Spectraa 240

Varian AA systems
Pre-installation manual
Installation Category II
Pollution Degree 2
Safety Class 1 (EN 61010-1)
8510119300
October 2003
Varian AA Pre-installation
Varian offices
Varian has offices in most countries. The major offices for optical
spectroscopy products are listed below:
Varian Australia Pty Ltd (Manufacturing site)
679 Springvale Road
Mulgrave, Victoria 3170
Australia
International telephone: + 61 3 9560 7133
International fax: + 61 3 9560 7950
Varian Instruments
2700 Mitchell Dr
Walnut Creek, CA 94598
Telephone: 1 800 926 3000
International telephone: +1.925.939.2400
International fax: +1.925.945.2102
Varian BV
Herculesweg 8,
4338 PL, Middelburg, Netherlands
International telephone: +31 118 67 1000
International fax: +31 118 62 3193
Internet
The Varian Internet home page can be found at:
http://www.varianinc.com
Varian Australia Pty Ltd is the owner of copyright on this document
and any associated software. Under law, the written permission of
Varian Australia Pty Ltd must be obtained before either the
documentation or the software is copied, reproduced, translated or
converted to electronic or other machine-readable form, in whole,
or in part.
First published 1994 in Australia. Updated 1995, 1997, 1998, 2000,
2001, 2002, 2003.
Comments about this manual should be directed to the Marketing
Communications Manager, Varian Australia at the address above
or to webmaster@varianinc.com.
Varian Australia is ISO9001 certified.
1994 Varian Australia Pty Ltd (A.B.N. 67 004 559 540)
All rights reserved
Microsoft, Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries.
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Publication date: October 2003
Contents
1.
Introduction..............................................................................1-1
1.1 Installation guide
1-1
1.2 Recommended PC configurations
1-2
1.3 Warning and Caution messages
1-6
2.
Suitable work area ...................................................................2-1
2.1 Environment control
2-1
2.2 Workbench
2-2
2.3 Weights and dimensions
2-3
3.
Exhaust System........................................................................3-1
3.1 General information
3-1
3.2 Varian exhaust system
3-2
4.
Electrical power supplies .........................................................4-1

5.
4-1
Gas supplies..............................................................................5-1
5.1 Storage of pressure cylinders
5-1
5.2 Gas connection fittings
5-2
5.3 Permitted gas supplies
5-2
5.4 Air supply
5-3
5.5 Nitrous oxide supply
5-5
5.6 Acetylene supply
5-6
5.7 Gas supplies for Graphite Tube Atomizers (both Zeeman and
non-Zeeman)
5-8
5.8 Gas supplies for the Vapor Generation Accessory
6.
5-9
Supplementary information ....................................................6-1
6.1 Waste fluids
6-1
6.2 Special arrangements for use with organic solvents
6-1
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7.
Water cooling system .............................................................. 7-1

8.
7-1
Equipment on-site ................................................................... 8-1
8.1 Insurance after delivery
8-1
8.2 Transit damage
8-1
8.3 In-house transit routes
8-2
9.
Guidelines for software installation........................................ 9-1
10. Operator training ................................................................... 10-1

11. Appendix................................................................................ 11-1
11.1 Weights and dimensions of SpectrAA-880/880Z and GTA-100.11-1
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11.2 Electrical power supplies
11-3
11.3 In-house transit routes
11-4
1.
Introduction
This publication contains information that you need to enable you to

prepare your laboratory for the installation of a Varian atomic
absorption spectrometer. Described below are facilities that must be
provided before the installation can be completed. Detailed operating
procedures are provided in the operation manual that is supplied with
the instrument or in the multimedia online help, supplied with the
instrument software.
When all preparations are finished, please complete the checklist
(strike out those entries not applicable) and send the completed,
signed pre-installation checklist to your local Varian sales and service
office or Varian agent. When it is received, the Varian field service
manager or Varian agent will contact you to arrange a mutually
convenient time for installation.
If you need assistance or details of operator training courses, please
contact your Varian representative.
1.1
Installation guide
Allow a minimum of four hours for installation by a Varian customer
service representative. If accessories are included, allow a maximum
of eight hours. The installation will include:
Spectrometer installation
Basic customer training
Maintenance overview
Accessory installation
We recommend a telephone outlet near the instrument. This will make

it easier for you if you need to seek assistance in operational
procedures or apparent fault diagnosis. This can also facilitate remote
troubleshooting and diagnosis where this support option has been
included.
Note
Installation time will increase if Qualification services (IQ/OQ) are
1-1
required. Contact your local Varian customer service representative for

further details.
1.2
Recommended PC configurations
If you are supplying your own PC for use with a Varian AA
instrument, the minimum and recommended configurations of that PC
are listed below. The minimum configuration represents the absolute
minimum on which you can run the Varian AA instrument software.
This PC configuration may be out of manufacture, but you may wish
to use a PC you already have. The recommended configuration is that
which you would buy new.
Minimum: Intel Pentium III 500 MHz processor, 256 MB RAM,
17 inch Super VGA monitor, graphics card supporting 1024 x 768
resolution, 4 GB hard disk or bigger, CD-ROM drive, sound card,
Windows NT 4 (Service Pack 6) or Windows 2000 (Service Pack 2)
or Windows XP (Service pack 1) operating system, one RS232 serial
port.
Note
The PC must have 1 spare PCI expansion slot for the Varian PCI-IEEE
interface card.
Recommended: Intel Pentium IV 2 GHz processor, 512 MB RAM,
17 inch Super VGA monitor, graphics card supporting 1024 x 768
resolution, 40 GB hard disk or bigger, 24 speed CD-ROM drive, 32 bit
sound card and speakers, Windows NT 4 (Service Pack 6) or
Windows 2000 (Service Pack 2) or Windows XP (Service pack 1)
operating system, two RS232 serial ports.
Note
The PC must have 1 spare PCI expansion slot for the Varian PCI-IEEE
interface card.
The Varian SpectrAA software does not support the AT/ISA PC bus.
1-2
1.2.1
Pre-installation checklist
Use the following checklist to ensure that you complete each step of
the pre-installation procedure. Tick the box to indicate that each
requirement is complete.
Instrument delivered, unpacked and positioned on work bench

