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1. Operating System Microsoft Windows 7 32 and 64 bit and Windows 8 1 64 bit only Random Access Memory RAM 2 GB Minimum Video Processing 1024 x 768 with 24 bit color Processor Pentium Dual Core 2 3 GHz Networking Communication Two free USB communication ports either serial and or USB Ports Additional Hardware CD ROM drive Printer with Windows compatible print driver PS 2 or Bus Mouse Internet Browser Microsoft Internet Explorer 4 or higher must be installed for the online Help to function Also refer to the Teledyne Leeman Labs Supplied Computer Specifications document for PC specifications best suited to the M 8000 mercury analyzer Pre Installation Requirements QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installation a TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS Everywhereyoulook 1 5 Choosing a Location aw NOTE Always position the equipment so that it is easy to disconnect the power cord 1 5 1 Spacial Requirements According to Configuration The QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer System includes the analyzer PC standard desk top mini tower with monitor reagent and rinse bottles 10 L waste bottle supplied and an optional autosampler and autosampler enclosure a NOTE 30 cm x 30 cm 1 ft of floor space is required for the liquid waste receptacle The waste receptacle can be located directly below the analyzer or directly in front of the lab bench in line with the2. a TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS Everywhereyoulook The QuickTrace M 8000 mercury analyzer and autosampler use an auto switching power supply that accepts AC input from 100 240 VAC 10 50 60Hz The specifications are shown in Table 1 4 Voltage and Power Requirements Table 1 4 Voltage and Power Requirements p a M 8000 Mercury Analyzer ASX 520 Rugged Autosampler 8A 120 VAC 10 100 240 10 VAC 9 9A 120 VAC 10 4A 240 VAC 10 1 9A 5 9A 240VAC 10 50 60 Hz 50 60 Hz 50 60 Hz This equipment is designed for connection to a grounded earthed outlet The grounding type plug is an important safety feature For continued protection against electrical shock or damage to the instrument do not disable this feature The power requirements for the computer can be found on the label affixed to the bottom of the computer or in the computer user s manual 1 8 Gas Supply Requirements A source of Ultra High Purity 99 999 Argon is required The gas regulator must be an inert 2 stage design and provide 69 689 kPa 10 100 psi with a coupling for either a cylinder or Dewar capable of delivering 241 kPa 35 psi The M 8000 is supplied with 1 82 meters 6 feet of 1 8 inch 3 175 mm OD gas supply tubing If the regulator is located more than 1 82 meters 6 feet from the analyzer additional tubing will be required Gas Supply Requirements QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installat
3. 500 enclosure includes a HEPA filter The HEPA filter stops particulates from entering the enclosure as it draws room air to remove acid gas during the analysis of digested samples Particulates can result in sample contamination and the biasing of results during ultra trace analysis 1 10 Environmental Conditions The ambient temperature should be kept as stable as possible Locating the QuickTrace M 8000 directly in the path of an air conditioner or heater vent may cause baseline drift and is not recommended Ventilation Requirements QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installation 1 11 Necessary Supplies m TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS Everywhereyoulook UHP Argon Cylinder or Dewar 99 999 purity Argon Inert Gas Regulator Inert 2 stage 69 689 kPa 10 100 psi secondary pressure gauge with a coupling for either a cylinder or Dewar capable of delivering 241 kPa 35 psi The M 8000 is supplied with 1 82 meters 6 feet of 1 8 inch 3 175 mm OD gas supply tubing If the regulator is located more than 1 82 meters 6 feet from the analyzer additional tubing will be required AC Power Strip surge protected with six outlets if sufficient wall outlets are not available Certified Mercury Standard Solution 100 or 1000 ppm Hydrochloric acid Minimum grade Trace Metal specification 37 Recommended Mallinckrodt Macron 6 each 2 5 L AR Select Item 5587 46 Nitric acid trace
