CEM Phoenix Black Owner's manual

Phoenix BLACK

Microwave Muffle Furnace

Manual

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Contents

Safety

Safety Notations 5

Introduction

About the Instrument 6

Intended Use 6

User Qualications 7

Important Safeguards

Instrument Safeguards 8

Instrument Overview

Front and Side View 9

Back and Side View 10

Cavity 11

Accessories 12

Software Overview

Software Icons 13

Home Screen 13

QuickTest 14

Methods 14

System Menu 14

System Installation

Unpack Instrument 17

System Setup 19

Ash a Sample

Load a Method 26

Load Samples 26

Remove Samples 28

Integrated Weighing Procedures

External Weighing Procedure (Wizard ON) 30

External Weighing Procedure (Wizard OFF) 35

Manual Weight Entry 40

Sample Size Guidelines

Phoenix BLACK 44

Phoenix BLACK AirWave 44

QuickTest

Parameters 45

Methods

Ash 46

Loss on Drying 47

Loss on Drying/Ash 49

Loss on Ignition 50

Residue on Ignition 52

Total Volatile/Fixed Residue 53

Edit Method 55

Copy Method 55

Delete Method 55

Export Method 55

Import Method 56

Users

Edit/Delete User 57

Auto Login 58

User Logs 58

Thermocouple

Thermocouple Installation 59

Thermocouple Removal 60

Furnace Temperature Calibration 61

External Balance (Optional)

Balance Connection 64

Balance Conguration 64

Software Setting 64

External Printer (Optional)

Printer Installation 66

Data Management

View, Print, and Export Data 67

Data Bridge 67

Data Search 68

Software Update

How to Update Software 69

Maintenance Overview

Monthly Maintenance 70

Annually 70

As Needed 70

Maintenance Procedures

Thermocouple Cleaning 71

Furnace Cleaning 71

Cavity & Exhaust Blower, Outlet and Hose Cleaning 72

Door, Seal and Interlock Inspection 73

Power Test 73

Troubleshooting

Problems and Possible Solutions 76

System Specifications

Location Requirements 77

Electrical Requirements 77

Compressed Air 78

Environmental Requirements 78

Warranty

Limited Warranty Information 79

Technical Assistance

Applications Support 81

Technical Support 81

Contact Information

CEM Corporation Headquarters 82

CEM International Subsidiaries 82

CEM Distributors 83

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Safety

Safety Notations

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

hazards. The safety alert words 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 correctly

followed, may result in improper instrument operation and/or instrument damage.

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

Surrounding surfaces are hot to the touch. To prevent the possibility of serious burns, use personal

protective equipment (PPE) as outlined in the user’s safety program. Metal tongs are recommended for

inserting and removing sample containers from the furnace.

6Introduction

Introduction

About the Instrument

The Phoenix BLACK™ and Phoenix BLACK AirWave™ microwave mufe furnace is a special purpose microwave

system designed for laboratory use in heating/ashing a wide range of materials. Its primary purpose is the rapid

oxidation of samples for the gravimetric determination of ash content (loss on ignition).

The Phoenix BLACK and Phoenix BLACK AirWave can be equipped with either a high temperature furnace or a high

capacity furnace. The high temperature furnace is for applications requiring temperatures up to 1200 ºC. It can

accommodate up to eight (8) CEM quartz ber crucibles. The high capacity furnace is for applications at or below

1000 ºC. It can accommodate up to fteen (15) CEM quartz ber crucibles.

This manual refers to Phoenix BLACK software version 1.10 for all software information, including screenshots and

technical information. Phoenix BLACK software version 1.10 or newer is required for operation.

Read and understand all documentation provided by the balance manufacturer, Mettler Toledo, before connecting

to or operating the balance.

Read and fully understand all documentation before operating the instrument.

Optional Configurations

The Phoenix BLACK AirWave channels volatile material from the ashing furnace chamber through a chimney in the

top of the ashing furnace chamber to the Air Amplied Exhaust System that contains no screens or moving parts.

Volatile material from the ashing furnace chamber escape through the chimney and into the exhaust system.

Residue collection on the outside of the ashing furnace and in the exhaust system is reduced to a manageable

level.

The Phoenix BLACK vapor scrubbing system can safely remove harmful fumes from the furnace cavity and

neutralize any residual acid exhausted (sulfur dioxide and nitric acid). The conguration meets ISO 14000

regulations and all requirements for USP 281 (ROI) & USP 733 (LOI). The quartz furnace ceiling assures sample

purity. USB data output provides CFR 21 part 11 compliance for output of data and any regulation specifying an

electrically heated mufe furnace, method details and date of completion.

Some specialty applications, such as carbon black quantication, require the ashing process to be completed in

the absence of oxygen. The Nitrogen Purge Option allows the mufe furnace insert to be lled with inert gas during

the ashing process.

