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Dionex ICS-3000 Operator's Manual

ICS-3000 Ion Chromatography System
Operator's Manual
Document No. 065031
Revision 04
January 2008
© 2008 by Dionex Corporation All rights reserved worldwide. Printed in the United States of America.
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PRINTING HISTORY
Revision 01, May 2005 Revision 02, July 2006 Revision 03, September 2006 Revision 04, January 2008
1 • Introduction
1.1 ICS-3000 System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1.1 ICS-3000 System Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.1.2 ICS-3000 System Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
1.2 ICS-3000 System Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.3 The ICS-3000 System Operator’s Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.3.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.3.2 Safety Messages and Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
1.4 Safety and Regulatory Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
1.4.1 Safety Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Contents

2•Description
DP/SP Description
2.1 DP/SP Front Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
2.2 DP/SP Interior Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
2.2.1 Pump Heads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.2.2 Pressure Transducer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.2.3 Proportioning Valves (Gradient pump only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.2.4 Vacuum Degassing Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.2.5 Piston Seal Wash System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2.2.6 Static Mixer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
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2.3 DP/SP Flow Schematics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
2.3.1 Isocratic Pump Flow Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
2.3.2 Gradient Pump Flow Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
2.4 DP/SP Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
2.5 Eluent Reservoirs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
2.6 EO (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
EG Description
2.7 EG Front Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
2.8 EG Interior Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
2.9 EG Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
2.10 EG Flow Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
DC Description
2.11 DC Front Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
2.12 DC Interior Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
2.13 DC Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
2.14 Injection Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
2.14.1 Injection Valve Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
2.14.2 Injection Valve Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
2.15 CD Conductivity Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
2.15.1 Heated Conductivity Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
2.15.2 Suppressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
2.15.3 System Flow Schematic for Conductivity Detection . . . . . . . .56
2.16 ED Electrochemical Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
2.16.1 Amperometry Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
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2.16.2 Combination pH–Ag/AgCl Reference Electrode . . . . . . . . . . . 58
2.16.3 DC Amperometric Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
2.16.4 Integrated and Pulsed Amperometric Detection . . . . . . . . . . . 61
2.16.5 Cyclic Voltammetry Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
2.16.6 Waveforms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
2.16.7 Storing and Reprocessing Amperometry Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
2.17 Automation Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
2.17.1 High-Pressure Switching Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
2.17.2 Low-Pressure Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
2.17.3 High- and Low-Pressure Valve Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
2.17.4 RCH-1 Reaction Coil Heater . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
2.18 I/O Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
2.18.1 I/O Option Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
2.18.2 Analog Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
2.18.3 Power, Relay, and TTL Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
2.18.4 TTL Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
TC Description
2.19 TC Front Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
2.20 TC Interior Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
2.21 TC Rear Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
2.22 Injection Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
2.22.1 Injection Valve Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
2.22.2 Injection Valve Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
2.23 Column Identification (ID) System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
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2.24 Gas and Humidity Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102
2.25 Theory of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103
2.25.1 Predictive Performance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
3 • Configurations
3.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
4•Startup
4.1 Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
4.1.1 EG Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
4.1.2 ED Amperometry Cell Operating Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . .115
4.2 System Startup Checklist . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118
4.3 Preparing Samples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
4.3.1 Collecting and Storing Samples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
4.3.2 Pretreating Samples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119
4.3.3 Diluting Samples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120
4.3.4 Fill the Autosampler Vials and Load the Sample Tray . . . . . .120
DP/SP Startup
4.4 Set Up the Eluent Reservoirs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123
4.5 Set Up the Piston Seal Wash System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124
4.6 Start the Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
EG Startup
4.7 Setting the Eluent Concentration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131
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DC Startup
4.8 Start the DC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135
4.9 Equilibrate the System and Verify Operational Readiness . . . . . . . . . 136
TC Startup
4.10 Start the TC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 137
4.11 Equilibrate the System and Verify Operational Readiness . . . . . . . . . 138
5 • Operation
5.1 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139
5.2 Loading Samples with an Autosampler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
5.3 Loading Samples with a Syringe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140
5.3.1 Loading Samples with a Syringe (Push Method) . . . . . . . . . . 141
