Metrohm 940 Professional IC Vario ONE/ChS - Manual (Page 11)

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1 Introduction
940 Professional IC Vario ONE/ChS (2.940.1200)
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Sample degasser
The sample degasser removes gas bubbles and dissolved gases from the
sample.
Separation column
The intelligent separation column separates different components accord-
ing to their interactions with the column. Metrohm separation columns
are equipped with a chip where their technical specifications and history
(start-up, operating hours, etc) are stored.
1.2 Intended use
The 940 Professional IC Vario ONE/ChS is used for the determination of
anions or polar substances with chemical suppression using ion chroma-
tography.
It can also be used as needed for the determination of cations or anions
without chemical suppression.
The present instrument is suitable for processing chemicals and flammable
samples. Usage of the 940 Professional IC Vario therefore requires the
user to have basic knowledge and experience in handling toxic and caustic
substances. Knowledge with respect to the application of the fire preven-
tion measures prescribed for laboratories is also mandatory.
1.3 Safety instructions
1.3.1 General notes on safety
WARNING
This instrument may only be operated in accordance with the specifica-
tions in this documentation.
This instrument has left the factory in a flawless state in terms of technical
safety. To maintain this state and ensure non-hazardous operation of the
instrument, the following instructions must be observed carefully.
1.3.2 Electrical safety
The electrical safety when working with the instrument is ensured as part
of the international standard IEC 61010.