Agilent 4100
Microwave Plasma
Atomic Emission
Spectrometer
Site Preparation Guide
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Contents
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Contents
1. Introduction 7
Installation Guidelines 8
Site Preparation Check-list 9
2. Safety Practices and Hazards 11
General 11
Plasma 12
Heat, Vapors and Fumes 13
Compressed Gas Hazards 14
Electrical Hazards 15
Other Precautions 15
Warning Symbols 16
Color Coding 17
CE Compliance 18
ICES/NMB-001 18
3. Laboratory Environment 19
Suitability 19
Environmental Conditions 20
Temperature control 21
Cleanliness 21
Instrument cooling air supply 21
Workbench 22
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Workbench Location 22
PC Requirements 23
4. Instrument Shipping Information 25
In-house Transit Routes 25
Insurance After Delivery 26
Weights and Dimensions 26
Transit Damage 27
Unpacking the Instrument 28
5. Laboratory Facilities 29
Exhaust System 29
Electrical Power Supplies 30
Electrical requirements 31
Instrument power connections 31
Other electrical connections 32
Fuses 32
Gas Supplies 32
Cylinder storage instructions 34
Cryogenic liquids 34
Waste Fluid Container 35
Guidelines for Software Installation 35
Contents
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6. Accessories and Options 37
Organic Solvents or Hydrofluoric Acid 37
External Gas Control Module 38
Gas requirements 38
Monochromator Optics Air Purge 39
Gas requirements 40
Sample Preparation System (SPS 3) 40
Environmental conditions 41
Multimode Sample Introduction System (MSIS) 41
Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator 42
Environmental requirements 42
Maximum sound power level 42
Gas requirements 43
Electrical requirements 44
Weights and dimensions 44
7. Gas Requirements and Configurations 45
Compressed Air Requirements 45
Agilent 4100 MP-AES Gas Configurations 48
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Introduction
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1. Introduction
Installation Guidelines 8
Site Preparation Check-list 9
This guide contains the information required to successfully prepare
a site for an Agilent 4100 Microwave Plasma Atomic Emission
Spectrometer (MP-AES) instrument installation.
On completion of the site preparation, fill in the check-list on Page 9,
(striking out those entries not applicable), and send this check-list to
your local Agilent agent or Agilent sales and service office. As soon
as it is received, Agilent or its agent will contact you to arrange a
convenient time for installation.
References to the Agilent 4100 MP-AES instrument are applicable to
all models and configurations unless otherwise stated.
In case of difficulty in preparing for the installation, and for details
of operator training courses, please contact your Agilent sales
representative or field service engineer at the address given below:
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Installation Guidelines
Allow a minimum of four hours for the installation by an Agilent field
service engineer. If accessories are included, allow a maximum of
eight hours.
The installation and familiarization will include the following
Instrument installation
Instrument software installation and registration
Accessory installation
Instrument installation performance tests
Basic customer training
Maintenance overview
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Site Preparation Check-list
I have prepared:
Exhaust system
Gas supplies
Nitrogen (separate supplies for the MP-AES and EGCM)
Air (separate supplies for the MP-AES and nitrogen
generator)
Argon
Electrical power supplies
Power connections
Personal computer with Windows 7 64-bit operating system
installed and printer
Waste container
Cooling air system (if required)
Accessories
SPS 3 – Sample Preparation System
EGCM – External Gas Control Module – including gas supplies
Monochromator Optics Purge – including gas supplies
Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator – including gas supplies
All preparations have been completed. Please arrange for the
installation to be completed as soon as possible. I understand that if
the installation site is not prepared in accordance with the enclosed
instructions, additional installation charges may be applicable.
Company name and address:
Name:
Position:
Telephone:
Date:
Preferred
Installation date:
Signed:
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Safety Practices and Hazards
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2. Safety Practices and Hazards
General 11
Plasma 12
Heat, Vapors and Fumes 13
Compressed Gas Hazards 14
Electrical Hazards 15
Other Precautions 15
Warning Symbols 16
Color Coding 17
CE Compliance 18
ICES/NMB-001 18
General
Operation of an Agilent 4100 Microwave Plasma Atomic Emission
Spectrometer (MP-AES) involves the use of compressed gases,
microwave energy and hazardous materials including corrosive fluids
and flammable liquids. Careless, improper or unskilled use of this
instrument can cause death or serious injury to personnel, and/or
severe damage to equipment and property. Only trained personnel
should use this equipment.
The MP-AES incorporates interlocks and covers that are designed to
prevent inadvertent contact with any potential hazards. If the
MP-AES is used in any manner not specified by Agilent, this
protection 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.
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The safety practices described below are provided to help the user
operate the Agilent 4100 MP-AES safely. Read each safety topic
thoroughly before attempting to operate the MP-AES and always
operate the MP-AES in accordance with these safety practices.
If you are unsure of the effects of any liquid, gas or chemical on the
MP-AES, consult your Agilent field service engineer or approved
representative before use.
If the MP-AES is to be used in conjunction with other non-Agilent
equipment, the safety requirements of any system incorporating the
MP-AES is the responsibility of the assembler of the system.
Plasma
The plasma is extremely hot (about 6,000 °C, 11,000 °F) and operates
using high levels of microwave energy. The plasma emits high
intensity light. Always wear appropriate eye protection if viewing the
plasma. Close contact with the operating plasma can result in severe
heat burns to the skin, and exposure to microwave radiation can
cause sub-surface skin burns.
Do not operate the plasma if:
the microwave excitation assembly appears to be damaged
foreign material is present in the viewing port (left end of the
microwave excitation assembly) or the torch aperture (vertical
space for the torch)
the space above the chimney is not clear of objects
the MP-AES exhaust system is not connected or turned on
The microwave excitation assembly is designed to contain microwave
radiation and generate the plasma while still permitting easy
installation of the torch and viewing of the plasma. The MP-AES has
an interlock system that is designed to extinguish the plasma if either
the pre-optics window holder is opened or the torch is unloaded. Do
not attempt to bypass the interlock system.