Any instrument damage has been reported to the company
responsible for transporting the instrument, a Varian
representative was informed of the damage and a copy of the
damage report has been sent to the Varian office.
Computer components on site
Brand:
Processor:
RAM size in MB:
Hard disk size in MB:
Operating system:
Printer
Brand:
SIPS 10/20 Sample Introduction Pump System

Serial number:
SPS Autosampler
Model number:
Model number:
Serial number:
VGA-77 Vapor Generation Accessory

Serial number:
GTA Accessory
Serial number:
ETC-60 Accessory
Serial number:
1-3
1.2.1.1
Additional accessories
Type and model:
Serial number:
Type and model:
Serial number:
Exhaust system
Electrical power supplies
Gas supplies
Telephone outlet
Waste container
Water cooling/circulation system
Brand:
Model number:
Serial number:
21 CFR Part 11 Pre-installation requirements

The 21 CFR Part 11 booklet has been received and read, and
action has been taken to ensure section 4 of the 21 CFR Part 11
booklet has been completed
System Administrator has been notified
Arrangements have been made for a System Administrator to be
present during installation
All preparations have been completed in accordance with the

information provided in the Varian AA pre-installation manual.
Please arrange for the installation to be completed as soon as possible.
I understand that if the installation site is not prepared in accordance
with the enclosed instructions, additional installation charges may be
applicable.
Company name and address _____________________ ___________________________________
1-4
Name ______________________________ Position ____________________________________

Telephone ___________________________ Date
______________________________________
Preferred installation date _______________ Signature ___________________________________
1.2.2
Pre-installation complete
All preparations have been completed. To arrange installation of the
instrument, complete the details on the pre-installation checklist and
return the form to the Varian Office shown below. A copy should be
retained for Validation purposes.
Varian office card to be attached here.
1-5
1.3
Warning and Caution messages

A Warning message is used in the text when failure to observe
instructions or precautions could result in death or injury.
A Caution message is used when failure to observe instructions could
result in damage to equipment (Varian supplied and/or other
associated equipment).
A Note message is used to give advice or information.
1-6
1.3.1
Warning symbols
These symbols are included with warnings in the manual or on the
products.
Electrical shock
Eye hazard
Noxious gases
Hot surfaces
Fire hazard
Explosion hazard
Corrosive chemical
Moving part
Heavy weight
(Danger to feet)
Toxic material
Sharp objects
Magnetic fields
Heavy weight
(Danger to hands)
1-7
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1-8
2.
2.1
Suitable work area
Environment control
The area selected for operation of a Varian AA spectrometer system
must be free from drafts, corrosive atmospheres and vibration. Sample
preparation areas and materials storage facilities should be located in
a separate room.
The area should have a dust-free, low humidity atmosphere.
Air-conditioning is strongly recommended for control of the
environment. The instrument should not be located near a window,
door or any other area where drafts may cause unstable thermal
conditions.
Recommended environmental conditions:
For operation:
0 to 853 m (0 to 2800 ft)
853 to 2133 m (2800 to

7000 ft)
10 to 35 C (50 to 95 F)
10 to 25 C (50 to 77 F)
8 to 80% relative humidity

(non-condensing)
8 to 80% relative humidity

(non-condensing)
For storage:
0 to 2133 m (0 to 7000 ft)
5 to 45 C (40 to 115 F)
20 to 80% relative humidity (non-condensing)
Note
For optimum analytical performance, it is recommended that the

ambient temperature of the laboratory be maintained between
2025 C, and held constant to within 2 C throughout the entire
working day.
2-1
2.2
Workbench
The workbench must be free from vibration and be stable and strong
enough to support the total weight of the equipment to be used. The
bench top should be large enough to permit a free circulation of air
around the main instrument and each of the accessories.
The information provided in table 2.1 will make planning easier.
Portable or semi-permanent trolleys can be used as workbenches but
you must lock the wheels. Accessories such as the SPS Autosampler,
can be positioned on a trolley available from Varian (part number
9910056300). To avoid damage through spillage of samples being
used, the bench top should be covered with a material which is
corrosion resistant and impervious to liquid spillage. Generally, for
comfortable working conditions and ease of access to the instruments,
the workbench should be approximately 700 mm (28") high.
The location of the workbench may be constrained by the need for an
exhaust flue to remove fumes and vapors from the spectrometer
sample compartment (see Chapter 3).
2-2
2.3
Weights and dimensions

Spectrometer System unit
Width
Depth
Height
Weight
SpectrAA-50/55/110/220 instrument
only
790 mm
(31")
585 mm
(23")
575 mm
(22.5")
56 kg
(123 lb)
SpectrAA-50/55/110/220 instrument
and shipping box
1200 mm
(47")
780 mm
(31")
870 mm
(34")
97 kg
(213 lb)
Varian-AA140/240 instrument only
780 mm
(31")
600 mm
(24")
735 mm
(29")
69 kg
(152 lb)
Varian-AA140/240 instrument and

shipping box
1170 mm
(46")
890 mm
(35")
890 mm
(35")
106 kg
(234 lb)
Varian-AA280 instrument only
780 mm
(31")
600 mm
(24")
735 mm
(29")
69 kg
(152 lb)
Varian-AA280 instrument and

shipping box
1170 mm
(46")
890 mm
(35")
890 mm
(35")
106 kg
(234 lb)
GTA-110 Graphite Tube Atomizer

(workhead stowed)
530 mm
(21")
530 mm
(21")
400 mm
(16")
43 kg
(95 lb)
Shipping dimensions
1000 mm
(40)
710 mm
(28.4)
700 mm
(28)
71 kg
(156 lb)
GTA-110 Zeeman
440 mm
(18")
540 mm
(22")
300 mm
(12")
52 kg
(114 lb)
Shipping dimensions
1000 mm
(40)
710 mm
(28.4)
700 mm
(28)
79 kg
(174 lb)
Programmable Sample Dispenser

PSD-110
305 mm
(12.2)
360 mm
(14.4)
310 mm
(12.4)
6.5 kg
(14 lb)
Shipping dimensions
620 mm
(24.8)
420 mm
(16.8)
325 mm
(13)
11.5 kg
(25 lb)
GTA-120 Graphite Tube Atomizer

