BUCHI DuMaster D-480 - Manual (Page 19)

Operation Manual D-480 ©BÜCH Labortechnik AG
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 Read the instructions on the individual chemicals in the safety data sheets. The risk notes for
individual chemicals can be found in the R-Phrases. Safety advice can be found in the S-
Phrases.
Intended use of the instrument
Intended use
This section describes what the instrument is suitable for and what substances may be analyzed with
it.
Description of the instrument
The elementary analyzer is an instrument for fully automatic and quantitative analysis of the element
N.
Suitable analysis samples
Only samples that can be decomposed in a controlled manner under the method-dependent
combustion conditions are suitable for analysis.
Advice on difficult applications
You have the following ways of getting advice on difficult applications:
 You will find useful tips in the "Application notes" on the provided CD.
You will find also the "Application notes" section on the www.buchi.com website.
Warning: residual risks
Hot components inside the instrument
During operation, the furnaces inside the instrument heat certain components to very high
temperatures. Even after switching off the instrument, these components stay hot for long periods of
time that you can suffer serious burns if working inappropriately inside the instrument.
Observe the relevant instructions exactly in order to avoid burns.
Live components inside the instrument
There are live parts (up to 230V) inside the instrument. When you are working on the electrical
components, you may suffer electrocution if you do not work properly. Never bring liquids or leak-test
spray in the vicinity of live components.
Observe the relevant instructions exactly in order to avoid injuries caused by electrocution.
Unsuitable consumables and spare parts
If you use consumables and spare parts of an unsuitable type and quality, you risk:
 Injuries to the operating personnel
 Damages to the instrument
 Distortion of analysis results
 loss of warranty.
Only use original spare parts and original consumables that you have purchased from BÜCHI
Labortechnik AG or authorized dealers.
Samples with potential risks
Samples to be analyzed may pose the following risks: