Metrohm 872 User Manual

872 Extension Module
IC Module – 2.872.0030
Manual
8.872.8004EN
Metrohm AG CH-9100 Herisau Switzerland Phone +41 71 353 85 85 Fax +41 71 353 89 01 info@metrohm.com www.metrohm.com
872 Extension Module
IC Module – 2.872.0030
8.872.8004EN
Manual
01.2010 zst
Teachware Metrohm AG CH-9100 Herisau teachware@metrohm.com
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Table of contents

1 Introduction 1
1.1 Instrument description ......................................................... 1
1.2 Intended use ......................................................................... 2
1.3 About the documentation ................................................... 2
1.3.1 Content and scope .................................................................. 2
1.3.2 Symbols and conventions ........................................................ 3
1.4 Safety instructions ................................................................ 4
1.4.1 General notes on safety ........................................................... 4
1.4.2 Electrical safety ........................................................................ 4
1.4.3 Tubing and capillary connections ............................................. 5
1.4.4 Flammable solvents and chemicals ........................................... 5
1.4.5 Recycling and disposal ............................................................. 5
2 Overview of the instrument 7
Table of contents
2.1 Front ...................................................................................... 7
2.2 Rear ........................................................................................ 8
3 Assembly 9
3.1 General .................................................................................. 9
3.2 Mounting the extension module onto the IC instru-
ment ..................................................................................... 10
3.3 Mounting the extension module below the IC instru-
ment ..................................................................................... 13
3.4 Setting up the extension module next to the IC instru-
ment ..................................................................................... 16
3.5 Transport locking screws ................................................... 20
4 Installation 21
4.1 About this chapter .............................................................. 21
4.2 Installation overview .......................................................... 21
4.3 Installation diagram ........................................................... 22
4.4 Eluent ................................................................................... 23
4.4.1 Connecting eluent bottle ....................................................... 23
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4.5 Eluent degasser ................................................................. 27
4.6 High pressure pump ........................................................... 29
4.6.1 Capillary connections high pressure pump/purge valve ........... 29
4.6.2 Deaerating the high pressure pump ....................................... 31
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4.7 Inline filter ........................................................................... 33
4.8 Pulsation damper ............................................................... 34
4.9 Injection valve ..................................................................... 35
4.9.1 Connecting the injection valve ............................................... 35
4.9.2 Mode of operation of the injection valve ............................... 37
4.9.3 Selecting the sample loop ...................................................... 38
5 Set to work 39
6 Operation and maintenance 40
6.1 General information ........................................................... 40
6.1.1 Care ...................................................................................... 40
6.1.2 Maintenance by Metrohm Service .......................................... 40
6.1.3 Operation .............................................................................. 40
6.1.4 Shutting down ...................................................................... 41
6.2 Door ..................................................................................... 41
6.3 Eluent ................................................................................... 41
6.3.1 Production ............................................................................. 41
6.3.2 Operation .............................................................................. 42
6.4 High pressure pump ........................................................... 42
6.4.1 Protection .............................................................................. 42
6.4.2 Maintenance ......................................................................... 43
6.5 Inline filter ........................................................................... 53
6.5.1 Maintenance ......................................................................... 53
6.6 Inline sample preparation .................................................. 55
6.7 Rinsing the sample path .................................................... 55
6.8 Injection valve .................................................................... 57
6.8.1 Protection .............................................................................. 57
6.9 Quality Management and validation with Metrohm ....... 57
7 Troubleshooting 58
7.1 Problems and their solutions ............................................. 58
8 Technical specifications 60
8.1 Reference conditions .......................................................... 60
8.2 Instrument ........................................................................... 60
8.3 Ambient conditions ............................................................ 60
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8.4 Housing ............................................................................... 61
8.5 Eluent degasser .................................................................. 61
8.6 High pressure pump ........................................................... 61
8.7 Injection valve ..................................................................... 62
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9 Conformity and warranty 64
10 Accessories 68
Index 75
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8.8 Interfaces ............................................................................. 62
8.9 Safety specification ............................................................ 62
8.10 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) ................................ 63
8.11 Weight ................................................................................. 63
9.1 Declaration of Conformity ................................................ 64
9.2 Quality Management Principles ........................................ 65
9.3 Warranty (Guarantee) ........................................................ 66
10.1 Scope of delivery ................................................................ 68
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Table of figures

