Metrohm Mira P, Mira P Basic, Mira P Advanced Product Manual
Mira P
Product Manual
8.0924.8001EN / 2019-03-29
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Mira P
Product Manual
8.0924.8001EN /
2019-03-29
Technical Communication
Metrohm AG
CH-9100 Herisau
techcom@metrohm.com
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This documentation has been prepared with great care. However, errors
can never be entirely ruled out. Please send comments regarding possible
errors to the address above.
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Table of contents
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Table of contents
1 Overview 1
1.1 Instrument description ......................................................... 1
1.2 Model versions ...................................................................... 1
1.3 Mira Cal Software ................................................................. 2
1.4 About the documentation ................................................... 2
1.5 Additional information - Software tutorials ....................... 4
1.5.1 Accessories .............................................................................. 4
2 Safety 5
2.1 Product safety ....................................................................... 5
2.2 Hazard levels ......................................................................... 5
2.3 Intended use ......................................................................... 6
2.4 Residual risks ........................................................................ 7
2.4.1 General dangers at the workplace ........................................... 7
2.4.2 Danger from electrical potential ............................................... 8
2.4.3 Laser safety ............................................................................. 8
2.4.4 Warning stickers on the instrument ........................................ 10
2.5 Responsibility of the operator ........................................... 11
2.6 Personnel requirement ....................................................... 12
3 Overview of the instrument 13
4 Transport and storage 17
4.1 Checking the delivery ......................................................... 17
4.2 Storing the packaging ........................................................ 17
4.3 Storage ................................................................................ 17
5 Installation 18
5.1 Power supply with batteries .............................................. 18
5.2 USB connection ................................................................... 21
6 Initial configuration 23
7 Operation and control 24
7.1 Smart tips – Overview ........................................................ 24
7.2 Attaching smart tips ........................................................... 27
7.3 Data acquisition .................................................................. 35
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7.4 Calibrate an instrument ..................................................... 38
7.5 Configuration ...................................................................... 39
8 Maintenance 41
8.1 Maintenance agreement .................................................... 41
8.2 Checking and replacing product parts .............................. 41
8.3 Cleaning the product .......................................................... 42
9 Disposal 44
10 Technical specifications 45
10.1 Ambient conditions ............................................................ 45
10.2 Interfaces ............................................................................. 45
10.3 Power Supply ...................................................................... 45
10.4 Dimensions and materials .................................................. 46
10.5 Operating specifications .................................................... 47
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1 Overview
1.1 Instrument description
Metrohm Instant Raman Analyzers (Mira) are handheld, high-power
Raman spectrometers designed for the rapid, nondestructive identification
and verification 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.
1.2 Model versions
Mira P instruments are available in the following versions:
Table 1
Model versions
2.927.0010 Mira P Basic (1.927.0010)
￭ With Calibrate/Verify Attachment
(CVA)
￭ With Vial Holder
Laser class 1
2.927.0020 Mira P Advanced (1.927.0020)
￭ With Calibrate/Verify Attachment
(CVA)
￭ With Vial Holder
￭ Short Working Distance Attach-
ment Lens (SWD)
￭ Long Working Distance Attach-
ment Lens (LWD)
Laser class 3B
NOTICE
You can find the accessories for your product version on the Internet
at http://partslists.metrohm.com. There you can download the list of
accessories as a PDF file.
Mira Cal Software
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1.3 Mira Cal Software
In order to configure a Mira P instrument, the following software is needed:
Table 2 Model versions
606071010 Mira Cal P
1.4 About the documentation
NOTICE
Please read through this documentation carefully before putting the
product into operation.
The document contains important safety information and warnings
which you must follow in order to ensure safe operation of the instrument. Metrohm is not responsible for damages and safety hazards
that occur from using the instrument in a manner that is not specified
in the user manual.
Symbols and conventions
The following icons and formatting may appear in this documentation:
Cross-reference to figure legend
The first number refers to the figure number, the second to the product part in the figure.
Instruction step
Carry out these steps in the sequence shown.
Method Designations for names of parameters, menu items,
tabs and dialog windows in the software.
File ▶ New Menu or menu item
Work area /
Properties
Menu paths in order to arrive at a particular position
in the software.
