Safe Servicing

 

Do not service or modify this instrument without the authorization of Micromeritics Service Personnel.

To ensure safe servicing and continued safety of the instrument after servicing, service personnel should be aware of the following risks:

Product specific risks that may affect service personnel:

  • Electrical. Servicing or repair could require opening the outer panels and exposing energized electrical components.
  • Liquid nitrogen. See Dewar Precautions.

Protective measures for these risks:

  • Electrical. The electrical components operate at low voltage (24V or less) and pose low risk when energized. However, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs should be performed with the instrument de-energized whenever possible, in accordance with standard electrical safety guidelines.

Verification of the safe state of the instrument after repair:

  • Disable the TCD and insert a blank tube into the port.
  • Set all heat zones back to the default temperature.
  • Set the vapor generator temperature to ambient temperature.