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Before opening the pre-optics window holder or unloading the torch,
extinguish the plasma by:
pressing SHIFT and F5 on the keyboard
selecting the ‘Plasma off’ option from the ‘Plasma’ drop-down
arrow on the MP Expert software toolbar
pressing the Plasma Enable switch on the front of the Agilent
4100 MP-AES
The torch remains 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 to cool before removing it from the
loader.
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
MP-AES may render the system inoperative and/or hazardous. It may
also invalidate the warranty on the MP-AES. 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 MP-AES by means of an
exhaust system. Ensure that an exhaust system of the appropriate
type is fitted and operational (as specified in the site preparation
guide). The system must be vented to the outside 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 fan must always be switched on
before igniting the plasma.
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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) can result in an oxygendeficient atmosphere which can cause asphyxiation. The storage area
must be adequately ventilated and must comply with the rules and
regulations imposed by the local authorities responsible for such use
in the workplace.
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.
If gases are to be plumbed from a remote storage area to the
instrument site, ensure that the local outlets are fitted with stop
valves, pressure gauges and suitable regulators that are easily
accessible to the instrument operator. The gas outlets must be
provided within 1.5 meters (5 feet) of the Agilent 4100 MP-AES.
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 cylinder before connecting it to the MP-AES.
If using cryogenic (liquid) gases (for example, liquid nitrogen or
argon) prevent severe burns by wearing suitable protective clothing
and gloves.
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Electrical Hazards
The Agilent 4100 MP-AES 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 that are
retained by screws on the MP-AES and accessories may be opened
only by Agilenttrained, Agilent-qualified or Agilentapproved field
service engineers (unless specifically instructed). Consult the
documentation or product labels supplied with your personal
computer (PC), monitor and printer to determine which parts are
operator-accessible.
Other Precautions
Use of the MP-AES and accessories may involve materials, solvents
and solutions that are flammable, corrosive, toxic or otherwise
hazardous. Careless, improper or unskilled use of such materials,
solvents and solutions can create explosion hazards, fire hazards,
toxicity and other hazards that can result in death, serious personal
injury or damage to equipment.
Always ensure that laboratory safety practices governing the use,
handling and disposal of hazardous materials are strictly observed.
These safety practices should include wearing appropriate safety
clothing and safety glasses.
Air flow to the MP-AES and accessories must be unobstructed. Do
not block the ventilation grill on the instrument. Consult the
documentation supplied with your PC, monitor and printer for their
specific ventilation requirements.
Great care should be taken when working with glass or quartz parts
to prevent breakage and cuts. This is especially important when
attaching plastic tubing to glass barbs, or removing and replacing
pieces of broken torch.
The MP-AES weighs approximately 73 kg (161 lb). To avoid injury to
personnel or damage to the MP-AES or property, always use a forklift
or other suitable mechanical lifting device to move the MP-AES.
Use only Agilent-supplied spares with your MP-AES.
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Warning Symbols
The following is a list of symbols that appear in conjunction with
warnings in this guide and on the Agilent 4100 MP-AES. The hazard
they describe is also shown. The beginning of the warning text is
noted by a warning icon:
WARNING
A triangular symbol indicates a warning. The meanings of the
symbols that may appear alongside warnings in the documentation
or on the MP-AES itself are as follows:
Corrosive liquids
Electrical shock
Eye hazard
Fire hazard
Heavy weight
(danger to feet)
Heavy weight
(danger to hands)
Hot surface
Moving parts
Non-ionizing radiation
Noxious gases
Sharp object
The following symbol may be used on warning labels attached to the
MP-AES. When you see this symbol, refer to the relevant operation or
service documentation for the correct procedure referred to by that
warning label.
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The following symbols appear on the Agilent 4100 MP-AES for your
information.
I
Mains power on
0
Mains power off
Single phase alternating current
When attached to the rear of the instrument, it indicates that
the product complies with the requirements of one or more
EU directives.
Color Coding
The various indicator lights appearing on Agilent instruments and
associated accessories are color coded to represent the status of the
instrument or accessory.
A green light indicates the instrument is in normal/standby
mode.
An orange light indicates that a potential hazard is present.
A blue light indicates that operator intervention is required.
A red light warns of danger or an emergency.
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CE Compliance
Your Agilent 4100 MP-AES has been designed to comply with the
requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive
and the Low Voltage (electrical safety) Directive (commonly referred
to as the LVD) of the European Union. Agilent has confirmed that
each product complies with the relevant Directives by testing a
prototype against the prescribed EN (European Norm) standards.
Proof that a product complies with these directives is indicated by:
the CE Marking appearing on the rear of the product, and
the documentation package that accompanies the product
containing a copy of the Declaration of Conformity. The
Declaration of Conformity is the legal declaration by Agilent that
the product complies with the directives listed above, and shows
the EN standards to which the product was tested to
demonstrate compliance.
ICES/NMB-001
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES- 001.
Cet appareil ISM est conforme à la norme NMB-001 du Canada.
Laboratory Environment
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3. Laboratory Environment
Suitability 19
Environmental Conditions 20
Temperature control 21
Cleanliness 21
Instrument cooling air supply 21
Workbench 22
Workbench Location 22
PC Requirements 23
This section includes information on laboratory requirements for the
Agilent 4100 MP-AES instrument including:
Environmental conditions
Workbench construction and location
Guidelines for software installation
Suitability
The instrument is only suitable for indoor use and is classified
suitable under the following categories (EN 61010-1):
Installation category II
Pollution degree 2
Equipment class I
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Environmental Conditions
The area selected for the operation of an Agilent 4100 MP-AES
instrument must be free from drafts, corrosive atmospheres and
vibration. Sample preparation areas and materials storage facilities
should be located in a separate room.
The area should be a dust free, low humidity environment. Airconditioning is strongly recommended for control of the
environment.
Table 1. Suitable environmental conditions
Condition Altitude Temp (°C) Humidity
(%RH) noncondensing
Max Rate Of
Change (°C)
Non-operating
(Transport)
0–4,000 m
(0–13100 ft)
-40–70 °C
(-40–158 °F)
<90
Operating and
complying with
performance
specifications
0–3,000 m
(0–9,800 ft)
5–35 °C
(41–95 °F)
50–80 ≤ 2 °C /hr
≤±10°C since
calibration
3,000–4,000 m
(9,800–13,100 ft)
5–25 °C
(41–77 °F)
50–80 ≤ 2 °C /hr
≤±10 °C since
calibration
NOTE
For optimum analytical performance, it is recommended that the ambient
temperature of the laboratory be between 20–25 °C (68–77 °F). The ambient
temperature must be constant, with the maximum acceptable temperature
change being 2 °C (3.6 °F) per hour to comply with performance specifications.
