Metrohm 930 User Manual
930 Compact IC Flex
930 Compact IC Flex Oven/SeS/PP/Deg
Manual
8.930.8020EN
Metrohm AG
CH-9100 Herisau
Switzerland
Phone +41 71 353 85 85
Fax +41 71 353 89 01
info@metrohm.com
www.metrohm.com
930 Compact IC Flex
930 Compact IC Flex Oven/SeS/PP/
Deg
2.930.2560
8.930.8020EN
Manual
11.2013 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 ......................................................................... 3
1.3 Safety instructions ................................................................ 4
1.3.1 General notes on safety ........................................................... 4
1.3.2 Electrical safety ........................................................................ 4
1.3.3 Tubing and capillary connections ............................................. 5
1.3.4 Flammable solvents and chemicals ........................................... 5
1.3.5 Recycling and disposal ............................................................. 5
1.4 Symbols and conventions .................................................... 6
2 Overview of the instrument 7
2.1 Front ...................................................................................... 7
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2.2 Rear ........................................................................................ 8
2.3 Feed-throughs for capillaries and cables .......................... 10
3 Installation 13
3.1 Setting up the instrument .................................................. 13
3.1.1 Packaging .............................................................................. 13
3.1.2 Checks .................................................................................. 13
3.1.3 Location ................................................................................ 13
3.2 Capillary connections in the IC system ............................. 13
3.3 Removing transport locking screws ................................. 16
3.4 Connecting the drainage tubing and leak sensor ............ 17
3.4.1 Installing the drainage tubing ................................................ 17
3.4.2 Connecting the leak sensor .................................................... 19
3.5 Column oven ....................................................................... 19
3.6 Connecting the eluent bottle ............................................. 20
3.7 Connecting the eluent degasser ........................................ 23
3.8 Installing the high-pressure pump .................................... 23
3.9 Installing an inline filter ..................................................... 24
3.10 Installing the pulsation absorber ...................................... 25
3.11 Injection valve ..................................................................... 26
3.12 Suppressor .......................................................................... 28
3.12.1 Inserting the rotors ................................................................ 28
3.12.2 Connecting the suppressor .................................................... 31
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3.13 Peristaltic pump .................................................................. 35
3.13.1 Installing the peristaltic pump ................................................ 35
3.13.2 Mode of operation for the peristaltic pump ........................... 40
3.14 Metrohm CO2 Suppressor (MCS) ....................................... 41
3.14.1 General information on MCS ................................................. 41
3.14.2 Connecting the MCS ............................................................. 42
3.14.3 Installing adsorption cartridges .............................................. 43
3.15 Installing the detector ........................................................ 45
3.16 Connecting the sample degasser (optional) ..................... 45
3.17 Connecting the instrument to a computer ....................... 47
3.18 Connecting the instrument to the power supply ............. 48
3.19 Initial start-up ..................................................................... 49
3.20 Connecting and rinsing the guard column ....................... 51
3.21 Connecting the separation column ................................... 53
3.22 Conditioning ........................................................................ 57
4 Operation 59
5 Operation and maintenance 60
5.1 IC system ............................................................................. 60
5.1.1 Operation .............................................................................. 60
5.1.2 Care ...................................................................................... 60
5.1.3 Maintenance by Metrohm Service .......................................... 60
5.1.4 Shutting down and starting back up ...................................... 61
5.2 Capillary connections ......................................................... 62
5.3 Servicing the door .............................................................. 62
5.4 Column oven – replacing the capillaries ........................... 62
5.5 Handling the eluent ............................................................ 64
5.5.1 Manufacturing eluent ............................................................ 64
5.5.2 Changing the eluent .............................................................. 65
5.6 Servicing the eluent degasser ........................................... 65
5.7 Notes on operating the high-pressure pump ................... 66
5.8 Servicing the high-pressure pump .................................... 67
5.9 Servicing the inline filter .................................................... 80
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5.10 Servicing the pulsation absorber ...................................... 83
5.11 Injection valve ..................................................................... 83
5.12 Suppressor .......................................................................... 83
5.12.1 Notes for operating the suppressor ........................................ 83
5.12.2 Taking care of the suppressor housing ................................... 84
5.12.3 Servicing the suppressor ........................................................ 84
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5.13 Peristaltic pump .................................................................. 91
5.13.1 Notes on operating the peristaltic pump ................................ 91
5.13.2 Servicing the peristaltic pump ................................................ 91