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5.3.2 Loading Samples with a Vacuum Syringe (Pull Method) . . . 143
5.4 Example Commands for Loading and Injecting Samples . . . . . . . . . . 144
5.4.1 Commands for an AS Autosampler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
5.4.2 Commands for an AS40 Autosampler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 144
5.4.3 Commands for a Remote Inject Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145
5.5 Manual Sample Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 146
5.5.1 Saving Manual Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
5.6 Automatic (Batch) Sample Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 147
5.6.1 Creating a New Sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 148
5.6.2 Starting Batch Sample Processing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149
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6 • Shutdown
DP/SP Shutdown
EG Shutdown
6.1 Short-term Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153
6.2 Long-term Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153
DC Shutdown
6.3 Consumables Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155
6.4 Amperometry Cell Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155
6.4.1 Short-term Storage of the Amperometry Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . .155
6.4.2 Long-term Storage of the Amperometry Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . .155
TC Shutdown
6.5 Consumables Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157
6.6 Short-term Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157
6.7 Long-term Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157
7 • Maintenance
7.1 System Maintenance Checklists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159
7.1.1 Daily Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159
7.1.2 Weekly Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .159
7.1.3 Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160
7.1.4 Annual Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160
DP/SP Routine Maintenance
7.2 DP/SP Daily Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .161
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7.3 DP/SP Weekly Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161
7.4 DP/SP Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
7.5 DP/SP Annual Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 162
EG Routine Maintenance
7.6 EG Daily Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
7.7 EG Weekly Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
7.8 EG Annual Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 163
DC Routine Maintenance
7.9 DC Daily Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
7.10 DC Weekly Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
7.11 DC Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 165
7.12 DC Annual Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 166
TC Routine Maintenance
7.13 TC Daily Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
7.14 TC Weekly Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 167
7.15 TC Periodic Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
7.16 TC Annual Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168
8 • Troubleshooting
8.1 Audit Trail Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169
8.1.1 DP/SP Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 170
8.1.2 EG Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 171
8.1.3 DC Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 172
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8.1.4 TC Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173
8.2 Noisy Baseline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178
8.3 Poor Retention Time Reproducibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181
8.4 Peak Retention Times Are Too Early . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183
8.5 Peak Retention Times Are Too Late . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183
8.6 No Peaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .183
8.7 Tailing Peaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185
8.8 Low System Backpressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185
8.9 High System Backpressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186
8.10 Low Detector Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .186
8.11 High Background . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187
DP/SP Troubleshooting
8.12 Troubleshooting DP/SP Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189
8.13 DP/SP Does Not Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197
8.14 DP/SP Stops . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
8.15 DP/SP Liquid Leaks/Leak Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
8.16 Vacuum Degassing Module Low Vacuum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
8.17 Vacuum Degassing Module Does Not Run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
8.18 DP/SP Digital I/O Port Inoperative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .201
EG Troubleshooting
8.19 Troubleshooting EG Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .203
8.20 EG ALARM LED Is Lighted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
8.21 EG POWER LED Fails to Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208
8.22 Liquid Leaks in the EG . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208
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8.23 No Flow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 209
8.24 EG Stops Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210
DC Troubleshooting
8.25 Troubleshooting DC Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 213
8.26 Liquid Leaks from DC Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
8.27 VALVE Button Not Working . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
8.28 Amperometry Cell Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
8.28.1 Amperometry Cell pH Readout Always 7.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
8.28.2 Cannot Set Amperometry Cell pH Readout to 7.0 . . . . . . . . . 224
8.28.3 Shift in Amperometry Cell pH Readout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 224
8.28.4 No Amperometry Cell pH Readout or Intermittent Readout . 225
8.28.5 Leak in pH Reference Electrode Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . 225
8.28.6 Shift in Ag/AgCl Reference Potential . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
TC Troubleshooting
8.29 Troubleshooting TC Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
8.30 TC ALARM LED Is Lighted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
8.31 Liquid Leaks from TC Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 253
8.32 TC Temperature Does Not Increase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 254
8.33 TC Temperature Stabilizer Not Operating Properly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 255
9•Service
DP/SP Service
9.1 Replacing Tubing and Fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 257
9.2 Cleaning Eluent Reservoirs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 258
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9.3 Priming the DP/SP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .259
9.3.1 Priming with the
PUMP PRIME Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .259