Intended Use

WARNING

If the instrument is used in a manner not specied by CEM Corporation in this manual, then the protection

provided by the equipment may be impaired.

• The Phoenix BLACK and Phoenix BLACK Airwave have been designed and tested laboratory use in heating/ashing

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Introduction

a wide range of materials.

• Only use the device for applications that fall within the range of the intended use; otherwise, the protective and

safety equipment of the device could fail.

User Qualifications

WARNING

It is the owner’s responsibility to ensure all operators are sufciently trained in the correct and safe use of

the instrument.

Operators must have knowledge of chemistry and its rules. The user must:

• Have basic knowledge of heating/ashing samples.

• Have knowledge about the properties of the used solvents and their health risks.

• Is trained for the special tasks and activities in the laboratory and knows the relevant standards and regulations.

• Understand and carry out all the work described in the operating instruction on the instrument and recognize and

avoid possible dangers independently.

• Not be impaired by the consumption of drugs, alcohol or medication.

• Participate in the installation of the instrument and be trained by CEM Corporation or its authorized dealer.

8Important Safeguards

Important Safeguards

General guidelines for safe operation of the Phoenix BLACK are presented below and all specic safety messages

are located throughout the manual.

Instrument Safeguards

WARNING

Electrical shock hazard/Instrument damage. DO NOT connect unit to a line voltage other than specied.

WARNING

Electrical shock hazard/Instrument damage. Requires dedicated, grounded outlet.

WARNING

DO NOT position the instrument such that it is difcult to access the power connector. The power

connector of the instrument must be readily accessible for mains disconnection if needed.

WARNING

Replace fuses with fuses of the size and rating specied by the text adjacent to the fuse holder or in the

System Specications section of this manual.

WARNING

High voltages and microwave irradiation. Service can only be performed by an authorized CEM service

technician.

WARNING

Electrical shock hazard. DO NOT remove instrument covers. Only CEM authorized personnel are allowed to

remove instrument covers. Always disconnect the power cables before removing the instrument cover.

WARNING

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

WARNING

Do not operate the instrument in the presence of ammable gases or fumes.

WARNING

Proper precautions must be taken to avoid contact with solvent, acid or volatile fumes. Protective

gear should be worn as outlined in the user’s safety program for hazardous materials and the sample

manufacturer’s safety data sheet. Refer to these guidelines for proper handling and disposal.

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Instrument Overview

Front and Side View

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Item Description

1 Touch Screen Display Shows menus, method parameters, etc.

2 Door Handle Permits ease of opening instrument door

3 Speaker Audio for instrument

4 Furnace Door Cooling Plate Safe place for hot furnace door

5 CPU Board Cooling Fan Draws room air past the electronics

6Cooling Vent Air inlet for component cooling

7 USB Ports Data transfer and software/rmware update

8 Ethernet Port Data transfer

9 High Voltage Cooling Fan Draws room air past high voltage components

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

11 Fuses Prevent electrical power overload

12 Fuse Prevent electrical power overload for DC Isolator

10 Instrument Overview

Back and Side View

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Item Description

1 Primary Magnetron Fan Draws room air past primary magnetron

2 AirWave Connection Port DC power connection to AirWave solenoid

3Cooling Vent Air inlet for component cooling

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

ft3/minute)

5 Secondary Magnetron Fan Draws room air past secondary magnetron

6 Cavity Exhaust Outlet Exhausts fumes from the microwave cavity

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

8 High Voltage Cooling Fan Draws room air past high voltage components

9 Sulfate Ash Pump Connection

Port

AC power connection to pump

WARNING

DO NOT plug any component other than the AirWave solenoid wiring or Sulfated Ash plug into their

respective ports.

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Instrument Overview

Cavity

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Item Description

1 Furnace Location where samples are heated*

2 Furnace Door Permits access to furnace for loading/unloading samples

3Door Latch Arm Safety interlock actuator

4 Door Liner Aids in sealing microwaves inside cavity

5 Cavity Energy containment fro magnetron

Not Seen Picture

Thermocouple port Permits thermocouple access to furnace from top of instrument cavity

Infrared Safety Sensor Protects the instrument door from damage in the event that the furnace door is missing

*The high capacity furnace is shown. Additional furnaces are available.

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Accessories

A complete listing of parts, tools and accessories with part numbers and images can be found on the CEM website

(www.cem.com). Only use consumables and accessories purchased directly from CEM or through its authorized

dealer network.

