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Page 3 Theory of Operation Theory of operation of mechanical hardware, electronics, and instrument interfaces Introduction to the Control Module Introduction to the screens available for operation of the Agilent 1200 Series autosamplers with the control module Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 4 Specifications Performance specifications of the Agilent 1200 Series Standard and Preparative Autosamplers Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Using the Automated Needle Wash Using an Injector Program General Recommendation to Lowest Carry-over Fast Injection Cycle and Low Delay Volume Overlapped Injection Mode General Recommendations for Fast Injection Cycle Times Precise Injection Volume Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 6 Restart Without Cover Arm Movement Failed Valve to Bypass Failed Valve to Mainpass Failed Needle Up Failed Needle Down Failed Missing Vial Initialization Failed Metering Home Failed Motor Temperature Initialization with Vial Safety Flap Missing Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 7 Repairing the Autosampler Introduction into Repairing the Autosampler Using the ESD Strap Overview of Main Repair Procedures Simple Repairs Needle Assembly Needle-Seat Assembly Stator Face Rotor Seal Metering Seal and Plunger Gripper Arm Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 8 Using the Agilent ChemStation Using the Instant Pilot G4208A Using the Control Module G1323B SUD Board Power Supply Leak Sensor Parts and Materials Main Assemblies Sampling Unit Assembly Analytical-Head Assembly Injection-Valve Assembly Sheet Metal Kit Cover Parts Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 9 BCD Cables Auxiliary Cable CAN Cable External Contact Cable RS-232 Cable Kit LAN Cables Introduction to the Autosampler Introduction to the Autosampler Sampling Sequence Injection Sequence Sampling Unit Needle-Drive Analytical head / preparative head Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 10 Analog Signal Output GPIB Interface CAN Interface Remote Interface RS-232C Setting the 8-bit Configuration Switch GPIB Default Addresses Communication Settings for RS-232C Communication Forced Cold Start Settings Stay-Resident Settings The Main Power Supply Assembly Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 11 Contents Specifications Performance Specifications Safety Information General Safety Information Lithium Batteries Information Radio Interference Sound Emission Solvent Information Agilent Technologies on Internet Index Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 12 Contents Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 13: Installing The Autosampler
Agilent 1200 Series Standard and Preparative Autosamplers Reference Manual Installing the Autosampler Site Requirements Unpacking the Autosampler Optimizing the Stack Configuration Installing the Autosampler Installing the Thermostatted Autosampler Flow Connections Sample Trays Choice of Vials and Caps Transporting the Autosampler...
Page 14: Site Requirements
Shock hazard or damage of your instrumentation can result if the devices are WA R N I N G connected to a line voltage higher than specified. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 15: Power Cords
Ensure the autosampler is installed in a level position. If a complete Agilent 1200 Series system is to be installed on the bench, make sure that the bench is designed to carry the weight of all the modules. For a...
Page 16: Environment
Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2 For inddor use only ° ° Using the autosampler at environmental temperatures higher than 50 C (122 WA R N I N G may cause the rear panel to become hot. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 17: Unpacking The Autosampler
Table 2 on page 19 and Table 3 on page 20 are listed the content of each accessory kit. Please report missing or damaged parts to your local Agilent Technologies sales and service office. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 18 Air channel adapter G1329-43200 Cover insulation no PN Capillary 0.17 mm, 900 mm G1329-87300 Capillary heat exchanger 01090-87306 Note for Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler door upgrade no PN * Reorder gives pack of 15 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 19 Air channel adapter G1329-43200 Tray for 15 x 6 ml vials (x2) G1313-44513 Union, loop extension 5022-2133 Seat extension capillary (500 µl) G1313-87307 Seat extension capillary (1500 µl) G1313-87308 Sampler - Column capillary G2260-87300 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 20 Figure 2 on page 23. Figure 3 on page 24 and Figure 4 on page 25 show the configuration recommended for a thermostatted autosampler. These configurations optimize the system flow path, ensuring minimum delay volume. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 21: Optimizing The Stack Configuration
Installing the Autosampler Solvent cabinet Vacuum degasser Pump Instant Pilot Autosampler or Preparative Autosampler Column compartment Detector Figure 1 Recommended Stack Configuration for an Autosampler (Front View) Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 22 Installing the Autosampler Remote cable AC power CAN Bus cable to Instant Pilot CAN Bus cable Analog signal to recorder LAN to LC ChemStation Figure 2 Recommended Stack Configuration for an Autosampler (Rear View) Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 23 Installing the Autosampler Instant Pilot Detector Column Compartment Solvent Cabinet Standard or Preparative Degasser Autosampler Pump ALS Thermostat Figure 3 Recommended Stack Configuration for a thermostatted ALS (Front View) Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 24 Li nk C onf i g Thermostat cable Remote cable HP I B HP - I B Addr ess Analog signal CAN bus cable to recorder Figure 4 Recommended Stack Configuration for a thermostatted ALS (Rear View) Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 25 (see Figure 5). Do not attempt to insert or remove a vial from the gripper when the gripper is positioned below the needle. Safety cover Safety flap Figure 5 Safety Flap Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 26: Installing The Autosampler
5 Ensure the power switch at the front of the Autosampler is OFF. 6 Connect the power cable to the power connector at the rear of the sampler. 7 Connect the CAN cable to the other Agilent 1200 Series modules. 8 If an Agilent Chemstation is the controller, connect either •...
Page 27 OFF. To disconnect the sampler from the line,unplug the power cord. The power will WA R N I N G supply still uses some power, even switch at the front panel is turned OFF. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 28 If the tube is located in liquid the condensed water cannot flow out of the tube and the outlet is blocked. Any further condensation will then remain in the instrument. This may damage the instruments electronics. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 29: Installing The Thermostatted Autosampler
7 Place the air channel adapter into the autosampler tray base. Make sure the adapter is fully pressed down. This assures that the cold airstream from the Thermostat is correctly guided to the tray area of the Autosampler. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 30 This will damage the electronics of the modules. 11 Connect the power cables to the power connectors. 12 Connect the CAN cable to the other Agilent 1200 Series modules. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 31 The GPIB cable to the detector • The LAN connector to the LAN interface 14 Connect the APG remote cable (optional) for non Agilent 1200 Series instruments. 15 Turn ON power by pushing the button at the lower left hand side of the sampler.
Page 32 Installing the Autosampler Relay contacts Vial number output GPIB CAN-bus RS232C Thermostat - Remote Autosampler cable Figure 9 Cable Connections Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 33: Flow Connections
4 Ensure that the waste tube is positioned inside the leak channel. Do not extend the waste capillary of the autosampler. The siphoning effect might empty the N O T E complete seat capillary introducing air into the system. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 34 Installing the Autosampler Pump outlet capillary Waste tube in Leak channel Solvent waste for corrugated waste tube Column compartment inlet capillary Figure 10 Hydraulic Connections Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 35: Sample Trays
4 Press the front of the sample tray down to secure the tray in the autosampler. If the thermostatted autosampler tray pops out of position the air channel adapter is not N O T E correctly inserted. Figure 11 Installing the Sample Tray Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 36 The vial positions of the right-hand half tray begin at position 101 as follows: Left-hand 40-position tray: 1 - 40 Left-hand 15-position tray: 1–15 Right-hand 40-position tray: 101–140 Right-hand 15-position tray: 101–115 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 37 Installing the Autosampler Position 1 Left hand half tray Position 101 Right hand half tray Figure 12 Numbering of Tray Positions Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 38: Choice Of Vials And Caps
Choice of Vials and Caps List of Compatible Vials and Caps For reliable operation vials used with the Agilent 1200 Series autosampler must not have tapered shoulders or caps that are wider than the body of the vial. The vials in...
