Sample Turntable User Manual
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1. AAT www asdi com Chapter 4 Appendix 4 1 Specifications 4 1 1 Sample Turntable Physical Dimensions 8x11x11 inch 20 32 x 27 94 x 27 94 cm Weight 6 8 Ibs 3 1 kg Sample Spot Size 4 80 cm 1 89in 4 1 2 Environmental Specifications The Sample Turntable is designed for indoor use only Operating Temperature 41 95 F Operating and Storage Non condensing Humidity Storage Temperature 0 45 C 32 113 F 4 1 3 Light Source Specifications Halogen Based Lamp 12 VDC 20 Watt Life hours 3 500 Correlated Color Temperature 2900 K 510 Lumens ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 17 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS Dine www asdi com 4 1 4 Power Source Specifications Use only ASD provided power supplies AC Power Input 100 240 50 60 Hz 1 0 Amp Peak DC Operating Current 2 2 Amps Normal DC Operating Current 1 86 Amp 4 2 Spare Parts Metal Sample Dish 150mm x 15mm 5 91in x 0 70in The metal 150mm diameter x 15mm high sample holder retains samples for the Sample Turntable Petri Dish 150mm x 15mm 5 91in x 0 70Oin The Pyrex brand 150mm diameter x 15mm high dish holds samples for the Sample Turntable Not included as standard Petri Dish 100mm x 15mm 3 94in x 0 70Oin The Pyrex brand 100mm diameter x 15mm high dish holds samples for the Sample Turntable Power Supply 15 Volt 36 Watt The AC DC power supply for the Sample Turntable Spare Halogen Bulb 2in Diameter 12 V The rep2. ENEE 11 3 1 2 Hean ene ED E 12 3 1 3 Cleaning the Spectralon Reference Panel smcsaccussecsne sansananecusdunnenecduoansemensysananesasaanoesioaisanvsenousnasbaewussanonce 12 3 2 R placi ng the Lamp EE 13 3 3 Turntable Bearing Maintenance ssssesesessssesesessscesesssossececosososoesseoeoecssssosoesesseoesesesseoeseee 14 ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 2 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS Die www asdi com 3 4 SWITCH EE e incjssncsssvsssnseasadarccinadanvaqensanessinnnentonsnsuesseuesdenseesansnsasiesnetenssbensdissieatecenosawne 15 3 5 Trouble Shooting Guide sessesesesesossecesesssoecesessecesesssosoecscosoeoesesssseoecssssosoesssseoeoesessssesese 16 Chapter 4 PAD DOI GING E e IN ENE E EEEE EEE A ONEA 17 4 1 ie Led E 17 4 1 1 leist ee 17 4 1 2 Environmental SOS CHC AE IONS ee 17 4 1 3 HANS SOS tege 17 4 1 4 Power source EEN 18 4 2 Pe Pa EE 18 4 3 Klaue CH 19 ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 3 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS Dic www asdi com Copyright Information This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright law and may not be reproduced in any manner without the express written approval of ASD Inc Disclaimer The information and specifications contained in this manual are subject to change without notice ASD Inc shall not be held liable for technical errors editorial omissions or errors made herein nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from furn
3. a damp cloth excessively at times Loose or open Verify the power connector on the back of the turntable is fully seated and locked in place The turntable lamp REESEN and or motor will not turn on Verify the AC power cord is properly connected to the AC power source Over current Power to the turntable will be cut off if over current is detected Both the turntable and the condition power supply have an over current protection circuit To recover disconnect and then reconnect the power connector located on the back of the turntable If power is not restored disconnect and then reconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet If power is not restored or the turntable repeatedly looses power contact ASD and schedule repair Switch is binding Avoid spilling sample debris on the motor and lamp switch If this occurs do not press the Switch until the material is removed Pressing the switch may lodge the material inward between the switch and its bezel If excessive the switch may bind rendering it inoperative To recover remove the debris using a thin needle Recovery is realized when the tactile Snapping action is regained Reference Switch Maintenance in section 3 4 of this manual If recovery is not possible contact ASD and schedule repair The turntable lamp Switch is binding Follow the repair action as describe above and or motor will not turn off ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 16 Sample Turntable User Manual
