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  • Page 1 Agilent 1200 Series Autosampler Thermostat User Manual 1200 Series AT User Manual Agilent Technologies...
  • Page 2 Notices Warranty © Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2007, 2008 receive no greater than Restricted Rights as defined in FAR 52.227-19(c)(1-2) (June No part of this manual may be reproduced The material contained in this docu- 1987). U.S. Government users will receive in any form or by any means (including elec- ment is provided “as is,”...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    4 Optimizing Performance Controller Requirements 5 Maintenance Introduction into Repairing the Thermostat 6 Parts and Materials for Maintenance Main Assemblies (External Parts) Accessory Kit G1330-68705 Foam Parts Plastic Parts 7 Cable Overview Cable Overview Analog Cables 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 4 Remote Cables BCD Cables Auxiliary Cable CAN/LAN Cables External Contact Cable RS-232 Cables 8 Appendix General Safety Information The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) Radio Interference Sound Emission Agilent Technologies on Internet 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    1200 Series AT User Manual Introduction Introduction to the Thermostatted Autosampler Autosampler Thermostat Operation Electrical Connections Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 6: Introduction To The Thermostatted Autosampler

    Introduction to the Thermostatted Autosampler Introduction to the Thermostatted Autosampler The Agilent 1200 Series autosampler is designed for use with other modules of the Agilent 1200 Series LC system or with other LC systems if adequate remote control inputs and outputs are available. The autosampler is controlled from the Agilent 1200 Series control module or from the Agilent ChemStation for LC systems.
  • Page 7 Introduction Introduction to the Thermostatted Autosampler Figure 1 Overview of the Autosampler Thermostat 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 8: Autosampler Thermostat Operation

    Peltier elements for efficient air cooling. When turned on the front side of the Peltier elements is heated/cooled according to the temperature setting. A fan draws air from the sample tray area and blows it through the 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 9 The fan speed is controlled according to the temperature of the Peltier elements. During cooling condensation will appear in the heating/cooling module. The condensed water will be guided out of the autosampler thermostat. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 10: Electrical Connections

    The address and control switch module next to the GPIB connector determines the GPIB address of your autosampler. The switches are preset to a default address (see Autosampler Reference Manual) and this is recognized immediately after power on. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 11 Electrical Connections • 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 12 Introduction Electrical Connections 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 13: Site Requirements And Specifications

    1200 Series AT User Manual Site Requirements and Specifications Site Requirements Power Consideration Power Cords Bench Space Environment Physical Specifications Performance Specifications Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 14: Site Requirements

    In case of emergency it must be possible to disconnect the instrument from the power line at any time. ➔ Make sure the power connector of the instrument can be easily reached and unplugged. ➔ Provide sufficient space behind the power socket of the instrument to unplug the cable. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 15: Power Cords

    Never operate your instrumentation from a power outlet that has no ground connection. ➔ Never use a power cord other than the Agilent Technologies power cord designed for your region. Use of unsupplied cables WA R N I N G Using cables not supplied by Agilent Technologies can lead to damage of the electronic components or personal injury.

  • Page 16: Bench Space

    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 17: Physical Specifications

    WA R N I N G Using the autosampler at high environmental temperatures may cause the rear panel to become hot. ➔ Do not use the autosampler at environmental temperatures higher than 50 °C (122 °F) 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 18: Performance Specifications

    Site Requirements and Specifications Performance Specifications Performance Specifications Table 2 Performance Specifications Agilent 1200 Series thermostatted autosampler Type Specification Temperature range: setable from 4 °C to 40 °C in 1 ° increments Temperature accuracy at ambient - 1°C to + 4 °C at a setpoint of 4 °C temperatures <...

  • Page 19: Installing The G1330B Thermostat

    1200 Series AT User Manual Installing the G1330B Thermostat Unpacking the Autosampler Damaged Packaging Delivery Checklist Optimizing the Stack Configuration Installing the G1330B Thermostat Stage 1: Preparing the Autosampler Thermostat and Autosampler Stage 2: Power Cable and Interface Cable Connection...

