CEM MARS 6 iWave Owner's manual

MARS 6 iWave

Microwave Digestion System

Manual

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Contents

Safety

Safety Notations 1

Introduction

About the Instrument 2

Important Safeguards

Microwave Safeguards 3

Instrument Safeguards 3

Compounds Unsuitable for Closed Vessel Microwave

Digestion 3

Instrument Overview

Front and Side View 5

Back and Side View 6

Cavity 7

Software Overview

Software Icons 8

Home Screen 9

Methods Screen (One Touch and Classic) 9

System Settings 10

System Installation

Unboxing 13

System Setup 15

Perform a Digestion

iPrep Vessel Series 19

EasyPrep Vessel Series 19

MARSXpress Vessel Series 19

MARSXpress Plus Vessel Series 19

Methods

One Touch Method Creation 20

Classic Method Creation 20

Edit Method 20

Delete Method 20

Export Method 21

Import Method 22

Users

Create User 23

Edit/Delete User 24

Auto Login 24

Password Conguration 25

Data Management

View, Print, and Export Data 26

Activity Log 27

MARS 6 Screenshot Capture 27

Calibrations

Temperature Verication (iWave Sensors) 29

Temperature Calibration (iWave Sensors) 30

Turntable Calibration 31

Power Test

Power Test 33

Printer (Optional)

Internal Printer 34

Software Update

How to Update Software 35

Routine Maintenance

After Every Use 36

Daily 36

Weekly 36

Annually 37

As Needed 37

Troubleshooting

Problems and Possible Solutions 38

System Specifications

Location Requirements 39

Electrical Requirements 39

Environmental Requirements 39

Glossary

Glossary 41

Warranty

Limited Warranty Information 42

Technical Assistance

Applications Support 44

Technical Support 44

Contact Information

CEM Corporation Headquarters 45

CEM International Subsidiaries 45

CEM Authorized Dealers 46

1

Safety

Safety Notations

This manual uses three safety alert words at points in the documentation where the user should be aware of

potential hazards. The safety alerts are shown in color-coded boxes. The three words – NOTE, CAUTION, and

WARNING – indicate differing levels of observation or action as described below:

NOTE

A NOTE is intended to provide emphasis on procedures that may be misinterpreted or overlooked, or to

clarify confusing situations.

CAUTION

A CAUTION is intended to provide essential information and to emphasize procedures that, if not strictly

followed, may result in improper instrument operation.

WARNING

A WARNING is intended to emphasize dangerous or hazardous conditions that may result in personal

injury to the user and/or damage or destruction of the instrument.

HOT

Surface is hot to the touch.

2Introduction

Introduction

About the Instrument

The Microwave Accelerated Reaction System, Model MARS 6™, is designed for laboratory use in digestion and

extraction. The multiple mode cavity enables the processing of multiple samples in a single run or large batch

reactions. The power output on this particular system is programmable up to 1800 watts and uses an advanced

feedback system to monitor and control the rate of heating of the sample(s) in the cavity.

This manual is intended for use by both novice and experienced users for the operation and maintenance of

the instrument. Additional information, including but not limited to: training notes and videos, application notes,

software updates, and parts can be viewed on CEM’s website at www.cem.com.

The MARS 6 iWave® is designed to be operated as outlined in this manual. The iPrep®, EasyPrep™,

MARSXpress™, and MARSXpress Plus vessel series are the only approved vessels for this system.

This manual refers to MARS 6 software version 1.50 for all software information, including screenshots and

technical information. MARS 6 software version 1.49 or newer is required for operation.

This manual contains proprietary information which shall not be reproduced or transferred to other documents or

disclosed to others without prior written permission from CEM Corporation.

Read and fully understand all documentation before operating the instrument.

3

Important Safeguards

General guidelines for safe operation of the MARS 6 iWave system are presented below and all specic safety

messages are located throughout the manual.

Proper precautions must be taken to avoid contact with acids or acid vapors. Protective gear should be worn as

outlined in the user’s safety program for hazardous materials and the acid manufacturer’s safety data sheet. Refer

to these guidelines for proper handling and disposal of the acids. Dispose of all waste in accordance with all

applicable local, state, and federal health and safety recommendations.

Microwave Safeguards

• Only use consumables, accessories, vessels and vessel components purchased directly from CEM or through its

authorized dealer network.

• Cover all solids in the reaction vessel with liquid.

• The minimum volume for the MARS 6 cavity is 10 mL of acid or 50 mL of water.

• Never exceed the maximum working volume of the vessel.