4. power available when the power supply is connected and plugged into a wall outlet Press the switch near the lamp icon to power the lamp on off There is separate control for the turntable rotate and the lamp functions The button above the lamp icon controls the lamp on off the button above the rotate icon controls the rotate on off Rotate Icon 4 a Lamp Icon r em ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 10 Sample Turntable User Manual A ASD www asdi com 2 6 Collecting Spectra When using the Sample Turntable samples will be exposed to the heat of the halogen lamp Depending on the material being sampled this heating of the sample may affect the data and could potentially damage the sample ASD recommends the samples be removed from the turntable when not in use To operate the turntable follow the steps as outlined in this chapter Select the number of scans that most closely matches whole intervals of the dish rotation Matching the rotational soeed and number of scans will produce the most consistent results when using inhomogeneous materials To collect spectra follow the instructions in the spectrometer manual Chapter 3 Maintenance 3 1 Cleaning the System A 3 1 1 Cleaning the Sample Turntable A CAUTION Risk of Electric Shock Turn the power off and disconnect the power supply before cleaning A CAUTION Risk of Explosion Do not allow water or a damp cloth to make contact with a h
5. AAT Sample Turntable User Manual ASD Document 600610 Revision A January 2011 by ASD Inc Wwww asdi com asdi com 303 444 6522 2555 55th Street Suite 100 Boulder CO 80301 AAT www asdi com Table of Contents Copyright Information oats cae sects pie asda recta teresa dense eaeadetticnee edaeictseronsneevieeecdaa aes 4 Oe 4 Rel reen dE d Returning Instrument tO ASD Ee 4 Eege 5 ee d aA E EEEE E EE OEE EEE A EE N tts 6 Chapter 1 EE 6 1 1 Unpack the ASD Sample Turntable scscssosssccscscsccsccccscsccscscescccsccscecsscccsccscscescscscesceoes 6 1 2 Attach the Power Supply EN 7 Chapter 2 DCN GEI ON E 7 2 1 Insert the Fiber Optic Cable sesessssssesesesssosoesesssosoecesseoeoecsesssoesesesosososossosossesssseoeossesseseoese 7 2 2 S l ct a SAINI COI SD ise sie scceaceceos seccaccctaccaca eecuepcanecncassessecaaaheaesesa se cueeteenetscarcececesntecenceorcesueeens 8 2 3 Load the Sample Kee 9 2 4 Place th Sample DUS icici ctice ace ase see ne scee scece enue ease esos acecaameaneshetses ast sanedeeseerec oiiaii 9 2 5 Using the Reference Standard cccscsscsccssssceccsccsceccecccceccececcsccccsccsccccscsceccscescecceccscecens 10 2 5 Power on the Sample Turntable ccccscsccecsccccsccccecsccccsccccscnccccscescecsccccscessecsseccscecceces 10 2 6 Collecting Spectra E oe geeen cue sunesceeeacetsnesdecssueceuceteeerdesune 11 Chapter 3 EE 11 3 1 Cleaning the SY SE OI E 11 3 1 1 CLS the Sample
6. This is a personal danger warning Beware of live electrical circuits before working with or performing maintenance on the equipment Failure to acknowledge this warning could result in personal injury to the user or cause damage to the equipment Ay CAUTION Hot Surface This is a personal danger warning Equipment may be hot to the touch and could potentially cause burns Failure to acknowledge this warning could result in personal injury to the user A CAUTION Risk of Explosion This is a personal danger warning Beware of explosion potential before working with or performing maintenance on the equipment Failure to acknowledge this warning could result in personal injury to the user or cause damage to the equipment Warnings and cautions are placed throughout this manual for the protection of the user However the absence of warnings and cautions does not preclude the user of proper caution and handling Usual precautions are recommended to be taken at all times either written or otherwise to avoid injury or damage to ASD equipment ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 5 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS Die www asdi com introduction The ASD Sample Turntable is used for analysis of irregularly shaped and non homogeneous samples Rotation of the sample enables the spectrometer to view multiple orientations and effectively average non uniform surfaces for accurate data collection ASD turntables are designed to operate only wi
7. be cleaned reference the trouble shooting section in this manual To service the bearing follow these steps Step 1 While pressing down on the turntable with one hand use the other to remove the hex nut Use a ratchet and 5 8in socket Step 2 Remove the hardened bearing washers and bearing a Step 3 With a dry cloth clean and remove all lubrication from the bearing and bearing washers Step 4 Lubricate the bearing using grease not oil ASD part 906311 or other type formulated to protect against rust and corrosion Step 5 Reinstall the bearing components and turntable ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 14 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS Dine www asdi com 3 4 Switch Maintenance Avoid spilling sample debris on the rotation and lamp switches If this occurs do not press the switch until the material is removed Pressing the switch may lodge the material between the switch and its bezel If excessive the Switch may bind and not operate correctly reference section 3 5 Trouble Shooting Guide in this manual To recover remove the debris using a thin needle The switch is operating correctly when there Is tactile snapping action when pressed ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 15 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS Dine www asdi com 3 5 Trouble Shooting Guide The turntable Clean and re lubricate the turntable bearing bearing Is The turntable is noisier GE T Using a ratchet and a 5 8in hex