Page 39 Description Septa 100/Pack Silver aluminum Clear PTFE/red rubber 5181-1210 Silver aluminum Clear PTFE/red rubber 5183-4498 (1000/Pack) Blue aluminum Clear PTFE/red rubber 5181-1215 Green aluminum Clear PTFE/red rubber 5181-1216 Red aluminum Clear PTFE/red rubber 5181-1217 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 40 100/Pack Blue polypropylene Clear PTFE/red rubber 5182-0717 Green polypropylene Clear PTFE/red rubber 5182-0718 Red polypropylene Clear PTFE/red rubber 5182-0719 Blue polypropylene Clear PTFE/silicone 5182-0720 Green polypropylene Clear PTFE/silicone 5182-0721 Red polypropylene Clear PTFE/silicone 5182-0722 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 41: Transporting The Autosampler
Also, ensure the vial tray is secured in place with suitable packaging, otherwise the tray may become loose and damage internal components. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 42 Installing the Autosampler Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 43: Optimizing Performance
Agilent 1200 Series Standard and Preparative Autosamplers Reference Manual Optimizing Performance Optimization for Lowest Carry-over Fast Injection Cycle and Low Delay Volume Precise Injection Volume Choice of Rotor Seal Agilent Technologies...
Page 44: Optimization For Lowest Carry-Over
When using small injection volumes or when injecting samples of low concentration immediately after samples of high concentration, carry-over may become noticeable. Using the automated needle wash enables the carry-over to be minimized and prevents also contamination of the needle seat. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 45: Using The Automated Needle Wash
2 NEEDLE WASH vial 7 3 INJECT Line 1 draws 5 µl from the current sample vial. Line 2 moves the needle to vial 7. Line 3 injects the sample (valve switches to main pass). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 46: Using An Injector Program
Inject Wait (equilibration time - see text above) Valve bypass Wait 0.2 min Valve mainpass Valve bypass Valve mainpass Overlapped injection together with additional injection valve switching is not possible. N O T E Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 47: General Recommendation To Lowest Carry-Over
If this is not known use 2 or 3 solvents of different polarity. Use several milliliters to clean the seat. • Clean the needle seat with a tissue and remove all liquid from it. • RESET the injector. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 48: Fast Injection Cycle And Low Delay Volume
100 µl instead of 1 µl, increase the injection time by approximately 8 sec. In this case and if the viscosity of the sample allows it, the draw and eject speed of the injection system has to be increased. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 49: General Recommendations For Fast Injection Cycle Times
• Increase of draw and eject speed for large injection volumes • Add at last run a blank, if overlapped injection is used To reduce the injection time, the detector balance has to be set to OFF. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 50: Precise Injection Volume
For best injection-volume precision with injection volumes < 2 µl, use of the Agilent 1200 Series degasser is recommended to ensure the mobile phase is adequately degassed. Also, using the automated needle wash (see “Optimization for Lowest Carry-over”...
Page 51 An “EJECT” statement in an injector program also uses the eject speed setting which is configured for the autosampler. A faster eject speed shortens the time required to run the injector program. When using viscous samples, a high eject speed should be avoided. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 52: Choice Of Rotor Seal
It is suitable for application using mobile phases within a pH between 1 and 14. Strong oxidizing acids such as concentrated nitric and sulfuric acids are not compatible N O T E with PEEK. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 53: Troubleshooting And Test Functions
Agilent 1200 Series Standard and Preparative Autosamplers Reference Manual Troubleshooting and Test Functions Overview of the Sampler’s Indicators and Test Functions Status Indicators Error Messages Maintenance Functions Step Commands Troubleshooting Agilent Technologies...
Page 54: Overview Of The Sampler's Indicators And Test Functions
The step functions provide the possibility to execute each step of the sampling sequence individually. The step functions are used primarily for troubleshooting, and for verification of correct autosampler operation after repair (see “Step Commands” on page 93). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 55: Status Indicators
Status indicator Power supply indicator Figure 13 Location of Status Indicators Power Supply Indicator The power supply indicator is integrated into the main power switch. When the indicator is illuminated (green) the power is ON. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 56: Instrument Status Indicator
Usually, an error condition requires attention (for example, leak, defective internal components). An error condition always interrupts the analysis. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 57: Error Messages
This section describes the meaning of autosampler error messages, and provides information on probable causes and suggested actions how to recover from error conditions. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 58: Timeout
• A not-ready condition was present during a sequence or multiple-injection run for a period longer than the timeout threshold. Suggested Actions ✔ Check the logbook for the occurrence and source of a not-ready condition. Restart the analysis where required. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 59: Shutdown
Fix the leak in the external instrument before restarting the autosampler. ✔ Check external instruments for a shut-down condition. ✔ Check the degasser for an error condition. Refer to the Reference Manual for the Agilent 1200 Series degasser. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 60: Remote Timeout
Ensure the instrument showing the not-ready condition is installed correctly, and is set up correctly for analysis. ✔ Exchange the remote cable. ✔ Check the instrument for defects (refer to the instrument’s reference documentation). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 61: Synchronization Lost
Ensure all the CAN cables are connected correctly. ✔ Switch off the system. Restart the system, and determine which module or modules are not recognized by the system. ✔ Ensure all CAN cables are installed correctly. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 62: Leak
• Leaking rotor seal or needle seat. • Defective metering seal. Suggested Actions ✔ Ensure all fittings are tight. ✔ Exchange defective capillaries. ✔ Exchange the rotor seal or seat capillary. ✔ Exchange the metering seal. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 63: Leak Sensor Open
Probable Causes • Leak sensor not connected to the ASM board. • Defective leak sensor. Suggested Actions ✔ Ensure the leak sensor is connected correctly. ✔ Exchange the leak sensor. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 64: Leak Sensor Short
If the current increases above the upper limit, the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Defective leak sensor. Suggested Actions ✔ Exchange the leak sensor. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 65: Compensation Sensor Open
If the resistance across the sensor increases above the upper limit, the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Defective ASM board. Suggested Actions ✔ Exchange the ASM board. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 66: Compensation Sensor Short
If the resistance across the sensor falls below the lower limit, the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Defective ASM board. Suggested Actions ✔ Exchange the ASM board. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 67: Fan Failed
5 seconds, the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Fan cable disconnected. • Defective fan. • Defective ASM board. Suggested Actions ✔ Ensure the fan is connected correctly. ✔ Exchange fan. ✔ Exchange the ASM board. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 68: Open Cover
Probable Causes • The top foam was removed during operation. • Foam not activating the sensor. • Sensor defective. Suggested Actions ✔ Replace the top foam. ✔ Exchange the ASM board. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 69: Restart Without Cover
OFF within 30 s, and the error message is generated. Probable Causes • autosampler started with the top cover and foam removed. Suggested Actions ✔ Replace the top cover and foam. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 70: Arm Movement Failed
• Defective motor assembly. • Defective transport assembly flex board. • Defective ASM board. Suggested Actions ✔ Ensure unobstructed movement of the transport assembly. ✔ Exchange the transport assembly. ✔ Exchange the ASM board. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 71: Valve To Bypass Failed
If the valve fails to reach the bypass position, or if the microswitch does not close, the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Defective injection valve. • Defective ASM board. Suggested Actions ✔ Exchange the injection valve. ✔ Exchange the ASM board. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 72: Valve To Mainpass Failed
If the valve fails to reach the mainpass position, or if the microswitch does not close, the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Defective injection valve. • Defective ASM board. Suggested Actions ✔ Exchange the injection valve. ✔ Exchange the ASM board. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 73: Needle Up Failed
