Agilent Technologies G2545A Installation, Operation And Maintenance Manual

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Hybridization Oven
Installation, Operation, and
Maintenance Guide
Agilent Technologies

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  • Page 1 Agilent G2545A Hybridization Oven Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Guide Agilent Technologies...
  • Page 2 Notices Warranty © Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2004 - 2010 252.227-7015 (Technical Data - Commercial Items) and DFARS 227.7202-3 (Rights in No part of this manual may be reproduced in The material contained in this Commercial Computer Software or Com- any form or by any means (including elec- puter Software Documentation).
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Content Safety and Regulatory Information Intended Use Important Safety Warnings Safety and Regulatory Certifications Technical and Environmental Specifications Symbols Fuses and Battery Cleaning Recycling the Product Installation Step 1. Prepare the site Step 2. Inspect the shipment Step 3. Unpack and set on the bench Step 4.
  • Page 4 Contents Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance Cleaning Storage Electrical components Replacing the inline power fuse Troubleshooting Hybridization Oven Installation, Operation, and Maintenance...
  • Page 5: Safety And Regulatory Information

    European Declaration of Conformity Canadian EMC Statement Sound Emission Certification for Federal Republic of Germany Technical and Environmental Specifications Symbols Fuses and Battery Cleaning Recycling the Product This chapter provides important safety and regulatory information about the Agilent G2545A Hybridization Oven. Agilent Technologies...
  • Page 6: Intended Use

    Safety and Regulatory Information Intended Use This unit is for professional, industrial, or educational use, where the preparation or testing of materials is done at approximately atmospheric pressure and no flammable, volatile, or combustible materials are being heated. This unit is not intended for hazardous or household use. Important Safety Warnings There are several important safety notices that you must always keep in mind when you use the Hybridization Oven.
  • Page 7: Safety And Regulatory Certifications

    Product Name: Hybridization Oven Part Number: 1013AG, 1013AG-2 (as Agilent model G2545A) complies with the essential requirements of the following applicable European Directives, and carries the CE marking accordingly: • The Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC • The EMC Directive 2004/108/EC...
  • Page 8: Technical And Environmental Specifications

    • Relative humidity between 15 % to 85 % • Altitude not to exceed 2000 m operating • G2545A is rated for mains connection to 100–120 VAC or 220–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 6A, with main supply voltage fluctuations up to ±10% of the...
  • Page 9: Symbols

    Failure to comply with these precautions violates safety standards of design and the intended use of the oven. Agilent Technologies assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.
  • Page 10 Safety and Regulatory Information Hybridization Oven Installation, Operation, and Maintenance...
  • Page 11: Installation

    Step 2. Inspect the shipment Step 3. Unpack and set on the bench Step 4. Install the Oven This chapter describes the steps to prepare your work site for the G2545A Hybridization Oven and to set up the unit for use. Agilent Technologies...
  • Page 12: Step 1. Prepare The Site

    Installation Step 1. Prepare the site Local city, county or other ordinances may govern the use of this equipment. If you have questions about local requirements, please contact the appropriate local agency. The end user may perform installation, as it is unnecessary for this unit to be installed by a technician.
  • Page 13: Step 2. Inspect The Shipment

    • Four adjustable feet • Brass locking pin The rotator (also called the “rotisserie,” p/n G2530- 60029) is not included with the G2545A model and needs to be ordered separately. Drip tray Brass locking pin Leveling feet (4) Figure 1...
  • Page 14 Installation Return shipment process Save the shipping crate for future use. The shipping crate will be used to ship the oven back to the factory for repair, if needed. If you must return the unit, please contact your Agilent Customer Care Center representative for authorization.
  • Page 15: Step 3. Unpack And Set On The Bench

    Installation Step 3. Unpack and set on the bench • Unpack and set the oven on the bench. Make sure you: • Use two or more people or an appropriate lifting device to lift the oven from the ground to the bench. This unit weighs 34.0 kg (75.0 pounds).
  • Page 16: Step 4. Install The Oven