8. cally contain 70 90 alcohol and 10 30 water and other impurities which may negatively affect lamp performance Step 5 Use the compressed air to rid the lamp window of any loose contaminants Step 6 Reinstall the lamp 3 1 3 Cleaning the Spectralon Reference Panel The Spectralon reference panel is an optical standard and should be handled with extreme care Although the material is very durable care should be taken to prevent contaminants such as finger oils from contacting the material s surface and altering the reflectance Always handle the reference panel from the sides to help maintain the panel s high reflectance To Clean Lightly Soiled Spectralon Step 1 Spray with a jet of dry air or nitrogen Note DO NOT use Freon To Clean a Heavily Soiled Reference Panel Step 1 Place a flat surface such as a thick flat piece of glass into a sink Step 2 Place 220 grade wet sandpaper onto the glass ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 12 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS Dine www asdi com Step 3 Note Step 4 Step 5 Note Holding the sandpaper in place gently rub the reference panel in a figure eight motion over the paper until the panel is hydrophobic water beads and runs off immediately Be sure to follow these steps rather than setting the reference panel onto the glass and rubbing the sandpaper onto the panel doing so will apply uneven pressure to the reference panel s surface thus creating a
9. e larger sampling dish has a more effective sampling area which could result in more precise data collection Sample height must be as uniform as possible and level with the top of the sample dishes Select the smaller dish only when sample volume won t completely fill the larger dish 100mm PETRI SMALL PLATE TILE SAMPLING SPOT IZE 5153 48 01 SAMPLING SPOT SIZE ALES 4801 SAMPLING AREA SAMPLING AREA 4 52 0122 44 G90 73 59 SAMPLING PATTERN SAMPLING PATTERN WITH 100mm HIH WITH 150mm DISH ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 8 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS Dr www asdi com 2 3 Load the Sample Dish It is important the distance from the fiber optic tip to the sample and reference panel remains constant Variance in distance could influence measurements When loading the sample dish ensure the sample is uniform and level with the sample dish rim It is important to load the sample holder as consistently as possible If multiple operators are loading samples ensure all follow the same procedure To level the sample use an object with a flat surface larger than the sample dish such as a Petri dish lid as illustrated below Place the flat object on the loaded sample dish With little downward pressure slide the object in a circular motion until the sample height matches the rim height of the sample dish Inspect the sample to ensure it is uniform and the height is correct Clean the dish af
10. ector into the back of the turntable Lock in place by turning the locking barrel clockwise Step 2 Plug the power supply s AC power cord into a wall outlet Al Locking Barrel wem r fr EE i TT seen T Table VT ween So E Tees P Chapter 2 Operation 2 1 Insert the Fiber Optic Cable It is important the distance from the fiber optic tip to the sample remains constant Variance in distance could influence measurements Ensure the fiber optic cable is fully seated and extends through the underside about a 1 2in as shown in the photo above when collecting spectra ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 7 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS Dire www asdi com Step 1 Slip the spectrometers fiber optic cable downward into the fiber optic port until fully seated A spring plunger will snap to indicate when the cable is seated fully Step 2 Pull the fiber optic upward to verify the cable is firmly retained by the spring plunger and won t easily pull out 2 2 Select a Sample Dish The Sample Turntable is designed to work with three different sample dishes Dish types include a 150mm x 15mm 5 91in x 0 70in metal dish a 150mm x 15mm glass petri dish not included and a 100mm x 15mm 3 94in x 0 70in glass petri dish The turntable is designed to fit only Pyrex Corning Brand glass petri dishes For the most effective sample presentation use the larger sample dish As illustrated below th
