INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR MODEL S-4800 - Santa Clara …

1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL . FOR. MODEL S-4800 . FIELD EMISSION. SCANNING ELECTRON MICROSCOPE. Please read through this MANUAL carefully before using the instrument. Before using the instrument, read the safety instructions and precautions carefully. Keep this MANUAL in a safe place nearby so it can be referred to whenever needed. Copyright Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation. 2002. All rights reserved. Printed in Japan. Part No. 539-8050. NOTICE: 1. Information contained in this document is subject to change without notice for improvement.

2 2. This MANUAL is copyrighted by Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation with all rights reserved. No part of this MANUAL may be reproduced, transmitted or disclosed to a third party in any form or by any means without the express written permission of Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation. 3. Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation assumes no liability for any direct, indirect, or consequential damages arising from use not described in this MANUAL . Utmost care must be exercised when using the instrument. 4. This document does not provide any warranty or permission for industrial properties or any rights to grant license lawfully and without infringement.

3 FOREWORD. APPLICATION The S-4800 SEM utilizes electron beam accelerated at 500 V to 30 kV. The instrument is designed mainly for observation and evaluation of specimens prepared for observation using SEM. Note that Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation will not be responsible for injury or damage caused by usage of the instrument in a manner not described in this MANUAL . CAUTION The electron microscope need not conform to the Radiation Hazard Preventive Laws or Ionizing Radiation Hazard Preventive Regulations . currently in effect throughout the world, unlike the instruments designed to produce x-rays.

4 The suggestion made by the ICRP (International Committee on Radiation Hazard Prevention), however, clearly defines that the electron microscope, like the home television set, will potentially produce a certain amount of x-rays as an undesirable byproduct. From a safety viewpoint, therefore, it is essential to operate the instrument carefully taking into account the following fundamental precautions. (1) Use the instrument within the application range specified in the catalog or INSTRUCTION MANUAL . (2) Do not operate the instrument with covers or doors removed, nor use alternatives for these components.

5 (3) Do not apply modifications which may possibly result in deactivation of the built-in safety devices. CAUTION Viewing the screen of the computer monitor and/or operating the computer keyboard for prolonged, uninterrupted periods of time may result in fatigue or other problems such as eye strain or repetitive motion injuries. Therefore, Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation recommends that the user carefully consider these potential risks when establishing guidelines for proper use of this instrument in their workplace.

6 FOREWORD - 1. Before using the equipment, read this INSTRUCTION MANUAL and pertinent INSTRUCTION manuals of relevant accessories to assure proper operation of the equipment. Scope of INSTRUCTION MANUAL This INSTRUCTION MANUAL comprises the following: 1. Installation (Requirements and Items to be Prepared by User). 2. Function (Description of Controls). 3. Operation (Viewing Images, Saving Data, and Taking Photographs). 4. Maintenance (Procedures, Troubleshooting, and Action on Power Failure). 5. Replacement Parts 6.

7 Accessory Operation This INSTRUCTION MANUAL describes the operation, maintenance, and specific precautions pertinent to daily operation on the MODEL S-4800 scanning electron microscope. First, read and get familiar with the safety precautions described in the opening pages and General Safety Guidelines. FOREWORD - 2. GUARANTEE. Period of Guarantee The charge-free guarantee period is one year from the date of installation. Details of Guarantee (a) The instrument will be repaired free of charge if it malfunctions due to a defect in manufacture within the charge-free guarantee period.

8 (b) Note that a substitute part may be used for repair, or replacement with an equivalent product may be made instead of repair. (c) Such system components as a personal computer and printer which are frequently modified for improvement may not be available in original versions at the time of replacement. (d) Maintenance procedures are provided to allow system operation for 10 years after its delivery. During this period, the maintenance of units or parts having a rather short product cycle such as personal computer and printer may entail the purchase of substitute parts because of limits on the repair period of the former, for which we request your understanding.

9 Even when more than 10 years have elapsed after delivery, maintenance will basically be provided as long as the relevant units and parts are available. Exclusions from Guarantee The guarantee will not be valid for the following failures and/or cases even during the charge-free guarantee period. (a) Failure due to use in improperly installed condition. (b) Failure due to power supply voltage/frequency other than specified by Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation or due to power failure. (c) Corrosion or deterioration of the tubing due to impurities contained in gas, air or cooling water supplied by the customer.

10 (d) Corrosion of electric circuits or deterioration of optical elements due to corrosive gases or much dust contained in the atmosphere. (e) Failure due to disassembly, modification, parts replacement, or relocation not approved by Hitachi High-Technologies Corporation. (f) Consumables and parts having a limited period of guarantee. (g) Failure attributable to use of non-guaranteed parts (parts not described in the INSTRUCTION MANUAL ). (h) Failure due to acts of God, including fire, earthquake, storm, flood, lightning, social disturbance, riot, crime, insurrection, war (declared or undeclared), radioactive pollution, contamination with harmful substance, etc.