• Sticking spindle assembly. • Defective ASM board. Suggested Actions ✔ Exchange the sampling unit flex board. ✔ Exchange the needle drive motor. ✔ Exchange the spindle assembly or sampling unit assembly. ✔ Exchange ASM board. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 74: Needle Down Failed
Ensure the correct needle type is used, and installed correctly. ✔ Exchange the sampling unit flex board. ✔ Exchange the needle drive motor. ✔ Exchange the spindle assembly or sampling unit assembly. ✔ Exchange the ASM board. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 75: Missing Vial
• Defective transport assembly flex board. Suggested Actions ✔ Install the sample vial in the correct position, or edit the method or sequence accordingly. ✔ Align gripper. ✔ Exchange the gripper assembly. ✔ Exchange the transport assembly. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 76: Initialization Failed
• Defective sampling unit motor. • Defective ASM board. Suggested Actions ✔ Ensure unobstructed movement of the transport assembly. ✔ Exchange the defective sampling unit motor. ✔ Exchange the transport assembly. ✔ Exchange the ASM board. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 77: Metering Home Failed
• Defective metering-drive motor. • Defective ASM board. Suggested Actions ✔ Exchange the sampling unit flex board. ✔ Exchange the metering plunger and seal. ✔ Exchange the metering-drive motor. ✔ Exchange the ASM board. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 78: Motor Temperature
• Defective transport assembly flex board. Suggested Actions ✔ Switch OFF the autosampler at the power switch. Wait at least 10 minutes before switching on again. ✔ Ensure unobstructed movement of the transport assembly. ✔ Exchange the transport assembly. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 79: Initialization With Vial
Probable Causes • Vial still in gripper. Suggested Actions ✔ Remove the vial using the “Release Vial” function in the user interface. Reinitialize the autosampler. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 80: Safety Flap Missing
If the gripper is able to move beyond the safety flap position (safety flap not in position), the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Safety flap missing or broken. Suggested Actions ✔ Exchange the safety flap. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 81: Vial In Gripper
Probable Causes • Vial still in gripper. Suggested Actions ✔ Remove the vial using the “Release Vial” function in the user interface. Reinitialize the autosampler. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 82: Missing Wash Vial
Probable Causes • No wash vial in the position defined in the method. Suggested Actions ✔ Install the wash vial in the correct position, or edit the method accordingly. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 83: Invalid Vial Position
Install the correct trays, or edit the method or sequence accordingly. ✔ Ensure the coding surfaces of the sample tray are clean (located at the rear of the sample tray). ✔ Exchange the transport assembly. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 84: Maintenance Functions
In the ChemStation the ALS maintenance positions can be selected from the Maintenance menu in the Diagnosis display. In the Control Module the functions can be selected in the Test screens of the autosampler. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 85: User Interface
Change Gripper: The change gripper function moves the gripper to the front of the autosampler enabling easy access to the gripper release mechanism. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 86: Change Needle
The lowest position (“end position”) is used to align the needle at the correct position in the needle seat. End (Done) Completes the procedure by moving the gripper arm to the home position, and releasing the safety flap. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 87 4 Exchange the needle or needle seat (see “Needle-Seat Assembly” page 114 and “Needle Assembly” on page 111). 5 Replace the front cover. 6 Select “End” (“Done”) to complete the procedure. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 88: Change Piston
1 Select “Start” (“Change") to move the piston to the maintenance position. 2 Exchange the metering seal (see “Gripper Arm” on page 128). 3 Select “End” (“Done”) to move the piston back to the home position. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 89: Park Arm (Park Gripper)
Using the Park Arm Function 1 Select “Park Arm” (“Park Gripper”). 2 When the arm is in the park position, the autosampler is ready for shipment, and can be switched OFF. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 90: Change Gripper (Change Arm)
1 Select “Start” (“Change") to move the gripper arm to the maintenance position. 2 Exchange the gripper arm (see “Gripper Arm” on page 128). 3 Select “End” (“Done”) to move the gripper arm to the home position. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 91: Tray Alignment
On completion of the procedure, the corrected gripper positions are stored in the instrument firmware. The alignment procedure requires an Agilent 1200 Series Control Module G1323B with N O T E firmware revision B.02.02 or higher. The screen with the alignment dialog box can be found under the menus Views >...
Page 92 OK. However, if at both positions the correction still should be in one direction or, if the failure in one position is larger than the other, you must restart the alignment procedure with step 3. The same goes for the Theta correction. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 93: Step Commands
Command also lifts the needle position. to the upper position. Needle into Vial Lowers the needle into the vial. Command also positions the vial at the seat, and lifts the needle to the upper position. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 94 Mainpass Switches the injection valve to the mainpass position. Needle Up/Mainpass Lifts the needle arm to the upper Command available from position and Switches the injection Control Module only. valve to the mainpass position. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 95: Troubleshooting
Sum of all draw volumes exceeds 100µl. Defective metering-drive motor. Needle Up Needle already in the upper position. Needle already in the upper position. Defective or dirty sensor on the sampling-unit flex board. Sticking needle-arm assembly. Defective needle-drive motor. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 96 Blockage in the sample loop or needle (no solvent flow). Needle already in the upper position. Defective or dirty sensor on the sampling-unit flex board. Sticking needle-arm assembly. Defective needle-drive motor.Valve already in mainpass. Valve not connected. Defective injection valve. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 97: Troubleshooting Guide For The Sample Transport Assembly
• motor overtemp (0 or 2 or 3) • movement failed (0 or 2 or 3) • missing vial Motor 0=X; 1=Z; 2=Theta; 3=Gripper. N O T E Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 98: Intermittent Lock-Ups With Or Without Vial In The Gripper Fingers
“motor over temp”, “initialization failed (X-axis)” errors are solved. 2 Check the vials and the caps. For reliable operation, vials used with the Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler must not have tapered shoulders or caps that are wider than the body of the vial.
Page 99 Repeat this steps until the values are in the appropriate torque range. 9 Exchange the sample transport assembly (G1329-60009). 10 Exchange the main board (part number G1329-69520). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 100: Jittery (Shaky) Movement In X And Or Theta Axes And/Or When The Needle Goes Through The Gripper Arm Into The Via
To avoid this, apply some grease from the sample transport repair kit to the X-motor-gear. Do not use other grease as the one in the kit and carefully follow the instruction from the N O T E technical note. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 101 Module and the Chemstation. To reset the transport alignment with the Chemstation enter following command in the command line. Print sendmodule$(lals, “tray:alig 0.00,0.00”) 7 Exchange the sample transport assembly (part number G1329-60009). 8 Exchange the main board (part number G1329-69520). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 102: Poor Alignment, Seen During Vial Pickup And Vial Replacement And/Or When The Needle Hits The Gripper Arm
X-motor-gear. Do not use other grease as the one in the kit and carefully follow the instruction from the N O T E technical note. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 103 Torque2.mac macro. Repeat this steps until the values are in the appropriate torque range. 7 Exchange the sample transport assembly (part number G1329-60009). 8 Exchange the main board (part number G1329-69520). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 104 Troubleshooting and Test Functions Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 105: Repairing The Autosampler
Agilent 1200 Series Standard and Preparative Autosamplers Reference Manual Repairing the Autosampler Introduction into Repairing the Autosampler Overview of Main Repair Procedures Simple Repairs Exchanging Internal Parts Agilent Technologies...
Page 106: Introduction Into Repairing The Autosampler
Agilent-trained service personnel. There are no other field-replaceable parts in the transport assembly. If any other component is defective (flex board, spindles, plastic parts) the complete unit must be exchanged. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 107: Using The Esd Strap
Repairing the Autosampler Updating the Firmware The Agilent 1200 Series LC modules are fitted with FLASH EPROMS. These EPROMS enable you to update the instrument firmware from the ChemStation, PCMCIA card, or through the RS232 interface. The firmware update procedure is described in the on-line user information.