11. ishing performance or use of this material Technical Support lf there are any questions or concerns please contact ASD Inc by phone fax or e mail Phone 303 444 6522 Extension 144 Fax 303 444 6825 E mail support asdi com Web www asdi com Software Documentation http support asdi com Technical support is committed to providing a timely response to all questions and Is available by phone Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm Mountain Standard Time Returning Instrument to ASD for Service In order to return the instrument to ASD for maintenance or repair a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA must be issued by ASD technical support The RMA includes scheduling details contact information shipping instructions and a brief description of the maintenance or repair requirements Please contact the technical support department at 303 444 6522 Extension 144 or support asdi com ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 4 Sample Turntable User Manual AT wwasaicom Key to Symbols CAUTION SYMBOLS The following are personal danger warning symbols Documentation must be consulted in all cases where these symbols are marked Failure to acknowledge these warnings could result in personal injury to the user or cause damage to the equipment A CAUTION Risk of Danger This is a personal danger warning Documentation must be consulted in all cases where this symbol this is marked CAUTION Risk of Electric Shock
12. lacement halogen bulb is for use in the Sample Turntable Not included as standard Reference Panel 9 19cm 3 62in Diameter Spectralon The Spectralon reference panel is the optical standard used with all ASD instruments and designed specifically for the ASD Sample Turntable ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 18 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS Die www asdi com 4 3 Part Numbers To expedite the process of ordering parts have the part number on hand when contacting ASD Inc Sample Turntable A128798 Reference Panel 9 19cm 3 62in A128001 Diameter Spectralon Metal Dish 150mm x15mm A133353 5 91in x0 59in Glass Petri Dish 100mm x 15mm 126666 5 91in x 0 59in not included as standard Glass Petri Dish 100x1 5mm 128008 3 94in x 0 59in Power Supply 15V 36 Watt A350534 Bearing Grease 1cc Packet 906311 Spare 2in Diameter 12 V Halogen 126545 Bulb not included standard ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 19 Sample Turntable User Manual
13. ot lamp Turn the power off and disconnect the power supply Allow the lamp to cool to room temperature before attempting to clean the turntable A CAUTION Risk of Burn To prevent burn injuries the lamp must be allowed to cool down Allow the lamp to cool to room temperature before cleaning Step 1 Remove the power cord and allow the lamp to cool Step 2 Clean the unit with a damp cloth and mild soap and or isopropyl alcohol Do not allow water to get into power connections Step 3 Ensure all soap residue is removed and all surfaces and power connections are dry before reconnecting power ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 11 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS Dire www asdi com 3 1 2 Cleaning the Lamp CAUTION Risk of Explosion Do not allow water or a damp cloth to make contact with a hot lamp Turn the power off and disconnect the power supply Allow the lamp to cool to room temperature before cleaning A CAUTION Risk of Burn To prevent burn injuries allow the lamp to cool to room temperature before attempting to clean Step 1 Remove the power cord and allow the lamp to cool Step 2 Remove the lamp from its cradle Reference Replacing the Lamp in chapter 3 2 of this manual Step 3 Remove loose dirt and dust with canned nitrogen propelled compressed alr Step 4 Use a lint free cloth and 97 99 isopropyl alcohol and clean the lamp window Note Use medical grade isopropyl alcohol Other grades typi
14. reas of unequal reflectance Use water as needed to wash away the thin layer of sanded material Blow dry with air or nitrogen or allow the material to air dry for a minimum of 4 hours Do not use oils or soaps to clean the reference panel 3 2 Replacing the Lamp A CAUTION Risk of Burn To prevent burn injuries allow the lamp to cool to room temperature before attempting to replace Prevent dirt and oils from contacting the lamp window Do NOT touch the window of the lamp Oils on hands may transfer to the window this can significantly affect the lamp temperature and corrupt important operating properties of the lamp This could influence data collected by the spectrometer Step 1 ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A Remove the six screws located at top of enclosure securing the shroud cover and lift upward to remove 13 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS is www asdi com Step 2 Pull the lever assist upward to eject the lamp Step 3 Remove the lamp and press the lever assist down back in place Step 4 Without touching the glass bottom surface window slide a new clean lamp into place Ensure the lamp is fully seated centered with the hole in the lamp cradle 3 3 Turntable Bearing Maintenance Occasionally debris may find its way to the turntable bearing and if excessive bearing life and performance may be affected If the turntable is noisier than normal it s likely the bearing needs to
