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Perform a background measurement

The system requires a background spectrum for measurements with the Affirma Flow-Through Transmission Lubricant Analysis System, updated every 2 hours of continuous use. Remove the flow-through cell, select the Background FTRN workflow in OMNIC Paradigm software Operator mode, and follow the instructions to complete the background measurement.

The system requires a background spectrum for making measurements with the Affirma The Flow-Through Transmission Lubricant Analysis System. The background should be updated after 2 hours of continuous use.

To perform a background measurement
  1. Remove the flow-through cell from the spectrometer sample compartment. (You can leave the baseplate and sample holder installed.)
  2. In OMNIC Paradigm software Operator mode, select the FTRN Setup category and then select the Background FTRN workflow.
  3. Follow the instructions in the workflow to complete the background measurement.

When the background measurement is completed, follow the instructions in the next section to run the calibration check.

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