(workhead stowed)
240 mm
(10")
600 mm
(24")
580 mm
(23")
37 kg
(82 lb)
Shipping dimensions
950 mm
(37)
760 mm
(30)
870 mm
(34)
76 kg
(167 lb)
Accessories
(including workhead)
includes
PSD-120
2-3
GTA-120 Zeeman
(including workhead)
Shipping dimensions
240 mm
(10")
600 mm
(24")
580 mm
(23")
48 kg
(106 lb)
950 mm
(37)
760 mm
(30)
870 mm
(34)
87 kg
(192 lb)
includes
PSD-120
Programmable Sample Dispenser

PSD-120
300 mm
(11.8)
380 mm
(15)
310 mm
(12.2)
6 kg
(13.2 lb)
Shipping dimensions
660 mm
(26)
420 mm
(16.5)
310 mm
(12.2)
10 kg
(22 lb)
SPS2 Autosampler
415 mm
(16")
265 mm
(10")
435 mm
(17")
11 kg
(24.2 lb)
Shipping dimensions
760 mm
(29.9)
500 mm
(19.7)
840 mm
(33.1)
29 kg
(63.9 lb)
SPS3 Autosampler
490 mm
(19)
760 mm
(29.9)
285 mm
(11)
500 mm
(19.7)
515 mm
(20)
840 mm
(33.1)
15 kg
(33 lb)
31 kg
(68.3 lb)
572 mm
(23)
760 mm
(23.6)
285 mm
(11)
500 mm
(15.7)
515 mm
(20)
840 mm
(23.6)
18 kg
(39.6)
34 kg
(74.9 lb)
Trolley cart dimensions
600 mm
(23.6")
420 mm
(16.5")
775 mm
(30.5")
VGA-77 Vapor Generation
310 mm
(13")
210 mm
(8")
270 mm
(11")
5.5 kg
(12 lb)
Shipping dimensions
385 mm
(15)
340 mm
(14)
400 mm
(16)
8.5 kg
(19 lb)
ETC-60 Electrothermal Controller
260 mm
(10")
240 mm
(9.5")
150 mm
(6")
5 kg
(11 lb)
Shipping dimensions
385 mm
(15)
340 mm
(14)
400 mm
(16)
8.5 kg
(19 lb)
Shipping dimensions
SPS3 Autosampler with Diluter
Shipping dimensions
2-4
SIPS -0/20: SIPS Power Module
225 mm
(9)
100 mm
(4)
385 mm
(15.5)
4.5 kg
(10 lb)
SIPS Pump module
285 mm
(11)
275 mm
(10.5)
215 mm
(9)
4.5 kg
(10 lb)
Shipping dimensions
620 mm
(25)
530 mm
(21)
360 mm
(14)
15 kg
(33 lb)
Personal Computers
Consult the manufacturer.
Printers
Consult the manufacturer.

5BCMF
Equipment weights and dimensions for Varian AA instruments.
2-5
'JHVSF
2-6
SpectrAA-50/55/110/220 instrument dimensions
'JHVSFFront view of a Varian-AA280 series instrument with

GTA-120 and PSD-120.
'JHVSFTop view of a Varian-AA280 series instrument, GTA-120

and PSD-120.
2-7
'JHVSF
Side view of the Varian-AA280 with PSD-120.
Front of a Varian-AA140/240 series instrument with

'JHVSF
2-8
Top view of a Varian-AA140/240 series instrument with

'JHVSF
'JHVSF
Side view of a Varian-AA140/240 with PSD-120.
2-9
2-10
3.
Exhaust System
'JHVSFSpectrometer
3.1
and flue position
General information
The flame operates at a temperature of approximately 3000 C
(5400 F), and can generate up to 540 kilojoules (510 BTU) per minute.
Exhaust fumes can be toxic or corrosive.
The spectrometer must be located under a flue, which is vented by an
exhaust fan and ducted to an external vent. The exhaust system with
flue, ducting and external vent, must provide a minimum flow of
6 cubic metres per minute (200 cfm) at 16 mm water gauge static
pressure (free delivery of 11 cubic metres per minute).
The exhaust system installation must comply with any rules and/or
regulations that may be imposed by local authorities responsible for
control of facilities and fixtures in the work place.
3-1
The exhaust fan should be located at least 3 metres (10 feet) away
from the flame. The fan blades must be made of metal. The fan control
switch and running indicator lamp should be located close to the
instrument.
Ducting must be corrosion resistant, fireproof and should be kept clear
of fire alarms, sprinkler heads, heat sensitive devices and combustible
materials. It should rise vertically for at least two metres (6 feet) from
the spectrometer and there should be no tight bends. All ducting joints
must be fitted the hot exhaust gases may melt soldered joints.
The external vent must be fitted with a back draft damper and the
outlet location must be clear of doors, windows and air-conditioning
inlets.
Warning
3.2
An exhaust system must be used with Varian AA flame and

furnace instruments to remove hazardous and toxic gases.
Varian exhaust system

The components required for an extraction system may be purchased
from Varian either separately or as a kit of parts ready for installation
at the instrument site. To allow for personal preferences in the
selection of control gear, switch and pilot light assemblies are not
included with the items supplied by Varian.
Exhaust kit
Exhaust kit for 240 V, 50 Hz supply
Exhaust kit for 115 V, 60 Hz supply
5BCMFExhaust
Note
Part number
9910028100
9910028500
kits.
Mounting hardware for the flue and fan are not included with the
Varian supplied exhaust kit.
Each Varian supplied exhaust kit contains the following items, which
must be installed by local fitters before the Varian Customer Service
Representative is called.
3-2
Item
1
2
3
4
5
Remarks
Exhaust fan (for 240 V, 50 Hz supply only)
OR
Exhaust fan (for 115 V, 60 Hz supply only)
Flue without mounting brackets
Flexible ducting, 1 metre aluminium
Coupling for joints in ducting
Ducting clamp, 2 per coupling
5BCMFExhaust
Part number
1810000100
Qty
1
1810000200
5510000300
0410000400
1610000200
0810000300
1
1
3
2
4
kit components (refer to Figure 3.2).
Exhaust fan
Ducting
Coupling
Clamps
Coupling
Clamps
Remote switch
'JHVSFExhaust
Part number
Voltage
Current
Frequency
Power input
Direction of rotation
Nominal speed
kit components.
1810000100
240 Volts Single Phase
0.45 Amps
50 Hz
74 Watts
Anti-clockwise (as seen from
1300 rpm
5BCMFExhaust
Flue
1810000200
115 Volts Single Phase
0.7 Amps
60 Hz
51 Watts
shaft end)
fan motor specifications.
3-3
'JHVSFExhaust
3-4
Note
fan wiring information.
The Varian supplied exhaust fan must be configured to operate in

