Metrohm Mira M-1 User Manual
Mira M-1
Manual
8.923.8001EN / 2015-11-17
Metrohm AG
CH-9100 Herisau
Switzerland
Phone +41 71 353 85 85
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Mira M-1
Manual
8.923.8001EN / 2015-11-17
ahag
Technische Dokumentation
Metrohm AG
CH-9100 Herisau
techdoc@metrohm.com
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Table of contents
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Table of contents
1 Introduction 1
1.1 Instrument description ......................................................... 1
1.1.1 Model versions ........................................................................ 1
1.1.2 Power supply ........................................................................... 2
1.1.3 Interfaces ................................................................................ 2
1.2 Intended use ......................................................................... 2
1.3 About the documentation ................................................... 2
1.3.1 Symbols and conventions ........................................................ 2
1.4 Safety instructions ................................................................ 3
1.4.1 General notes on safety ........................................................... 3
1.4.2 Laser safety ............................................................................. 4
1.4.3 Warning stickers on the instrument ......................................... 4
1.4.4 Electrical safety ........................................................................ 6
1.4.5 Flammable solvents and chemicals ........................................... 7
1.4.6 Recycling and disposal ............................................................. 7
2 Overview of the instrument 8
2.1 Front ...................................................................................... 8
2.2 Rear ........................................................................................ 9
3 Installation 10
3.1 Unpacking and inspecting the instrument ....................... 10
3.1.1 Packaging .............................................................................. 10
3.1.2 Checks .................................................................................. 10
3.2 Power supply ...................................................................... 10
3.2.1 Operation with exchangeable or rechargeable battery ........... 10
3.2.2 Operation via power supply unit or USB connection socket .... 11
3.3 Initial configuration ............................................................ 11
3.4 Inserting vial holder or attachment lenses ....................... 12
3.4.1 Mira M-1 with vial holder (laser class 1) ................................. 12
3.4.2 Mira M-1 with SWD attachment lens (class 3B) ...................... 13
3.4.3 Mira M-1 with LWD attachment lens (class 3B) ...................... 15
3.5 Installing firmware update ................................................ 17
4 Operation 18
4.1 Autonomous operation ...................................................... 18
4.2 Configuration ...................................................................... 21
4.3 Operation with Mira Cal .................................................... 29
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5 Operation and maintenance 30
5.1 General notes ...................................................................... 30
5.1.1 Care ...................................................................................... 30
5.1.2 Maintenance by Metrohm Service .......................................... 30
5.2 Quality management and qualification with Metrohm .. 30
6 Troubleshooting 32
6.1 Basic function ..................................................................... 32
6.2 Measuring result ................................................................. 32
7 Appendix 33
7.1 Spectral libraries ................................................................. 33
8 Technical specifications 35
8.1 Operating specifications .................................................... 35
8.2 Measured value memory ................................................... 35
8.3 Screen .................................................................................. 36
8.4 Interfaces ............................................................................. 36
8.5 Power supply ...................................................................... 36
8.6 Runtime ............................................................................... 36
8.7 Housing specification ......................................................... 37
8.8 Safety specifications ........................................................... 37
8.9 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) ................................ 37
8.10 Ambient temperature ......................................................... 38
8.11 Reference conditions .......................................................... 38
8.12 Dimensions and materials .................................................. 38
9 Accessories 39
Index 40
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Figure 1 Instrument with warning sticker ........................................................ 5
Figure 2 Sticker - laser emergence ................................................................... 5
Figure 3 Sticker - laser data / serial number / standards ................................... 5
Figure 4 Sticker - Basic model version with vial holder ..................................... 6
Figure 5 Sticker - Advanced model version with attachment lenses .................. 6
Figure 6 Mira M-1 - front ................................................................................ 8
Figure 7 Mira M-1 - rear ................................................................................. 9
Figure 8 Inserting the batteries ...................................................................... 11
Figure 9 Vial holder ....................................................................................... 12
Figure 10 Vial holder with calibration standard ............................................... 13
Figure 11 Vial holder with vial ......................................................................... 13
Figure 12 SWD attachment lens ...................................................................... 14
Figure 13 Example with direct measurement ................................................... 15
Figure 14 LWD attachment lens ...................................................................... 16
Figure 15 Example with measurement through a bottle .................................. 16
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1 Introduction
This manual gives you a comprehensive overview of the installation, functioning and operation of the Mira M-1 instrument.
NOTE
You can request application descriptions in the form of
Application Notes and Application Bulletins from your
Metrohm representative or download them from
http://www.metrohm.com.
1.1 Instrument description
The Metrohm Instant Raman Analyzers (Mira) are handheld, high-power
Raman spectrometers designed for the rapid, nondestructive identification
of chemical and pharmaceutical samples, both liquid and solid. Barely
larger than a smartphone, the Mira spectrometers are the only handheld
Raman spectrometers currently on the market with Orbital Raster Scan
(ORS) technology.
1.1.1 Model versions
Mira M-1 instruments are available in the following versions:
Table 1
Model versions
2.923.0010 Mira M-1 Basic
With vial holder
Laser class 1
2.923.0020 Mira M-1 Advanced
With SWD and LWD attachment lenses
Laser class 3B
NOTE
The accessories for a given model version can be created as a PDF list
on the Internet at http://partslists.metrohm.com.
1.2 Intended use
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1.1.2 Power supply
The instrument is powered by exchangeable or rechargeable batteries of
the AA / LR6 type or via the USB socket with a power supply unit or a connector to a PC.