Page 108 Repairing the Autosampler Figure 14 Using the ESD Strap Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 109: Overview Of Main Repair Procedures
Overview of Main Repair Procedures ASM board, Transport assembly, page 157 page 139 Metering seal, page 124 Needle page 111 Rotor seal, page 120 Power supply, Needle seat page 169 page 114 Figure 15 Main Assemblies Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 110: Simple Repairs
Exchanging the When autosampler reproducibility 30 minutes See“Metering Seal and Plunger” metering seal indicates seal wear page 124 Exchanging the gripper When the gripper arm is defective 10 minutes See“Gripper Arm” on page 128 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 111: Needle Assembly
WA R N I N G operation. Do not bend the safety flap away from its position, or attempt to insert or remove a vial from the gripper when the gripper is positioned below the needle. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 112 2 Remove the sample-loop fitting from the needle fitting. with the hole in the safety cover. 3 Loosen the fixing screw, and lift out the needle. 4 Insert the new needle. Align the needle in the seat, then tighten the screw firmly. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 113 7 Ensure the needle is aligned with the seat. On completion of this procedure: • Install the front cover. • Select “End” in the maintenance function “Change Needle” (see “Change Needle” on page 86). CellFrame Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 114: Needle-Seat Assembly
Use the “Needle Up” command in the “Change Needle” function to lift the needle an addition 1 cm. 1 Disconnect the seat-capillary fitting from the injection 2 Use a small flat-head screwdriver to ease out the needle valve (port 5). seat. CellFrame CellFrame Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 115 5 Use “Down” to position the needle approximately 2 mm 6 Ensure the needle is aligned with the seat. If required, above the seat bend the needle slightly until the needle is aligned correctly. CellFrame Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 116 Repairing the Autosampler On completion of this procedure: • Install the front cover. • Select “End” in the maintenance function “Change Needle” (see “Change Needle” on page 86). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 117: Stator Face
1 Remove all capillary fittings from the injection-valve ports. 2 Loosen each fixing bolt two turns at a time. Remove the bolts from the head. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 118 5 Install stator head and stator face. Tighten the bolts 6 Reconnect the pump capillaries to the valve ports (see alternately two turns at a time until the stator head is “Hydraulic Connections” on page 35). secure. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 119 Repairing the Autosampler 7 Slide the waste tube into the waste holder in the leak tray. On completion of this procedure: • Install the front cover. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 120: Rotor Seal
1 Remove all capillary fittings from the injection-valve ports. 2 Loosen each fixing bolt two turns at a time. Remove the bolts from the head. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 121 6 Install the stator ring with the short of the two pins facing metal spring inside the isolation seal faces towards the towards you at the 12 O’Clock position. Ensure the ring valve body. sits flat on the valve body. CellFrame CellFrame Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 122 9 Reconnect the pump capillaries to the valve ports (see 10 Slide the waste tube into the waste holder in the leak tray. “Hydraulic Connections” on page 35). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 123 Repairing the Autosampler On completion of this procedure: • Install the front cover. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 124: Metering Seal And Plunger
1 Remove the two capillaries from the metering-head 2 Remove the two fixing bolts, and pull the head assembly assembly. away from the sampler. Notice that the closed side of the metering head faces upwards. CellFrame CellFrame Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 125 CellFrame 5 Use a small screwdriver to carefully remove the seal. 6 Install the new seal. Press the seal firmly into position. Clean the chamber with lint-free cloth. Ensure all particular matter is removed. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 126 CellFrame 9 Install the fixing bolts. Tighten the bolts securely. 10 Install the metering head assembly in the autosampler. Ensure the large hole in the metering head is facing downwards. CellFrame Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 127 Repairing the Autosampler 11 Reinstall the capillaries. On completion of this procedure: • Install the front cover. • Select “End” in the maintenance function “Change piston” (see “Change Piston” on page 88). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 128: Gripper Arm
1 Identify the slit below the gripper motor and the gripper 2 Rotate the arm approximately 2.5cm (1 inch) to the left and arm release button. insert the straightened paper clip into the slit. button slit CellFrame CellFrame Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 129 5 The gripper arm will come off. 6 Replace the gripper arm by holding the paper clip in place, pushing the gripper arm into the holder and rotating the gripper arm to the left. CellFrame CellFrame Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 130 Repairing the Autosampler On completion of this procedure: • Install the front cover. • Turn the power to the autosampler ON. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 131: Interface Board
3 Loosen the screws. Slide out the interface board from the autosampler. 4 Install the interface board. Secure the screws. 5 Reconnect the cables to the board connectors Screws Figure 16 Exchanging the Interface Board Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 132: Exchanging Internal Parts
ESD strap when handling internal components (see “Using the ESD Strap” page 107). The procedures in this section describe how to exchange defective internal parts. You must remove the autosampler from the stack in order to open the main cover. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 133: Assembling The Main Cover
Observe the assembly instructions carefully. The main cover cannot be disassembled C A U T I O N once assembled incorrectly. 1 Insert the “Agilent Technologies 1200 Series” nameplate into the recess in the top cover 2 Place the top cover on the bench.
Page 134: Top Cover And Foam
C A U T I O N electrostatic discharge. Always use the ESD strap when handling electronic boards. 1 Switch OFF the autosampler at the main power switch. 2 If installed, remove the ECB board. Remove the power cable. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 135 3 Move the safety lever to the left.Lift the clips on the top 4 Lift the cover away. cover. safety lever CellFrame CellFrame clip 5 Unscrew the three screws on the top plate. Remove the 6 Carefully remove the top foam. top plate. CellFrame CellFrame Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 136: Installing The Top Cover And Foam
2 Engage the slot on the top plate onto the side plate. CellFrame 3 Fix the top plate in place with the three screws. 4 Engage the top cover into the bottom cover. CellFrame Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 137 Repairing the Autosampler 5 Lower the cover into place. Ensure the clips close firmly. 6 Slide the power lock to the right, and install the power cable. CellFrame CellFrame Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 138: Illumination Assembly
There are no screws, the can be removed by turning the rail approximately 60 foam will keep the assembly in place. degrees. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 139: Transport Assembly
2 Remove the Illumination assembly as described on page 138 3 Lift out the transport assembly. This may require a flat head screwdriver to separate the transport assembly from the sampling unit Figure 18 Removing the Transport Assembly Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 140: Installing The Transport Assembly
Transport assembly Sampling unit On completion of this procedure: • Ensure the transport assembly is seated firmly. • Install the top cover and foam (page 134). • Verify the transport assembly alignment (page 102). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 141: Sampling Unit
Remove the transport assembly (page 139). 1 Remove the pump and column thermostat capillaries 2 Pull out the waste tube from the holder in the leak tray. (ports 1 and 6) from the injection valve. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 142 4 Lift the sampling unit and tray base approximately 10 cm. the sampling-unit connector. Slide the leak sensor out of the leak plane. 5 Lift the sampling unit and tray base out of the 6 Turn the tray-base locking screw ¼-turn anti-clockwise. autosampler. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 143 Repairing the Autosampler 7 Slide the tray base back to disengage the tray base from the sampling unit. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 144: Installing The Sampling Unit
128. 1 Mount the tray base onto the sampling unit. Ensure the 2 Tighten the locking screw ¼-turn clockwise. tray base is positioned flush against the sampling unit. Correct positioning of the tray base Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 145 5 Slide the sampling unit and tray base forwards. Ensure the 6 Install the pump and column thermostat capillaries (ports sampling unit connector is seated correctly. 1 and 6) in the injection valve. Connector Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 146 7 Install the waste tube in the holder in the leak tray. On completion of this procedure: • Install the transport assembly (page 139). • Install the top cover (page 134). • Install the vial tray. • Verify the transport assembly alignment (page 102). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 147: Injection-Valve Assembly
Remove the top cover (page 134). Remove the transport assembly (page 139). Remove the sampling unit (page 141). 1 Disconnect the valve-cable connector from the SUD board 2 Remove the three fixing screws. (labelled “Valve Assy”). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 148 4 Feed the cable of the new valve through to the SUD board). 5 Connect the valve cable to the connector (labelled “Valve 6 Fix the valve assembly in place securely with the three Assy”). screws. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 149 Install the sampling unit (page 141). • Install the transport assembly (page 139). • Install the top cover (page 134). • Replace the injection-valve capillaries (page 35). • Verify the transport assembly alignment (page 102). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 150: Metering-Drive Motor And Belt