permanent split phase mode as shown in Figure 3.3.
'JHVSF
Note
Exhaust fan wiring information for 115VAC, 60Hz motor.
The direction of motor rotation (Clockwise or Counter-Clockwise) is as

viewed from the shaft end of the motor. The exhaust fan rotation is
counter-clockwise (CCW) and the motor must be wired accordingly
3-5
3-6
4.
4.1
General information
The installation of electrical power supplies must comply with the
rules and/or regulations imposed by the local authorities responsible
for the use of electrical energy in the work place.
All Varian AA instruments are supplied with a 2 metre (6 6") mains
power cord terminated as indicated in table 4.2.
All power supplies should be single phase AC, 3 wire system (active,
neutral and ground, or two actives and ground) and should be
terminated at an appropriate connection receptacle that is within
reach of the system power cable assembly. In areas where
208/220/240 Volt supplies are not normally available in a single
phase configuration, supplies may be taken from two phases and
ground of a three phase system.
A separate connection receptacle should be provided for each unit in
the system (see Table 4.1). Do not use double adapters or extension
cords.
A separate mains circuit individually protected by fuses or circuit
breakers must be used for the GTA accessory. It is preferable for the
GTA and the instrument to share the same phase.
Note
If the system being installed is a Zeeman system, then two separate

mains circuits individually protected by fuses or circuit breakers must
be used one each for the instrument and the Zeeman GTA
accessory. It is preferable for the GTA and the instrument to share the
same phase but separate power supply circuits.
Avoid using power supplies from a source that may be subject to
electrical interference from other services (large electric motors,
elevators, welders and air conditioning units etc.).
4-1
System unit
Required supply voltage
Rating
SpectrAA-50/55/110/220
100 VAC +10% -5%

120, 220 or 240 VAC 10%
230 VAC +14% -6%
230 VAC +6% -14%
50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz
170 VA
Varian-AA240
100 VAC +10% -5%

120, 220 or 240 VAC 10%
230 VAC +14% -6%
230 VAC +6% -14%
50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz
230 VA
Varian-AA280
100 VAC +10% -5%

120, 220 or 240 VAC 10%
230 VAC +14% -6%
230 VAC +6% -14%
50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz
230 VA
SpectrAA-220 Zeeman
208-240 VAC 10 %
50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz
3500 VA **
Varian-AA240 Zeeman
208-240 VAC 10 %
50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz
3500 VA **
Varian-AA280 Zeeman
208-240 VAC 10 %
50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz
3500 VA **
GTA Accessory
3500 VA **
GTA-120
208, 220 or 240 VAC 10%

230 VAC +14% -6%
230 VAC +6% -14%
50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz
SIPS-10/20
100-240 VAC 10 %
55 VA
SPS5 Autosampler
100, 120, 220 or 240 VAC 10 %

230 VAC +14% -6%,
230 VAC +6% -14%
50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz
80 VA
SPS2/3 Autosampler
100-240 VAC
50 VA (SPS2)
50-60 Hz 1 Hz
75 VA (SPS3)
Zeeman version
GTA-110
4-2
VGA-77
100, 120, 220 or 240 VAC 10 %

230 VAC +14% -6%
230 VAC +6% -14%
49 61 Hz
24 VA
ETC-60
110 120, 220 240 VAC 10 %

50 or 60 Hz 3 %
550 VA max.
UltrAA lamp control

module
100, 120, 220 or 240 VAC 10 %
150 VA
230 VAC +14% -6%,

230 VAC +6% -14%
50-60 Hz 1 Hz
Personal computer
(external)
Consult the manufacturer
PC monitor
Printer
5BCMF
Electrical specifications for instruments.

** In normal operation, the Zeeman and GTA units will draw surge
currents in excess of the nominal rating. Power supplies to these units
must be isolated from other supplies to the system and should include
delayed action protection devices such as circuit breakers or motor
start fuses.
Surges in the Zeeman instrument occur in the "read" cycle during
atomization and may be up to 28 A for up to 10 seconds in any
1 to 2 minute period.
Surges in the GTA accessory depend on the choice of ramp rate and
programmed temperature and may be up to 35 A for approximately 1
second, reducing to about 20 A for up to 10 seconds, perhaps
repeating every 1 to 2 minutes.
4-3
Instrument & accessories
AA Instrument
GTA-110/120, Zeeman
Australia -00
10 A, 250 VAC
Complies with AS3112
Clipsal 439D15M
USA -01
Complies with NEMA 5-15P
Complies with NEMA L6-30P

(Hubbell #2621)
Canada 01
Complies with NEMA 5-15P
20 A, 250 VAC, Complies with

NEMA L6-20P (Hubbell #2321+)
Europe -02
Perena 3410 (Complies with CEE

7 Sheet VII or NFC 61.303)
Kaiser CEBEC 616 VDE

(Complies with DIN 49441R2)
Australia -00
General purpose 10 A 250 V

outlet (HPM 787, Clipsal 15)
Dedicated circuit, 15 A 250 V

outlet
(HPM 787/15, Clipsal 15/15
USA -01
To comply with NEMA 5-15R

(15 A supply) (Hubbell IG 5262)
To comply with NEMA L6-30R

(30 A supply) (Hubbell #2626)
Canada 01
To comply with NEMA 5-15R

(15 A supply) (Hubbell IG 5262)
20 A, 250 VAC, Complies with

NEMA L6-20R (Hubbell #2326+)
Europe -02
To comply with CEE 7 standard

No.7 Sheet VII, or Norma
Francais C61.303 Sheet V.A.
No standard known (Kaiser

CEBEC 702 type 31/131.5)
Power supply, current

rating and overload
protection
Between 5 and 20 A
Between 30 and 40 A
Power supply
Single phase
Single phase
Plug supplied
Type of wall socket required
5BCMFSpectrometer
4-4
power connections.
5.
Gas supplies
All gas supply installations must comply with rules and/or regulations
that are imposed by the local authorities responsible for the use of
compressed gas energy in the workplace. The following points should
be considered.
5.1
Storage of pressure cylinders

