereteee a ___ 11 3 5 2 Stability of the Power Supply aa a e 11 3 5 3 Adapting to the Power Network sise 11 3 6 Connections cccscccesecsesesseseseressuerectaueerenesaressacerserecearerscseresecersersceesesses a 12 3 6 1 Measuring Unit Connections 4 i 12 3 6 1 1 Mains Connection ss s e 12 3 6 1 2 Connecting the Dispersing Unit ss 12 3 6 2 Liquid Dispersing Unit Connections ss 13 3 6 2 1 Mains Connection ss a ro 13 3 6 2 2 Installing Hose Connections 14 3 7 Preparing the Computer a 14 3 7 1 Installation of the Driver Software u
18. f it is expected that the temperature will fall below the permissi ble temperature range e g for a planned transport it is essen tial that the entire suspension circuit dispersing unit hoses and measuring cell in the measuring device first be rinsed thoroughly with ethanol and the liquid then completely removed The device may not be switched on while cooled below the per missible temperature After the device has been cooled to tem peratures below 10 C you must wait for the device to warm to ambient temperature before switching it on condensation in the device can lead to disruptions and damage You will be able to see characters and graphics on the screen more easily if you select a setup location such that sunlight or ar tificial light do not fall directly on the image tubes Sometimes simply turning the monitor out of the light will help partial sha dow increases the contrast and helps to prevent eye fatigue Easy accessibility should be ensured during setup so the device can be operated without difficulty The setup location must be protected against water If there ex ists the risk that a water layer could form on the setup surface in the event of an error you must select another setup location If no other location is available the entire device must be elevated use riser blocks analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 9 u FRITSCH FRITSCH u 3 4 Accessory Case The accessory case contai
19. ft Warum ist dieser Test wichtig 7 Das Fortsetzen der Installation dieser Software kann die korrekte Funktion des Systems direkt oder in Zukunft beeintr chtigen Microsoft empfiehlt strengstens die Installation jetzt abzubrechen und sich mit dem Hardwarehersteller fur Software die den Windows Logo Test bestanden hat in Verbindung zu setzen Installation fortsetzen Installation abbrechen A Continue installation analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 15 PL 2303 Driver Installer Program InstallShield Wizard Complete The InstallShield wizard has successfully installed the PL 2303 USB to Serial driver Please click the Finish button to exit the wizard If you have plugged the PL 2303 device on PC before running this setup please unplug and then plug the cable again for system detection 5 Complete the installation with FINISH Connect the measuring unit which has a USB port in the rear to a USB port of your computer using the supplied USB cable Use the main power switches located on the upper rear of each device to switch on first the liquid dispersing unit and then the measuring unit The wizard for locating new hardware opens automatically Assistent fiir das Suchen neuer Hardware Willkommen Es wird nach aktueller und aktualisierter Software auf dem Computer auf der Hardwareinstallations CD oder auf der Windows Update Website mit Ihrer Erlaubnis gesucht Datenschutzrichtlinie anzeigen Sol
20. g unit in the measuring cell mount of the measuring unit tt qq AG Maintenance The analysette 22 NanoTec and MicroTec requires no mainte nance apart from the regular cleaning Before starting any work in the device switch off the meas uring unit and the liquid dispersing unit and unplug the power cord analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 31 ul FRITSCH 9 2 Warranty The warranty card enclosed with the device upon delivery must be completely filled out and returned to the delivering factory so that the warranty can enter into effect The company FRITSCH GmbH Laborger tebau Idar Oberstein and its Technical Appli cation Laboratory or the corresponding national representatives will be glad to offer advice and assistance Indication of the serial number imprinted on the type plate is re quired with any questions The type plate is located on the back side of the liquid dispersing module and measuring module Troubleshooting Error List Light Power connection Plug in the power plug does not light missing ap Switch on the main switch Replace the mains fuse Transferability of Measurement Results lf a measurement of particles is intended to determine which of their assumed properties are true the measurer is not only an observer and the measuring device is not only his tool rather both participate actively in the process In the determination of particle size distributions both are ac
