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IBM Visible Range Spectrophotometer 6300 manual

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  • Page 1

    MODEL 6300 VISIBLE RANGE SPECTROPHOTOMETER OPERATING MANUAL 630 026[...]

  • Page 2

    6300/REV B/12-96 SAFETY Please read this information carefully prior to installing or using this equipment. 1. The unit described in this manual is designed to be operated only by trained personnel. Any adjustments, maintenance and repair must be carried out as defined in this manual, by a person qualified to be aware of the hazards involved. 2. It[...]

  • Page 3

    6300/REV B/12-96 6300 SPECTROPHOTOMETER OPERATING MANUAL CONTENTS SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION Instrument Description 1.1 Instrument Specification 1.2 SECTION 2 INSTALLATION Unpacking 2.1 Installation 2.2 Displays 2.3 Controls 2.4 Outputs 2.5 SECTION 3 OPERATION Initial Set-Up 3.1 Sample Measurement 3.2 Good Practice Guidelines 3.3 SECTION 4 MAINTENANCE [...]

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    SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 INSTRUMENT DESCRIPTION The Model 6300 is a microprocessor controlled Visible Range Spectrophotometer covering the wave- length range of 320 to 950nm with a 10nm bandwidth. The monochromator is of a modified Czerny Turner design, incorporating a stepper motor driven 1200 lines/mm holographic diffraction grating and featuri[...]

  • Page 5

    SECTION 2 INSTALLATION 2.1 UNPACKING Remove the Model 6300 from the packaging and ensure the following items are present: 1. Model 6300 Spectrophotometer 2. Mains Cable 3. Pack 100 disposable Cuvettes (060 084) 4. Optional Accessories (as ordered) Any shortages or damage should be reported immediately to the Manufacturer or your local Distributor. [...]

  • Page 6

    2.3 DISPLAYS 1. Primary display area - Transmission, Absorbance, Concentration 2. Primary display adjust annunciator 3. Secondary display area - Wavelength, Factor 4. Primary display units 5. Secondary display adjust annunciator 6. Operation with PC 7. Menu options - %T ABS CONC FACTOR UNITS 8. Menu pointers (for 7) 3 6300/REV B/12-96[...]

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    2.4 CONTROLS 1. used to adjust values on the selected display 2. used to move horizontally between menu options 3. used to select the displayed menu option 4. initiates a calibration routine 5. Print key. Provides a printout of the current reading with an incremental sample number. When pressed for the first time after a calibration the print out w[...]

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    2.5 INPUTS/OUTPUTS Fig. 2.5.1 Rear Panel Layout 1. LAMP ACCESS PANEL This panel allows the user to gain access to the tungsten halogen lamp when replacement is necessary. NOTE: The Lamp Access Panel and all ventilation slots must not be covered or obstructed at any time. 2. ROCKER SWITCH On/Off switch for the unit. 3. POWER IN SOCKET IEC type conne[...]

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    SECTION 3 OPERATION 3.1 INITIAL SET-UP NOTE: If the unit is in continuous use it is recommended that it should be left switched on to obtain maximum lamp life. Do not open the sample chamber door during initialisation. Connect the unit to the correct mains supply and switch on. After switch on, the Model 6300 automatically re-aligns the monochromat[...]

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    7 The complimentary colour method of selecting wavelength may not be applicable in all situations, perhaps because the solution has no distinct colour, or the solution is of a complex nature and the absorbing species of interest is not the predominant colour. In these circumstances it will be necessary to scan across the spectrum to determine point[...]

  • Page 11

    8 Concentration Mode This mode is selected by moving the cursor to the CONC menu option using the LEFT or RIGHT arrow keys. The primary display will show the concentration, with ppm, mgl -1 , gl -1 , M, % or blank units. The wavelength can be adjusted using the UP and DOWN arrow keys. Pressing the CAL key places the 6300 in a concentration cal mode[...]

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    3.3 GOOD PRACTICE GUIDELINES 1. For optimum performance a calibration routine should be carried out at the beginning and end of every sample batch. 2. To ensure accurate results are obtained the sample area lid should be kept in the closed position during measurement. 3. The styrene cuvettes supplied with the unit are disposable (i.e; ideally they [...]

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    SECTION 4 MAINTENANCE 4.1 GENERAL The 6300 has been designed to give optimum performance with minimum maintenance. It is only necessary to keep the external surfaces clean and free from dust. The sample area should always be kept clean and any accidental spillage should be wiped away immediately. To give added protection when not in use, the unit s[...]

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    Fig. 4.2.1 Lamp Fitting 6. Close the lamp access panel and re-tighten the thumbscrew. NOTE: It is essential that only the specified replacement lamp should be used. Accuracy of optical alignment and performance cannot be guaranteed using alternative manufactured lamps. SECTION 5 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 5.1 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES The following list of it[...]

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    SECTION 6 INTERFACING Serial Interface The Model 6300 has a bi-directional RS232 interface set to: 1200 baud 7 data bits odd parity 1 stop bit The 25 way D connector allows a standard one-to-one interconnection lead to be used, as supplied with the 40 column printer. A printout is initiated by pressing the PRINT key. If the sample munber is unity, [...]

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    ASCII Fxxxx.x<CR> Sets the concentration factor to xxxx.x. For example: F1000<CR> will set the factor to 1000. Note <CR> is an ASCII carriage return character. The last three commands provide an output which can readily be incorporated into most spreadsheet software packages. 6.2 RS232 Output The bi-directional RS232 interface is [...]

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    EC Declaration of Conformity Jenway Model 6300 Spectrophotometer complies with the following European Standards: EN 50081-1:1992 Electromagnetic compatibility - Generic emission standard EN 50082-1:1992 Electromagnetic compatibility - Generic immunity standard (Performance criterion B) EN 61010-1:1993 Safety requirements for electrical equipment fo[...]