(page 139). Remove the sampling unit (page 141). 1 Disconnect the motor connector from the SUD board 2 Remove the four fixing screws. (labelled “Metering M”). 3 Remove the motor. 4 Remove the belt. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 151 • Install the sampling unit (page 141). • Install the transport assembly (page 139). • Install the top cover (page 134). • Verify the transport assembly alignment (page 102). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 152: Needle-Drive Motor And Belt
Parts required Needle-drive motor 5062-8590 Belt 1500-0697 Preparations for this Remove the top cover (page 134). procedure 1 Lift away the drive belt. 2 Disconnect the motor connector from the SUD board (labelled “Needle M”). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 153 Arm” on page 128). 5 .Feed the motor cable through to the SUD board. Connect 6 Secure the motor in place with the four fixing screws. the cable to the connector, labelled “Needle M”. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 154 7 Install the belt. 8 Install the metering-head assembly (see “Gripper Arm” page 128). On completion of this procedure: • Install the top cover (page 134). • Verify the transport assembly alignment (page 102). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 155: Fan
C A U T I O N “Using the ESD Strap” on page 107) when handling electronic boards. 1 Disconnect the fan connector from the ASM board. 2 Lift the fan, and carefully pull the fan out of the foam. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 156 4 Connect the fan connector to the ASM board. CellFrame On completion of this procedure: • Install the transport assembly (page 139). • Install the top cover and foam (page 134). • Verify the transport assembly alignment (page 102). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 157: Asm Board
N O T E instrument serial number, and realignment of the gripper. 1 Remove the connector screws from the GPIB and RS232 2 Disconnect all connectors on ASM board. connectors. CellFrame CellFrame GPIB screws RS232 screws Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 158 An incorrect switch setting (e.g., TEST/ BOOT) may cause the autosampler to turn in a basic mode (yellow or red flashing status light). In such a case turn off the pump, re-set the address switches, and turn on the pump again. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 159 165. 8 Check the firmware revision of the autosampler. If the firmware revision is older than the current firmware revision of the autosampler, update the firmware, see “Replacing the Autosampler Firmware” on page 166 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 160: Changing The Product Number Or Serial Number
N O T E The reply line will respond with RA 0000 SER followed by the module serial number you just entered. To change the type of the module use the following command: print sendmodule$(lals, "TYPE XXXXX") Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 161: Using The Instant Pilot G4208A
6 Press Done to transfer the information into the main board’s memory. Press Cancel quit the process. 7 Turn the module OFF then ON again. The Maintenance screen should display the correct serial number for this module. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 162: Using The Control Module G1323B
6 Turn the detector OFF then ON again. The Records screen should display the correct serial number for this module. 7 If an Agilent ChemStation is also connected, restart the Agilent ChemStation now as well. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 163 4 Press Enter. This will display the box labeled Serial#. 5 Letters and numbers are created using the up and down arrows. Into the box labeled Serial#, enter the 10-character serial number for the Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 164 ChemStation. The main board must then be replaced. 6 Turn the autosampler off, then on again. The Records screen should display the correct serial number for this module. 7 If a ChemStation is also connected, re-boot the ChemStation now as well. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 165 Agilent 1200 Series access screen during the re-boot of the ChemStation. 3 After boot-up, the serial number you have just entered can be seen under the Instrument menu of the main user interface screen.
Page 166 • if after exchange of the mainboard (ASM) the version on board is older than previous installed one. To upgrade the autosampler firmware the following steps have to be performed: • Load the firmware into the autosampler, see the help system of your user interface. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 167: Sud Board
Take care not to damage the flex board when removing the SUD board. C A U T I O N 1 Disconnect all connectors from the SUD board. 2 Remove the two fixing screws, and lift out the board. Fixing screws Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 168 Install the sampling unit (page 141). Flex board • Install the transport assembly (page 139). Metering drive • Install the top cover (page 134).Verify the transport assembly alignment (page 102). Needle drive Leak sensor Injection Valve Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 169: Power Supply
C A U T I O N “Using the ESD Strap” on page 107) when handling electronic boards. 1 Remove the bottom foam. 2 Remove the power switch light pipe from the coupler. Coupler Light pipe CellFrame Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 170 5 Remove the coupler from the of the power supply. 6 Insert the coupler onto the switch of the new power supply. CellFrame CellFrame 7 Install the power supply in the module. 8 Connect the light pipe to the coupler. CellFrame CellFrame Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 171 9 Install the bottom foam. Ensure the cables are positioned On completion of this procedure: as shown. • Install the ASM board (page 157). • Install the fan (page 155). Install the sampling unit (page 141). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 172: Leak Sensor
1 Disconnect the leak sensor from the SUD board (labelled 2 Feed the cable of the new sensor through the base of the “leak sensor”). Remove the sensor. sampling unit to the SUD board. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 173 On completion of this procedure: sensor”). • Install the sampling unit (page 141). • Install the transport assembly (page 139). • Install the top cover (page 134). Verify the transport assembly alignment (page 102). Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 174 Repairing the Autosampler Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 175: Parts And Materials
Agilent 1200 Series Standard and Preparative Autosamplers Reference Manual Parts and Materials Main Assemblies Sampling Unit Assembly Analytical-Head Assembly Injection-Valve Assembly Sheet Metal Kit Cover Parts Foam Parts Power and Status Light Pipes Leak System Parts Vial Trays Standard Autosampler Accessory Kit G1329-68725...
Page 176: Main Assemblies
Parts and Materials Main Assemblies Figure 19 Autosampler Main Assemblies Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 177 G2260-87300 Power supply assembly (part not shown) 0950-2528 Screw M4, 8 mm lg - power supply (part not shown) 0515-0910 BCD board (not shown) G1351-68701 Cable, autosampler to ALS thermostat (part not shown) G1330-81600 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 178: Sampling Unit Assembly
Needle-seat assy (0.17 mm i.d 2.3 µl) for G1329A (STANDARD) G1313-87101 Needle-seat assy (0.12 mm i.d 1.2 µl) for G1329A G1313-87103 Needle-seat assy (0.50 mm i.d 20 µl) for G2260A G2260-87101 Seat adapter G1313-43204 Safety flap G1313-44106 Flex board G1313-68715 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 179 Needle assembly for G1329-87101 or G1329-87103 needle seat G1329-80001 Needle assembly (900 µl loop capillary) for G1313-87101 needle seat G1313-87202 Needle assembly (900 µl loop capillary) for G2260-87101 needle-seat G2260-87201 Clamp Kit (includes needle clamp and 2 x clamp screw) G1313-68713 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 180 Parts and Materials Figure 20 Autosampler Sampling Unit Assembly Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 181: Analytical-Head Assembly
Analytical head assembly, includes items 1 – 6 01078-60003 Screws 0515-0850 Plunger assembly 5063-6586 Adapter 01078-23202 Support seal assembly 5001-3739 Metering seal (pack of 2) 5063-6589 Head body 01078-27710 Screw M5, 60 mm lg, for mounting of assembly 0515-2118 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 182 Parts and Materials Figure 21 Analytical-Head Assembly Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 183 Screw M5, 60 mm lg, for mounting of assembly 0515-2118 * This head is limited to 400 Bars. It can only be assembled on a sampling unit with the description µl at 400 Bar. “supports 900 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 184: Injection-Valve Assembly
Injection-Valve Assembly for G1329A Item Description Part Number Injection-valve assembly, includes items1 – 6 0101-0921 Isolation seal 0100-1852 Rotor seal (Vespel) 0100-1853 Rotor seal (Tefzel) 0100-1849 Stator face 0100-1851 Stator head 0100-1850 Stator screws 1535-4857 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 185 Isolation seal 0100-1852 3 - 4 Rotor seal (PEEK) + Stator face (PEEK) kit 0101-1268 Stator head 0100-2195 Stator screws 1535-4857 * MBB (Make Before Brake) is a trademark by Rheodyne Figure 22 Injection-Valve Assembly Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 186: Sheet Metal Kit
Parts and Materials Sheet Metal Kit Table 24 Sheet Metal Item Description Part Number Slot cover 5001-3772 Screw cover 5022-2112 Autosampler Sheet metal kit for G1329A / G2260A G1329-68701 Figure 23 Sheet Metal Kit Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 187: Cover Parts
Item Description Part Number Autosampler Cover kit for G1329A / G2260A G1329-68713 (include base, side panels and top cover) Name plate for Agilent 1200 Series 5042-8901 Transparent front cover G1313-68714 Door repair kit (includes transparent side and front door) G1329-68707...