Table of figures
Figure 1 Front 872 Extension Module IC Module ............................................. 7
Figure 2 Rear 872 Extension Module IC Module .............................................. 8
Figure 3 Setup versions ................................................................................. 10
Figure 4 Dismounting the bottle holder ......................................................... 11
Figure 5 Mounting the bottle holder ............................................................. 12
Figure 6 Removing the base tray ................................................................... 14
Figure 7 Mounting the base tray ................................................................... 15
Figure 8 Mounting the base tray ................................................................... 17
Figure 9 Mounting the bottle holder ............................................................. 18
Figure 10 Connecting the drainage tubings ..................................................... 19
Figure 11 Installation diagram ......................................................................... 23
Figure 12 Installing eluent bottle attachment .................................................. 24
Figure 13 Mounting aspiration filter ................................................................ 24
Figure 14 Install tubing weighting and aspiration filter .................................... 25
Figure 15 Eluent aspiration tubing fully equipped. ........................................... 25
Figure 16 Eluent bottle – connected ............................................................... 26
Figure 17 Eluent degasser ............................................................................... 28
Figure 18 Capillary connections high pressure pump/purge valve .................... 29
Figure 19 High pressure pump – Connect inlet ................................................ 30
Figure 20 Deaerating the high pressure pump ................................................. 32
Figure 21 Connecting inline filter .................................................................... 34
Figure 22 Pulsation damper – Connection ....................................................... 35
Figure 23 Injection valve – connected ............................................................. 36
Figure 24 Injection valve – Positions ................................................................ 37
Figure 25 Removing piston ............................................................................. 44
Figure 26 Components of the piston cartridge ................................................ 45
Figure 27 Tool for piston seal 6.2617.010 ....................................................... 46
Figure 28 Removing the piston seal ................................................................. 47
Figure 29 Insert the piston seal into the tool ................................................... 47
Figure 30 Inserting the piston seal into the pump head ................................... 48
Figure 31 Removing valves .............................................................................. 49
Figure 32 Dismantling valve ............................................................................ 50
Figure 33 Components of the inlet valve and outlet valve ................................ 51
Figure 34 Changing the filter .......................................................................... 53
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1 Introduction

1.1 Instrument description

Existing 850 Professional IC instruments can be expanded to include addi­tional functions by means of 872 Extension Modules. Every 850 Professio­nal IC instrument can be supplemented with up to 3 extension modules.
The 872 Extension Module IC Module allows to extend an 850 Profes­sional IC instrument by another IC Module complete with high pressure pump, purge valve, inline filter, pulsation damper and injection valve.
The 872 Extension Module IC Module can be used wherever an addi­tional IC Module is necessary.
With the 872 Extension Module IC Module, a one-channel low pressure gradient instrument can this way be extended to a two-channel AnCat instrument with low pressure gradient. All instruments with sample prepa­ration can be extended to two-channel systems as well.

1 Introduction

In a system with photometric detection with a 886 Professional Thermo­stat/Reactor as column holder and thermostat and an 887 Professional UV/VIS Detector, it is also possible to use the 872 Extension Module IC Module for conveying reagents.
The extension module is operated with MagIC Net software, just like the IC instrument. When it is connected to an 850 Professional IC instrument, MagIC Net recognizes the extension module automatically and checks its functional capability. It controls and monitors the unit IC instrument – extension module, evaluates the measured data and administers it in a database.
The 872 Extension Module – IC Module comprises the following com­ponents:
Eluent degasser
The eluent degasser removes gas bubbles and dissolved gases from the eluent. For degassing, the eluent flows into a vacuum chamber through a special fluoropolymer capillary.
High pressure pump
The intelligent and low pulsation high pressure pump pumps the eluent through the system. It is equipped with a chip on which its technical spec­ifications and "life history" (operating hours, service data, ... ) are saved.
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1.2 Intended use