5.14 Servicing the Metrohm CO2 Suppressor (MCS) ................ 93
5.14.1 Replacing the CO2 adsorption cartridge ................................. 93
5.14.2 Regenerating the H2O adsorption cartridge ............................ 93
5.15 Servicing the detector ........................................................ 94
5.16 Rinsing the sample path .................................................... 94
5.17 Separation column ............................................................. 95
5.17.1 Separating efficiency .............................................................. 95
5.17.2 Protecting the separation column .......................................... 96
5.17.3 Storing the separation column ............................................... 96
5.17.4 Regenerating the separation column ...................................... 96
5.18 Quality Management and qualification with Metrohm .. 97
6.1 ............................................................................................. 98
7 Technical specifications 103
7.1 Reference conditions ........................................................ 103
7.2 Instrument ......................................................................... 103
7.3 Ambient conditions .......................................................... 103
7.4 Housing ............................................................................. 104
7.5 Leak sensor ....................................................................... 104
7.6 Column oven ..................................................................... 104
7.7 Eluent degasser ................................................................ 105
7.8 High-pressure pump ......................................................... 105
7.9 Injection valve ................................................................... 106
7.10 Suppressor ........................................................................ 106
7.11 Peristaltic pump ................................................................ 106
7.12 Metrohm CO2 Suppressor (MCS) ..................................... 106
7.13 Detector ............................................................................ 107
7.14 Sample degasser ............................................................... 107
7.15 Power connection ............................................................ 107
7.16 Interfaces .......................................................................... 107
7.17 Safety specifications ........................................................ 108
7.18 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) ............................. 108
8 Warranty (guarantee) 109
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9 Accessories 111
Index 113
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Table of figures
Figure 1 Front ................................................................................................. 7
Figure 2 Rear .................................................................................................. 8
Figure 3 Feed-throughs on the door ............................................................. 10
Figure 4 Openings for capillaries and cables .................................................. 11
Figure 5 Ducts for capillaries ......................................................................... 12
Figure 6 Removing the transport locking screws ............................................ 16
Figure 7 Installing the eluent bottle cap ........................................................ 20
Figure 8 Installing tubing weighting and aspiration filter ............................... 21
Figure 9 High-pressure pump with purge valve .............................................. 24
Figure 10 Inline filter ....................................................................................... 25
Figure 11 Pulsation absorber ........................................................................... 25
Figure 12 Exchanging the sample loop ............................................................ 27
Figure 13 Suppressor – connection capillaries ................................................. 31
Figure 14 Peristaltic pump ............................................................................... 41
Figure 15 Connecting the MCS ....................................................................... 42
Figure 16 Column oven .................................................................................. 63
Figure 17 High-pressure pump – parts ............................................................ 67
Figure 18 High-pressure pump – cross-section ................................................ 74
Figure 19 Tool for piston seal (6.2617.010) ..................................................... 75
Figure 20 Removing the piston cartridge from the pump head ........................ 75
Figure 21 Inserting the piston seal into the tool ............................................... 76
Figure 22 Components of the piston cartridge ................................................ 78
Figure 23 Inline filter – removing the filter ....................................................... 81
Figure 24 Parts of the suppressor .................................................................... 84
Figure 25 Pump tubing connection – Replacing the filter ................................. 92
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1.1 Instrument description
The 930 Compact IC Flex is a professional ion chromatograph. It is distinguished by:
￭ Its intelligence: All of the functions are monitored, optimized and
documented in an FDA-compatible manner. Intelligent components,
such as iColumns, save important data onto a chip.
￭ Its compact design: It has a small footprint.
￭ Its transparency: All components are easily accessible and located for
simple visibility and can be monitored during operation through a large
window.
￭ Its safety: The wet end and electronics are physically separated, thereby
preventing fluids from coming into contact with the electronics to a
large extent. A leak sensor is integrated into the wet end.
￭ Its environmental compatibility.
￭ Its low noise emissions.
￭ The intelligent MagIC Net™ software
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The 930 Compact IC Flex is operated solely using the MagIC Net software.
A USB cable is used to connect the instrument to a computer with
MagIC Net installed. The intelligent software detects the instrument automatically and checks its functionality. The software controls and monitors
the instrument, evaluates the measured data and manages it in a database.