Page 188: Foam Parts
Foam Parts Table 26 Foam Parts Item Description Part Number Foam kit, includes items 2 and 3 G1313-68702 Board guides 5041-8395 Top foam Order foam kit Bottom foam Order foam kit Figure 25 Foam Parts Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 189: Power And Status Light Pipes
Power and Status Light Pipes Item Description Part Number Power switch button 5041-8381 Light pipe — power switch 5041-8382 Power switch coupler 5041-8383 Light pipe — status lamp 5041-8384 Figure 26 Power and Status Light Pipes Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 190: Leak System Parts
Leak System Parts Item Description Part Number Leak funnel holder 5041-8389 Leak sensor 5061-3356 Leak plane G1313-44511 Leak tubing 120 mm 5062-2463 Leak funnel 5041-8388 * reorder gives 5 m Figure 27 Leak System Parts Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 191: Vial Trays
(includes items 4, 5). Spring stud 0570-1574 Halftray for 40 × 2-ml vials (not shown) G1313-44512 Halftray for 15 × 6-ml vials (not shown) G1313-44513 Figure 28 Thermostatted Autosampler Vial Trays and Tray Base Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 192: Standard Autosampler Accessory Kit G1329-68725
Front door cooled autosampler no PN Air channel adapter G1329-43200 Cover insulation no PN Capillary 0.17 mm, 900 mm G1329-87300 Capillary heat exchanger 01090-87306 Note for Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler door upgrade no PN Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 193: Preparative Autosampler Accessory Kit G2260-68705
Tray for 15 x 6 ml vials (x2) G1313-44513 Union, loop extension 5022-2133 Seat extension capillary (500 µl) G1313-87307 Seat extension capillary (1500 µl) G1313-87308 Sampler - Column capillary G2260-87300 Pump - Sampler capillary G2260-87301 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 194: Maintenance Kit G1313-68709
Parts and Materials Maintenance Kit G1313-68709 Table 32 Maintenance Kit Item Description Part Number Rotor seal (Vespel) 0100-1853 Needle assembly G1313-87201 Needle-seat assembly G1313-87101 Metering seal (pack of 2) 5063-6589 Finger caps (pack of 15) 5063-6506 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 195: Multi-Draw Kit G1313-68711
Multi-Draw Kit G1313-68711 Table 33 Multi-Draw Kit Item Description Part Number Seat capillary, 500 µl, 0.5 mm id G1313-87307 Seat capillary, 1500 µl, 0.9 mm id G1313-87308 Seat capillary, 5000 µl 0101-0301 Union 5022-6515 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 196: 900 Μl Injection Upgrade Kit G1363A For G1329A
900 µl Injection Upgrade Kit G1363A for G1329A Table 34 900 µl Injection Upgrade Kit Item Description Part Number Analytical Head, 900 µl G1313-60007 Loop Extension, 900 µl G1313-87303 Union, loop extension 5022-2133 Needle, 900 µl G1313-87202 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 197: External Tray G1313-60004
Parts and Materials External Tray G1313-60004 Table 35 External Tray Item Description Part Number External tray G1313-60004 Disposal tube G1313-27302 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 198 Parts and Materials Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 199: Identifying Cables
Agilent 1200 Series Standard and Preparative Autosamplers Reference Manual Identifying Cables Cable Overview Analog Cables Remote Cables BCD Cables Auxiliary Cable CAN Cable External Contact Cable RS-232 Cable Kit LAN Cables This chapter provides information on cables. Agilent Technologies...
Page 200: Cable Overview
Identifying Cables Cable Overview Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies to ensure WA R N I N G proper functionality and compliance with safety or EMC regulations. Table 36 Cables Overview Type Description Part Number...
Page 201 5181-1516 cables Agilent 1200 module to module, 1 m 5181-1519 Agilent 1200 module to control module G1323-81600 External Agilent 1200 Series interface board to general purpose G1103-61611 contacts GPIB Agilent 1200 module to Agilent ChemStation, 1 m 10833A cable Agilent 1200 module to Agilent ChemStation, 2 m...
Page 202: Analog Cables
Identifying Cables Analog Cables One end of these cables provides a BNC connector to be connected to Agilent 1200 Series modules. The other end depends on the instrument to which connection is being made. Agilent 1200 to 3390/2/3 Integrators Connector...
Page 203 Connector Signal Name 35900-60750 3394/6 Agilent 1200 Not connected Shield Analog - Center Analog + Agilent 1200 to BNC Connector Connector Signal Name 8120-1840 Agilent 1200 Shield Shield Analog - Center Center Analog + Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 204 Identifying Cables Agilent 1200 to General Purpose Connector Signal Name 01046-60105 3394/6 Agilent 1200 Not connected Black Analog - Analog + Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 205: Remote Cables
Remote Cables One end of these cables provides a Agilent Technologies APG (Analytical Products Group) remote connector to be connected to Agilent 1200 Series modules. The other end depends on the instrument to be connected to. Agilent 1200 to 3390 Integrators...
Page 206 4 - Blue Shut down 5 - Pink Not connected 6 - Yellow Power on High 5,14 7 - Red Ready High 8 - Green Stop 9 - Black Start request 13, 15 Not connected Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 207 Start request 13, 15 Not connected Agilent 1200 to 3396 Series II / 3395A Integrators Use the cable 03394-60600 and cut pin #5 on the integrator side. Otherwise the integrator prints START; not ready. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 208 Not connected 6 - Yellow 6 - Yellow Power on High 7 - Red 7 - Red Ready High 8 - Green 8 - Green Stop 9 - Black 9 - Black Start request Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 209 3 - Gray Start 4 - Blue Shut down 5 - Pink Not connected 6 - Yellow Power on High 7 - Red Ready High 8 - Green Stop 9 - Black Start request Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 210: Bcd Cables
Identifying Cables BCD Cables One end of these cables provides a 15-pin BCD connector to be connected to the Agilent 1200 Series modules. The other end depends on the instrument to be connected to Agilent 1200 to General Purpose Connector...
Page 211 Agilent 1200 to 3396 Integrators Connector Signal Name BCD Digit 03396-60560 3392/3 Agilent 1200 BCD 5 BCD 7 BCD 6 BCD 4 BCD0 BCD 3 BCD 2 BCD 1 Digital ground + 5 V Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 212: Auxiliary Cable
Identifying Cables Auxiliary Cable One end of this cable provides a modular plug to be connected to the Agilent 1200 Series vacuum degasser. The other end is for general purpose. Agilent 1200 Series Degasser to general purposes Connector Color Signal Name...