  • Page 20: Unpacking The Autosampler

    Table 3 on page 21. Please report missing or damaged parts to your local Agilent Technologies sales and service office. If the thermostatted autosampler was ordered as an upgrade (G1395A) to an existing autosampler, the shipment will also contain the required software upgrades for your Agilent ChemStation.
  • Page 21 Part Number Autosampler Thermostat G1330B Power cable as ordered Accessory kit (Table 4 on page 21) G1330-68705 Table 4 Autosampler Thermostat Accessory Kit Contents G1330-68705 Description Part Number Waste Tube 5063-6527 Waste Tube Assembly G1330-67300 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 22: Optimizing The Stack Configuration

    Figure 4 page 22 and Figure 5 on page 23. This configuration optimizes the system flow path, ensuring minimum delay volume. Figure 4 Recommended Stack Configuration (Front View) 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 23 Installing the G1330B Thermostat Optimizing the Stack Configuration Figure 5 Recommended Stack Configuration (Rear View) 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 24: Installing The G1330B Thermostat

    Agilent is required to evaluate if the instrument is in good condition or damaged. ➔ Notify your Agilent sales and service office about the damage. ➔ An Agilent service representative will inspect the instrument at your site and initiate appropriate actions. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 25 Installing the G1330B Thermostat Installing the G1330B Thermostat Figure 6 Safety Flap. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 26: Stage 1: Preparing The Autosampler Thermostat And Autosampler

    A suitable container must be provided and emptied regularly in order to avoid overflow. 1 Place the autosampler thermostat on the bench or in the stack. 2 Remove the front cover. Press the two snap fasteners on the sides of the cover and move it away. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 27 Series Module place the waste tube assembly into the top cover of the autosampler thermostat and locate the other end in the waste funnel of the module beneath. Figure 7 Preparation of the Autosampler Thermostat 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 28 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 autosampler thermostat is correctly guided to the tray area of the autosampler. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 29 Installing the G1330B Thermostat Installing the G1330B Thermostat 8 If there is no Agilent 1200 Series module located beneath the autosampler thermostat connect the waste tube to the central waste exit of the autosampler and place in a waste vessel.

  • Page 30: Stage 2: Power Cable And Interface Cable Connection

    In an Agilent 1200 Series system, the individual modules are connected by a CAN cable. N O T E The Agilent 1200 Series control module can be connected to the CAN bus at any of the modules in the system. The Agilent Chemstation can be connected to the system by one GPIB cable at any of the modules, however, it is recommended to connect the GPIB cable to the detector.
  • Page 31 Installing the G1330B Thermostat Installing the G1330B Thermostat 7 Connect additional cables as required (see Figure 11 on page 32). Figure 10 Power Connectors and Safety Levers at Rear of thermostatted Autosampler. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 32 Installing the G1330B Thermostat Installing the G1330B Thermostat Figure 11 Cable Connections. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 33: Stage 3: Flow Connections

    1 Connect the pump outlet capillary to port 1 of the injection valve. 2 Connect column-compartment inlet capillary to port 6 of the injection valve. 3 Ensure that the waste tube is positioned inside the leak channel. Figure 12 Hydraulic Connections 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 34: Stage 4: Installing The Sample Tray

    3 Press the front of the sample tray down to secure the tray in the autosampler. If the tray pops out of its position the air channel adapter is not inserted correctly. Figure 13 Installing the Sample Tray 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 35 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 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 36 Installing the G1330B Thermostat Installing the G1330B Thermostat Figure 14 Numbering of Tray Positions. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 37: Stage 5: Installing Tray Cover And Front Cover

    Press the stop fastener to secure it in the right side cover of the autosampler. 3 Close the tray cover. Figure 15 Installation of Tray Cover and Front Cover of the Autosampler 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 38: Stage 6: Turning On The Thermostatted Autosampler

    When finished with the update the control module reboots again. 8 Check that the correct firmware was loaded by pressing “System” (F5) - “Records” (F4). 9 Disconnect the control module and remove the PC card by pressing the card-eject button. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 39: Stage 8: Update Of The Agilent Chemstation Software

    2 After you have updated your system, insert the 3.5” floppy labeled ‘Driver update Disk (A.05.02 Beta)’ and open a DOS prompt by selecting Start->RUN and typing command. 3 At the DOS prompt type A:. 4 Press Enter and then HPUPDATE. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 40 5 Press Enter only if your Agilent ChemStation is installed in the directory C:\HPCHEM. If your Agilent ChemStation is installed in a different directory, e.g. D:\ HPCHEM, you need to type HPUPDATE D:\HPCHEM and press Enter. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 41: Transporting The Thermostatted Autosampler

    Also, ensure the vial tray is secured in place with suitable packaging, otherwise the tray may become loose and damage internal components. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 42 Installing the G1330B Thermostat Transporting the Thermostatted Autosampler 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 43 1200 Series AT User Manual Optimizing Performance Controller Requirements Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 44: Optimizing Performance Controller Requirements

    Optimizing Performance Controller Requirements Controller Requirements Agilent 1200 Series control module and Agilent ChemStation must have the latest revision firmware/software loaded to allow optimum operation with the thermostattable autosamplers. Older revisions might not recognize or have full functionality with the thermostattable autosampler.