4. analyzer s peristaltic pump Approximate spacial requirements are shown in Table 1 3 M 8000 Spacial Requirements Vf NOTE Allow an additional 5 cm 2 in behind the system for cable egress ventilation and access to power switches If installing the optional ENC 500 enclosure allow 21 cm 8 in behind the enclosure for ventilation total minimum bench depth 32 If the bench does not provide enough depth for this additional clearance a chase behind the bench can be used e The ASX 520 autosampler is made to be placed on top of the M 8000 analyzer and the width and depth required is the same N Choosing a Location QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installation m TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS Everywhereyoulook e Ifthe M 8000 is being used with an ENC 500 enclosure with elevating legs the autosampler sits inside the enclosure instead of on top of the M 8000 analyzer and the enclosure sits over the M 8000 analyzer In this configuration enclosure height width and depth requirements include the M 8000 analyzer and ASX 520 autosampler Table 1 3 M 8000 Spacial Requirements Configuration M 8000 w ENC 500 with elevating legs and ASX 520 Rugged Autosampler Width 56 cm 22 in 92 cm 36 in P Depth 60 cm 24 in 44 cm 17 in Height Unobstructed Space Above 86 cm 33 75 in 41 cm 16 in a 30cm x 30 cm 1 ft of floor space is required for the liquid waste receptacle The waste
5. receptacle can be located directly below the analyzer or directly in front of the lab bench in line with the analyz er s peristaltic pump b PC width requirement can be reduced to 51 cm 20 in by placing the mini tower of the pc behind the monitor c The optional ENC 500 enclosure will require 81 cm 32 in in base depth to allow for the exhaust chim ney Ideally an unobstructed open island type of bench either 24 or 36 inches deep will suffice Teledyne Leeman Labs highly recommends the ENC 500 for protection against sample contamination and removal of acid gases from the laboratory environment during analysis of sample batches We also recommend the ENC 500 for EPA 1631 and EPA 245 7 analysis in conjunction with a clean room or at a minimum a clean area dedicated for the preparation and analysis procedures Choosing a Location QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installation m TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS Everywhereyoulook Figure 1 1 Example Footprint of QuickTrace M 8000 with ENC 500 enclosure with elevating legs With Enclosure FRONT SIDE Allow 5 cm for cords _ 56 cm 22 in 81 cm 32 in Computer not shown Figure 1 2 Example Footprint of QuickTrace M 8000 without enclosure No Enclosure FRONT SIDE 48 cm 19 in 60 cm 24 in Computer not shown Choosing a Location QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Serv
6. 39 0 mL 25 0 ng L 5 0 mL 35 0 mL 50 0 ng L 10 0 mL 30 0 mL 100 0 ng L 20 0 mL 20 0 mL EPA Method 245 7 Standard Concentration 200 ng L Blank 3 HCI 5 0 ng L 7 0 mL 39 0 mL 10 0 ng L 2 0 mL 38 0 mL 25 0 ng L 5 0 mL 35 0 mL 50 0 ng L 10 0 mL 30 0 mL 100 0 ng L 20 0 mL 20 0 mL 1 14 Preparedness Statement Failure to meet one or more of the pre installation requirements may prevent your instrument from operating properly During installation if an installation engineer determines that one or more of the pre installation requirements have not be met the company reserves the right to delay installation until all requirements are satisfactorily met Any time lost during installation caused by failure to meet the pre installation requirements will be billed to your account If you have any questions regarding these requirements please contact Teledyne Leeman Labs using Section 1 15 Contact Information Installation Solution Preparations QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installation 44 TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS a Everywhereyoulook 1 15 Contact Information Teledyne Leeman Labs encourages you to contact us for any questions or concerns regarding your installation or to order accessories and consumables Please use the appropriate means of contact listed below for the most efficient service 1 15 1 Teledyne Leeman Labs 110 Lowell Road Hudson NH 03051 U S A Main 603 886 8400 Fax 603 8