15. socket remove the turntable plate to gain access to the than normal bearing With a dry cloth clean and remove all lubrication from the bearing and bearing debris surface Lubricate the bearing using grease not oil formulated to protect against rust and corrosion reference Turntable Bearing Maintenance in this chapter The gear motor Is Replace the motor EE Contact ASD and schedule repair Excessive sample Lighten the load placed on the turntable The main turntable will mele eon tinal occasionally stall and Debris buildup Remove turntable plate and clean clatter loudly between main Use a ratchet and a 5 8 hex socket to remove the turntable plate to remove the turntable reference Turntable Bearing Maintenance in section 3 3 of the manual platen and plastic enclosure Toothed drive belt Remove the bottom cover and adjust the belt tension or contact ASD and schedule repair is loose Toothed drive belt Remove the bottom cover and replace the belt or contact ASD and schedule repair is damaged Gear motor Is Replace the motor a Contact ASD and schedule repair The smaller 100mm Debris on plate Some irregular motion is normal and will not affect measurements If the turntable plate plate rotates irregularly surfaces and or o hesitates or stutters excessively clean the underside of the small plate including the orange It hesitates or stutters ring o ring and the top of the turntable plate with
16. ter each use Small Plate Petri Dial 2 4 Place the Sample Dish Place the larger sample dish metal or glass type directly on the Sample Turntable To use the smaller dish rotate the petri dial until it snaps into position over the rotating turntable Use the small plate with the 100mm dish as illustrated below 100mm Dish ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 9 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS Dine www asdi com 2 5 Using the Reference Standard The Spectralon reference panel is an optical standard and should be handled with extreme care Although the material is very durable care should be taken to prevent contaminants such as finger oils from contacting the material s surface and altering the reflectance Always handle the reference panel from the sides to help maintain the panel s high reflectance To take a white reference reference the Spectrometer User Manual turn the lamp on and allow it to warm up for at least 15 minutes Position the petri dial center the reference panel on the small plate and place it on the turntable Turn the motor on and take a white reference Note To ensure the quality of sample collection use only Spectralon reference panels supplied by ASD ASD supplied reference panels are designed to work with the turntable and samples dishes that are provided For replacement parts please contact ASD Technical Support 2 5 Power on the Sample Turntable The Sample Turntable has
17. th ASD spectrometers Reference the spectrometer manual for spectroscopy technical guidance Chapter 1 Set Up 1 1 Unpack the ASD Sample Turntable Carefully inspect the shipping container and take notes and photographs if there is evidence of damage that may have occurred during shipping Note Save all packing materials foam spacers and paperwork for possible future use Step 1 Prepare a clear space on a sturdy bench or counter near a power receptacle and away from a window or other light sources External light sources may have influence on spectral measurements Please refer to the spectrometer manual for spectroscopy technical guidance Step 2 Remove the turntable and its accessories from the shipping container Step 3 Ensure all items are included before using the turntable Standard Accessories include e One 3 62in Spectralon White Reference Standard e One Power Supply 15 Volt 36 Watt e One Metal Sample Dish 150x15mm 5 91in x0 70in e One Glass Petri Dish 100x15mm 3 94x0 70in e One 100mm Plate used with 100mm Petri Dishes e Two packets of bearing grease ASD Inc 2010 Document 600610 Revision A 6 Sample Turntable User Manual AAS Dine www asdi com 1 2 Attach the Power Supply A Use only ASD provided power supplies and AC power cords ASD power supplies and cords have been tested to ensure all performance and safety requirements comply with ASD Standards Step 1 Press the power supply two pin conn
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