[Next] Button or key
Proprietary information statement
This manual contains the valuable proprietary information of Metrohm
Raman, Inc. and its affiliates, including all designs and related material,
and such information is disclosed in confidence. It is intended solely for
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the information and use of the persons operating and maintaining the
equipment described herein. No part of this manual may be reproduced,
copied, translated, incorporated in any other material, disclosed or transmitted in any form or by any means, whether electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise to any other persons for any other purpose without the express written permission of Metrohm Raman, Inc. To
obtain such permission, or to obtain additional copies of this manual,
please contact Metrohm Raman, Inc.
Continuous improvements
To remain the leader of the industry, Metrohm Raman, Inc. has a policy of
continuous improvement of its products. As such, all products, product
specifications, data and operating instructions are subject to change without notice.
Liability disclaimer
Metrohm Raman, Inc. and its affiliates take steps to assure that their published specifications and manuals are correct. Nevertheless, errors do
occur. Metrohm Raman, Inc. and its affiliates reserve the right to correct
any such errors and disclaim all liability resulting therefrom. The equipment described in this manual is warranted in accordance with the terms
of Metrohm Raman, Inc.’s warranty. However, actual performance of such
equipment is dependent upon factors such as system configuration, customer data and operator control. Since implementation by customers of
the equipment may vary, the suitability of specific equipment configurations and applications must be determined by the customer and is not
warranted by Metrohm Raman, Inc. or its affiliates.
Export control statement
These items are controlled by the U.S. Government and authorized for
export only to the country of ultimate destination for use by the ultimate
consignee or end-user(s) identified on the invoice. They may not be resold,
transferred, or otherwise disposed of, to any other country or to any person other than the authorized ultimate consignee or end-user(s), either in
their original form or after being incorporated into other items, without
first obtaining approval from the U.S. Government or as otherwise authorized by U.S. law and regulations.
No liability for certain damages
Metrohm Raman, Inc., its affiliates, and anyone else involved in the
design, manufacture, or delivery of the accompanying product (including
hardware and software) shall not be liable, under any circumstances, for
any loss of profits or any special, incidental, consequential, exemplary, or
punitive damages whatsoever (including, without limitation, damages
resulting from cost of replacement, loss of use, loss of data, loss of royalties, loss of profits, loss of revenue, loss of business, loss of prospective
economic advantage, or failure or delay in performance) arising out of the
Additional information - Software tutorials
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use of or inability to use such product, even if Metrohm Raman, Inc. or its
affiliates have been notified of the possibility of such damages.
1.5 Additional information - Software tutorials
Refer to following software tutorials for more information:
￭ Mira Cal P tutorial: 8.0105.8004EN
1.5.1 Accessories
Up-to-date information on the scope of delivery and optional accessories
for your product can be found on the Internet. You can download this
information using the article number as follows:
Downloading the accessories list
1
Enter https://www.metrohm.com/ into your Internet browser.
2
Enter the article number of the product (e.g. 2.1001.0010) into the
search field.
The search result is displayed.
3
Click on the product.
Detailed information regarding the product is shown on various tabs.
4
On the Included parts tab, click Download the PDF.
The PDF file with the accessories data is created.
NOTICE
When you receive your new product, we recommend downloading
the accessories list from the Internet, printing it out and keeping it for
reference purposes.
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2 Safety
2.1 Product safety
This product exhibited no flaws in terms of technical safety at the time it
left the factory. To preserve this status and ensure non-hazardous operation of the product, the following instructions must be observed carefully.
2.2 Hazard levels
The following warning messages indicate the severity of the danger and
its possible effects.
DANGER
Immediate danger of life
Irreversible injuries that will result in death.
Warns of dangerous situations or unsafe actions that will most certainly cause severe injuries or death.
Lists measures to avoid hazard.
WARNING
Severe health hazards
Serious injuries that could result in death.
Warns of dangerous situations or unsafe actions that could result in
serious injuries or death.
Lists measures to avoid hazard.
Intended use
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CAUTION
Health hazards or severe property damage
Warns of dangerous situations or unsafe actions that could result in
moderate injuries or considerable property damage.
Lists measures to avoid hazard.
2.3 Intended use
Metrohm products are used for the analysis and handling of chemicals
and other materials.