Cylinders containing gas under pressure should be firmly secured to a
rigid structure, and the storage area must be adequately ventilated.
Acetylene cylinders should always be stored and moved in an upright
position to avoid acetone saturation of the fibrous safety disc and
acetone contamination of the acetylene flow. Acetone contamination
will cause erratic analytical results and may damage the instrument.
Such damage is not covered by the instrument warranty.
Never locate gas cylinders near a source of ignition, or in a position
that is subject to direct heat. Gas storage cylinders often incorporate a
pressure release device which will discharge the gas at a
predetermined temperature, usually around 52 C (125 F).
If gases are to be plumbed from a remote storage area to the
instrument site, ensure that the local outlets are fitted with stop valves
and pressure gauges which are easily accessible to the instrument
operator. Stop valves must be rapid action shut off and should be
mounted near the side of the instrument, not behind it and never near
or above the sample compartment. The gas outlets must be provided
within 1.5 metres (5 feet) of the instrument.
If a pressure regulator is used at a local outlet, it is necessary to
ensure that its input pressure is always at least 40% greater than its
output pressure under all combinations of input pressure and gas
flow. The effect of supplying multiple instruments through long
supply pipelines must be taken into consideration.
5-1
5.2
Gas connection fittings

Gas fittings may vary among suppliers. If you have difficulty
obtaining the correct fittings for direct connection of gas supplies to
the spectrometer, please contact your Varian Sales and Service Office
for assistance.
5.3
Permitted gas supplies

Only three gases are specified for use in a flame instrument. They are
air, nitrous oxide and acetylene. Varian will not install a flame
instrument where other gases may be provided for connection to it.
The GTA accessory can use air or other gases as an alternate gas but
does not use nitrous oxide and acetylene.
In planning your gas reticulation scheme, please observe the following
points:
Warning
5-2
Never run rubber tubing through a wall or across a floor.
Never use rubber tubing outdoors.
Acetylene tubing must be stainless steel or black iron.
Use only refrigeration grade copper pipe for other gases

plumbing grade has oil and grease residues.
Do not cut off the factory-fitted hose connectors. These are

needed to connect to test equipment gas-handling jigs.
Their removal will cause extra expense during service calls.
Use only 3/8" tube or 1/2" pipe to minimize pressure drop.
Fit pressure gauges on a wall at the supply point, and ensure that
they are visible to the operator.
Place cut-off valves in a position that can be reached safely in

case of a fire.
Varian AA instruments are designed for flame operation with
acetylene and air, or acetylene and nitrous oxide, only.
The use of unspecified gases for flame operation of the
spectrometer is extremely hazardous. You will risk fire
and/or explosion, which could result in death or serious injury
to personnel, and damage to property.
Use only the specified gases and ensure that the installation
complies with the relevant rules and regulations as laid down
by the appropriate authorities in your region.
5.3.1
Diameters of gas lines

All gases should be supplied through gas lines with an internal
diameter no smaller than 6.4 mm.
5.4
Air supply
Quality
Permissible pressure range
Recommended pressure
Normal flow rate
Warning
Clean, dry, free of oil

245 to 455 kPa (35 to 65 psi)
350 kPa (50 psi)
13.5 to 20 litres per minute
Air enriched with oxygen, or pure oxygen, must NEVER be

used with a flame instrument as it will cause a flashback.
The instrument air hose is fitted with a US Standard Compressed Air

Connection, Female Union, Size 9/16" - 18 UNF. The hose is 1.8
metres (6 feet) long. Connection adaptors are supplied to suit different
locations as illustrated in figure 5.1.
The air supply must be regulated to maintain the instrument operating
pressure over the full range of normal flow rates. A dual stage
regulator should be used. This is most important for instruments with
programmable flow rates because a slow response from the regulator
may cause the instrument to shut down during a demand for
increased flow. A shutdown of this kind is safe and does not imply a
fault in the instrument, but will interrupt your work.
If you choose to use an air compressor, it must be installed in a
remote location where its intake is fed from a dry, dust and vapor free
environment. The control switch and pilot light should be mounted
close to the instrument.
Where the air supply is derived from a general purpose in-house
system or from a dedicated air compressor, a filter unit must be
installed. If your location has high humidity, the air supply should
include a dryer or condenser device.
5-3
'JHVSFAir
supply connection adaptors.
Part number
0110265400
0110265600
0110209300
9810006400
'JHVSFGas
5-4
Description
230 V 50 Hz Compressor with Air Service Unit
115 V 60 Hz Compressor with Air Service Unit
Air Service Unit (includes air filter, pressure
regulator and emergency air reservoir)
Air filter maintenance kit
supplies.
5.5
Nitrous oxide supply

Quality
Normal flow rate
Note
Instrument-grade, 99.5% pure

(minimum)
245 to 455 kPa (35 to 65 psi)
350 kPa (50 psi)
11 to 16 litres per minute
Instrument grade nitrous oxide must be used. If you choose to use

industrial grade, instrument performance is not guaranteed.
The instrument nitrous oxide hose is fitted with a US Standard Nitrous
Oxide Gas Connection, Female Union, Size 3/4" - 16 UNF. The hose is
1.8 metres (6 feet) long. Connection adaptors are supplied to suit
different locations as illustrated in Figure 5.3.
The nitrous oxide supply must be regulated to maintain the
instrument operating pressure over the full range of normal flow rates.
A dual stage regulator should be used. This is most important for
instruments with programmable flow rates because a slow response
from the regulator may cause the instrument to shut down during a
demand for increased flow. A shutdown of this kind is safe and does
not imply a fault in the instrument, but will interrupt your work.
Nitrous oxide is stored as a liquid. Evaporation across the regulator
may cause it to freeze at high flow rates. This can cause erratic flame
conditions and in extreme cases may cause a flashback. You can
purchase a preheater, which will prevent freezing. Your Varian Sales
and Service Office can advise you and can supply these devices:
Region
North America
Continental Europe
Description
Regulator with integral
thermostatted heater
Heater, for connection
between cylinder and
regulator
Part number
2759071000
5710007200
5-5
'JHVSFNitrous
5.6
oxide supply connection adaptors.
Acetylene supply
Quality
Normal flow rate
Packaging solvent
'JHVSFAcetylene
Instrument-grade, 99.0% pure