21. it out by pressing on one side or the other The windows may only be touched by hand on their edges 4 j MEE SP E analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 26 7 Lift the flow disk out of the rear flange using a spatula being careful not to touch the measuring cell window Caution NEVER lay the rear flange of the measuring cell on an un protected surface with the window facing down This could scratch the optical glass or destroy the anti reflex coating This can make your entire measuring cell unusable 5 2 4 Cleaning the Windows Great care is required for cleaning the windows The windows may only be touched by hand on their edges 5 2 4 1 Loose Window The following window cleaning method has proven successful Rinse the window using the spray bottle of distilled water until no large contamination is visible Then lay the special paper on the inside of the window and moisten it with distilled water and a drop of tenside Pril so that the paper sticks to the glass sur face To wipe off the surface slide the paper off parallel to the surface with out pressing the paper against the glass analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 27 ul FRITSCH You may need to repeat this wiping process on the glass surface with fresh paper until contamination can no longer be seen Sample residue that adheres very strongly can be softened with a tenside e g Pril and very carefully wiped a
22. l eine Verbindung mit Windows Update hergestellt werden um nach Software zu suchen Ja nur diese eine Mal Ja und jedes Mal wenn ein Ger t angeschlossen wird Nein diesmal nicht Klicken Sie auf Weiter um den Vorgang fortzusetzen 1 Select NO NOT THIS TIME gt NEXT analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 16 u FRITSCH Assistent f r das Suchen neuer Hardware 2 3 Mit diesem Assistenten k nnen Sie Software f r die folgende Hardwarekomponente installieren Prolific USB o Serial Comm Port O Falls die Hardwarekomponente mit einer CD A oder Diskette geliefert wurde legen Sie diese jetzt ein Wie mochten Sie vorgehen Software automatisch installieren empfohlen Software von einer Liste oder bestimmten Quelle installieren f r fortgeschrittene Benutzer Klicken Sie auf Weiter um den Vorgang fortzusetzen Select AUTOMATICALLY INSTALL SOFTWARE gt Next Die zu instalierende Software hat den Windows Logo Test nicht bestanden der die Kompatibilit t mit Windows XP berpr ft Marum ist dieser Test wichtig 7 Das Fortsetzen der Installation dieser Software kann die korrekte Funktion des Systems direkt oder in Zukunft beeintr chtigen Microsoft empfiehlt strengstens die Installation jetzt abzubrechen und sich mit dem Hardwarehersteller fur Software die den Windows Logo Test bestanden hat in Verbindung zu setzen Installation fortsetzen Installatio
23. little with the special paper Then rinse the window clean with the spray bottle and dab it off carefully onto the dry special paper You should carefully keep the window covered until it is installed again in the measuring cell 5 2 4 2 Fixed Window The same applies to the window attached in a fixed position to the rear flange as for the loose window Handle the optical sur faces very carefully Also clean all metal surfaces and seals very well Adhering grains can lead to the window not being optimally installed and the laser beam is brought out of calibration by moving of the measuring cell In extreme cases a glass can even break during installation 5 2 5 Flow Disk The flow disk is made of PTFE and must be handled carefully It must never be subjected to mechanical loads A bent flow disk cannot be used You can rinse the flow disk under flowing water Brush off any adhering particles very carefully with a soft brush 5 2 6 Seal Rings The seal rings can be rinsed under flowing particle free distilled water and then dried with lint free soft paper 5 2 7 Installing the Measuring Cell After cleaning the parts you must reassemble the measuring cell Assembly of the measuring cell is performed in reverse order Lay in the loose window with the bluish shimmering anti reflex coating facing out there are arrows on the window edges see image the arrows point out toward the anti reflex coating You can identify the
24. me this product and the accom panying manual left the sphere of influence of FRITSCH GMBH it satisfied current technological standards and practices When using this product the customer agrees and acknowledges that defects malfunctions or errors are not completely unavoid able In order to avoid the risk of direct or indirect damages to persons or property resulting from the facts mentioned above or any other causes the customer is required to take sufficient and adequate preventive measures when working with the product analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 33 Fritsch GmbH rejects all contractual legal or other liabilities gua rantees or obligations in connection with compensation for dam ages whether explicit implied contractual or arising due to un authorised actions Under no circumstances will Fritsch GmbH be held liable or grant the right for compensation for specific direct indirect accidental or consequential damages including but not limited to lost financial gains lost savings lost circumstances or financial losses of any kind This further applies to compensation for damages to third parties downtimes goodwill damages to or replacement of equipment or property costs for the reconstruc tion of materials or goods in connection with the product for damages or injuries to persons including death or similar The above disclaimer shall apply exclusively unless compulsory liabil ity is stipulated by law or legisla
25. ment in suspension must be taken and the work must be supervised by a specialist e In addition the maximum workplace concentration values of the pertinent safety regulations must be observed and suffi cient ventilation must be ensured or the device must be oper ated under a hood e The device is not designed with explosion protection and is not suitable for measuring explosive combustible or fire promoting substances e The device may not be used in an electrically conducting dust containing or moist environment e Do not allow any liquids to enter the device e Do not use any highly flammable burnable liquids such as alcohols ketones benzines etc analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 3 1 5 Device Safety Instructions 1 5 1 Laser The measurement unit of the ANALYSETTE 22 MicroTec plus contains two semiconductor lasers each with 7 mW output and a wavelength of 532 nm or 940 nm Accordingly when removed from the housing or if the housing itself is removed the lasers of the ANALYSETTE 22 MicroTec plus are classified as Class 3b EN 60825 1 11 2001 and the laser emitters may only be oper ated under the purview of the safety regulations of the German Trade Supervisory Office if the corresponding safety instructions of EN 60825 Part 1 and 2 are observed The user must familiar ise himself with the hazards involved with laser emitters before using the device Laser devices of laser classes 3B and 4 are hazardous
26. n abbrechen CONTINUE INSTALLATION Assistent f r das Suchen neuer Hardware 4 FINISH Fertigstellen des Assistenten Die Software f r die folgende Hardware wurde installiert F Prolific USB4o Ser al Comm Port Klicken Sie auf Fertig stellen um den Vorgang abzuschlie en Fertig stellen Abbrechen analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 17 a FRITSCH 3 8 Datei Aktion Ansicht lt a 24 SE FISCHERNB 1 Anschl sse COM und LPT Ss ECP Druckeranschluss LPT 1 Intel R Active Management Technology SOL COM4 I Prolific USB to Serial Comm Port COM7 Audio Video und Gamecontroller M Batterien Bluetooth Ger te Computer 43 DVD CD ROM Laufwerke Eingabeger te Human Interface Devices Grafikkarte IDE ATA ATAPI Controller 7 IEEE 1394 Bus Hostcontroller amp Laufwerke M use und andere Zeigeger te L Modems Monitore 8 Netzwerkadapter PCMCIA Adapter Personal identification devices 5 In Windows click on the button START CONTROL PANEL SYSTEM HARDWARE DEVICE MANAGER The ports of the Prolific USB to serial communication port are shown there Make note of the COM port that was assigned by Windows and select this port in the MaS control software Checking the Communication After the USB connection between the measuring device and the computer has been established you must check the
27. ns materials and tools for cleaning of the optical glass elements cleaning fluid cleaning cloths com pressed air etc replacement screws hose clips and seals for the measuring cell tools for assembly and maintenance a DVD with software a microfibre cleaning cloth for metal and glass sur faces internal particle size standards F500 F70 dispersion agents USB cable power cord and communication cable A packing list is enclosed with the case analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 10 3 9 Electrical Connection Connect the measuring device the dispersing unit the computer with monitor and the printer to a power strip each with separate power cables Important Connect the power strip to a power supply line protected with a residual current circuit breaker 3 5 1 Electrical Fuses The measuring and dispersing units each have two device fuses in the power connection sockets 3 5 2 Stability of the Power Supply Devices with electronic components demand stabile supply volt ages 10 deviation For weak power networks or networks not safe against errors voltage peaks due to inductive load changes or switched mode power supplies we recommend connecting a voltage stabiliser and filters between the power supply and device order no 20 6000 00 3 5 3 Adapting to the Power Network Manual switching of the voltage ranges on the device is not nec essary because the device can be operated with 100 120 V 200 2
28. particles with higher density must be meas ured the share of glycerine can be increased up to a ratio of 7 3 In general liquids up to a viscosity of 30 cPoise can still be pum ped without problems by the pump system of the dispersing unit Before the planned use of other measuring liquids Fritsch GmbH must first be consulted In principle we warn against the use of liquids that are ex plosive combustible or hazardous to health they cannot be recommended The summary given above is intended only to provide infor mation about the chemical compatibility of the device with respect to liquids The measuring device and dispersing units are not designed with explosion protection The following may not be used Ketones acetone propanone butanone cyclohexanone Ether fluorochlorohydrocarbons Amines freon 21 32 methanol aniline benzine Chlorohydrocarbons such as ethanoic acid and their deriv itives undiluted acids and bases analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 22 __ FRITSCH 4 4 4 5 4 6 When using measuring liquids hazardous to health always follow the applicable safety regulations maximum work place concentration values and place the measuring unit and dispersing units in ventilated safety zones if required The liquid consumption is significantly reduced through the use of the small quantity dispersing unit Dispersion of Hydrophobic Samples Hydrophobic samples can be dispe