9.3.2 Priming from the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .261
9.4 Replacing the Check Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .262
9.5 Replacing a Piston Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .265
9.5.1 Removing the Pump Head and Piston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .265
9.5.2 Cleaning the Piston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .268
9.5.3 Removing the Main Piston Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .268
9.5.4 Removing the Piston Seal Wash Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .269
9.5.5 Installing the Piston Seals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .269
9.5.6 Reinstalling the Piston and Pump Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .270
9.6 Replacing the Piston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .271
9.6.1 Removing the Pump Head and Piston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .271
9.6.2 Installing the New Piston . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .273
9.6.3 Reinstalling the Pump Head . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .273
9.7 Replacing the Piston Seal Wash Tubing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .274
9.8 Replacing the DP/SP Priming Valve Knob Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .276
9.9 Changing the DP/SP Main Power Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .278
EG Service
9.10 Replacing Tubing and Fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .281
9.11 Isolating a Restriction in the Liquid Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .282
9.12 Replacing the EluGen Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .282
9.12.1 EG Flow Schematic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .283
9.12.2 Removing the Old EluGen Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .284
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9.12.3 Disposing of the Old EluGen Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
9.12.4 Installing the New EluGen Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 286
9.12.5 Conditioning the New EluGen Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 288
9.12.6 Completing the EluGen Cartridge Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . 289
9.13 Replacing the CR-TC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
9.13.1 Removing the Old CR-TC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290
9.13.2 Installing and Hydrating the New CR-TC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 291
9.13.3 Completing the New CR-TC Plumbing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 292
9.14 Replacing the RFIC Eluent Degasser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 294
9.15 Installing a Backpressure Coil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 295
9.16 Changing the EG Main Power Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 296
DC Service
9.17 Replacing Tubing and Fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 297
9.18 Replacing the Leak Sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 298
9.19 Rebuilding a High-Pressure (Injection) Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300
9.20 Replacing a High-Pressure (Injection) Valve Pod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 302
9.21 Installing or Replacing an I/O Option Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 305
9.22 Changing the DC Main Power Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 307
9.23 CD Service Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
9.23.1 Calibrating the CD Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 308
9.23.2 Replacing a Suppressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 309
9.23.3 Replacing a CD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 311
9.23.4 Removing Trapped Air from the Conductivity Cell . . . . . . . 312
9.24 ED Service Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 313
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9.24.1 Disconnecting the Amperometry Cell . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .313
9.24.2 Replacing an Amperometry Cell Gasket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .314
9.24.3 Polishing an Amperometry Cell Working Electrode . . . . . . . .317
9.24.4 Replacing an Amperometry Cell Reference Electrode . . . . . .320
9.24.5 Calibrating the Reference Electrode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .322
9.24.6 Replacing the Reference Electrode O-Ring . . . . . . . . . . . . . .324
9.24.7 Replacing an ED Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .326
TC Service
9.25 Replacing Tubing and Fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .327
9.26 Setting Up the Column ID System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .328
9.27 Rebuilding an Injection Valve . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .330
9.28 Replacing an Injection Valve Pod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .331
9.29 Changing the Main Power Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .334
A • Specifications
DP/SP Specifications
A.1 Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335
A.2 Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335
A.3 Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .335
A.4 Hydraulics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .336
A.5 Computer Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .337
A.6 I/O Interfaces and Inputs/Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .337
EG Specifications
A.7 Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .339
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A.8 Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
A.9 Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 339
A.10 EluGen Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 340
DC Specifications
A.11 Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
A.12 Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
A.13 Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 341
A.14 Lower Compartment Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342
A.15 Temperature Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342
A.15.1 Upper Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 342
A.15.2 Lower Compartment (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
A.16 ICS-3000 Automation Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
A.16.1 RCH-1 Reaction Coil Heater. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
A.16.2 Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 343
A.17 ICS-3000 Conductivity Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344
A.18 ICS-3000 Electrochemical Detector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 345
TC Specifications
A.19 Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
A.20 Environmental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
A.21 Physical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 347
A.22 Thermal Compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 348
B • Reordering Information
DP/SP Reordering Information
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EG Reordering Information
DC Reordering Information
TC Reordering Information
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1.1 ICS-3000 System Overview