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Inline filter
Inline filters protect the separation column securely against possible con­tamination from the eluent. Inline filters can however also just as well be used for the purpose of protecting other sensitive components against contaminations in the solutions used. The fine 2 µm material of the readily and easily replaceable filter platelets removes particles such as bacteria and algae from the solutions.
Pulsation damper
The pulsation damper protects the separation column from damage caused by pressure fluctuations when switching the injection valve, and reduces interfering pulsations during highly sensitive measurements.
Injection valve
The injection valve connects the eluent and sample path through rapid and precise valve switchover. A precisely measured amount of sample solution is injected and rinsed with eluent onto the separation column.
1.2 Intended use
The present instrument is suitable for processing chemicals and flammable samples. The usage of the 872 Extension Module therefore requires that the user has basic knowledge and experience in the handling of toxic and caustic substances. Knowledge with respect to the application of the fire prevention measures prescribed for laboratories is also mandatory.

1.3 About the documentation

1.3.1 Content and scope

This document describes the 872 Extension Module – IC Module, its assembly and connection to the IC instrument, as well as the installation, operation and maintenance of the individual components. Technical speci­fications, troubleshooting and information concerning scope of delivery and optional accessories makes up the rest of the manual.
This document does not on the other hand describe the functions of the IC instrument - IC extension module unit, nor does it describe the capillary connections that proceed from the extension module. For this purpose, please refer to the manual for the IC instrument and that for the sample processor.
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Additional information concerning the configuration of MagIC Net can be found on the online help for MagIC Net.
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1.3.2 Symbols and conventions

The following symbols and styles are used in this documentation:
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Cross-reference to figure legend
The first number refers to the figure number, the second to the instrument part in the figure.
Instruction step
Carry out these steps in the sequence shown.
Warning
This symbol draws attention to a possible life hazard or risk of injury.
Warning
This symbol draws attention to a possible hazard due to electrical current.
Warning
This symbol draws attention to a possible hazard due to heat or hot instrument parts.
Warning
This symbol draws attention to a possible biological hazard.
Caution
This symbol draws attention to a possible damage of instruments or instrument parts.
Note
This symbol marks additional information and tips.
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1.4 Safety instructions

1.4 Safety instructions

1.4.1 General notes on safety

Warning
This instrument may only be operated in accordance with the specifica­tions in this documentation.
This instrument has left the factory in a flawless state in terms of technical safety. To maintain this state and ensure non-hazardous operation of the instrument, the following instructions must be observed carefully.

1.4.2 Electrical safety

The electrical safety when working with the instrument is ensured as part of the international standard IEC 61010.
Warning
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Only personnel qualified by Metrohm are authorized to carry out service work on electronic components.
Warning
Never open the housing of the instrument. The instrument could be damaged by this. There is also a risk of serious injury if live components are touched.
There are no parts inside the housing which can be serviced or replaced by the user.
Mains voltage
Warning
An incorrect mains voltage can damage the instrument.
Only operate this instrument with a mains voltage specified for it (see rear panel of the instrument).
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Protection against electrostatic charges
Warning
Electronic components are sensitive to electrostatic charges and can be destroyed by discharges.
Always pull the mains cable out of the mains connection socket before connecting or disconnecting electrical appliances on the rear panel of the instrument.

1.4.3 Tubing and capillary connections

Caution
Leaks in tubing and capillary connections are a safety risk. Tighten all connections well by hand. Avoid applying excessive force to tubing connections. Damaged tubing ends lead to leakage. Appropriate tools can be used to loosen connections.
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Check the connections regularly for leakage. If the instrument is used mainly in unattended operation, then weekly inspections are manda­tory.

1.4.4 Flammable solvents and chemicals

Warning
All relevant safety measures are to be observed when working with flammable solvents and chemicals.
Set up the instrument in a well-ventilated location (e.g. laboratory
flue).
Keep all sources of flame far from the workplace. Clean up spilled fluids and solids immediately. Follow the safety instructions of the chemical manufacturer.