(minimum)
65 to 100 kPa (9.5 to 14.5 psi)
75 kPa (11 psi)
0 to 10 litres per minute
Acetone
supply connection adaptors.
The instrument acetylene hose is fitted with a US Standard Acetylene

Gas Connection, Female Union, Size 9/16" - 18 UNF, Left-hand
thread. The hose is 1.8 metres (6 feet) long. Connection adapters are
supplied to suit different locations as illustrated in Figure 5.4.
The acetylene supply must be regulated to maintain the instrument
operating pressure over the full range of normal flow rates. A dual
stage regulator should be used. This is most important for instruments
with programmable flow rates because a slow response from the
5-6
regulator may cause the instrument to shut down during a demand for
increased flow. A shutdown of this kind is safe and does not imply a
fault in the instrument, but will interrupt your work.
Acetone, the acetylene packaging solvent, can damage neoprene,
rubber and plastic components of the instrument. It can also absorb
ultraviolet light and may affect analytical performance. High levels of
acetone will reduce the flame temperature, which may affect
analytical results at many wavelengths. Acetone may be entrained in
the acetylene gas at low cylinder pressure.
Note
You must replace the cylinder when its pressure falls to 700 kPa
(100 psi) to prevent acetone from being entrained in the acetylene gas
and causing damage to the instrument. Acetone may also be entrained
if the flow rate exceeds 1/7th of the cylinder contents per hour. Your
supplier can advise you on an appropriately rated cylinder.
Instrument-grade acetylene is free of phosphorus, arsenic and sulphur
contaminants, which are residues of the acetylene generation process
(calcium carbide and water). Phosphine content is also minimized.
Phosphine contamination will depress calcium, strontium and barium
absorption signals. Broadband emission from phosphine combustion
products can interfere with sodium and potassium analysis.
Acetylene is unstable as a free gas under pressure and it should not be
piped at pressures exceeding 105 kPa (15 psi). Explosive acetylides
can form if acetylene contacts unalloyed copper, silver or mercury.
Warning
Never use copper tubing or tubing of alloys with more than

65% copper content. With these materials, copper acetylide
could be formed and there is the risk of spontaneous fire or
explosion.
Always use stainless steel, or black iron pipe for fixed supply
lines, and test for leaks at regular intervals. The installation of
acetylene gas must comply with the rules and regulations of
the relevant local, state and federal authorities.
5-7
5.7
Gas supplies for Graphite Tube Atomizers (both Zeeman and

non-Zeeman)
Argon, nitrogen and air are the only gases recommended for use with
a Varian GTA. Proprietary mixtures of argon or nitrogen containing
up to 5% hydrogen may be used. If your applications require other
gases, please contact your Varian Sales and Service Office.
NORMAL gas inlet quality
ALTERNATE gas inlet quality
Recommended pressure range

Maximum pressure
Normal flow rate (GTA-110)
Normal flow rate (GTA-120)
High purity argon, 99.99% pure

(minimum)
High purity nitrogen,
99.99% pure (minimum)
High purity nitrogen,
99.99% pure (minimum)
Air, clean, dry and free of oil
140 kPa to 200 kPa (20 to 30 psi)
350 kPa (50 psi)
0-3.5 litres per minute
0-0.3 litres per minute for Internal
flow plus separate external flow of
0.5 litres per minute. Additional
Boost flow of 3.0 litres per minute
during atomization and when
programmed temperature exceeds
400C.
The GTA control unit is fitted with standard barbed-tail adapters for
connection of gas supplies using reinforced plastic tubing (supplied) of
6 mm (1/4") internal diameter.
GTA gas supplies must be regulated to maintain the accessory
operating pressures over the full range of normal flow rates under
dynamic conditions. Dual stage regulators should be used.
5-8
5.8
Gas supplies for the Vapor Generation Accessory

Argon and nitrogen are the only gases recommended for use with the
Varian VGA. If your applications require other gases, please contact
your Varian Sales and Service Office.
Quality

Normal flow rate
High purity argon, 99.99% pure

(minimum) or High purity
nitrogen, 99.99% pure
(minimum)
300 to 400 kPa (43 to 57 psi)
300 kPa (43 psi)
0.05 to 0.1 litres per minute
The VGA is fitted with 6 mm (1/4") internal diameter reinforced

plastic hose for connection to a standard 6 mm (1/4") barbed-tail
connector.
VGA gas supplies must be regulated to maintain the accessory
operating pressure at its normal flow rate.
The VGA gas outlet should be fitted with a shut off valve to prevent
the loss of approximately 50 mL/min of inert gas when the VGA is
turned off.
5-9
5-10
6.
6.1
Supplementary information
Waste fluids
The Varian AA flame instrument only atomizes a small percentage of
the sample taken up. The excess liquids from the spray chamber must
be drained into a waste vessel. Suitable tubing is supplied with the
spectrometer for use with inorganic solvents. If you use organic
solvents, you will need different tubing, suitable for the solvent(s) of
choice. See section 6.2 below.
The Varian AA instrument also needs a drain or a sump for disposal
of waste liquid during rinse cycles when flame or furnace
autosamplers are used.
A chemically inert container, not glass and not narrow-necked, to
hold approximately two litres (4 pints) of waste must be provided by
the instrument user. It should be located underneath the sample
compartment (or on the right side of the spectrometer), where it is
protected by the bench and in full view of the operator.
6.2
Special arrangements for use with organic solvents