1 • Introduction
Chromeleon®/Chromeleon
Xpress Monitor
ICS-3000 Eluent
Organizer
AS Autosampler
ICS-3000 Dual
ICS-3000
Detector/Chromatography
Module
Pump
ICS-3000 Eluent
Generator
Figure 1-1. ICS-3000 System for Dual-Analysis RFIC
The Dionex ICS-3000 Ion Chromatography System offers a full range of Reagent-
™ IC (RFIC™) components. RFIC combines automated eluent generation
Free and self-regenerating suppression to make IC easier and more powerful than ever
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before. It is no longer necessary to spend time preparing eluents and regenerants. All you need is deionized water—the IC system automatically generates eluent in the exact amount and concentration needed for your application, ensuring superior analytical results.
The dual-analysis capabilities (both simultaneous and sequential) of the ICS-3000 system let you maximize efficiency and throughput and minimize downtime. The modular system design lets you quickly configure and customize hardware.

1.1.1 ICS-3000 System Components

The table below identifies modules in the ICS-3000 product line, as well as additional products that can be added to an ICS-3000 system. Refer to the page number indicated here for a brief product overview.
Product Type Product Name
Pump
Detector/Chromatography Compartment
Detector (inside DC)
Accessory (inside DC)
Detector (outside DC)
Thermal Compartment
Eluent Generator
Eluent Organizer
ICS-3000 Dual Pump (see page 3)
ICS-3000 Single Pump (see page 3
ICS-3000 Detector/Chromatography Module (see page 3
ICS-3000 Conductivity Detector (see
page 4
)
ICS-3000 Electrochemical Detector (see
page 4
)
ICS-3000 Automation Manager (see
page 4
)
ICS-Series Photodiode Array Detector (see
page 7
)
ICS-Series Variable Wavelength Detector (see page 7
ICS-3000 Thermal Compartment (see
page 4
ICS-3000 Eluent Generator (see page 5)
ICS-3000 Eluent Organizer (see page 5)
)
)
)
)
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Autosampler
Mass Spectrometer
ICS-3000 Dual Pump (DP) and ICS-3000 Single Pump (SP)
AS Autosampler (see page 6)
AS40 Automated Sampler (see page 7
MSQ Plus™ (see page 8)
)
With flow rates ranging from 0.001 to 10.0 mL/min and operating pressures up to 35 MPa (5000 psi), the DP/SP is designed for both standard bore and microbore applications. The pump’s patented isokinetic pre-compression phase allows a precise, almost pulse-free flow.
The SP contains one isocratic pump or one gradient pump. The DP contains two gradient pumps, two isocratic pumps, or one isocratic pump and one gradient pump.
The isocratic pump delivers one eluent, while the gradient pump can deliver gradient mixtures of up to four eluent components. The selected eluent composition can be delivered as isocratic, isocratic proportioned, linear ramp, step, curved, or any combination of these.
With a DP, the second pump can be operated as a second-channel chromatography pump, an auxiliary dependent pump, or an auxiliary independent pump.
ICS-3000 Detector/Chromatography Module (DC)
The DC provides a temperature-controlled environment for ICS-3000 chromatography components. The DC can accommodate components for two channels, plumbed either serially or in parallel.
The following components may be installed in the DC:
• Conductivity detector
• Electrochemical detector
• Injection valves
• Switching valves
• Guard and separator columns
• Suppressors
• ICS-3000 Automation Manager
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ICS-3000 Conductivity Detector (CD)
The CD is a modular detector with integrated cell providing dual detection capabilities (series or parallel). The CD has a signal range up to 15,000 The CD is installed in the upper compartment of the DC.
ICS-3000 Electrochemical Detector (ED)
The ED is a modular detector and cell with dual-detection capabilities (series or parallel). The ED supports multiple waveforms, multiple integration times, and post-analysis data manipulation. The ED is also capable of providing 3D amperometry data. The ED cell can be configured with gold, silver, platinum, or glassy carbon working electrodes. The ED is installed in the upper compartment of the DC.
ICS-3000 Automation Manager (AM)
The AM consists of a component mounting panel on a base tray. The AM provides mounting sites for sample preparation and post-column application components: high-pressure (switching) valves, low-pressure (solenoid) valves, reaction coils, etc. The AM is installed in the upper compartment of the DC, above the detector.
μS and supports high background, nonsuppressed applications.
ICS-3000 Thermal Compartment (TC)
The TC provides a temperature-controlled environment for ICS-3000 chromatography components. The TC is intended for applications that do not require conductivity or electrochemical detection.
The TC is available in four configurations:
• With one 2-position, 6-port high-pressure injection valve
• With two 2-position, 6-port high-pressure injection valves
• With one 2-position, 6-port high-pressure injection valve and one 2-
position, 10-port high-pressure injection valve
• With no injection valves
An optional temperature stabilizer (standard bore, P/N 064548; microbore, P/N 064650) can be installed inside the TC, if necessary. The temperature stabilizer brings the eluent to the column temperature before it enters the column.
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ICS-3000 Eluent Generator (EG)
The EG generates high purity acid or base eluents online from deionized water. The EG can be configured for single- or dual-channel operation. Each channel includes:
• A high precision programmable current source (power supply)
• A high pressure gas removal device that removes electrolysis gases
created during eluent generation
The following options must be ordered separately for installation inside the EG:
• A disposable EluGen® cartridge to generate eluent. Each cartridge
contains 900 mL of the appropriate electrolyte concentrate solution.
• A Continuously Regenerated Trap Column (CR-TC) to remove any
extraneous contaminants from the deionized water source. The CR­TC is electrolytically-regenerated, which allows it to operate for extended periods without chemical regeneration.