Phoenix BLACK

• High temperature Furnace -standard Phoenix BLACK (P/N 307000)

• High capacity Furnace -standard Phoenix BLACK (P/N 307030)

• Thermocouple (P/N 271070)

• Thermocouple Wrench (P/N 301520)

• Quartz-Fiber Crucibles

• 20-mL Quart-Fiber Crucibles (P/N 303040)

• 50-mL Quartz-Fiber Crucibles (P/N 303060)

• 100-mL Quartz-Fiber Crucibles (P/N 303070)

• Gloves (P/N 302050)

• Crucible Marking Pen (P/N 302070)

• Furnace Door Cooling Plate (P/N 528085)

• Furnace Cooling Fan (P/N 928258)

• Stainless Steel Tongs (18”) (P/N 574005)

• High Capacity Nitrogen Purge Option (P/N 528315)

• High Temperature Nitrogen Purge Option (P/N 528320)

Phoenix BLACK AirWave

In addition to the “Phoenix BLACK” accessories:

• High temperature Furnace - AirWave/Sulfated Ash (P/N 307010)

• High capacity Furnace - AirWave/Sulfated Ash (P/N 307040)

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Software Overview

Software Icons

Icon Description Icon Description Icon Description

Advanced Import Save

Back Information Search

Copy Load Method System Menu

Delete Main Run Screen Tare

Edit New User Method

Export Print Weigh

Filter Queue

Home Revert

Home Screen

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

this screen: QuickTest, Methods, and System Menu.

• QuickTest allows the user to program a temperature and time for a one-time ashing procedure.

• Methods are created by the user or imported and can be recalled for future testing.

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

method.

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QuickTest

QuickTest permits entry of time and temperature parameters for a one-time ashing procedure. Procedures

performed with the QuickTest method cannot be saved in the instrument memory.

NOTE

An external balance is not compatible when using QuickTest.

Methods

Methods are created or imported by a user with administrative privileges and can be recalled for future use. Data

associated with a method can also be recalled if the method has not been edited. An external Mettler Toledo

balance is compatible with any of the methods. View the “External Balance (Optional)” for additional balance

details.

System Menu

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

software items and instrument functions.

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Software Overview

• Settings: Adjustable system settings necessary prior to running samples

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

version is released

• Users: Location for creating and deleting different user accounts, as well as reviewing user logs if necessary

• Information: System information including serial number, software version, contact information, etc.

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

Settings

• 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

• Scheduler: Runs a preprogrammed method at specied date and time. The scheduler is not available with

ramping methods and only one method can be assigned per day.

• Run: Adjustments to settings specic to each sample run including: sample ID format and test completion

indicators

CAUTION

For software version less than 1.10: The “Door Monitor” must always be enabled.

Tools

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

maneuver commonly used hardware

• Calibration: Calibration of the temperature and Power Test verication

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

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Users

• Settings: Turning ON/OFF auto-login requirements for users

• User Logs: Audit trail for tracking user movement within software

• Administrator: List of users are located beneath logs

Information

• System: Reference for serial number, software and rmware versions, and calibration dates

• Contact Us: Contact for CEM Headquarters and Subsidiaries

• Legal Notice: Legal information concerning the use and distribution of the instrument and other CEM products

• Software Notice: System notication pertaining to the software currently loaded on the system

Logout

• Displays the Logout screen

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System Installation

Unpack Instrument

1. View the “System Specication” section of this manual and select a location that meets requirements before

installing the 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 to request service information.

WARNING

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

Do not tamper with the instrument.

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

ing handles.

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

5. Carefully cut the tape on both sides of the inner box and lay the sides of the box at.

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6. Remove the foam from the instrument.

7. Leaving the plastic behind, use two people to lift the system, using the cutouts in the foam as hand place-

ment, and place onto the bench top.

WARNING

To avoid muscle strain or back injury, use lifting aids and proper lifting techniques when removing or

replacing.

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System Installation

8. Carefully remove the plastic securing the door and discard. Do not leave the plastic on or under the system.

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

System Setup

1. For Phoenix BLACK AirWave (ONLY): Install the airow amplier assembly as outlined below.

1.1. Using the two screws provided, install the mounting bracket on the back of the instrument cover.

1.2. Place the connector collar of the assembly on the exhaust outlet of the instrument and attach it with

the provided screws.

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1.3. Connect the solenoid wiring to the solenoid connector.

1.4. Connect the exhaust elbow to the airow amplier exhaust outlet and tighten the screw to secure the

elbow.

1.5. Connect the exhaust hose to the exhaust elbow and tighten the hose clamp securely. Place the open

end of the exhaust hose in a fume disposal mechanism.

1.6. Using an “M” style 1/4" quick disconnect socket hose coupling, connect a compressed air line to the

plug coupling of the airow amplier assembly. Maximum air pressure is 150 psi.

CAUTION

Air ow to the system must be on at all times during operation. The airow solenoid will automatically turn

air on when the “Start” key is pressed and temperature is great than 100 ºC. Air will automatically turn off

when the system is below 100 °C.

1.7. If necessary, unlock and adjust the pressure gauge (large black knob directly above the gauge) clock-

wise to raise the pressure or counterclockwise to decrease the pressure.

1.8. Lock the pressure gauge at 60 psi.

2. Standard Phoenix BLACK (ONLY): Connect the exhaust tubing to the exhaust output located on the back of the

system.

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