The 930 Compact IC Flex Oven/SeS/PP/Deg consists of the following modules:
Leak sensor
The leak sensor detects leaking liquid that collects in the instrument's base
tray. Liquid that leaks in the instrument is routed to the base tray using
drainage tubing and detected there.
Column oven
The column oven tempers the separation column and the eluent and
thereby provides stable measuring conditions. A column holder with a
chip reader is located in the column oven.
Eluent degasser
The eluent degasser removes gas bubbles and dissolved gases from the
eluent.
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High-pressure pump
The intelligent and low-pulsation high-pressure pump pumps the eluent
through the system. It is equipped with a chip where its technical specifications and "life history" (operating hours, service data, etc.) are saved.
Inline filter
Inline filters protect the separation column reliably from potential contamination from the eluent. The small filter pads with 2 µm pore size can be
replaced quickly and easily. They remove particles from the solutions, such
as bacteria and algae.
Pulsation absorber
The pulsation absorber 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 path to the sample path. By a
quick and precise switching of the valve a quantity of sample solution
defined by the size of the sample loop is injected and flushed to the separation column with the eluent.
Suppressor
The suppressor consists of a suppressor drive, a rotor and, where applicable, an adapter. The suppressor drive gives you the flexibility to use different rotors according to the principle "one drive – many rotors". With
appropriate adapters, the rotor for the sample preparation module (SPM
Rotor) or suppressor rotors with different capacities and construction can
be easily exchanged. The rotors are not included in the instrument's scope
of delivery. A rotor suitable for the application must be ordered separately.
Peristaltic pump
The peristaltic pump is used for pumping sample and auxiliary solutions. It
can rotate in both directions.
Metrohm CO2 Suppressor (MCS)
The Metrohm CO2 Suppressor (MCS) removes the CO2 from the eluent
flow. This lowers the background conductivity, improves detection sensitivity and minimizes the injection peak and carbonate peak.
Detector
Metrohm offers a series of different detectors for various analysis tasks. A
suitable detector type must be ordered as a separate accessory.
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Sample degasser
The sample degasser removes gas bubbles and dissolved gases from the
sample.
Separation column
The intelligent separation column separates different components according to their interactions with the column. Metrohm separation columns
are equipped with a chip where their technical specifications and history
(start-up, operating hours, etc) are stored.
1.2 Intended use
The 930 Compact IC Flex Oven/SeS/PP/Deg is used for the determination
of anions or polar substances with sequential suppression using ion chromatography.
Sequential suppression consists of:
1 Introduction
￭ Chemical suppression with a Metrohm Suppressor Module (MSM) and
subsequent
￭ CO2 suppression with the Metrohm CO2 Suppressor (MCS).
Background conductivity is reduced to a minimum with sequential suppression.
The instrument can also be used as needed for the determination of cations or anions without chemical suppression.
The present instrument is suitable for processing chemicals and flammable
samples. Usage of the 930 Compact IC Flex therefore requires the user to
have basic knowledge and experience in handling toxic and caustic substances. Knowledge with respect to the application of the fire prevention
measures prescribed for laboratories is also mandatory.
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1.3 Safety instructions
1.3 Safety instructions
1.3.1 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.
1.3.2 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.
Do not fail to pull the mains cable out of the mains connection socket
before you set up or disconnect electrical plug connections at the rear
of the instrument.
1.3.3 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.
1.3.4 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. fume cup-
board).
￭ Keep all sources of flame far from the workplace.
￭ Clean up spilled liquids and solids immediately.
￭ Follow the safety instructions of the chemical manufacturer.
1.3.5 Recycling and disposal
This product is covered by European Directive 2002/96/EC, WEEE – Waste
from Electrical and Electronic Equipment.
The correct disposal of your old equipment will help to prevent negative
effects on the environment and public health.
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1.4 Symbols and conventions
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.
1.4 Symbols and conventions
The following symbols and formatting may appear in this documentation:
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.
Method Dialog text, parameter in the software
File ▶ New Menu or menu item
[Next] Button or key
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WARNING
This symbol draws attention to a possible life-threatening 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 possible damage to
instruments or instrument parts.
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This symbol highlights additional information and
tips.