1.4.5 Recycling and disposal

This product is covered by European Directive 2002/96/EC, WEEE – Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
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The correct disposal of your old equipment will help to prevent negative effects on the environment and public health.
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More details about the disposal of your old equipment can be obtained from your local authorities, from waste disposal companies or from your local dealer.
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Eluent
Degasser
In
Out
Sample
Eluent
Standard
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
2 3
4
5
6
7
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2 Overview of the instrument

2.1 Front

2 Overview of the instrument

Figure 1 Front 872 Extension Module IC Module
Standby indicator
1
Coupling 6.2744.230
3
For connecting the eluent aspiration tubing.
Pulsation damper
5
See Chapter 4.8
Inline filter
7
See Chapter 4.7
High pressure pump
2
See Chapter 4.6
Purge valve
4
See Chapter 4.6
Injection valve
6
See Chapter 4.9
Eluent degasser
8
See Chapter 4.5
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2.2 Rear

Vacuum
Exhaust
Made by Metrohm Herisau Switzerland
Out
In
Transport locking screws
1
2
3
4
5
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Figure 2 Rear 872 Extension Module IC Module
Connector In
1
To connect the extension module to the IC instrument or to a previous extension mod­ule.
Connector Vacuum
3
For connecting further degassing chambers in extension modules (labeled with Vac- uum).
Transport locking screws
5
For securing the high pressure pump and the vacuum pump when transporting the instrument.
Connector Out
2
To connect an additional extension module.
Waste air opening
4
For extracting the air from the vacuum chamber (labeled with Exhaust).
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3 Assembly

3.1 General

3 Assembly

The extension modules are fitted directly to the 850 Professional IC instru­ment and connected with it via 6.2156.060 connection cable. Extension modules have no power supply of their own, but rather draw the electric­ity they require from the instrument with which they are connected.
Up to three extension modules can be connected to an 850 Professional IC instrument. The following restrictions are to be taken into account:
Restrictions
The 850 Professional IC instruments and their extension modules must not have more than 4 identical components in common, i.e.:
a maximum of 4 high pressure pumps, a maximum of 4 peristaltic pumps, a maximum of 4 injection valves, a maximum of 4 suppressors (MSM, SPM incl.),
BUT
only a maximum of 3 degassers and a maximum of 3 CO
suppressors (MCS)
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Note
If all 4 high pressure pumps are being used at once, then not all of them are permitted to run at maximum flow for longer periods of time.
Extension modules can be mounted in the following setup versions:
above, between instrument and bottle holder (3-A), or below, between instrument and base tray (3-B), or next to the instrument (3-C) with a separate 6.2061.110 base tray and
a 6.2061.100 bottle holder (to be ordered additionally). For this, the longer 6.2156.070 connection cable (to be ordered additionally), is necessary, too.
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3.2 Mounting the extension module onto the IC instrument