• Always distribute multiple vessels evenly around the turntable.

• If a run is stopped or paused for more than 30 seconds during the digestion, do not restart the method with hot

vessels.

• Allow vessels to cool to completion of the cool down time.

• Vent vessels and reseal.

• Restart method from the beginning.

• Allow vessels to cool to completion of the cool down time before opening the microwave door.

Instrument Safeguards

• Service can only be performed by an authorized CEM service technician. This instrument utilizes high voltages

and microwave radiation.

• DO NOT tamper with the instrument.

• DO NOT install the MARS 6 instrument inside of a fume hood. The exhaust hose must be connected and draw at

least 125 CFM at the point of connection at all times as it is essential for removing harmful gases away from the

instrument. Vapors should be vented into a fume hood by means of the exhaust hose only.

• If any damage to the instrument is noted, do not attempt instrument operation.

• Use only CEM specied vessels, consumables and accessories.

• Clean the temperature sensors as outlined in this manual.

Compounds Unsuitable for Closed Vessel Microwave Digestion

WARNING

CEM will not be responsible for damage to equipment and facilities or personal injuries resulting from

microwave digestion of samples that are deemed unsuitable for closed vessel microwave digestion.

Acid decomposition of certain chemical compounds or types of samples constitutes unreasonable, hazardous

misuse of CEM microwave digestion systems. The classes of compounds listed below are unsuitable for closed

4Important Safeguards

vessel microwave digestion because they are highly reactive with oxidizing acids and/or may become nitrated and

potentially explosive. Absence of a particular chemical compound from this list does not imply microwave acid

decomposition of such a sample is safe under all conditions.

• Explosives (TNT, Nitrocellulose, etc.)

• Propellants (Hydrazine, Ammonium Perchlorate, etc.)

• Pyrophoric chemicals

• Hypergolic mixtures (Nitric Acid and Phenol, Nitric Acid and Triethylamine, Nitric Acid and Acetone, etc.)

• Animal Fats (Esters of glycerol capable of nitration and the formation of nitroglycerin or other nitrated organic

compounds)

• Aviation Fuels (JP-1, etc.)

• Acetylides

• Glycols (Ethylene Glycol, Propylene Glycol, etc.)

• Perchlorates (Ammonium, Potassium, etc.)

• Ethers (Cellosolve - Ethylene Glycol Phenyl Ether, etc.)

• Lacquers

• Alkanes (Butane, Hexane, etc.)

• Ketones (Acetone, Methyl Ethyl Ketone, etc.) and Alcohols (Methanol, etc.)

5

Instrument Overview

Front and Side View

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Item Description

1 Touch Screen Display Shows menus, method parameters, etc. Includes 86 dB speakers

2 Door Handle Permits ease of opening instrument door

3 Internal Printer (optional) Permits printing of method parameters, graphs and/or method data

4 Cooling Fan Draws room air past the electronics

5Communication Access Permits access to USB, Ethernet, and RS232 ports

6 Fuses Prevent electrical power overload

7 Power Switch Turns AC power on and off to the instrument

6Instrument Overview

Back and Side View

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2

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Item Description

1 Power Cord Receptacle Receives the female end of the power cord

2 Cavity Exhaust Outlet Exhausts fumes from the microwave cavity

3 Cavity Exhaust Blower Directs air from the microwave cavity to the exhaust outlet at the rate of 3.6 m3/minute (125

ft3/minute)

4 External Sensor Port Permits interface of optional instrument features

5 Cooling Fan Draws room air past the electronics

6 Nameplate Lists model, serial number, operating voltage, frequency, and current draw

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Instrument Overview

Cavity

Fluoropolymer-coated microwave cavity.

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2

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Item Description

1 Door Seal Ensures tight t between door and interior cavity of the MARS 6 to prevent microwave

leakage

2 Waveguide Covers Evenly distribute microwaves into instrument cavity

3 Turntable Drive Lug Allows the turntable drive shaft to pass through the cavity oor and engage the

Turntable

4 Floor Mat Protects the Teon Coating on the Floor of the Mars 6 Cavity

5 Door Inerlock 3 door safety interlocks and an interlock monitoring system to prevent microwave emission

when the door is open

* Temperature Sensors Measures temperature

* Turntable Sensor Detects type of turntable

* Vessel Counting Sensor Counts number of vessels in the turntable

*Not visible in photo: Temperature sensors, turntable sensor & vessel counting sensor

8Software Overview

Software Overview

Software Icons

Icon Description Icon Description Icon Description

Add Stage Home Run

Back Information Save

Blower Import Screen Context

Menu

Delete iWave System Settings

Done New Temperature

Edit Power Turntable

Export Print

Filter Remove Stage

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Software Overview

Home Screen

The Home screen is the rst screen that appears when the system is turned on. Three areas are accessible from

this screen: One Touch® Methods, Classic Methods, and System Settings.