The maximum temperature change before a recalibration is required is
±10 °C
(±18 °F).
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Temperature control
Most of the heat generated by the Agilent 4100 MP-AES instrument
into the laboratory is extracted from the laboratory by the exhaust
system. When the plasma is operating, approximately 200 W of heat
from the instrument electronics flows into the laboratory.
Cleanliness
Limit dust levels to less than 36,000,000 particles (0.5 microns or
larger) per cubic meter of air. This is equivalent to a very clean office.
Instrument cooling air supply
The Agilent 4100 MP-AES instrument requires clean, dry, oil-free
non-corrosive air for cooling purposes. This is supplied to the
instrument through an air inlet vent located at the top, rear of the
instrument. The vent is fitted with a dust filter, to filter out large
particulate matter from the surrounding environment.
The air supply is used to cool the internal mechanical and electronic
components of the instrument. Several of these assemblies contain
parts prone to corrosion. The introduction of cooling air
contaminated with high levels of acid vapor or other corrosive
substances may cause damage to the instrument.
For laboratories where sample preparation facilities are in the same
area or where the lab environment is contaminated with acid vapor
or other corrosive substances, an external cooling air supply to the
instrument must be provided. The cooling air should be supplied
from an environmentally controlled area that is away from the
instrument exhaust and any other area where corrosive materials are
stored or used.
The cooling air system with flue, fan and ducting must provide a
minimum positive flow of 3 m
3
/min (106 cfm). The ducting should be
corrosion resistant and fire-proof.
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Workbench
The Agilent 4100 MP-AES is a precision optical instrument. Do not
subject the instrument to impact shock. The workbench must be free
from vibration and must be stable and strong enough to support the
total weight of the equipment to be placed on top of the workbench.
The bench top should be large enough to permit free circulation of air
through the main instrument and around each of the accessories.
The information provided in the weights and dimensions table will
help make planning easier. Mobile or semi-permanent trolleys can be
used as workbenches for the instrument, but you must lock the
wheels. The PC, printer and accessories such as the Sample
Preparation System 3 (SPS 3) can be positioned on a trolley. A
specially designed SPS 3 trolley is available from Agilent (part
number 9910027800).
To avoid damage through spillage of samples being used, the
instrument bench top should be covered with a material which is
corrosion resistant and impervious to liquid spillage. For comfortable
working conditions and easy access to the instrument sample
introduction system, the height of the workbench should be
approximately 900 mm (36 in).
Workbench Location
The workbench location should permit service access from the front
and right side of the instrument. A minimum of 400 mm (16 in) free
space at the sides of the instrument and 100 mm (4 in) at the rear is
required for maintenance and service access.
Position the instrument on the bench to allow easy access to the
power switch located on the right side of the instrument.
The Agilent 4100 MP-AES instrument should not be located close to
an access door, window or any other area where drafts may cause
unstable temperature conditions.
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PC Requirements
The minimum configuration represents the absolute minimum you
can run the software on. This PC configuration may be out of
manufacture, but you may want to use a PC you already have. The
recommended configuration is that which you would buy new.
Table 2. PC requirements
Minimum Recommended
1 GHz 64-bit (x86) dual core processor or
higher
2 GHz 64-bit (x86) quad core processor or
higher
2 GB of system memory 2 GB of system memory
40 GB hard drive with at least 15 GB of
available space
200 GB hard drive
DVD-ROM Drive DVD-ROM Drive
Screen resolution of 1280x768 running in
96 dpi
19 in screen with minimum screen
resolution of 1280x768 running in 96 dpi
One USB connector One USB connector
Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Windows 7 Professional 64-bit
Higher rated PC components can be substituted for those listed
above, for example, processor type, amount of memory, screen size
and resolution, etc.
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Instrument Shipping Information
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4. Instrument Shipping Information
In-house Transit Routes 25
Insurance After Delivery 26
Weights and Dimensions 26
Transit Damage 27
Unpacking the Instrument 28
Generally, the Agilent 4100 MP-AES instruments are sold Free On
Board shipping point, with transportation from this point at the
customer’s expense. Due to the size and nature of the instrument, it
is advisable that a third party is engaged to assist with transportation
from the point of unloading to the final placement of the instrument
in the laboratory. The Agilent Field Sales and Service offices will be
able to assist in recommending a third party that specializes in the
transportation of precision scientific instrumentation.
NOTE
The Agilent field service engineer must be present during the unpacking of the
instrument.
In-house Transit Routes
In-house transit routes must be carefully considered. Vertical,
horizontal and turning clearances should be calculated from the
shipping crate dimensions of the instrument, which is the largest unit
in any system arrangement.
Particular attention should be made to the clearance of any doors in
the transit route to the laboratory. The required turning and door
clearance may need to take into consideration any lifting device used
for transporting the instrument such as a fork lift, pallet truck or
trolley.
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Insurance After Delivery
As the carrier’s liability ceases when the equipment is delivered,
Agilent recommends that the instrument owner arranges separate
insurance that will cover transportation from the delivery point to
the installation site. The delivery point will vary according to the
carrier, the shipping method, and in some cases the terms of sale.
Some carriers will only deliver to their own distribution center, while
others may deliver to the actual installation site.