If organic solvents are used in a flame system, the following special
option fittings are recommended.
Item
Part number
Kit, O-rings (Organics)
9910091300
Tube, butyl, 9 mm i.d., 15 mm o.d. (1 m length)
3710011700
A suitable outlet for the liquid trap vent pipe must also be supplied. A
venting tube should be connected to the vapor vent (the upper nipple)
on the liquid trap when you are analyzing organic or toxic liquids.
This tubing should be led out from the sample compartment, parallel
to the drain tubing, and MUST slope downwards to enable any liquid
overflow to drain out and prevent the tubing from becoming blocked.
Do NOT lead the vapor tube to the waste vessel.
Please note the following points:
The venting tube cannot be routed upwards within the sample
compartment because the heat from the flame will melt it.
6-1
If organic vapors are vented to the exhaust system, they may be

ignited by the flame and so cause damage to the exhaust system.
Local environmental protection laws may prohibit toxic vapors from
being discharged in to the general atmosphere or into a working area.
If necessary, an active exhaust system should be used to draw away
toxic vapors and neutralize them. If you are not analyzing solutions
of a toxic nature, leave the vapor outlet on the spray chamber
uncovered.
6-2
7.
7.1
Water cooling system
General information
The Graphite Tube Atomizer must have a supply of cooling water to
remove heat from the furnace workhead.
Required flow rate
Maximum pressure
Recommended inlet temperature
Maximum temperature
1.5 litres per minute at 180 kPa

(27 psi)
200 kPa (30 psi)
18 to 25 C (64 to 70 F)
40 C (104 F)
Minimum temperature
10 C (50 F)
A suitable regulator is included in the GTA control unit. It will be

adjusted, if necessary, by the installing Customer Service
Representative. Pressure regulation is recommended for supplies which
may exceed the maximum permissible pressure.
The temperature of the furnace coolant is detected by an interlock
device which will stop operation if the cooling water reaches 40 C
(104 F). Where the ambient temperature is high or where a low
capacity water cooling system is used, you may need to include some
form of heat exchanger to maintain the recommended water inlet
temperature.
Provided that the flow rate can be maintained above 1.5 litres per
minute and there is no back pressure at the outlet, the cooling water
supply may be taken from an in-house domestic water system, if local
regulations permit.
7-1
An alternative is to install a small recirculating system, which should

have a tank capacity of at least 100 litres (22 Imperial gallons). The
tank should be covered to prevent contamination by dust and other
impurities and to minimize evaporation loss. Algicide should be used.
A heat exchanger may be necessary. Any such installation must be
capable of extracting 950 W at 20 C derated by 17% for 50 Hz
operation.
A refrigerated water cooler has the advantage of not needing a large
held volume of water. There are many types available. When choosing
a water cooler, check that the specifications meet the requirements of
the GTA.
Your local Varian office or representative may be able to supply a
suitable refrigerated water cooler for use with the Varian GTA.
Contact your local office or representative for details if required.
7-2
8.
Equipment on-site
Note
8.1
The Varian Customer Service Representative cannot start the

installation until the instrument is removed from its packing and
pallet and located on the intended workbench.
Insurance after delivery

As the carriers liability ceases when the equipment is delivered,
Varian recommends that you arrange separate insurance that will
cover transportation from the delivery point to the installation site.
The delivery point will vary according to the carrier, the shipping
method, and in some cases the terms of sale. Some carriers will only
deliver to their own distribution centre, while others may deliver to
your off-loading bay. Few will deliver to the actual installation site.
8.2
Transit damage
Transit damage can be obvious or concealed, and in either case will
only be admitted by the carrier if it is reported as agreed in the terms
of the carrier's agreement. For any claims against damage in transit,
the following general rules apply.
1.
Before accepting delivery, you should inspect the packages for

signs of obvious damage. The nature of any obvious damage
must be noted on the carriers way-bill, and then must be
countersigned by a representative of the carrier.
2.
Within the time limits stated in the terms of conditions of

carriage, a further inspection must be made for concealed
damage. If any damage is found at this stage, the carrier must be
notified in writing and all packaging material must be retained
for subsequent inspection by a representative of the carrier.
3.
A copy of any damage report must be forwarded to the Varian

Sales Office dealing with the supply of the equipment.
8-1
Varian instruments are inherently robust, and the packaging is

designed to prevent internal damage when shipped or handled in
accordance with the labels and warnings. However, it must be
remembered that the contents form part of a precision measuring
system and all packages should be handled accordingly. In transit,
sharp jolts and shocks must be avoided and the packages must not be
inverted, or tilted unnecessarily. Markings on the shipping cartons
generally indicate which side of the package should be kept at the top.
8.3
Warning
Many of the packages are large and heavy. To avoid injury to

personnel, or accidental damage to the equipment, always use
two or more people when lifting equipment into position.
Never attempt to lift packages alone.
Warning
To prevent death or personnel injury from accidental contact

with high voltages within the instrument, do not remove any
of the instrument covers. Do not connect the instrument to
the mains supply.
In-house transit routes

In-house transit routes must be carefully considered. Vertical,
horizontal and turning clearances should be calculated from the
shipping crate dimensions of the spectrometer, which is the largest
unit in any system arrangement.
Figure 8.1 provides an indication of the minimum turning clearance
and minimum door width required for the spectrometer in its shipping
crate.
8-2
'JHVSFMinimum clearance required for transportation in the

shipping crate (SpectrAA-50/55/110/220 and
Varian-AA140/240/280).
Carefully check the clearance of any doors in the transit route to the
laboratory. The required turning and door clearance may need to take
into consideration any lifting device used for transporting the
instrument (e.g. fork lift, pallet truck or trolley).
8-3
8-4
9.
Guidelines for software

installation
The following information assumes that you are working on a clean, empty
hard disk. If you have any other files on the PC hard disk, ensure you make
backups of these before continuing.
Note
9.1.1
Varian will not assume responsibility for loss of data files or third party
software.
Installing the Windows operating system

For instructions on installing the Windows operating system, please refer to
the Windows manuals supplied with the software. It is the responsibility of
the customer to ensure that Windows is installed on the PC if they are
supplying it.
9.1.2
Installing Varian SpectrAA software

For instructions on installation of Varian AA software please refer to the
Operation manual supplied with the instrument.
Varian SpectrAA BASE and PRO software requires Windows 2000 Service
pack 2, Windows NT 4 Service pack 6 or Windows XP PRO (Service pack
1) to operate properly. Windows 95/98/ME operating systems are no longer
supported.
Note
To ensure correct operation, the user installing Windows 2000/NT4/XP

must have Administrator privileges for correct installation of Varian AA
software.
9-1
9.1.3
Installing Varian SpectrAA 21CFR11 software