ICS-3000 Eluent Organizer (EO)
The EO holds eluent reservoirs in a liner that contains spills and leaks. Up to two EOs can be installed on top of the DC. Each EO accommodates up to four 1-liter or 2-liter reservoirs or up to two 4-liter reservoirs. The EO is typically ordered configured with four 2-liter reservoirs (P/N 062629).
All eluent reservoirs available for use with the DP/SP can be pressurized. If you plan to pressurize the eluent reservoirs, the optional EO Regulator Accessory and Stand (P/N 063493) is required.
The Regulator Accessory includes a pressure regulator and gauge assembly with four outputs (for connections to four eluent reservoirs), as well as the tubing and connection fitting required. If more reservoirs are required, order a second regulator (P/N 064387).
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AS Autosampler (AS)
The AS is a powerful, full-featured autosampler that precisely delivers from 1.0 to 99.9 µL (in 0.1 µL increments) or 100 to 1000 µL (in 1 µL increments) of sample to an injection valve. The autosampler can operate in several modes:
• Concentrate—Sample is delivered to a single analytical system for
trace analysis and matrix elimination; a concentrator column is installed on the injection valve in place of a loop.
• Simultaneous—Sample is delivered to two analytical systems
simultaneously; a sample loop is installed on each injection valve. Sample is delivered equally to the two systems (50% of the volume to each), allowing two complete, separate analyses to be performed with just one sample.
• Sequential—Sample is delivered to two analytical systems in
sequence. This allows on-demand injection of two independent samples to two applications, using one autosampler. While the first system is being analyzed, the second system is being prepped and loaded for sample analysis.
• Sequential Concentrate—Sample is delivered to two analytical
systems in sequence; a concentrator column is installed on the injection valve in place of a loop.
• Reagent Prime (available in Concentrate mode only)—Primes the
lines with reagent. For example, implementing the Reagent Prime mode during the matrix elimination step ensures that the appropriate reagent is in line for matrix elimination and prevents cross­contamination between reagents.
• Reagent Flush (available in Concentrate mode only)—Flushes the
concentrator column with reagent (for example, a known source of clean deionized water) to remove unwanted sample matrix.
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AS40 Automated Sampler (AS40)
The AS40 is a low-cost, metal-free, sample loading device designed for ion chromatography applications. The AS40 is capable of delivering between 0.2 and 5.0 mL of sample in set increments. The AS40 holds between 66 and 88 vials, depending upon the vial size in use: 0.5 mL,
5.0 mL, or a combination of both sizes. Up to three injections can be taken from each vial.
The AS40 holds up to 11 cassettes of six 5-mL vials or eight 0.5-mL vials. Each sample is filtered during loading through a 20-µm filter in the vial cap, so there is no need to prefilter samples. Samples can be loaded against backpressures up to 690 kPa (100 psi) without an external sampling pump, thus facilitating preconcentration work.
ICS-Series Photodiode Array Detector (PDA)
The PDA optical detector is capable of measuring the absorbance spectrum from 190 to 800 nm. A deuterium lamp optimizes the UV range (190 to 380 nm) and a tungsten lamp optimizes the visible range (380 to 800 nm).
The PDA enables you to collect up to five single wavelengths (2D chromatograms) without being required to collect 3D data. Collecting individual wavelengths instead of the spectra offers two advantages: it eliminates the need to perform extractions for analyses that do not require spectral data and it conserves disk space.
ICS-Series Variable Wavelength Detector (VWD)
The VWD is a dual-beam, variable wavelength photometer with one measurement and one internal reference beam. Spectral capability from 190 to 900 nm is provided by two light sources: a deuterium lamp for ultraviolet detection and a tungsten lamp for visible wavelength operation. The four-channel detector measures at up to four wavelengths simultaneously. The VWD contains a built-in holmium oxide filter for wavelength verification. To suppress higher-order radiation, two optical filters can be inserted (automatically) into the light path.
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MSQ Plus Mass Spectrometer
The MSQ Plus is an advanced analytical instrument that includes an MS detector, vacuum pumps, and data system. When integrated with an IC system, the MSQ Plus provides the separation capability of an IC and the detection capability of a single-quadrupole MS detector. This provides a strong starting point for sample analysis by offering a quick and clear mass identification for chromatographic peaks.
The MS detector contains an atmospheric pressure ionization (API) source, advanced high efficiency transmission ion optics of a square quadrupole RF lens and dual RF generators, a mass analyzer, and an ion detection system. An optional cone wash pump is available for improved performance when dealing with dirty matrices.
The MS detector is equipped with FastLock™ probes for two complementary ionization techniques: atmospheric pressure chemical ionization (APCI) and electrospray ionization (ESI). Both ionization techniques can be run in either the positive or negative ion polarity mode. The design of the interchangeable probes enables rapid switching of ionization modes.
During a scan, ions of selected mass-to-charge ratios are sequentially transmitted through a quadrupole mass filter analyzer. The MS detector has fully automatic mass scale calibration (15 to 2000 m/z) and tuning that makes optimization simple and direct. The MS detector can perform both full-range scans and selected ion monitoring (SIM) scans. When operating in conjunction with Chromeleon, the MSQ Plus can be set up to vary the scan type, the ionization technique, and the ion polarity mode.
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1.1.2 ICS-3000 System Control