Weights and Dimensions
Table 3. Weights and dimensions
System unit Width Depth Height Weight
Agilent 4100 MP-AES 960 mm (37.8 in) 660 mm (26.0 in) 660 mm (26.0 in) 73 kg (161 lb)
Shipping dimensions 1170 mm (46.0 in) 815 mm (32.0 in) 980 mm (38.6 in) 100 kg (220 lb)
SPS 3 490 mm (19.3 in) 285 mm (11.2 in) 510 mm (20.1 in) 15 kg (33.1 lb)
Shipping dimensions 760 mm (29.9 in) 500 mm (19.7 in) 840 mm (33.1 in) 31 kg (68.4 lb)
SPS trolley 580 mm (23 in) 412 mm (17 in) 400 mm (16 in)
Agilent 4107 Nitrogen
Generator
400 mm
15.7 in
480 mm
18.9 in
840 mm
33.0 in
110 kg
242.5 lb
Shipping dimensions
700 mm
27.6 in
700 mm
27.6 in
1,070 mm
42.1 in
130 kg
286.6 lb
WARNING
Heavy Weight
The Agilent 4100 MP-AES instrument weighs approximately 73 kg (161 lb). To
avoid injury to personnel or damage to equipment, always use a suitable
lifting device when moving the instrument.
Instrument Shipping Information
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WARNING
Heavy Weight
The Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator weighs approximately 110 kg (242.5 lb).
To avoid injury to personnel or damage to equipment, always use a suitable
lifting device when moving the instrument.
Transit Damage
Transit damage can be obvious or concealed, and in either case will
only be admitted by the carrier if it is reported as agreed in the terms
of their agreement. For any claims against damage in transit, the
following general rules apply.
Before accepting delivery, you should inspect the packages for
signs of obvious damage. The nature of any obvious damage must
be noted on the carrier’s waybill, and then must be countersigned
by a representative of the carrier.
Within the time limits stated in the terms of conditions of
carriage, a further inspection must be made for concealed
damage. If any damage is found at this stage, the carrier must be
notified in writing and all packaging material must be retained
for subsequent inspection by a representative of the carrier.
A copy of any damage report must be forwarded to the Agilent
Sales Office dealing with the supply of the equipment.
Agilent 4100 MP-AES instruments are inherently robust, and the
packaging is designed to prevent damage. It must be remembered
that the contents form part of a precision measuring system and all
packages should be handled accordingly. In transit, sharp jolts and
shocks must be avoided and the packages must not be inverted or
tilted unnecessarily. Markings on the shipping cartons generally
indicate the required orientation of the carton.
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Unpacking the Instrument
NOTE
The Agilent field service engineer must be present during the unpacking of the
instrument.
WARNING
Heavy Weight
The Agilent 4100 MP-AES instrument weighs approximately 73 kg (161 lb). To
avoid injury to personnel or damage to equipment, always use a suitable
lifting device when moving the instrument.
Once the instrument has been delivered to the installation site and
the site preparation checklist is complete, contact your Agilent office
to arrange installation.
For site preparation information for your Agilent 4107 Nitrogen
Generator, see Page 42.
WARNING
Shock Hazard
To prevent death or personnel injury from accidental contact with high
voltages within the instrument do not remove any of the instrument covers.
Do not connect the instrument to the mains supply.
Laboratory Facilities
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5. Laboratory Facilities
Exhaust System 29
Electrical Power Supplies 30
Electrical requirements 31
Instrument power connections 31
Other electrical connections 32
Fuses 32
Gas Supplies 32
Cylinder storage instructions 34
Cryogenic liquids 34
Waste Fluid Container 35
Guidelines for Software Installation 35
This section includes information on the laboratory facilities
required to support the operation of the instrument.
Exhaust System
The plasma operates at a temperature of approximately 6,000 °C,
(11,000 °F) with up to 1,000 Watts of power (6,480 kilojoules per
hour). The instrument exhaust fumes can be noxious or corrosive.
The Agilent 4100 MP-AES instrument chimney must be connected to
an exhaust system. The exhaust system must include an exhaust fan,
be ducted to an external vent and provide a minimum flow of
3 m
3
/min (106 cfm) at the intake point.
The exhaust system installation must comply with any rules and/or
regulations that may be imposed by the local authorities responsible
for control of facilities and fixtures in the work place.
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The exhaust fan should be located at least 2 meters (6 ft 6 in) away
from the top of the instrument chimney. The fan control switch and
running indicator lamp should be located in a position where the
instrument operator can view the indicator and access the control
switch.
Ducting must be corrosion resistant, fireproof and should be kept
clear of fire alarms, sprinkler heads and other heat sensitive devices.
The external vent must be fitted with a back draft damper and the
outlet location must be clear of doors, windows and heater or airconditioning units.
Electrical Power Supplies
The installation of electrical power supplies must comply with the
rules and/or regulations imposed by the local authorities responsible
for the use of electrical energy in the workplace.
All power supplies for the Agilent 4100 MP-AES instrument and its
accessories should be single phase, AC, 3 wire systems (active,
neutral, ground or two active and ground). Each connection should
be terminated at an appropriate receptacle within reach of each
assembly’s power cable. Use of power boards or extension cables is
not recommended.
Avoid using power supplies from a source that may be subject to
electrical interference from other services (such as large electric
motors, elevators, welders and air conditioning units).
The Agilent 4100 MP-AES instrument is supplied with a 2 meter long
(6 ft 6 in), mains supply cable. The power cable is rated to 10 A/250 V
and terminated as indicated in Table 5.
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Electrical requirements
Table 4. System electrical specifications
System unit Required supply voltage Nominal rating
4100 MP-AES 200–240 V AC ±10%
Frequency 50–60 Hz ±1 Hz
2.04 kVA
SPS 3 autosampler 96–264 V AC
50–60 ±1 Hz
~220 VA
Personal computer
(Typical)
115, 120, 220, 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz 300 VA
Printer
(Typical)
115, 120, 220, 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz 85 VA
Instrument power connections
Table 5. Instrument power connections
Power supply phase
Single
Cable rating
10 A/250 V AC
Equipment end Supply end
Australia
IEC-60320-C13 AS/NZS-3112 10 A 3 pins
USA
IEC-60320-C13 NEMA 6-15P
Europe
IEC-60320-C13 CEE 7/7
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Other electrical connections
USB
NOTE
Basic insulation is provided for single fault protection on the USB connector.
Fuses
1CB1 Circuit breaker 12 A fast trip
NOTE
For safety reasons, any other internal fuse or circuit breaker is not operator
accessible, and should only be replaced by Agilent-authorized personnel.
Gas Supplies
The installation of compressed or liquid gas supplies must comply
with the rules and/or regulations imposed by the local authorities
responsible for such use in the workplace.