Varian SpectrAA 21CFR11 version software requires Windows 2000
Service pack 3 or Windows XP PRO (Service pack 1).
Varian SpectrAA 21CFR11 software should be installed by the System
Administrator and the System Administrator must be on-site during
installation of the Varian AA instrument.
Note
Varian SpectrAA 21CFR11 software requires either Varian SpectrAA Base or

PRO software to be installed prior to installation.
Note
21CFR11 version software requires the file system to be NTFS and not
FAT32. This is to be set up when installing the Windows operating system.
Note
To ensure correct operation, Windows 2000/Windows NT 4/Windows XP

users must have Administrator privileges for correct installation of Varian
AA software.
Refer to the "21 CFR Part 11 Electronic Records, Electronic Signatures
Compliance" manual or the 21CFR11 Assistant online Help supplied
with the 21CFR11 software for details on how to use the CFR
Assistant to configure the Windows operating system and for details
on setting up users and assigning user privileges.
9-2
10.
Operator training
Operator confidence when using atomic absorption instrumentation is

essential to obtain accurate and reliable results. The Varian Customer
Service Representative who installs your equipment will demonstrate
the basic operating procedures while conducting the installation
performance tests. The service representative is not necessarily
experienced in more complex analytical procedures and is not
authorized to conduct extended training. The controlling software
runs under the Microsoft NT4, 2000 or XP operating systems. The
service representative will explain elementary operations but is not
authorized to conduct extended training on the Windows operating
system.
Your operators will gain most from observing the installation and will
be more immediately productive if they have already been trained.
Varian recommends that you take advantage of special training
courses that are conducted at various locations by the Varian
Technical Support Organization.
In some locations, it may be possible to arrange for operator training
after the installation, using your own instrument. Please contact your
Varian Sales and Service Office if you would like to arrange this.
10-1
10-2
11.
11.1
Appendix
Weights and dimensions of SpectrAA-880/880Z and

GTA-100.
This information is provided to assist in the re-location of already
installed older SpectrAA instrument and accessories.
Spectrometer System unit
Width
Depth
Height
Weight
SpectrAA-880/880Z instrument only
1100 mm
(44")
600 mm
(24")
420 mm
(17")
90 kg
(200 lb)
SpectrAA-880/880Z instrument and

shipping box
1425 mm
(56")
800 mm
(31")
750 mm
(30")
110 kg
(240 lb)
SPS5 Sample Preparation System
525 mm
(21")
610 mm
(24.4")
570 mm
(22.8")
19 kg
(42 lb)
GTA100 Graphite Tube Atomizer

(workhead stowed)
530 mm
(21")
530 mm
(21")
400 mm
(16")
43 kg
(95 lb)
Shipping dimensions
1000 mm
710 mm
700 mm
71 kg
(40)
(28.4)
(28)
(156 lb)
440 mm
(18")
540 mm
(22")
300 mm
(12")
52 kg
1000 mm
710 mm
700 mm
79 kg
(40)
(28.4)
(28)
(174 lb)
305 mm
360 mm
310 mm
6.5 kg
(12.2)
(14.4)
(12.4)
(14 lb)
620 mm
420 mm
325 mm
11.5 kg
(24.8)
(16.8)
(13)
(25 lb)
Accessories
GTA100 Zeeman
Shipping dimensions
Autosampler PSD100
Shipping dimensions
(114 lb)
11-1
'JHVSFFront
'JHVSFTop
11-2
view of a SpectrAA-880 series instrument
view of a SpectrAA-880 series instrument
11.2

System unit
Required supply voltage
Rating
SpectrAA 880
100, 120, 220 or 240 VAC 10%

50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz
470 VA
SpectrAA 880Z
208, 220 or 240 VAC 10%

230 VAC +14% -6%
230 VAC +6% -14%
50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz
3500 VA **
GTA Accessory
208, 220 or 240 VAC 10%

230 VAC +14% -6%
230 VAC +6% -14%
50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz
3500 VA **
SPS5 Autosampler
100, 120, 220 or 240 VAC 10 %

230 VAC +14% -6%,
230 VAC +6% -14%
50 or 60 Hz 1 Hz
80 VA
Zeeman version
5BCMF
Electrical specifications for instruments.
11-3
11.3
In-house transit routes
'JHVSFMinimum
clearance required for transportation in the

shipping crate (SpectrAA-880/880Z).
11-4

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Varian AA systems

Publication date: October 2003

1.1 Installation guide

1.2 Recommended PC configurations

1.3 Warning and Caution messages

Suitable work area ...................................................................2-1

2.1 Environment control

2.3 Weights and dimensions

3.1 General information

3.2 Varian exhaust system

Electrical power supplies .........................................................4-1

4.1 General information

5.1 Storage of pressure cylinders

5.2 Gas connection fittings

5.3 Permitted gas supplies

5.4 Air supply

5.5 Nitrous oxide supply

5.6 Acetylene supply

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Supplementary information ....................................................6-1

6.1 Waste fluids

6.2 Special arrangements for use with organic solvents

Water cooling system .............................................................. 7-1

7.1 General information

Equipment on-site ................................................................... 8-1

8.1 Insurance after delivery

8.2 Transit damage

8.3 In-house transit routes

Guidelines for software installation........................................ 9-1

10. Operator training ................................................................... 10-1

11.2 Electrical power supplies

11.3 In-house transit routes

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This publication contains information that you need to enable you to

Basic customer training

We recommend a telephone outlet near the instrument. This will make

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Installation time will increase if Qualification services (IQ/OQ) are

required. Contact your local Varian customer service representative for

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Instrument delivered, unpacked and positioned on work bench

RAM size in MB:

Hard disk size in MB:

SIPS 10/20 Sample Introduction Pump System

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VGA-77 Vapor Generation Accessory

Type and model:

Water cooling/circulation system

21 CFR Part 11 Pre-installation requirements

All preparations have been completed in accordance with the

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Name ______________________________ Position ____________________________________

Preferred installation date _______________ Signature ___________________________________

Varian office card to be attached here.

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Warning and Caution messages

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Suitable work area

853 to 2133 m (2800 to

Company name and address _ _______________

Name Position ______

Preferred installation date _ Signature _____________________

'JHVSFFront view of a Varian-AA280 series instrument with

'JHVSFTop view of a Varian-AA280 series instrument, GTA-120