Page 213: Can Cable
Both ends of this cable provide a modular plug to be connected to Agilent 1200 Series module’s CAN-bus connectors. Agilent 1200 module to module, 0.5 m 5181-1516 Agilent 1200 module to module, 1 m 5181-1519 Agilent 1200 module to control module G1323-81600 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 214: External Contact Cable
External Contact Cable One end of this cable provides a 15-pin plug to be connected to Agilent 1200 Series module’s interface board. The other end is for general purpose. Agilent 1200 Series Interface Board to general purposes Connector Color Signal Name...
Page 215: Rs-232 Cable Kit
Use the cable and adapter to connect Aligent Technologies instruments with 9-pin male RS-232 connectors to most PCs or printers. Agilent 1200 module to PC RS-232 Cable Kit 34398As Instrument Female Female Male Male Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 216: Lan Cables
LAN Cables Recommended Cables Table 37 Description Part number Cross-over network cable (shielded, 3 m long), 5023-0203 (for point to point connection) Twisted pair network cable (shielded, 7 m long), 5023-0202 (for hub connections) Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 217: Introduction To The Autosampler
Agilent 1200 Series Standard and Preparative Autosamplers Reference Manual Introduction to the Autosampler Introduction to the Autosampler Sampling Sequence Sampling Unit Transport Assembly Early Maintenance Feedback (EMF) Electrical Connections Agilent Technologies...
Page 218: Introduction To The Autosampler
The Agilent 1200 Series autosamplers and Agilent 1200 Series autosamplers are designed for use with other modules of the Agilent 1200 Series LC system, with the HP 1050 Series, or with other LC systems if adequate remote control inputs and outputs are available.
Page 219 Control of the vial temperature in the thermostatted autosampler is achieved using an additional Agilent 1200 Series module; the ALS thermostat. Details of this module are given in the Agilent 1200 Series thermostatted autosampler Supplemental Manual.
Page 220: Sampling Sequence
9 The gripper arm checks the safety flap is in position. 10 The gripper arm replaces the vial, and returns to the home position. Simultaneously, the needle lowers into the seat. 11 The injection valve switches to the mainpass position. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 221: Injection Sequence
When the sample sequence begins, the valve unit switches to the bypass position (Figure 31). Solvent from the pump enters the valve unit at port 1, and flows directly to the column through port 6. Figure 31 Bypass Position Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 222 The needle is lowered into the needle seat, and the injection valve switches back to the mainpass position, flushing the sample onto the column (Figure 33). Figure 33 Mainpass Position (Sample Injection) Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 223: Sampling Unit
The replacement sampling unit excludes the injection valve and metering head assemblies. N O T E The sampling units for the standard and the preparative autosamplers are different. Needle drive Metering device Injection valve Figure 34 Autosampler Sampling Unit Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 224: Needle-Drive
15000 15000 Volume resolution 7 nl/motor step 60 nl/motor step 60 nl/motor step Maximum stroke 100 µl 900 µl 900 µl Pressure limit 400 bars 200 bars 400 bars Plunger material Sapphire Sapphire Sapphire Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 225: Injection-Valve
Standard Preparative MBB™ Motor type 4V, 1.2A stepper motor 4V, 1.2A stepper motor Seal material Vespel™ (Tefzel™ PEEK available) Stator material Ceramic/PEEK PEEK Number of ports Switching time < 150 ms < 150 ms Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 226: Transport Assembly
The encoders monitor the position of the motors continually, and correct for position errors automatically (e.g. if the gripper is accidentally moved out of position when loading vials into the vial Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 227 These positions are used by the processor to calculate the actual motor position. An additional six reflection sensors for tray recognition are mounted on the flex board at the front of the assembly. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 228: Early Maintenance Feedback (Emf)
This counter display the total number of switches of the injection valve since the last reset of the counter. Needle Movements Counter This counter displays the total number of movements of the needle into the seat since the last reset of the counter. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 229: Using The Emf Counters
EMF limits, and then reset the EMF counters to zero. The next time the EMF counters exceed the new EMF limits, the EMF flag will be displayed, providing a reminder that maintenance needs to be scheduled. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 230: Electrical Connections
Introduction to the Autosampler Electrical Connections Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies to ensure WA R N I N G proper functionality and compliance with safety or EMC regulations. Relay contacts Vial number output Remote...
Page 231 • The CAN bus is a serial bus with high-speed data transfer. The two connectors for the CAN bus are used for internal Agilent 1200 Series module data transfer and synchronization. • The REMOTE connector may be used in combination with other analytical instruments from Agilent Technologies if you want to use features such as common shut down, prepare, and so on.
Page 232 Introduction to the Autosampler Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 233: Theory Of Operation
Agilent 1200 Series Standard and Preparative Autosamplers Reference Manual Theory of Operation Autosampler Control and Electronics Position and Movement Sensors Autosampler Main Board (ASM) Firmware Description Optional Interface Boards Interfaces Setting the 8-bit Configuration Switch The Main Power Supply Assembly...
Page 234: Autosampler Control And Electronics
These devices are controlled by a versatile electronics design based upon a 68000 family processor which also contains battery backup RAM, flash ROM, a real time clock, and several communications options. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 235: Position And Movement Sensors
Table 41 Sampling Unit Flex Board Sensor Type Number of Sensors Position/Movement Sensed IR light sensor Metering device home (reference) position Reflection sensor Needle end positions Hall sensor Front cover in position Microswitch Valve switching Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 236: Autosampler Main Board (Asm)
Theory of Operation Autosampler Main Board (ASM) Common Electronics A common electronics and firmware design is used for all Agilent 1200 Series LC modules. This core design provides a basic set of functions to each module. Table 42 Common Electronics...
Page 237 267. Autosampler-Specific Electronics The autosampler specific functions provided by the electronics are: • closed loop control of four axis vial handling servos • electric valve control • Needle unit control • metering device control Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 238 Motor X-Axis Drive unit flex Encoder board Motor Z-Axis Drive Encoder ASIC Reflection sensors on transport unit flex board: Tray decoding (6), gripper decoding (1), initialization sensors (3). Figure 37 Transport unit control Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 239 Needle End-Position Drive Metering Metering Home-Positi sampling Drive unit flex FPGA board Valve Drive Safety Hall 4.5A/Phas Sensors (2) Mixing Sampling Unit Drive Distribution Board Valve Sensor Circuits End-Position Figure 38 Sampling unit control Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 240 Device address FPGA FPGA chip Sampling select Unit Encoder clocks and direction 5-bit 8-bit data address X-Axis Serial data Z-Axis theta 1 Quadrature theta 2 decoder Encoder feedback data Figure 39 Autosampler block diagram Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 241: Firmware Description
• a non-instrument specific section, called ‘resident system’, • an instrument specific section, called ‘main system’. Resident System This resident section of the firmware is identical for all Agilent 1200 Series modules. Its properties are: • the complete communication capabilities (GPIB, CAN, LAN and RS-232C), •...
Page 242: Firmware Updates
Update of main system can be done in the resident system only. N O T E Update of the resident system can be done in the main system only. Main FW update Resident System Main System Resident FW update Figure 40 Firmware Update Mechanism Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 243: Optional Interface Boards
Theory of Operation Optional Interface Boards The Agilent 1200 Series modules have one optional board slot that allows addition of an interface board to the modules. Table 43 Optional Interface Boards Description Part Number BCD Board G1351-68701 Fuse 250 mA (four are on the board)
Page 244 Detailed connector layout (1200) Signal name BCD digit BCD 5 BCD 7 BCD 6 BCD 4 BCD 0 BCD 3 BCD 2 BCD 1 Digital ground BCD 11 BCD 10 BCD 9 BCD 8 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 245: Lan Communication Interface Board
Theory of Operation LAN Communication Interface Board One board is required per Agilent 1200 Series stack. It is recommended to add the LAN N O T E board to the detector with highest data rate. The LAN board can only be used together with:...