• One Touch Methods are methods created and optimized by CEM for a variety of sample types in an effort to

reduce method development time required of user. These methods cannot be edited, but they can be copied and

the copy can be edited.

• Classic Methods are created by the user and can be edited at any time. These methods are typically for users

with unique or specialized products that do not have an appropriate One Touch Method. User Methods can be

imported from another instrument.

• The System Settings icon provides access to any functionality that does not directly involve creating or running a

method.

Methods Screen (One Touch and Classic)

After choosing either the One Touch Methods (left) or Classic Methods (right), the method library will appear.

NOTE

A blue avatar will appear for user-created methods.

10 Software Overview

System Settings

The following is a basic review of each section of the System Settings to be used as a quick guide for locating

software items and instrument functions.

• Tools: Calibration and Diagnostic tools to ensure proper system functionality and software update when a new

version is released

• Settings: Adjustable system settings necessary prior to running samples, system information including serial

number, software version, contact information, etc., and users

• Video: Visual display to ensure proper system handling and usage

• Logout: Protects the current user’s access or prevent unauthorized actions on the current login session

Tools

• System: Views hardware stats

• Diagnostics: A listing of real-time readings directly related to unit functionality and the option to manually

maneuver commonly used hardware

• Power: Allows user to verify power output

• iWave: Temperature sensor calibration

• Turntable: Allows user to determine alignment

• Activity Log: Audit trail for tracking user movement within software, including system and method editing

• Update Manager: Used for updating software when a new version is released

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Software Overview

Settings

• General: Views system information, service records, and CEM information

• System: Instrument settings for the audio and visual selections for the individual user

• Localization: Regional adjustments, including language and the preferred date and time format

• Date/Time: Location for setting the correct date and time

• Users: Manage users, passwords, and log-in preferences

• Run: Adjustments to settings specic to each sample run including: data output, vessel cool down, and turntable

positioning

• Method: Parameter increments for method programming

• Sensors: Calibrations and readings for sensors and exhaust sensor selection

• Printing: Install and view printer

• Networking: Connect instrument to network

Video

• Videos to help with system operation

12 Software Overview

Logout

• Displays logout screen

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System Installation

Unboxing

1. View the Site Preparation Guide (P/N FM0050) and select a location that meets requirements before installing

the MARS 6 iWave instrument.

2. Carefully inspect the shipping carton, the instrument, and accessories for any damage that may have occurred

during shipping. If the instrument or accessories have damage, contact the freight carrier to report the damage

and le a damage report. Contact your CEM Representative for assistance.

WARNING

If any damage to the instrument is noted, do not attempt instrument operation.

3. Pull plastic tab, swing handle open, and remove the plastic assembly from box. Repeat process on the remain-

ing handles.

4. Use top handles to pull up and remove outer box.

5. Carefully cut the tape on both sides of the inner box.

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6. Lay the sides of the box at and remove the foam from the top of the system.

7. Lift the system, from the sides, onto bench top near exhaust service (two people required). Do not place the

system in a fume hood.

8. Remove the plastic and discard. Do not leave the plastic under the system.

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System Installation

remove plastic & lifting

device before using

9. Remove the box from inside of the system cavity. Write down the serial number located on the nameplate on

the back left side of the system.

10. Retain all packing material for use if returning the instrument to the manufacturer for service.

System Setup

1. Connect the exhaust hose to back of the system.

2. Connect the opposite end of the exhaust hose to a fume hood that pulls a minimum of 125 CFM at point of

connection.

3. Plug power cord into the system and a dedicated, grounded outlet. The instrument is supplied with a power

cord, but an adequately rated power cord may be used.

16 System Installation

4. Position the instrument so the door is facing forward and so there is open space to access the power switch.

5. Locate the power switch on the right side of the instrument, and position it in the ON position.

6. When the system is rst powered on during the install, a “Line Voltage” message will appear.

7. Determine the line voltage from outlet.

• 60 Hz, 208 V or 230 V

• 50 Hz, 200 V, 220 V, or 240 V

8. Set the line voltage.

8.1. Select the System Settings icon in the bottom right corner of the screen.

8.2. Select Settings.

8.3. Select System.

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