1.1.3 Interfaces
A data connection to a PC can be established via the USB interface.
1.2 Intended use
This instrument is suitable for measuring in chemicals and flammable samples. Usage of the Mira M-1 therefore requires the user to have basic
knowledge and experience in handling toxic and caustic substances.
Knowledge with respect to the application of the fire prevention measures
prescribed for laboratories or production plants is also mandatory.
The Mira M-1 Advanced model version with attachment lenses is specified with the laser class 3B, which requires appropriate protective measures to ensure personnel safety.
1.3 About the documentation
NOTE
Please read through this documentation carefully before putting the
instrument into operation.
The documentation contains information and warnings which the user
must follow in order to ensure safe operation of the instrument.
1.3.1 Symbols and conventions
The following symbols and formatting may appear in this documentation:
Cross-reference to figure legend
The first number refers to the figure number, the second to the instrument part in the figure.
Instruction step
Carry out these steps in the sequence shown.
Method Dialog text, parameter in the software
File ▶ New Menu or menu item
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[Next] Button or key
WARNING
This symbol draws attention to a possible life-threatening hazard or risk of injury.
WARNING
This symbol draws attention to a possible hazard due
to laser radiation.
WARNING
This symbol draws attention to a possible hazard due
to electrical current.
WARNING
This symbol draws attention to a possible hazard due
to heat or hot instrument parts.
WARNING
This symbol draws attention to a possible biological
hazard.
CAUTION
This symbol draws attention to possible damage to
instruments or instrument parts.
NOTE
This symbol highlights additional information and
tips.
1.4 Safety instructions
1.4.1 General notes on safety
WARNING
This instrument may only be operated in accordance with the specifications in this documentation.
This instrument has left the factory in a flawless state in terms of technical
safety. To maintain this state and ensure non-hazardous operation of the
instrument, the following instructions must be observed carefully.
1.4 Safety instructions
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1.4.2 Laser safety
NOTE
NOHD
The information below contain details of the NOHD calculation for the
Mira M-1 instrument in accordance with the international standard IEC
60825-1, "Safety of laser products".
WARNING
Laser radiation
The Mira M-1 Advanced instrument is a class 3B laser instrument
which emits laser light with a power of up to 100 mW and a wavelength of 785 nm (NIR) during data acquisition.
The laser radiation can cause serious eye injuries if the safety measures
are not followed.
Uses, settings or procedures that are not described in this manual can
lead to hazardous laser radiation exposure.
￭ This instrument is intended for use by trained personnel only.
￭ The provided protective glasses must be worn when using an attach-
ment lens.
The provided protective glasses is designed specific for laser wavelength and laser power of Mira M-1. The provided protective glasses
may possibly not protect you from other laser sources.
￭ The nominal ocular hazard distance (NOHD) is 66 cm ± 5 cm.
￭ Instruments of the laser class 3B may only be used in protected and
labeled rooms.
￭ Follow the provisions of the IEC 60825-1 standard "Safety of laser
products" and the regulations for the use of laser systems in your
country.
1.4.3 Warning stickers on the instrument
The instrument is equipped with stickers that warn of potential hazards.
These warning stickers are listed and explained below.
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Figure 1 Instrument with warning sticker
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Laser aperture
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Type plate
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Laser specification / serial number
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Laser class
Laser aperture
The sticker marks the direction and position of the emerging laser beam
when using attachment lenses.
Figure 2
Sticker - laser emergence
Laser specification / serial number
The sticker contains the laser data, the serial number and the applicable
standards.
Figure 3
Sticker - laser data / serial number / standards
Laser class
The two stickers specify the laser class for the respective model version.
1.4 Safety instructions
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Figure 4 Sticker - Basic model version with vial holder
Figure 5 Sticker - Advanced model version with attachment lenses
1.4.4 Electrical safety
The electrical safety when working with the instrument is ensured as part
of the international standard IEC 61010.
WARNING
Only personnel qualified by Metrohm are authorized to carry out service
work on electronic components.
WARNING
Never open the housing of the instrument. The instrument could be
damaged by this. There is also a risk of serious injury if live components
are touched.
There are no parts inside the housing which can be serviced or replaced
by the user.
Supply voltage
WARNING
An incorrect supply voltage can damage the instrument.
Only operate this instrument with a supply voltage specified for it (see
rear panel of the instrument).
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Power supply unit
WARNING
Use the power supply unit only for its intended purpose. Inappropriate
use or use of non-approved or incompatible power supply units may
cause fires or explosions and result in the revocation of the license or
warranty.
If you think that the power supply unit has been damaged, have it
checked by a service center. Do not use damaged power supply units.
Do not charge your instrument during thunderstorms.
Do not use the power supply unit outdoors.
1.4.5 Flammable solvents and chemicals
WARNING
All relevant safety measures are to be observed when working with
flammable solvents and chemicals.
￭ Set up the instrument in a well-ventilated location (e.g. fume cup-
board).
￭ Keep all sources of flame far from the workplace.
￭ Clean up spilled liquids and solids immediately.
￭ Follow the safety instructions of the chemical manufacturer.
1.4.6 Recycling and disposal
This product is covered by European Directive 2002/96/EC, WEEE – Waste
from Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
The correct disposal of your old equipment will help to prevent negative
effects on the environment and public health.
More details about the disposal of your old equipment can be obtained
from your local authorities, from waste disposal companies or from your
local dealer.
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