Page 246 Theory of Operation Recommended Cables Cross-over network cable (shielded, 3 m long), 5023-0203 (for point to point connection) Twisted pair network cable (shielded, 7 m long) 5023-0202 (for hub connections) Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 247: Interfaces
For identification and location of the connectors Figure 6 on page 28. Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies to ensure WA R N I N G proper functionality and compliance with safety or EMC regulations, see “External...
Page 248: Analog Signal Output
Remote Interface The APG remote connector may be used in combination with other analytical instruments from Agilent Technologies if you want to use features such as common shut down, prepare, and so on. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 249 Not used POWER ON (H) All modules connected to system are switched on. Receiver is any module relying on operation of others. READY (H) System is ready for next analysis. Receiver is any sequence controller. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 250: Rs-232C
GPIB connector. The RS-232C is designed as DCE (Data Communication Equipment) with a 9-pin male SUB-D type connector. The pins are defined as follows: Table 49 RS-232C Connection Table Direction Function Ground Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 251 Theory of Operation Instrument Male Female Female Male Figure 42 RS-232 Cable Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 252: Setting The 8-Bit Configuration Switch
Figure 43 8-bit Configuration Switch Table 50 8-bit Configuration Switch Mode Select GPIB GPIB Address RS-232C Baudrate Data Parity Bits Reserved Reserved TEST/BOOT RSVD RSVD RSVD Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 253: Gpib Default Addresses
If you just want to change the GPIB address and need a detailed procedure, refer to the Installing Your Agilent ChemStation System handbook. Default GPIB address is set to the following addresses: Table 51 Default Addresses for Agilent 1200 Series Modules Module Address Binary Address...
Page 254: Communication Settings For Rs-232C Communication
Table 53 Baud Rate Settings Switches Baud Rate Switches Baud Rate 9600 9600 1200 14400 2400 19200 4800 38400 Table 54 Data Bit Settings Switch 6 Data Word Size 7 Bit Communication 8 Bit Communication Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 255: Forced Cold Start Settings
If you use the following switch settings and power the instrument up again, a forced cold start has been completed. Table 56 Forced Cold Start Settings Mode Select TEST/BOOT To return to normal operation, set switches back to your GPIB or RS 232 configuration settings. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 256: Stay-Resident Settings
It only uses basic functions of the operating system for example, for communication. Table 57 Stay Resident Settings Mode Select TEST/BOOT To return to normal operation, set switches back to your GPIB or RS-232C configuration settings. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 257: The Main Power Supply Assembly
Main Power Supply (MPS) Blockdiagram To disconnect the instrument from line, unplug the power cord. The power supply still uses some power, even if the power switch on the front panel is turned off. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 258 + 36 V must not exceed 107 W. Output 2 + 36 V / 2.5 A (maximum) Output 3 + 5 V / 3 A Output 4 + 15 V / 0.3 A Output 5 - 15 V / 0.3 A Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 259: Specifications
Agilent 1200 Series Standard and Preparative Autosamplers Reference Manual Specifications Performance Specifications Agilent Technologies...
Page 260: Performance Specifications
Specifications Performance Specifications Table 59 Performance Specifications Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler (G1329A). Valid when standard 100 µl metering head installed. Type Specification GLP features Early maintenance feedback (EMF), electronic records of maintenance and errors Communications Controller-area network (CAN). GPIB (IEEE-448), RS232C,...
Page 261 Specifications Table 60 Performance Specifications Agilent 1200 Series standard autosampler (G1329A). Valid when standard 900 µl metering head installed. Type Specification Pressure Operating range 0-20 MPa (0-200 bar, 0-2950 psi) GLP features Early maintenance feedback (EMF), electronic records of maintenance and errors Communications Controller-area network (CAN).
Page 262 Specifications Table 61 Performance Specifications Agilent 1200 Series Preparative Autosampler (G2260A) Type Specification Pressure Operating range 0-40 MPa (0-400 bar, 0-5800psi) GLP features Early maintenance feedback (EMF), electronic records of maintenance and errors Communications Controller-area network (CAN). GPIB (IEEE-448), RS232C,...
Page 263: A Safety Information
Agilent 1200 Series Standard and Preparative Autosamplers Reference Manual Safety Information General Safety Information Lithium Batteries Information Radio Interference Sound Emission Solvent Information Agilent Technologies on Internet Agilent Technologies...
Page 264: General Safety Information
Make sure that only fuses with the required rated current and of the specified type (normal blow, time delay, and so on) are used for replacement. Do not use repaired fuses and avoid to short-circuit fuseholders. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 265 Use extreme caution when handling, testing and adjusting. Safety Symbols Table 62 shows safety symbols used on the instrument and in the manuals. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 266 A caution alerts you to situations that could cause a possible loss of data. Do not C A U T I O N proceed beyond a caution until you have fully understood and met the indicated conditions. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 267: Lithium Batteries Information
WA R N I N G av apparatfabrikanten. Brukt batteri returneres appararleverandoren. Bij dit apparaat zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet weggooien N O T E maar inleveren als KCA. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 268: Radio Interference
Safety Information Radio Interference Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies to ensure proper functionality and compliance with safety or EMC regulations. Test and If test and measurement equipment is operated with equipment unscreened Measurement cables and/or used for measurements on open set-ups, the user has to assure that under operating conditions the radio interference limits are still met within the premises.
Page 269: Sound Emission
This product has a sound pressure emission (at the operator position) < 70 dB. • Sound Pressure Lp < 70 dB (A) • At Operator Position • Normal Operation • According to ISO 7779:1988/EN 27779/1991 (Type Test) Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 270: Solvent Information
• Halogenated solvents or mixtures which form radicals and/or acids, for example: → 2CHCl 2COCl + 2HCl This reaction, in which stainless steel probably acts as a catalyst, occurs quickly with dried chloroform if the drying process removes the stabilizing alcohol. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 271 For example, a 1 % solution of acetic acid in methanol will attack steel. • Solutions containing strong complexing agents (for example, EDTA, ethylene diamine tetra-acetic acid). • Mixtures of carbon tetrachloride with 2-propanol or THF. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 272: Agilent Technologies On Internet
For the latest information on products and services visit our worldwide web site on the Internet at: http://www.agilent.com Select “Products” - “Chemical Analysis” It will provide also the latest firmware of the Agilent 1200 Series modules for download. Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 273: Index
EJECT, safety flap missing, eject speed, shutdown, synchronization lost, time-out, valve to bypass failed, valve to mainpass failed, vial in gripper, Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 274 2 µl, ignition without cover, installing the autosampler, metering device, 50, flow connections, metering seal, interface cables, metering seal 900 µl, power cable, microswitches, safety, missing parts, sample trays, multi-draw option, installing the sample tray, Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 275 - LAN cables, RS-232C transport assembly, performance specifications, cable kit to PC, transport mechanism, autosampler, 260, communication settings, preparative autosampler, interface, physical specifications, 16, settings, power consideration, unpacking the autosampler, power cords, URL, power requirements, Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 276 Index valve capillaries, verifying the gripper position, vial contents temperature, vial numbering, vial racks, vial tray, vials, viscous samples, volume, weight, X-axis, Z-axis, Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Reference Manual...
Page 278 In This Book This manual contains technical reference information about the Agilent 1200 Series Standard and Preparative Autosamplers. The manual describes the following: • installing the autosamplers, • optimizing performance, • troubleshooting and test functions, • repairing the autosamplers, •...

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Agilent Technologies 1200 Series Reference Manual

1 Installing the Autosampler

2 Optimizing Performance

3 Troubleshooting and Test Functions

4 Repairing the Autosampler

5 Parts and Materials

6 Identifying Cables

7 Introduction to the Autosampler

8 Theory of Operation

9 Specifications

A Safety Information

Index

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