Depending on the instrument configuration and accessories, up to
five different gas supplies are required such as nitrogen and argon
for plasma generation, nitrogen for purging and air for the nitrogen
generator and for some accessories.
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Table 6. Gas specifications at instrument connections
Argon Nitrogen Compressed air
Nitrogen
generator
Compressed air
POP and Accessories
(EGCM, Mono Air
Purge)
Purity
99.0 % 99.5 %
99.95% for N
2
mono purge
n/a n/a
Oxygen
<0.5 %
<0.05% for N2
mono purge
n/a n/a
Water vapor
<4 ppm n/a n/a
Quality
ISO 8573-1:2010
CLASS 8.4.3
ISO 8573-1:2010 CLASS
1.4.3
Permissible
pressure range
200–440 kPa
(29–63 psi)
450–600 kPa
(65–87 psi)
Nitrogen
Generator :
620–750 kPa
(90–109 psi)
POP Gas, EGCM/Mono
Air Purge :
450–600 kPa
(65–87 psi)
Recommended
regulated supply
pressure
210 kPa (30 psi) 500 kPa (72.5 psi) 620 kPa (90 psi) 500 kPa (72.5 psi)
Required flow
rates
1.5 SLPM Plasma Gas :
25 SLPM
N
2
Mono Purge :
10 SLPM
115 SLPM POP Gas :
25 SLPM
Organics Analysis :
1.5 SLPM,
Mono Air Purge :
10 SLPM
The Agilent 4100 MP-AES instrument gas connections are fitted with
1/4 in Swagelok hardware.
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Cylinder storage instructions
Cylinders containing gas under pressure should be firmly secured to
a rigid structure, and the storage area must be adequately ventilated.
Never locate gas cylinders in a position that is subject to direct heat.
Gas storage cylinders often incorporate a pressure release device
which will discharge the gas at a predetermined temperature, usually
around 52 °C (125 °F).
If gases are to be plumbed from a remote storage area to the
instrument site, ensure that the local outlets are fitted with stop
valves, pressure gauges and suitable regulators which are easily
accessible to the instrument operator. The gas outlets must be
provided within 1.5 meters (5 feet) of the instrument.
Cryogenic liquids
Cryogenic liquid gases are stored under pressure at very low
temperatures in Portable Liquid Cylinders (PLC).
WARNING
Extreme Cold
Contact with the super-cold liquid, gas or pipe surfaces can cause severe
skin damage. The Portable Liquid Cylinders should be located in a shielded
position, and all piping should be routed or covered to prevent skin contact.
For high gas flow rates and/or low ambient temperatures, it may be
necessary to obtain sufficient gas pressure by passing the liquid
through an external evaporator rather than use the internal pressure
building facility of the PLCs.
Liquid argon and liquid nitrogen may not be stored for extended
periods and often have special storage requirements. Contact your
local authorities and cryogenic gas supplier for more detailed
information on storage requirements and boil-off rates for local types
of PLCs.
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Waste Fluid Container
Operation of the Agilent 4100 MP-AES instrument requires the use of
a drain vessel for the disposal of excess fluids and vapors from the
spray chamber. Suitable tubing is supplied with the instrument for
use with inorganic solvents. When using organic solvents, different
drain tubing that is suitable for the solvent in use will be required.
A chemically inert container, not glass, to hold minimum of two liters
(4 pints) of waste must be provided by the instrument user. It should
be located underneath the sample area (or on the right hand side of
the instrument), where it is protected by the bench and in full view of
the operator.
Guidelines for Software Installation
Agilent recommends that you purchase a PC as part of the Agilent
4100 MP-AES instrument package. The PC included in the package
will come with the appropriate operating system as loaded by the PC
supplier.
For instructions on installing the Windows operating system, please
refer to the appropriate documentation supplied with the software. It
is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the operating
system software has been installed and is functional if the customer
is supplying the PC or the operating system.
NOTE
Agilent will not assume responsibility for loss of data.
The Agilent service engineer will connect the PC to the instrument
and any factory-approved accessories purchased at installation.
Initial instrument software installation and familiarization is also
included as part of the system installation. For information on
installing the MP Expert software, consult the Agilent 4100 MP-AES
User’s Guide provided with the instrument.
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Accessories and Options
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6. Accessories and Options
Organic Solvents or Hydrofluoric Acid 37
External Gas Control Module 38
Monochromator Optics Air Purge 39
Sample Preparation System (SPS 3) 40
Multimode Sample Introduction System (MSIS) 41
Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator 42
This section includes site preparation information on Agilent
manufactured accessories suitable for use with Agilent 4100 MP-AES.
The following information should be used to supplement the
documentation included with each accessory.
Organic Solvents or Hydrofluoric Acid
If organic solvents or hydrofluoric acid are intended to be used, then
special organic resistant pump tubing is highly recommended.
For analysis of hydrogen fluoride (HF) containing solutions, a
purpose designed Ezyfit plasma torch with ceramic injector and
specialized sample introduction system consisting of polymer
nebulizer and spray chamber are required.
Please refer to the Agilent website for details and part number
information: http://www.chem.agilent.com/
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38 Agilent 4100 Microwave Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometer Site Preparation Guide
NOTE
The special fittings supplied for use with organic solvents and hydrofluoric acid
may not be suitable for acidic or alkaline solvents. The standard (originally
supplied) components should be retained for use in these applications.
External Gas Control Module
(Part number G8000-63005)
The External Gas Control Module (EGCM) has two specific functions:
1 Supply nitrogen gas to purge the optics system for
determinations of sulfur.
2 Introduce a small amount of air into the plasma for the analysis
of volatile organics.
The air facilitates the analysis of organics by MP techniques by
reducing carbon build-up and background signal resulting in lower
detection limits when analyzing organic solutions.
The EGCM can be used in conjunction with a cooled spraychamber.
This allows you to analyze directly, without dilution, organic
solutions with a high vapor pressure at room temperature (for
example, gasoline, naphtha). Cooling the sample prevents high vapor
pressures being generated in the spray chamber which can cause
back pressure in the chamber, destabilizing the plasma and
suppressing the analytical signal.
Gas requirements
All gas supply installations must comply with rules and/or
regulations that are imposed by the local authorities responsible for
the use of compressed gas in the workplace.