7. 86 4322 www teledyneleemanlabs com 1 15 2 Sales US and International 1 800 634 9942 or 1 603 886 8400 US and International Fax 1 603 886 4322 E mail salesinfo teledyne com Visit our website at www teledyneleemanlabs com for a complete list of US and International Sales Representatives 1 15 3 Technical Support US 1 800 533 6267 1 800 Leemans International 1 603 886 8400 E mail service teledyne com 1 15 4 Replacement Parts and Consumables US and International 1 800 533 6267 E mail service teledyne com Contact Information 12 QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installation m TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS Everywhereyoulook 1 16 Your Installation is Our Highest Priority Streamlining the installation of your new QuickTrace M 8000 CVAF mercury analyzer system is our highest priority Teledyne Leeman Labs would like to thank you in advance for the preparation of your laboratory Your attention to detail will assist in the installation of your instrument Ifyou have any questions or concerns we encourage you to contact us directly Ye He BI MC Jeff Forsberg Bob McCarthy Teledyne Leeman Labs Teledyne Leeman Labs Mercury Product Manager Director Customer Support jeff forsberg teledyne com bob mccarthy teledyne com 402 733 2829 603 521 3267 Your Installation is Our Highest Priority QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installation J
8. N LABS KAN QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installation Part Number 15 2353 074 Rev 1 May 2015 Copyright 2015 Teledyne Technologies Incorporated All rights reserved Reproduction adaptation or translation without permission is prohibited except as allowed under copy right laws Printed in the U S A Updated Information The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice Trademarks The companies indicated own the following trademarks QuickTratenesarrsnossones Teledyne Leeman Labs All other brands or product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners Teledyne Leeman Labs 110 Lowell Road Hudson NH 03051 U S A www teledyneleemanlabs com Sales Support 800 634 9942 Technical Support 800 533 6267 Main 603 886 8400 Fax 603 886 4322 a TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS Everywhereyoulook QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installation 1 1 Introduction Thank you for purchasing a Teledyne Leeman Lab s QuickTrace M 8000 CVAF mercury analyzer The purpose of this guide is to assist new users in the preparation of their laboratory prior to the installation of the Teledyne Leeman Lab s QuickTrace M 8000 CVAF mercury analyzer by the Teledyne Leeman Lab s Service Engineer In preparation for the installation of your analyzer please review this pre installation guide to e
9. i MXN TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS a Everywhereyoulook Your Installation is Our Highest Priority QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installation
10. ice Installation MXN TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS a Everywhereyoulook 1 5 2 Work Surface Requirements The analyzer must be placed on a sturdy countertop or table NOTE x Do not place the analyzer on a wheeled cart or folding table The work surface should be at least 61 cm 24 in deep 1 6 General Requirements e Aclean and dedicated hood for standard and sample preparations NOTE x Due to the likelihood of accelerated damage from corrosion and dust locating the analyzer or autosampler in a fume hood with stagnant air will automatically void the warranty 1 7 Electrical Requirements NOTE x Do not apply power to the power supply until ready to operate the analyzer Place the QuickTrace M 8000 within 1 2 meters 4 feet of a standard power outlet The standard configuration requires four power outlets one each for the QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer autosampler computer and monitor NOTE x An AC surge protected power strip with six outlets is strongly recommended The power cord set supplied with the QuickTrace M 8000 and autosampler meets the requirements of the country where the instrument was purchased NOTE x If the instrument is to be used in a country other than the one specified at the time of ordering obtain a new power cord set that meets the requirements of that country 6 General Requirements QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installation