The ICS-3000 system is controlled by a PC configured with Chromeleon Chromatography Management System (version 6.7 or later) or Chromeleon Xpress. The Chromeleon System provides complete instrument control, data acquisition, and data management. Chromeleon Xpress
monitoring of Dionex chromatography instruments, but does not include data management capabilities.
Chromeleon and Chromeleon Xpress provide a panel tabset that replaces and combines the module front panels into one centralized system control panel. A convenient Home panel (see Figure 1-2 system status. Individual tabs provide quick access to module functions, as well as detailed status and diagnostics.
1 • Introduction
Chromatography Management
provides real-time control and
) shows the overall
Figure 1-2. ICS-3000 Panel Tabset (Home Panel Shown)
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1.2 ICS-3000 System Documentation

Every effort has been made to provide complete and accurate user documentation for the ICS-3000 system. The table below lists the primary sources of product information and the formats in which information is available.
Source Part
Number
ICS-3000 Ion Chromatography System Operator’s Manual
Installing the ICS-3000 Ion Chromatography System
AS Autosampler Operator’s Manual 065051 Yes No
ICS-Series Photodiode Array Detector Operator’s Manual
ICS-Series Variable Wavelength Detector Operator’s Manual
Chromeleon Xpress Quick Reference Guide 065070 Yes No
Chromeleon Xpress online Help N/A N/A N/A
Chromeleon Software User’s Guide
Installing the Chromeleon Chromatography Management System with a Dionex Ion Chromatograph (IC)
Chromeleon online Help N/A N/A N/A
065031 Yes No
065032 Yes Yes
065147 Yes No
065141 Yes No
4829.5060
031883 Yes Yes
PDF File
Ye s N o
Printed Manual
All Adobe
® PDF files listed above are shipped on the Dionex Reference Library
CD-ROM (P/N 053891), which is included in the ship kit of each ICS-3000 system module. In addition, the software manuals are provided as PDF files on the Chromeleon or Chromeleon Xpress CD-ROM.
A printed copy of the software installation instructions is provided in the software ship kit.
Consumables documentation: For complete information about Dionex columns, suppressors, EluGen cartridges, etc., refer to the appropriate product manual. These manuals are provided on the Reference Library CD-ROM.
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1.3 The ICS-3000 System Operator’s Manual