29. protected against weather and external influences Transport over larger distances only in a transport box Unpacking Compare your order with the delivery In the event of incomplete delivery and or transport damages inform the shipper immedi ately and FRITSCH GmbH within 24 hours Later complaints can no longer be accepted Only open the boxes while the arrows point upward Remove the transport packaging as shown in the following pictures 1 Remove the top lid analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 6 u FRITSCH FRITSCH u 2 The accessory case is located beneath the lid Remove the case i 3 Remove the top foam parts analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 7 FRITSCH u 4 Lift the measuring unit and liquid dispersing unit out of the moulded foam as shown in the image This action requires two people Warning The top grips are not transport grips they are intended only for lifting out the measuring cell insert analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 8 3 3 Setup Place the device indoors on a flat stabile surface It is not nec essary to fasten the device in place Please avoid intense heat sunlight heaters etc dusty envi ronments and their effects on the interior of the measuring device as well as extreme humidity gt 85 The permissible ambient temperature during operation of the de vice is 10 C to 35 C Storage between 1 C and 40 C is possible I
30. riefly rinse out after the measure ment because the connecting hoses will be damaged e Formaldehyde e Saturated solutions of inorganic salts analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 21 Au mi FRITSCH Samples present in oil e g oils similar to machine oil do not al so have to be measured in oil Example Toner in machine oil The sample is first dispersed in ethylene glycol with a drop of tenside Pril in the ultra sound bath Then a mixture is created 1 1 with water and this is added to the ultra sound bath of the la ser particle sizer ANALYSETTE 22 Example Raw cocoa mixture Raw cocoa mixture is typically measured in acetone or benzine known from the sieving process Measurement in the ANALYSETTE 22 can also be performed in peanut oil for in stance Because peanut oil is suitable for use with food the waste oil can also be used as a lubricant on the rollers solving the disposal problem Example Weakly magnetic materials In general particle size distributions of magnetic substances cannot be measured in suspensions due to the mutual attraction of the individual particles However due to the high sensitivity of the ANALYSETTE 22 very low concentrations in other words relatively large distances between the individual particles can be used on one hand and on the other substances can also be suspended with high viscosity liquids due to the high power of the centrifugal pump If larger particles or
31. rsed despite their water repulsing properties if they are first mixed into a paste with a fluid tenside Pril and then dispersed in water under constant stirring Agglomerates are also dispersed more easily and more quickly in an ultra sound bath because the entire sample is subjected to the ultra sound In the circuit of the dispersing unit only the quantity in the bath is in the area of the ultra sound For soil samples 0 1 0 5 sodium pyrophosphate solution is recommended as a dispersing aid for example The sample pre pared in this way in an ultra sound bath e g laborette 17 can be measured in pure water Measurement of Weakly Soluble Samples Even samples that are weakly soluble in liquid can be measured with the laser particle sizer ANALYSETTE 22 To do this prepa ration of a saturated measuring liquid is recommended In this li quid the particle size cannot change by dissolving the meas urement results therefore remain inaccurate However the satu rated solution must be filtered before use For very expensive products it is sometimes worthwhile to iden tify a replacement substance that takes over the task of saturat ing the measuring liquid The Measuring Cell The measuring cell has angled surfaces on the side facing the detector so that light can leave the measuring cell even with large diffraction angles The window on this side is firmly attached to the rear measuring cell flange of the measuring cell
32. sette 22 MicroTec plus Page 20 4 2 4 3 5 Close the measuring cell mount of the liquid dispersing unit Changing a Hose If it is necessary to change a sample hose pay attention to the labels To Cell and From Cell on the back side of the liquid dispersing unit and on the measuring cell insert Only connect to gether connections with the same label Selection of the Liquids The measuring liquid in the device supply and measuring unit only comes into contact with materials that are largely chemically resistant Certain organic liquids or saturated inorganic salt solu tions may be used briefly without damaging the device The measuring liquid comes into contact with stainless steel glass PTFE Viton FPM and FKM and Norprene A 60 G The standard connection hoses are made of Norprene A 60 G Fritsch GmbH recommends water as the suspension liquid for the dispersing unit For measurement of samples incompatible with water an appro priate liquid may be selected from the following list see also the Compatibility List section e Mono di or tryhydric alcohols except for methanol e g ethyl alcohol isopropyl alcohol glycol or glycerine e Benzines petroleum ether test benzine kerosine e Mineral and organic oils such as petroleum and soy oil nut oil olive oll e Cyclic aromatic compounds ring hydrocarbons toluene only briefly rinse out after the measurement e Alkanes e Hexane heptane only b