Accessories and Options
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Table 7. EGCM Gas specifications
Nitrogen Air
Purity
99.95 % n/a
Oxygen
< 0.05 % n/a
Water vapor
< 4 ppm n/a
Quality
n/a ISO 8573-1:2010 CLASS
1.4.3
Permissible pressure range
450–600 kPa (65–87 psi) 450–600 kPa (65–87 psi)
Recommended pressure
500 kPa (72.5 psi) 600 kPa (87 psi)
Required flow rates
10 SLPM 1.5 SLPM
NOTE
A nitrogen generator may be used to supply nitrogen to the ECGM. However, it
must be a separate unit from that used for the instrument.
Monochromator Optics Air Purge
(Part number G8000-68001)
The monochromator is a precision mechanical device and its
continued stable and reproducible operation relies on clean
corrosion free surfaces.
The Monochromator Optics Air Purge accessory is designed to
minimize the ingress of particles and corrosive vapors, commonly
encountered in the typical laboratory, into the monochromator by
providing a continuous flow of clean, dry, oil-free and dust free air
into the monochromator assembly. The use of this accessory provides
additional protection for your instrument.
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40 Agilent 4100 Microwave Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometer Site Preparation Guide
Gas requirements
All gas supply installations must comply with rules and/or
regulations that are imposed by the local authorities responsible for
the use of compressed gas in the workplace.
Table 8 Monochromator Optics Air Purge
Air
Quality
ISO 8573-1:2010 CLASS 1.4.3
Permissible pressure range 450–600 kPa (58–87 psi)
Recommended pressure 600 kPa (87 psi)
Required flow rates 10 SLPM
NOTE
Failure to use the specified air quality will significantly may result in
malfunction or damage to the 4100 MP-AES.
Sample Preparation System (SPS 3)
The Agilent Sample Preparation System 3 (SPS 3) is compatible with
a wide range of commercially available low-cost autoclavable sample
racks.
Sample contamination from airborne particles is eliminated and
corrosive or toxic fumes are removed during sampling with the
optional environmental enclosure.
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Environmental conditions
The SPS 3 accessory is suitable only for indoor use. The site should
be selected to avoid dusty or corrosive atmospheres.
NOTE
Extra maintenance may be required on the SPS 3 if it is operated in excessively
dusty or corrosive conditions.
An Agilent supplied trolley is available for the SPS 3 for purchase
(part number 9910056300). A drain vessel must also be
accommodated.
Multimode Sample Introduction System (MSIS)
(Part number G8000-63003)
The MSIS, Multimode Sample Introduction System, provides the
ability to nebulize liquid samples and create volatile hydrides for
introduction to the plasma in one sample introduction system. It uses
the highly efficient, thin-film hydride generation technology for
creating hydrides.
The MSIS can be used in any one of three modes, sample nebulization
only, hydride generation only and simultaneous nebulization and
hydride generation.
Use of this accessory requires installation of the 5-channel peristaltic
pump, P/N G8000-63002, and use of the inert OneNeb concentric
nebulizer, P/N 2010126900, both available from Agilent.
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Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator
(Part number G8001A)
The Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator uses ‘pressure swing
adsorption’ technology to produce high quality N
2
from a feed stream
of dry, oil free and dust free compressed air. The process relies on
the differential adsorption of oxygen and nitrogen under high
pressure conditions. Contaminants such as water, oil, organic
compounds and dust irreversibly contaminate the adsorption
medium and significantly reduce the effectiveness of the separation
process. Contamination of the sorbent material with oil will
invalidate the warranty.
An Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator can be used as the nitrogen
supply for the Agilent 4100 MP-AES for plasma generation, sample
nebulization and transport. It can also be used to generate nitrogen
for the EGCM to purge the optics. Due to the different nitrogen gas
purities and flow rates required for these two functions, you will
need two nitrogen generators, one each for the MP-AES and EGCM. A
commercial air compressor of appropriate specification can be used
to supply the generator.
Environmental requirements
The instrument is only suitable for indoor use and is classified
suitable under the following categories (EN 61010-1)
Installation category II
Pollution degree 2
Equipment class I
Maximum sound power level
The maximum sound power level is 75 dBA.
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Table 9. Suitable environmental conditions for the Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Gas
Generator
Condition Altitude Temperature Humidity (%RH)
non-condensing
Non-operating (Transport) 0–4,000 m
(0–13,100 ft)
-40–70 °C
(-40–158 °F)
< 90
Operating and complying
with performance
specifications
0–3,000 m
(0–9,800 ft)
5–35 °C
(41–95 °F)
50–80
3,000–4,000 m
(9,800–13,100 ft)
5–25 °C
(41–77 °F)
50–80
Gas requirements
All gas supply installations must comply with rules and/or
regulations that are imposed by the local authorities responsible for
the use of compressed gas in the workplace.
NOTE
A separate nitrogen generator unit (to the instrument) must be used to supply
the nitrogen to the ECGM.
Table 10. Nitrogen generator gas requirements
Compressed Air Input Nitrogen Output
(Agilent 4100 MP-AES)
Nitrogen Output
(EGCM)
Pressure 620–750 kPa. (90–109 psi) 450–600 kPa (65 psi) 450–600 kPa (65 psi)
Flow rate* 115 SLPM (maximum) 25 SLPM (minimum) 10 SLPM (minimum)
Quality ISO 8573-1:2010 CLASS 8.4.3 Purity >99.5%
<0.5% Oxygen
Purity >99.95%
<0.05% Oxygen
Connection G¼ in female outlet must be
provided by customer, 2 m hose
supplied
¼ in Swagelok connector to suit MP-AES or EGCM
*The flow rate into the generator is not constant with time; it
fluctuates during the pressure swing absorption cycle.
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Electrical requirements
All power supplies should be single phase AC, three-wire system
(active, neutral, ground or two active and ground) and should be
terminated at an appropriate connection receptacle that is within
reach of the power cable.
The installation of electrical power supplies must comply with the
rules and/or regulations imposed by the local authorities responsible
for the use of electrical energy in the workplace.
The Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Gas Generator is supplied with a 2 meter
long (6 ft 6 in), mains supply cable. The cable is rated to 15 A/250 V
and is terminated as listed in Table 12.