A B
C
Figure 3 Setup versions
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Extension module above the IC instru-
A
ment
Between the 850 Professional IC and the bottle holder.
Extension module next to the IC instru-
C
ment
With its own base plate and its own bottle holder next to the 850 bottle holder.
Extension module on the below the IC
B
instrument
Between the base plate and the 850 Profes­sion IC.
Position the extension module in such a way that the capillary connections can be kept as short as possible. If several extension modules are used, then they should all be installed in the same location if possible – either above, below or next to the IC instrument. If this is not possible, then the extension modules that are located at greater distances from one another must be connected with one another by means of the longer 6.2156.070 connection cable (available as optional accessory).
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1
Switching off the IC instrument
Switch the IC instrument off and disconnect the mains cable.
2
Clearing the bottle holder
If there are bottles and other items on the bottle holder, remove them.
3
Removing drainage tubings
Loosen the drainage tubing from the drainage tubing connector on the bottle holder.
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2
1
2
4
Dismounting the bottle holder
3 Assembly
Figure 4 Dismounting the bottle holder
Cover stoppers
1
Remove covering stoppers (4-1). Loosen the cylinder screws with a 6.2621.100 3 mm hexagon
Cylinder screws
2
key.
Remove the bottle holder
5
Attaching the extension module(s)
Place the extension module(s) on the IC instrument.
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3.2 Mounting the extension module onto the IC instrument
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2
1
2
6
Mounting the bottle holder
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Figure 5 Mounting the bottle holder
Cover stoppers
1
Attach the bottle holder on the extension module. Tighten the cylinder screws (4-2) with an 6.2621.100 3 mm hexa-
Cylinder screws
2
gon key
Insert covering stoppers (4-1).
7
Connecting the extension module
Plug a 6.2156.060 cable into the connector In of the extension
module and screw it tight.
Plug the other end of the cable into the Extension module con-
nector of the IC instrument and screw it tight.
8
Optional: Connecting a further extension module
Plug the cable 6.2156.060 or a longer 6.2156.070 cable (optional
accessory) into the connector In of the second extension module and screw it tight.
Plug the other end of the cable into the Out connector of the first
extension module and screw it tight.
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Mounting the drainage tubing
3 Assembly
Reconnect the drainage tubing to the drainage tubing connector of the bottle holder.
Possibly, a longer section of silicone tubing 6.186.020 must be cut to fit and mounted (see also the manual for the IC instrument).
3.3 Mounting the extension module below the IC instru­ment
1
Switching off the IC instrument
Switch the IC instrument off and disconnect the mains cable.
2
Clearing the bottle holder
If there are bottles and other things on the bottle holder, remove them.
3
Disconnecting all connections on the rear of the instrument
Disconnect the mains cable, Disconnect the MSB cable, Disconnect the USB cable, Disconnect the leak sensor, Remove the drainage tubings.
4
Removing the detector(s)
Disconnect the detector cable(s) and remove the detector(s) from the IC instrument (see manual for the IC instrument).
5
Removing the base tray
Tilt the IC instrument sideways and lay it down flat. Loosen the cylinder screws with a 6.2621.100 3 mm hexagon
key.
Remove base tray.
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3.3 Mounting the extension module below the IC instrument
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2
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Base tray
Figure 6 Removing the base tray
Cylinder screws
2
With washer.
6
Mounting the base tray
Tilt the extension module sideways and lay it down flat. Attach base tray. Slide the washers onto the cylinder screws (7-2) and tighten these
with a 3 mm hexagon key (6.2621.100).
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2
2
3 Assembly
1
Base tray
Figure 7 Mounting the base tray
Cylinder screws
2
With washer.
Set up the extension module. Optional: Set up further extension modules. Set up the IC instrument.
7
Connecting the extension module
Plug a 6.2156.060 cable into the connector In of the extension
module and screw it tight.
Plug the other end of the cable into the Extension module con-
nector of the IC instrument and screw it tight.
8
Optional: Connecting a further extension module
Plug the cable 6.2156.060 or a longer 6.2156.070 cable (optional
accessory) into the connector In of the second extension module and screw it tight.
Plug the other end of the cable into the Out connector of the first
extension module and screw it tight.
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3.4 Setting up the extension module next to the IC instrument

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Inserting the detector(s) again and connecting it (them)
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See manual for the IC instrument.
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Restoring the loosened connections
Reconnect the drainage tubings,
Possibly, a longer section of silicone tubing 6.186.020 must be cut to fit and mounted (see also the manual for the IC instru- ment).
Connect the leak sensor (see manual for the IC instrument), Connect the USB cable, Connect the MSB cable, Plug in the mains cable.
3.4 Setting up the extension module next to the IC instrument
1
Switching off the IC instrument
Switch the IC instrument off and disconnect the mains cable.
2
Mounting the base tray
Tilt the extension module sideways and lay it down flat. Attach base tray. Tighten the washers and the cylinder screws (8-2) with a 3 mm
hexagon key (6.2621.100).
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2
2
3 Assembly
1
Base tray
Figure 8 Mounting the base tray
Cylinder screws
2
With washer.
Set up the extension module. Optional: Set up further extension modules.
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3.4 Setting up the extension module next to the IC instrument
1
2
1
2
3
Mounting the bottle holder
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Figure 9 Mounting the bottle holder
Cover stoppers
1
Place the bottle holder on the extension module. Tighten the cylinder screws (9-2) with an 6.2621.100 3 mm hexa-
Cylinder screws
2
gon key.
Insert covering stoppers (9-1).
4
Connecting the extension module
Plug a 6.2156.060 cable into the connector In of the extension
module and screw it tight.
Plug the other end of the cable into the Extension module con-
nector of the IC instrument and screw it tight.
5
Optional: Connecting a further extension module
Plug the cable 6.2156.060 or a longer 6.2156.070 cable (optional
accessory) into the connector In of the second extension module and screw it tight.
Plug the other end of the cable into the Out connector of the first
extension module and screw it tight.
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