33. t Device Controller gt Drainage gt Open both gt Set The liquid in the system then drains out 5 2 3 Disassembling the Measuring Cell Although the measuring circuit should now be completely without liquid it may be that residual liquid remains in the measuring cell itself Therefore you should have a paper towel or something similar ready to directly collect any liquid escaping analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 24 FRITSCH _ FRITSCH A en 1 Lift the measuring cell insert out of the measuring unit and lay it on a prepared piece of paper towel 2 Open the 4 screws that close the measuring cell in a cross wise pattern 3 Lift off the rear measuring cell flange with the glued in win dow Ely Ay an analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 25 FRITSCH a E A 4 Lay the rear flange onto a paper towel with the window prism facing up 5 Remove the outer O ring and clean the metallic surfaces of the front flange 6 Lift up the measuring cell mount and press the window of the front flange out of the measuring cell using a clean paper towel Place the loose window on the lens cleaning paper with the outside facing down Caution Do not catch the edges of the window when pressing it out This could destroy the glass edges Lodged particles may make the window somewhat difficult to re move Attempt to tilt it somewhat within the frame when pressing
34. tion Liability for negligence shall be excluded in all cases Neither explicit implied nor any other rights of use pertaining to patents trademark or other copyrights are granted Furthermore we shall not be held responsible for any violation of patents or vi olations of rights to third parties resulting from use of this product Fritsch GmbH cannot monitor the adherence to this manual or the conditions and methods during the installation operation ap plication and maintenance of the product Improper installation may cause damage to property or endanger people We cannot be held responsible for any losses damages or costs arising from faulty installations improper operation as well as incorrect use and maintenance or any other liability connected with the above analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 34 FRITSCH
35. tive in generating the result and determining its nature In the development of measuring devices the designer strives to eliminate the influence of the operator as much as possible Ho wever the effects of the physical measurement process applied and its realisation in the device cannot be ignored If for example particle size distributions are measured according to the sedimentation process scanning photo sedimentograph analysette 20 and through analysis of a diffraction image at least slightly deviating results must be expected In the measurement of particle sizes through the analysis of a dif fraction image all dimensions of irregular particles are seen and correspondingly taken into account in the result For in stance the longitudinal extent of needle shaped samples is also determined here In a comparison or the transfer of particle size distributions from various measuring processes the particle sha pe must be taken into consideration analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 32 m FRITSCH __ FRITSCH A 10 Disclaimer Prior to using this product this manual must be carefully read and understood The use of this product requires technical know ledge and may only be used by commercial users The product may only be used for the applications shown and instructions gi ven within the scope of this manual and must be maintained on a regular basis In case of non compliance or improper mainte nanc
36. to when the device requests water The following accessories are required for connection of the pump 86 5500 00 power supply switch box 22 1870 00 switch box cable The drain connection 5 labelled with Drain is used to dis charge used measuring and rinsing liquid from the drain valve For drainage use a hose for used suspension fluid with 20 mm internal diameter and secure it to the drain connection with the supplied hose clip Run the drain hose to the drain of a washbasin or a special col lection container for your Suspension Caution The measuring and rinsing liquid is pumped out of the drain hose with pressure during the rinsing process Make certain that the hose cannot slide out of the drain or collection con tainer to cause spillage Preparing the Computer The MicroTec plus contains an integrated serial to USB converter that makes it possible to connect the MicroTec plus to an analy sis computer via a USB port This converter requires driver software that is found on the sup plied Fritsch DVD The installation program is located in the di rectory prg USB driver MicroTec plus PL 2303 Driver In Staller exe Current drivers can also be found on the homepage of prolific www prolific com tw in the area Support Download USB and Firewire Important Install the USB driver software before switching on the MicroTec plus for the first time analysette 22 MicroTec plus Page 14 __ FRITSCH
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