Table 11. Nitrogen generator electrical specifications
System unit Required supply voltage Nominal rating
Nitrogen generator
24 V DC ±5% 50 W
Plug pack
100–240 V AC ±10%
Frequency 47–63 Hz
60 W
(Nominal)
Table 12. System electrical specifications
Power supply phase Single
Equipment end Supply end
Australia
IEC-60320-C13 AS/NZS-3112 10 A 3 pins
USA
IEC-60320-C13 NEMA 5-15P
Europe
IEC-60320-C13 CEE 7/7
Weights and dimensions
See Page 26 for details.
Gas Requirements and Configurations
Agilent 4100 Microwave Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometer Site Preparation Guide 45
7. Gas Requirements and
Configurations
Compressed Air Requirements 45
Agilent 4100 MP-AES Gas Configurations 48
Compressed Air Requirements
It is recommended to consult a professional compressed air supplier
to ensure that your compressed air quality meets the ISO
requirements. Most basic industrial or domestic installations will not
meet these requirements. Using compressed air that does not meet
Agilent’s specification may result in damage or malfunction of the
Agilent 4100 MP-AES or Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator.
Two different qualities of compressed air are required for the Agilent
4100 MP-AES.
The air quality for the Agilent 4107 Nitrogen Generator will typically
require an oil free compressor followed by a dryer stage to remove
water from the compressed air. The Nitrogen Generator is supplied
with a regulator/filter assembly to ensure particulate matter is
removed.
The compressed air for the pre-optics protection (POP) Gas, EGCM
and Monochromator Air Purge will require additional filtration after
the drying stage. This is the responsibility of the customer as part of
the compressed air system installation.
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Table 13. Air compressor requirements
Equipment Quality
Specification
Pressure
Nitrogen Generator ISO 8573-1:2010
CLASS 8.4.3
620–750 kPa (90–109 psi)
POP, EGCM,
Monochromator Air
Purge
ISO 8573-1:2010
CLASS 1.4.3
450–600 kPa (58–87 psi)
CAUTION
The nitrogen generator will be permanently damaged by oil vapor or aerosol from
a compressor. The damage will not be repairable and will require replacement of
the product
CAUTION
Oil-free compressors may still deliver oil (hydrocarbons) to the nitrogen generator
if the inlet air is contaminated. It is essential that clean air, free of hydrocarbons
and acid, is supplied to the inlet of the compressor. A three-stage filter is used
between the compressor and nitrogen generator to protect the nitrogen
generator from any remaining contamination.
CAUTION
Even when an oil-free compressor is used the filter unit incorporated in the
nitrogen generator must be used.
Gas Requirements and Configurations
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Multiple Agilent 4100 MP-AES and nitrogen generator installations
If an installation of several instruments is being planned it may be
worthwhile to reduce capital and maintenance costs for the
compressor(s) by using fewer compressors than instruments. This
saving must be weighed up against the redundancy achieved by
having every instrument independent so that no single failure
(except the electric power supply) disables all the instruments.
If multiple nitrogen generators and instruments are run off one
compressor the free air delivery (FAD) and receiver volume specified
should be multiplied by the number of instruments.
In very large installations larger nitrogen generator(s) may be used
so long as the nitrogen purity is as specified in this guide.
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Agilent 4100 MP-AES Gas Configurations
Your Agilent 4100 MP-AES may come with one or more Agilent
accessories. Some of the accessories also require gas supplies. This
section is designed to assist you with planning your gas requirements
according to the system and accessories ordered so that at the time
of installation you have the necessary gas supplies, and they meet the
required specifications.
Shown below is a summary table detailing the various gas
requirements for the Agilent 4100 MP-AES and accessories. Table 14
details nitrogen and argon gases, and the compressed air
requirement, for the POP gas.
Table 14. Nitrogen and argon specifications
Nitrogen Nitrogen Argon
Intended use Plasma support gases Purged mono Plasma ignition gas
Purity >99.5% >99.95% 99%
Oxygen < 0.5% < 0.05% n/a
Water < 4ppm < 4ppm n/a
Required flow
(SLPM)
25 10 1.5
Required
pressure (kPa)
450–600 450–600 200–440
Table 15 details the compressed air requirements for the Agilent
4100 MP-AES and accessories.
Gas Requirements and Configurations
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Table 15. Compressed air specification for the nitrogen generator and accessories
Intended use POP gas Nitrogen
generator
plasma gas
Monochromator
nitrogen
generator purge
Organics Monochromator
air purge
Quality ISO 8573-
1:2010 CLASS
1.4.3
ISO 85731:2010 CLASS
8.4.3
ISO 8573-1:2010
CLASS 8.4.3
ISO 85731:2010
CLASS 1.4.3
ISO 8573-1:2010
CLASS 1.4.3
Required
flow (SLPM)
25 115 115 1.5 10
Required
pressure
(kPa)
450–600 620–750 620–750 450–600 450–600
Max output
flow (SLPM)
n/a 25 10 n/a n/a
Output
pressure
(kPa)
n/a 450–600 450–600 n/a n/a
The following pages detail some the possible 4100 MP-AES and
accessory configurations along with their associated gas
requirements. Use these as an example for calculating/determining
your gas requirements.
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Figure 1. Agilent 4100 MP-AES, N
2
plasma gases supplied from nitrogen generator, argon gas
supplied from Onboard Argon Supply, POP gas supplied from the air compressor.
Total Compressed Air = 115+25 = 140 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.5%) = 0 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.95%) = 0 SLPM
Total Argon = 1.5 SLPM
Oil Free Air
Compressor
& Dryer
Agilent
Nitrogen
Generator
MP-AES Plasma
Gas Box
MP-AES
Filter/ Regulator
Gas Requirements and Configurations
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Figure 2. Agilent 4100 MP-AES, N
2
plasma gases supplied from nitrogen generator, argon gas
supplied from Onboard Argon Supply, POP gas supplied from the air compressor, EGCM configured
for organics analysis.