1.3.1 Overview

The electronic version (i.e., PDF file) of the ICS-3000 system operator’s manual contains numerous hypertext links that can take you to other locations within the file. These links include:
• Table of contents entries
• Index entries
• Cross-references (underlined in blue) to sections, figures, tables, etc.
If you are not familiar with how to navigate PDF files, refer to the Help system for Adob
e® Acrobat® or Adobe Reader® for assistance.
1 • Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 Description
Chapter 3 System Configurations
Chapter 4 Getting Started
Chapter 5 Operation
Chapter 6 Shutdown
Chapter 7 Maintenance
An overview of the ICS-3000 system; includes a brief description of the ICS-3000 modules, the software required for ICS-3000 operation, and the ICS-3000 user manuals.
Detailed descriptions of ICS-3000 system components and important operating features; includes an introduction to Chromeleon and Chromeleon Xpress software.
Detailed illustrations of component plumbing for several different ICS-3000 system configurations.
Tasks to be performed before beginning operation of the ICS-3000 system.
Instructions for routine operation of the ICS-3000 system with Chromeleon or Chromeleon Xpress software.
Short-term and long-term shutdown procedures for the ICS-3000 system.
Routine preventive maintenance procedures for the ICS-3000 system.
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Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
Minor problems that may occur during operation of the ICS-3000 system, with step-by-step procedures for how to isolate and eliminate the cause of each problem. Includes a list of Chromeleon and Chromeleon Xpress Audit Trail error messages, with an explanation of the possible cause of each message and the corrective action to take.
Chapter 9 Service
Step-by-step instructions for routine service and parts replacement procedures the user can perform for the ICS-3000 system.
Appendix A Specifications
Appendix B Reordering Information
Specifications and installation site requirements for the ICS-3000 modules.
Spare parts for the ICS-3000 modules.

1.3.2 Safety Messages and Notes

This manual contains warnings and precautionary statements that can prevent personal injury and/or damage to the ICS-3000 system when properly followed. Safety messages appear in bold type and are accompanied by icons, as shown below.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. Also used to identify a situation or practice that may seriously damage the instrument, but will not cause injury.
Indicates that the function or process of the instrument may be impaired. Operation does not constitute a hazard.
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Messages d'avertissement en français
Signale une situation de danger immédiat qui, si elle n'est pas évitée, entraînera des blessures graves à mortelles.
Signale une situation de danger potentiel qui, si elle n'est pas évitée, pourrait entraîner des blessures graves à mortelles.
Signale une situation de danger potentiel qui, si elle n'est pas évitée, pourrait entraîner des blessures mineures à modérées. Également utilisé pour signaler une situation ou une pratique qui pourrait gravement endommager l'instrument mais qui n'entraînera pas de blessures.
Warnhinweise in Deutsch
Bedeutet unmittelbare Gefahr. Mißachtung kann zum Tod oder schwerwiegenden Verletzungen führen.
Bedeutet eine mögliche Gefährdung. Mißachtung kann zum Tod oder schwerwiegenden Verletzungen führen.
Bedeutet eine mögliche Gefährdung. Mißachtung kann zu kleineren oder mittelschweren Verletzungen führen. Wird auch verwendet, wenn eine Situation zu schweren Schäden am Gerät führen kann, jedoch keine Verletzungsgefahr besteht.
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Notes
Informational messages also appear throughout this manual. These are labeled NOTE and are in bold type:
NOTE NOTES call attention to certain information. They
alert you to an unexpected result of an action, suggest how to optimize instrument performance, etc.

1.4 Safety and Regulatory Information

The ICS-3000 system is designed for IC (ion chromatography) and HPLC (high­performance liquid chromatography) applications and should not be used for any other purpose. Operation of an ICS-3000 module in a manner not specified by Dionex may result in personal injury.

1.4.1 Safety Labels

The TUV GS, C, US Mark safety label and the CE Mark label on the ICS­3000 modules indicate that they are in compliance with the following standards:
EMC Susceptibility and Immunity
• (DC, EG, DP, SP) EN 61326 1997 including A1:1998 and A2:2001
• (TC) EN 61326 1997 including A1:1998, A2:2001, and A3:2003
Safety
• (DC, EG, DP, SP) EN 61010-1:2001, UL 61010-1:2004, CAN/CSA-
C22.2 61010-1:2004
• (TC) EN 61010-1:2001, UL 61010A:2002, CAN/CSA-C22.2 61010-
1:2004
NOTE The TC does not carry the TUV GS Mark safety
label.
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