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2.1 Front
2 Overview of the instrument
Figure 1 Front
Bottle holder
1
Column oven
3
Sample degasser
5
Injection valve
7
Pulsation absorber
9
High-pressure pump
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Column holder
2
Suppressor
4
Inline filter
6
Purge valve
8
Base tray
10
Eluent degasser
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Peristaltic pump
13
Detector chamber
15
Room for the detector and the adsorption
cartridges for the MCS.
2.2 Rear
Metrohm CO2 Suppressor (MCS)
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Figure 2 Rear
Bottle holder
Knurled screws
For fastening the removable back panel.
Drainage tubing connection
2
For connecting the drainage tubing, which
guides escaped fluids away from the bottle
holder.
Back panel
4
Removable. Enables access to the detector
chamber.
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Drainage tubing connection
5
For connecting the drainage tubing, which
guides escaped fluids away from the detector chamber.
Exhaust opening
7
Labeled Exhaust. For extracting the air from
the vacuum chamber.
Service connection socket
9
For Metrohm service only.
Drainage tubing connections
11
For connecting two drainage tubings that
guide the escaped fluid to the leak sensor
and from there to the waste container.
Type plate
13
Leak sensor connection socket
15
Labeled Leak Sensor. For connecting the
leak sensor connection cable.
MSB connection sockets
17
Labeled MSB 1 and MSB 2. For connecting
MSB devices.
Transport locking screws
6
For securing the vacuum pump when transporting the instrument.
Auxiliary connection socket
8
For connecting an 891 Professional Analog
Out (2.891.0010).
Transport locking screws
10
For securing the high-pressure pump when
transporting the instrument.
Base tray
12
With leak sensor.
Serial number
14
Detector connection socket
16
Labeled Detector. For connecting Metrohm
detectors.
USB connection sockets
18
Labeled USB 1 and USB 2. For connecting
USB devices.
PC connection socket
19
For connecting the instrument to the computer with the USB cable (6.2151.020).
Power socket
21
Power socket for connecting the power
cable and power switch for switching the
instrument on and off.
Vacuum connection
20
Plugged with a stopper.
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2.3 Feed-throughs for capillaries and cables
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2.3 Feed-throughs for capillaries and cables
Multiple openings are available for leading capillaries into the instrument
and for leading capillaries and cables out of the instrument:
￭ Openings on the door
￭ Openings on the back panel
￭ Ducts between the instrument and the base tray as well as between
the instrument and the bottle holder (see Figure 5, page 12)
Openings on the door
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Figure 3
Luer connector
1
For connecting a capillary from inside and
for inserting a syringe (6.2816.020) from
outside. For manual sample injection.
An opening for up to 3 capillaries is located on the door of the instrument.
The two Luer connections above are not actually openings; the capillaries
are fastened to the Luer connection from within using PEEK pressure
screws. You can use a syringe to inject or draw out liquid from the outside.
Feed-throughs on the door
Opening for capillaries
2
For up to 3 capillaries.
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Openings on the back panel
Openings for capillaries
1
Figure 4 Openings for capillaries and cables
Openings for cables
2
The removable back panel is outfitted with openings through which capillaries and cables can be lead out of the detector chamber.
Ducts for capillaries
There are ducts for capillaries between the instrument and base tray as
well as between the instrument and the bottle holder. The capillaries can
be fed to the front of the instrument from both sides of the instrument
and from the front of the instrument to the back of the instrument.
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2.3 Feed-throughs for capillaries and cables
Figure 5 Ducts for capillaries
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3 Installation
3.1 Setting up the instrument
3.1.1 Packaging
The instrument is supplied in highly protective special packaging together
with the separately packed accessories. Keep this packaging, as only this
ensures safe transportation of the instrument.
3.1.2 Checks
Immediately after receipt, check whether the shipment has arrived complete and without damage by comparing it with the delivery note.
3.1.3 Location
The instrument has been developed for operation indoors and may not be
used in explosive environments.
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Place the instrument in a location of the laboratory which is suitable for
operation, free of vibrations, protected from corrosive atmosphere, and
contamination by chemicals.
The instrument should be protected against excessive temperature fluctuations and direct sunlight.
3.2 Capillary connections in the IC system
Generally speaking, capillary connections between two components of an
IC system are made up of one connection capillary and two pressure
screws used to connect the capillary to the respective components.