Total Compressed Air = 115+25+1.5 = 141.5 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.5%) = 0 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.95%) = 0 SLPM
Total Argon = 1.5 SLPM
Oil Free Air
Compressor
and Dryer
Agilent
Nitrogen
Generator
MP-AES Plasma
Gas Box
MP-AES
EGCM
Filter/ Regulator
Gas Requirements and Configurations
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Figure 3. Agilent 4100 MP-AES, N
2
plasma gases supplied from nitrogen generator, argon gas
supplied from Onboard Argon Supply, POP gas supplied from the air compressor, EGCM configured
to purge the monochromator with N
2
to allow determination of sulfur.
Total Compressed Air = 115+115+25 = 255 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.5%) = 0 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.95%) = 0 SLPM
Total Argon = 1.5 SLPM
MP-AES
MP-AES Plasma
Gas Box
Agilent
Nitrogen
Generator
#1
Oil Free Air
Compressor
and Dryer
Agilent
Nitrogen
Generator
#2
EGCM
Filter/ Regulator
Gas Requirements and Configurations
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Figure 4. Agilent 4100 MP-AES, N
2
plasma gases supplied from nitrogen generator, argon gas
supplied from Onboard Argon Supply, POP gas supplied from the air compressor, Monochromator
Air Purge supplied from air compressor to keep the monochromator at positive pressure and
exclude any dust or vapors.
Total Compressed Air = 115+10+25 = 150 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.5%) = 0 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.95%) = 0 SLPM
Total Argon = 1.5 SLPM
Oil Free Air
Compressor
and Dryer
Agilent
Nitrogen
Generator
MP-AES
MP-AES Plasma
Gas Box
Mono
Air
Purge
Filter/ Regulator
Gas Requirements and Configurations
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Figure 5. Agilent 4100 MP-AES, N
2
plasma gases supplied from nitrogen generator #1, argon gas
supplied from Onboard Argon Supply, POP gas supplied from the air compressor, EGCM configured
to purge the monochromator with N
2
from nitrogen generator #2 and to supply air from the air
compressor for analysis of organics.
Total Compressed Air = 115+115+25+1.5 = 256.5 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.5%) = 0 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.95%) = 0 SLPM
Total Argon = 1.5 SLPM
Oil Free Air
Compressor
and Dryer
Agilent
Nitrogen
Generator
#1
MP-AES
MP-AES Plasma
Gas Box
EGCM
Agilent
Nitrogen
Generator
#2
Filter/ Regulator
Gas Requirements and Configurations
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Figure 6. Agilent 4100 MP-AES, N
2
plasma gases supplied from nitrogen generator, argon gas
supplied from Onboard Argon Supply, POP gas supplied from the air compressor, EGCM configured
to purge the monochromator with air from the air compressor and to provide air for analysis of
organics.
Total Compressed Air = 115+10+25+1.5 = 151.5 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.5%) = 0 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.95%) = 0 SLPM
Total Argon = 1.5 SLPM
EGCM
Agilent
Nitrogen
Generator
Oil Free Air
Compressor
and Dryer
MP-AES Plasma
Gas Box
MP-AES
Filter/ Regulator
Gas Requirements and Configurations
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Figure 7. Agilent 4100 MP-AES, N
2
plasma gases supplied from cylinder/Dewar system, argon gas
supplied from Onboard Argon Supply, POP gas supplied from the air compressor,
Total Compressed Air = 25 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.5%) = 25 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.95%) = 0 SLPM
Total Argon = 1.5 SLPM
MP-AES
MP-AES Plasma
Gas Box
Oil Free Air
Compressor
and Dryer
Filter/ Regulator
Nitrogen
Supply
Gas Requirements and Configurations
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Figure 8. Agilent 4100 MP-AES, N
2
plasma gases supplied from cylinder/Dewar system, argon gas
supplied from Onboard Argon Supply, POP gas supplied from the air compressor, EGCM configured
to supply air from the air compressor for organics analysis.
Total Compressed Air = 25+1.5 = 26.5 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.5%) = 25 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.95%) = 0 SLPM
Total Argon = 1.5 SLPM
Oil Free Air
Compressor
and Dryer
MP-AES Plasma
Gas Box
MP-AES
EGCM
Filter/ Regulator
Nitrogen
Supply
Gas Requirements and Configurations
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Figure 9. Agilent 4100 MP-AES, N
2
plasma gases supplied from cylinder/Dewar system, argon gas
supplied from Onboard Argon Supply, POP gas supplied from the air compressor. EGCM configured
to purge the monochromator with nitrogen.
Total Compressed Air = 115+25 = 140 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.5%) = 25 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.95%) = 0 SLPM
Total Argon = 1.5 SLPM
Oil Free Air
Compressor
and Dryer
EGCM
MP-AES
MP-AES Plasma
Gas Box
Agilent
Nitrogen
Generator
Filter/ Regulator
Nitrogen
Supply
Gas Requirements and Configurations
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Figure 10. Agilent 4100 MP-AES, N
2
plasma gases supplied from cylinder/Dewar system, argon
gas supplied from Onboard Argon Supply, POP gas supplied from the air compressor. Air supplied
to the Monochromator Air Purge from the air compressor.
Total Compressed Air = 25+10 = 35 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.5%) = 25 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.95%) = 0 SLPM
Total Argon = 1.5 SLPM
MP-AES
MP-AES Plasma
Gas Box
Oil Free Air
Compressor
and Dryer
Mono
Air
Purge
Filter/ Regulator
Nitrogen
Supply
Gas Requirements and Configurations
60 Agilent 4100 Microwave Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometer Site Preparation Guide
Figure 11. 4100 MP-AES, N
2
plasma gases supplied from cylinder/Dewar system, argon gas
supplied from Onboard Argon Supply, POP gas supplied from the air compressor, EGCM configured
to purge the monochromator with nitrogen from a nitrogen generator and provide air from the air
compressor for organics analysis.
Total Compressed Air = 115+25+1.5 = 141.5 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.5%) = 25 SLPM
Total Nitrogen (99.95%) = 0 SLPM
Total Argon = 1.5 SLPM
Oil Free Air
Compressor
and Dryer
MP-AES
MP-AES Plasma
Gas Box
Agilent
Nitrogen
Generator
EGCM
Filter/ Regulator
Nitrogen
Supply
Gas Requirements and Configurations
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