    Adjust the foot at each corner until the unit stands level and solid and does not rock. For the Agilent G2545A Hybridization Oven to operate properly, the unit must sit level and on a solid foundation. If the unit must be moved, turn the leveling feet all the way clockwise to prevent C A U T I O N damage while moving.
  • Page 17 Installation c Move the rotator into the oven and insert the two pins on the rotator drive shaft coupling into the two holes on the rotator coupling. See Figure Figure 3 Attaching the rotator to the drive shaft coupling d While you hold the rotator to keep the drive coupling attached, lower the rotator shaft into the slot in the rotator shaft support bushing.
  • Page 18 Installation e Complete rotator installation by inserting the brass locking pin through the two holes in the shaft support bushing. See Figure Holes for brass locking pin Figure 5 Rotator correctly installed 4 Clean the oven as described in “Cleaning” on page 26.
  • Page 19: Operation

    Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Operation Control Panel Interface Operating the Hybridization Oven To set a temperature To load or unload the hybridization chamber To calibrate the oven This chapter gives a detailed explanation of how to operate the G2545A Hybridization Oven. Agilent Technologies...
  • Page 20: Control Panel Interface

    Operation Control Panel Interface The G2545A Hybridization Oven is operated using the control panel interface (see Figure 6), which is located on the front of the oven. Figure 6 Control panel interface Rotational speed control Use to set the rotator speed from 2 to 20 rpm.
  • Page 21 Operation JOG switch Press and hold to turn the rotator, for example, when loading the oven. When released, the rotator stops. The rotational speed control knob cannot be set at zero for the switch to operate properly. Hybridization Oven Installation, Operation, and Maintenance...
  • Page 22: Operating The Hybridization Oven

    Operation Operating the Hybridization Oven To set a temperature 1 Enter set point mode by pressing either ▲ or ▼. The digital display will start to blink. While blinking, the digital display shows the current set point. 2 Press ▲ or ▼ to enter the desired set point temperature. For stable control, the set point must be a minimum of 5 degrees above ambient.
  • Page 23 Operation 3 Load or unload the hybridization chambers. To load the chambers into the rotator, press the chamber into the upper and lower clips until locked in place. See Figure Upper chamber clip Hybridization chamber loaded Lower chamber clips Figure 7 Correct loading of Hybridization chamber When loading samples onto the rotator, be sure to balance the load between the racks.
  • Page 24: To Calibrate The Oven

    Operation To calibrate the oven Calibrate the oven: • After first installation in a working environment. • After each 3 months of use. Agilent highly recommends recalibrating the oven temperature every three (3) months. To N O T E ensure correctness of temperature calibration, the rotator needs to be installed and loaded. To calibrate the oven: 1 Install the rotator and load it with a typical number of chambers.
  • Page 25: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    The information in this chapter will assist you in keeping the oven running smoothly. Use this chapter to determine the probable cause and, in many cases, the cure for the problem. If you cannot correct the problem, obtain Agilent service. Agilent Technologies...
  • Page 26: Maintenance

    Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance Prior to any maintenance or service on this unit, disconnect the power cord from the WA R N I N G oven. The oven interior surface should be cleaned once a month. Cleaning To clean the unit: 1 Remove the rotator and drip tray.
  • Page 27: Electrical Components

    Maintenance and Troubleshooting Electrical components There is no maintenance necessary on electrical components. If the unit fails to operate as specified, review “Troubleshooting” on page 29 before calling for service. Hybridization Oven Installation, Operation, and Maintenance...
  • Page 28: Replacing The Inline Power Fuse

    Maintenance and Troubleshooting Replacing the inline power fuse The unit is protected by an inline fuse located behind the power cord. If needed, replace the fuse as described below: If the inline power fuse blows repeatedly, check for the reason why. Check that the oven is WA R N I N G the correct voltage type, check the power cord, and check the power supply.
  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Maintenance and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting The following table shows a list of problems and their corresponding solutions. If these instructions do not correct the problem, call Customer Service for further assistance. Table 1 Problems and solutions Problem Action The unit will not turn on. 1 Verify that the power cord is plugged into the oven and power source.
  • Page 30 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 1 Problems and solutions (continued) Problem Action The unit will not heat over a 1 Confirm that the fan is moving. Check fan motor motion temperature that is below the set and feel for air movement in chamber. point.
  • Page 32 In This Book This book contains information to install, operate and maintain your Agilent G2545A Hybridization Oven.  Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2004 - 2010 Fourth Edition, January 2010 *G2545-90001* G2545-90001 Revision A Agilent Technologies...

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