11. ion MXN TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS 9 Everywhereyoulook 1 9 Ventilation Requirements 1 9 1 Without ENC 500 Enclosure During operation the QuickTrace M 8000 internally contains trace amounts of mercury vapor To prevent inhalation of the vapor the QuickTrace M 8000 uses a solid KMnO absorbent trap located on the back of the instrument This trap absorbs the mercury vapor prior to final exhaust therefore no extra ventilation is required beyond that of a standard laboratory environment Gases exhausting from the QuickTrace M 8000 cabinet prior to the external Hg vapor trap affixed to the rear cabinet panel contain traces of mercury vapor and must be treated as such Do not run the QuickTrace M 8000 unless exhausted gas is properly scrubbed or removed Fill maintain and use the provided KMnO absorbent trap or run a transfer line to a fume hood It is the responsibility of the laboratory to supply the fill chemical and maintain the integrity of the mercury vapor trap 1 9 2 With ENC 500 Enclosure NOTE x The ENC 500 enclosure is optional but is highly recommended for use with the M 8000 If an optional ENC 500 enclosure is being used the lab must be equipped with the following e Aventilation trunk 11 cm 4 in in diameter for connecting to the enclosure exhaust chimney e The ENC 500 is rated for an exhaust flow with a maximum draw of 453 LPM 16 CFM recommended draw 283 LPM 10 CFM NOTE x The ENC
12. metal grade 68 70 Recommended Mallinckrodt Macron 2 5 L AR ACS Item 2704 46 Stannous chloride crystals Di hydrate Recommended Mallinckrodt Macron ACS 500 g Item 8176 04 Potassium permanganate solid crystalline for the hg exhaust vapor trap or suitable for mercury analysis i e EPA 245 1 Recommended j t baker 500 g bottle item number 3227 1 Precision adjustable air displacement pipettes 10 to 100 ul TD 200 to 1000 ul TD 400 to 2000 pl TD 1000 to 5000 pl TD 2000 to 10000 pl TD Replacement tips for pipettes Disposable plastic pipette droppers Polypropylene Graduated Cylinders 10 25 50 and 100 mL Polypropylene or polyethylene small mouth bottle with cap three each 500 mL Additional Chemical Compounds mw NOTE The sample preparation procedures of the intended analytical method may require additional chemical compounds Refer to published method specifications 1 11 1 Sources for Premixed 1631 and 245 7 Chemicals Table 1 5 Premixed 1631 and 245 7 Chemical Sources Environmental Express http www envexp com o2si Smart Solutions https www o2si com Necessary Supplies QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installation MXN TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS a Everywhereyoulook 1 11 2 USEPA Method 1631 Users Teledyne Leeman Labs recommends the following when using the QuickTrace M 8000 mercury analyzer to perform USEPA Method 1631 A purged water so
13. n MXN TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS 9 Everywhereyoulook 1 3 Pre Installation Requirements This section summarizes the site requirements necessary for proper installation of the QuickTrace M 8000 mercury analyzer Specific details of these requirements are included in the sections which follow Table 1 1 QuickTrace M 8000 Site Requirements Ventilation for ENC 500 Enclosure if installed Width Base 48 cm 19 in Recommended Rate 283 LPM 10 CFM Depth Base 60 cm 24 in Dimensions Trunk Diameter 11 cm 4 in Height 20 cm 8 in P Weight 16 8 Kg 37 Ibs Electrical Requirements Four Grounded Electrical 100 240 VAC 10 50 60 Hz Outlets Gas Supply Type Argon Purity Ultra High Purity 99 999 Argon Inert Gas Regulator Two Stage Recommended Regulator 69 689 kPa 10 100 psi Pressure Range Connection Size 3 175 mm 1 8 in OD a The optional ENC 500 enclosure will require 81 cm 32 in in base depth to allow for the exhaust chimney Ideally an unobstructed open island type of bench either 24 or 36 inches deep will suffice b The optional ENC 500 enclosure w elevating legs for the autosampler requires 86 cm 33 75 in in height 1 4 Customer Supplied PC Requirements A customer supplied PC must meet the requirements in Table 1 2 Minimum PC Hardware Software Requirements Table 1 2 Minimum PC Hardware Software Requirements
