Hardware manual

2-2 Agilent 7500 Series ICP-MS Hardware Manual
2Precautions
WARNING
If you have a pacemaker or similar implanted device, consult your physician before
using this device. This device can potentially affect pacemaker function.
CAUTION
The Agilent 7500 Series ICP-MS (Agilent 7500) is a very safe instrument with many
built-in protective features:
• A safety interlock prevents opening of the hoods during operation.
• A plasma viewing window provides eye protection.
• Sensors monitor the water and argon flow rate and pressure. If the water flow is too
low to sufficiently cool the Agilent 7500, or if the argon supply is insufficient, the
plasma is turned off automatically.
• There are fans to help ensure that the instrument's internal temperature stays
within the preset limits. The plasma is turned off automatically if any of these fans,
except the QP fan, fail.
• Temperature sensors on the exhaust vent, intake air line, and intake water line stop
the plasma if overheating occurs.
• A manual switch shuts down the instrument immediately, even if the computer is
inoperable.
CAUTION
In case of uncertainty about a specific fluid, that fluid should not be used until
confirmation by the manufacturer that it will not present a Hazard.
CAUTION
Dealing with liquid spills
Tuning solution, rotary pump oil and other solution spills: please clean with a dry cloth.
In the case of large spills, use of a spill kit is recommended. Please refer to and follow
the safety instructions on the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) when available.
CAUTION
Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods except those specified by
Agilent, please confirm with Agilent that the proposed method will not damage the
equipment.