Specifications

1-2 Unpacking
SRS Residual Gas Analyzer
Unpacking
Before You Open the Box
1. To reduce the chance of contamination, do not remove the probe from its plastic
shipping container until moments before it is ready to be installed in the vacuum
system.
2. Avoid contaminating the RGA gauge. Follow good high vacuum practice. Set aside a
clean, dust free, work area next to the vacuum port before installation begins.
3. Please read and follow all installation instructions in this chapter to insure that the
optimum performance of the instrument is not compromised during the installation
process.
4. Do not power up the instrument until it is instructed in the installation procedure.
5. Take a moment at this time to read the CDEM Handling and Care section of the
RGA Maintenance chapter if your unit includes the electron multiplier option
(Option 01).
6. Do not operate the RGA if the pressure in the chamber is greater than 10
-4
Torr.
Consult Appendix B for information on Pressure Reduction Systems.
7. Read the General Operation chapter of this manual for an overview of the instrument
and its functions.
8. Inspect all components of the SRS RGA System upon unpacking. Report any
damage to Stanford Research Systems immediately. Compare the contents of the
shipping container with the Checklist below and report any discrepancies.
Checklist
Standard Equipment / Supplies
1. One RGA Probe (in sealed plastic container.)
2. One Electronics Control Unit box.
3. Compact Disk with RGA Windows software.
4. DB9-DB9 RS232 cable (25’ length).
5. Operating Manual and Programming Reference.
Accessories
1. Female DB-9 cable connector, with two wires for 24V power supply connection (not
provided with Option 02).
Optional Equipment
1. Option 01 Electron multiplier, with HVPS. Preinstalled at the factory.