14. nsure that your laboratory is prepared After the installation please retain a copy of this guide for your records If there is any doubt about the information provided please contact your local Service Representative or Teledyne Leeman Labs using information in Section 1 15 Contact Information 1 2 Receiving the Instrument Your analyzer will be installed by a Teledyne Leeman Lab s Service Engineer Please do not unpack any boxes without consulting the Teledyne Leeman Lab s Customer Support Department see Section 1 15 Contact Information if necessary The Service Engineer will be responsible for reviewing the shipment against the packing list The Service Engineer cannot be responsible for this task nor can Leeman Labs be responsible for any missing items if boxes have been opened or removed before the arrival of the installation engineer The Service Engineer is a skilled professional who will install your equipment verify that it is operating to specifications and train your personnel in its basic operation Your preparation enables you to use his her visit to the best advantage a NOTE The connection of the QuickTrace M 8000 CVAF mercury analyzer to your company s internal communication network server is not part of the normal installation process and is best left to a trained Information Technology IT professional Introduction QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installatio
15. preserve the integrity of the gold traps during USEPA Method 1631 analysis Because EPA 1631 is a performance based methodology soda lime is not a necessary supply and may be eliminated 10 Recommended Supplies QuickTrace M 8000 Mercury Analyzer Pre Installation Guide Service Installation m TELEDYNE LEEMAN LABS Everywhereyoulook 1 13 Installation Solution Preparations The reagent rinse and standard solutions should be prepared during the unpacking and initial installation period Teledyne Leeman Labs and customer owned polypropylene bottles and standard tubes should be used Table 1 6 Installation Standards Reagents and Rinse Solutions Solution Preparation Stannous Chloride 1Lof 10 w v stannous chloride in 7 v v HCI Calibration Blank 3 v v HCI Autosampler Rinse Solution 2 L of 3 v v HCl Reagent Capillary Rinse Solution 500 mL of 10 v v HNO3 Reagent Capillary Rinse Solution 500 mL of 10 v v HCl Reagent Capillary Rinse Solution 500 mL of DI water LC ng L Secondary Mercury Standard 100 mL of 10 000 ng L LC ng L Working Mercury Standard 100 mL of 200 ng L Calibration Standards Shown in Table 1 7 Standard Concentrations a All bottles and vessels need to be cleaned prior to use Table 1 7 Standard Concentrations EPA Method 1631 Standard Concentration 200 ng L Blank 3 HCI 0 5 ng L 0 1 mL 39 9 mL 1 0 ng L 0 2 mL 39 8 mL 5 0 ng L 1 0 mL
16. urce Purged SnCI for the reduction of Hg For optimal performance an in line gold trap PN SP8042 for trace Hg removal from the gas supply used to purge the reagents and reagent water should be used The M 8000 is supplied with a gold trap for Hg removal from the carrier gas Hg pre filter PN 15 2145 003 for the gas supply when using gold trap modes of operation This pre filter should be used in conjunction with in line gold trap SP8042 S NOTE Teledyne Leeman Labs recommends using the Hg pre filter to remove trace amounts of mercury from the instrument carrier gas and the gas used to purge reagents The filter may also be used for the preparation of ultra trace purged DI water A clean room or at a minimum a clean area dedicated for the preparation and analysis procedures 1 12 Recommended Supplies Volumetric Flasks 100 mL class A TC 6 each Volumetric Flasks 1000 mL class A TC 1 each Volumetric Flasks 2000 mL class A TC 1 each Kimwipes Weighing Balance top loading 0 1 g readability or better capacity gt 200 g Stopwatch for measuring liquid uptake rates Powder Funnel wide bore stem small overall size Wrenches adjustable 12 in 6 in and 4 in Screw Drivers e 1 Small Phillips Head e 1 Medium Phillips Head e 1 Long Shank Medium Flat Head e 1Small Thin Flat Head Flow Meter 0 500 mL min calibrated for argon gas with 1 mL readability Deionized Water Soda Lime 4 8 mesh Soda lime is used to
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