Pressure screws
Three types of pressure screws are used in the IC system:
Number
6.2744.010 / 6.2744.014 Pressure screw On the injection valve
6.2744.070 Pressure screw, short High-pressure pump, purge
Designation Use
valve, inline filter, pulsation
absorber, separation columns
6.2744.090 Pressure screw, long MCS, sample degasser, 12port valve
Pressure screws are tightened and loosened by hand. A tool is not
needed.
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3.2 Capillary connections in the IC system
Also see: PEEK pressure screws video on the Internet http://ic-
help.metrohm.com/maintenance.php?chapter=1_2.
Connection capillaries
PEEK capillaries and PTFE capillaries are used in the IC system.
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PEEK capillaries (polyetheretherketone)
PTFE capillaries
(poly(tetrafluoroethylene))
PEEK capillaries are temperature-resistant up to 100 °C, stable under pressure up to 400 bar (depending on the inner diameter), flexible, chemically
inert and have an extremely smooth surface. They can be readily cut down
to the desired length with the capillary cutter (6.2621.080).
Use:
￭ PEEK capillaries with an inner diameter of 0.25 mm (6.1831.010) for
the entire high-pressure section.
￭ PEEK capillaries with an inner diameter of 0.75 mm (6.1831.030) for
sample processing in the ultratrace range.
PTFE capillaries are transparent and enable visual tracing of the liquids to
be pumped. They are chemically inert, flexible and temperature-resistant
up to 80 °C. They can be readily cut down to the desired length with the
capillary cutter (6.2621.080).
Use:
PTFE capillaries (6.1803.0x0) are used for the low-pressure section.
￭ PTFE capillaries with an inner diameter of 0.5 mm for sample process-
ing.
￭ PTFE capillaries with an inner diameter of 0.97 mm for sample process-
ing and rinsing solutions (they are not necessarily included in the scope
of delivery of the instrument).
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Capillary connections
NOTE
If you work with an increased system pressure (> 15 MPa), capillaries
may slip out of the pressure screws.
To avoid this, we recommend degreasing the ends of the capillaries
before installing them.
Dampen a cloth with acetone and wipe off the ends of the capillaries
before connecting them with the pressure screws.
In order to achieve optimum analysis results, capillary connections in an IC
system must be absolutely tight and free of dead volume. Dead volume
occurs if two capillary ends connected to each other do not fit exactly,
thus allowing liquid to escape. There are two possible causes for this:
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￭ The capillary ends do not have exactly flat edges.
￭ The two capillary ends do not completely meet.
One prerequisite for dead-volume-free capillary connection is that both
capillary ends are cut exactly flat. Therefore we recommend cutting PEEK
capillaries only with a capillary cutter (6.2621.080).
Also see: Cutting capillaries video on the Internet http://ic-
help.metrohm.com/maintenance.php?chapter=1_1.
Creating dead-volume-free capillary connections
To create dead-volume-free capillary connections, proceed as follows:
Wipe off the end of the capillary with a cloth dampened with ace-
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tone.
Slide the pressure screw over the capillary. Ensure that the capillary
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protrudes 1 to 2 mm from the tip of the pressure screw.
Push the capillary into the connection or coupling as far as it will go
3
and hold it there.
Only then start turning the pressure screw.
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Colored sleeves for PEEK capillaries
The enclosed set of varicolored sleeves for PEEK capillaries (6.2251.000)
serves to easily differentiate the various flows of liquid in the system
through color coding. Each capillary conveying a given liquid (e.g. eluent)
can be marked with sleeves of the same color.
Slide a sleeve of a selected color over a capillary and move it to an
1
easily visible position.
Heat the colored sleeve, such as with a hairdryer.
2
The colored sleeve shrinks and adapts to the shape of the capillary.
NOTE
In order to arrange capillaries more clearly, they can be bundled with
the spiral band (6.1815.010).
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3.3 Removing transport locking screws
3.3 Removing transport locking screws
To avoid damage to the drives for the high-pressure pump and the vacuum pump during transport, the pumps are secured with transport locking screws. These are located at the rear of the instrument and labeled
with Transport security screws.
Remove these transport locking screws before the initial start-up.
Accessories For this step you need:
￭ Hex key 4 mm (6.2621.030)
Remove the transport locking screws
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Figure 6
Transport locking screws
1
For the vacuum pump. Only present if the
instrument has a degasser.