Usage therefore requires the user to have basic knowledge and experience
in handling chemicals. Knowledge with respect to the application of the
fire prevention measures prescribed for laboratories is also mandatory. Be
sure to take proper safety precautions when working with chemicals
Adherence to this technical documentation and compliance with the
maintenance specifications make up an important part of intended use.
Any utilization in excess of or deviating from the intended use is regarded
as misuse.
Specifications regarding the operating values and limit values of individual
products are contained in the "Technical specifications" section, if relevant.
Exceeding and/or not observing the mentioned limit values puts people
and components at risk. The manufacturer assumes no liability for damage
due to non-observance of these limit values.
The EU declaration of conformity loses its validity if modifications are carried out on the instruments and/or the components.
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2.4 Residual risks
2.4.1 General dangers at the workplace
Generally, the regulations and provisions of the regulatory institutions and
authorities in the field of work apply.
The instructions regarding the following areas have to be followed when
using the products:
￭ Work safety
￭ Handling mechanical installations
￭ Handling electricity
￭ Handling hazardous and environmentally damaging substances
￭ Handling hazardous and environmentally damaging liquids
￭ Disposing hazardous and environmentally damaging substances
If they are not followed, this may result in:
￭ Disturbing, injuring and/or killing of people
￭ Malfunction and/or damage to instruments and infrastructure
￭ Damage and/or contamination of the environment
WARNING
General dangers at workplace
If the safety measures are not followed, working in a laboratory bears
a high risk of injury, which can endanger your life and health.
￭ Only professionally trained and qualified specialist personnel may
operate the products.
￭ Follow the applicable provisions concerning work safety and all
regulations on wearing protective clothing.
￭ Use suitable tools to perform your work.
￭ Check the fill level of waste bottles or waste canisters and analysis
vessels, and make sure they do not overflow.
￭ Use protective grounding when working with highly flammable
substances and gases.
Residual risks
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2.4.2 Danger from electrical potential
WARNING
Electric shock from electrical potential
Risk of injury by touching live components or through moisture on
live parts.
￭ Never open the housing of the instrument.
￭ Protect live parts (e.g. power supply unit, power cord, connection
sockets) against moisture.
￭ If you suspect that moisture has gotten into the instrument, dis-
connect the instrument from the energy supply. Then notify Metrohm Service.
￭ Only personnel who have been issued Metrohm qualification may
perform service and repair work on electrical and electronic components.
2.4.3 Laser safety
NOTICE
NOHD
The following information refers to NOHD for Mira P instruments in
accordance with the international standard IEC 60825-1, "Safety of
laser products".
The nominal ocular hazard distance (NOHD) is listed in technical specifications page 47.
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WARNING
Risk of injury by laser radiation
Serious eye injuries by laser radiation.
￭ Follow the safety measures and instructions.
￭ Instruments must be used by trained personnel only.
￭ Instruments of the laser class 3B must be used in protected and
labeled rooms only.
￭ The protective glasses provided must be used when working with
open laser beams (e.g. attachment lens).
￭ Observe the nominal ocular hazard distance (NOHD).
￭ 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.
Laser classification depending on smart tips
Attached smart tip
Laser Class 1 Laser Class 3B
Right Angle Attachment X
Contact Ball-Probe X
Calibrate/Verify Attachment (CVA) X
Vial Holder X
Short Working Distance Attachment Lens
(SWD)
X
Long Working Distance Attachment Lens
(LWD)
X
Extra Long Working Distance Attachment Lens
(XLWD)
X
Tablet Holder X
Vial Holder, Tablet Holder and CVA have an interlock mechanism for measurement. This mechanism prevents laser radiation from emerging.
Laser stops immediately if:
￭ The lid of the smart tip is opened.
￭ Attached smart tip is disconnected from the instrument.
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2.4.4 Warning stickers on the instrument
The instrument is equipped with stickers that warn of potential hazards.
These warning stickers are listed and explained below.
1
Laser aperture
2
Laser aperture sticker
3
Laser specification / serial number (bottom of instrument)
4
Laser class
5
Type plate
6
Bluetooth label
Laser aperture
Figure 1
Sticker - Emergence of laser
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