Remove all of the transport locking screws with the hex key.
1
Store the transport locking screws in a safe place. Reinsert the transport
locking screws each time you transport the instrument a significant distance.
Removing the transport locking screws
Transport locking screws
2
For the high-pressure pump.
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CAUTION
The pumps may be damaged if you transport the instrument without
inserting the transport locking screws.
3.4 Connecting the drainage tubing and leak sensor
The leak sensor detects leaking liquid that collects in the instrument's base
tray. Liquid that leaks in the bottle holder or in the detector chamber is
routed to the base tray using drainage tubing and is detected there.
If the leak sensor detects a leak in the IC system, the IC instrument is
switched off and a warning is output in the software.
The leak sensor functions properly only if the following preconditions are
met:
￭ The drainage tubing is connected.
￭ The leak sensor connection cable is inserted into the leak sensor con-
nection socket.
￭ The 930 Compact IC Flex is switched on.
￭ The leak sensor is switched to active in the software.
3.4.1 Installing the drainage tubing
Liquid that leaks in the bottle holder or detector chamber flows to the rear
of the instrument and is drained through openings on the bottle holder
and in the detector chamber. The drainage tubing has to be mounted at
these openings. This drainage tubing guides the leaking liquid to the base
tray where the leak sensor is located.
Accessories
For this step you need the following parts from the accessory kit: Vario/
Flex Basic (6.5000.000):
￭ 2 × silicone tubing (6.1816.020)
￭ Y connector (6.1807.010)
You also need scissors.
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3.4 Connecting the drainage tubing and leak sensor
Connecting the drainage tubing
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Cut a piece of silicone tubing into three pieces using scissors: 2 ×
1
approx. 40 cm and 1 × 20 cm
Attach one end of the 40 cm long piece to the drainage tubing con-
2
nection on the bottle holder.
Attach one end of the 20 cm long piece to the drainage tubing con-
3
nection on the detector chamber.
Attach each of the loose ends of both pieces of silicone tubing to
4
one end of the Y connector.
Attach one end of the second 40 cm long piece to the third end of
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the Y connector.
Attach the loose end to the right-side drainage tubing connection on
the base tray.
Attach one end of the second piece of silicone tubing to the left-side
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drainage tubing connection on the base tray.
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Route the loose end into a waste container.
3.4.2 Connecting the leak sensor
Plugging in the leak sensor connection cable
The leak sensor connection cable is coiled up in the base tray.
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Pull the leak sensor connection cable out of the base tray as far as
1
needed.
Plug the plug for the leak sensor connection cable into the leak sen-
2
sor connection socket (labeled Leak Sensor).
3.5 Column oven
The column oven ensures that the separation occurs at a constant temperature. It is firmly sealed by the instrument's smaller door and is well insulated. The capillaries are fed through small recesses on the inner front edge,
so that they do not get pinched when the door is closed. The temperature
of the column oven can be configured in the software.
The column oven is completely connected. No installation work is
required.
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3.6 Connecting the eluent bottle
3.6 Connecting the eluent bottle
The eluent is aspirated out of the eluent bottle via the eluent aspiration
tubing . The eluent aspiration tubing is installed on the input for the eluent degasser.
The tubing has to be be fed out of the instrument through a suitable
opening (see "Openings on the back panel", page 11) before the loose
end can be connected to the eluent bottle.
Accessories For this step you need the following accessories:
These parts are part of the accessory kit Vario/Flex ONE (6.5000.010).
￭ Eluent bottle (6.1608.070)
￭ The eluent bottle cap GL 45 accessory set (6.1602.160)
This accessory set contains the bottle cap, an M6 tubing nipple, an M8
tubing nipple, two O-rings and an M6 and M8 threaded stopper.
￭ The tubing adapter for aspiration filter accessory set (6.2744.210)
This accessory set contains a filter holder, a clamping screw and tubing
weighting.
￭ An aspiration filter (6.2821.090)
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Connecting the eluent aspiration tubing
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Installing the eluent bottle cap (6.1602.160)
￭ Start by pushing the M8 tubing nipple onto the loose end of the
eluent aspiration tubing, followed by the O-ring.
￭ Push the loose end of the eluent aspiration tubing through the
M8 opening of the bottle cap and screw it on for the time being.
Figure 7 Installing the eluent bottle cap
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