  • Page 45: Maintenance

    1200 Series AT User Manual Maintenance Introduction into Repairing the Thermostat Simple Repairs - Maintenance Exchanging Internal Parts - Repairs Warnings and Cautions Using the ESD Strap Cleaning the Thermostat Exchanging the Power Supply Fuses Removing the Top Cover and Foam...

  • Page 46: Introduction Into Repairing The Thermostat

    ALS thermostat from the stack, removing the covers, and disassembling the ALS thermostat. The security lever at the power input socket prevents that the Thermostat cover is taken off when line power is still connected. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 47: Warnings And Cautions

    C A U T I O N Electronic boards and components are sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). ➔ In order to prevent damage always use an ESD protection (for example, an ESD wrist strap) when handling electronic boards and components. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 48: Using The Esd Strap

    The thermostat covers should be kept clean. Cleaning should be done with a soft cloth slightly dampened with water or a solution of water and a mild detergent. Do not use an excessively damp cloth that liquid can drip into the autosampler. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 49: Exchanging The Power Supply Fuses

    Make sure the power cords are unplugged before disconnecting or reconnecting the autosampler to autosampler thermostat cable. 1 Switch OFF the power switch at the front of the thermostatted autosampler. 2 Remove the power cable from the two modules. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 50 5 Remove the fuse from the fuse holder. 6 Insert a new fuse in the fuse holder. 7 Reinsert the fuse holder and fix with the screwdriver. 8 Reinsert the power cables. 9 Switch ON the power switch. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 51: Removing The Top Cover And Foam

    Make sure the power cords are unplugged before disconnecting or reconnecting the autosampler to autosampler thermostat cable. Remove the front cover by pressing the both clip Move the lever towards the power socket. fasteners on both sides of the cover. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 52 Unscrew the screws on the top plate and remove the the top cover (2). plate by lifting its back first and then sliding to the front. Unplug all wires at the TCA Board and remove them from Remove the top foam. top foam. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 53: Assembling The Main Cover

    Place the top part on the bench and insert the left and Replace the cover. right side into the top part. Next Steps: Replace the ALS thermostat into the stack and reconnect the cables and capillaries. Turn ON the ALS thermostat. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 54 Maintenance Introduction into Repairing the Thermostat 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 55: Parts And Materials For Maintenance

    1200 Series AT User Manual Parts and Materials for Maintenance Main Assemblies (External Parts) Accessory Kit G1330-68705 Foam Parts Plastic Parts Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 56: Main Assemblies (External Parts)

    Table 5 Main Assemblies Item Description Part Number Fuse - Power Supply (T2.5A/250V; CSA, UL listed) 2110-0015 Fuse TCA - Board (T3A/250V; CSA, UL listed) 2110-0029 Front Cover 5065-9982 Cable, autosampler - autosampler thermostat G1330-81600 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 57: Accessory Kit G1330-68705

    Parts and Materials for Maintenance Accessory Kit G1330-68705 Accessory Kit G1330-68705 Table 6 Accessory Kit Item Description Part Number Waste Tube 5062-2463 Waste Tube Assembly G1330-67300 Reorder Number (5 m) 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 58: Foam Parts

    Parts and Materials for Maintenance Foam Parts Foam Parts Figure 18 Foam Parts Table 7 Main Assemblies Item Description Part Number Top Foam G1330-40102 Bottom Foam G1330-40103 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 59: Plastic Parts

    Parts and Materials for Maintenance Plastic Parts Plastic Parts Figure 19 Plastic Parts (1) 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 60 Parts and Materials for Maintenance Plastic Parts Figure 20 Plastic Parts (2) Table 8 Main Assemblies Item Description Part Number Cabinet Kit, includes base, top and sides G1330-68723 Front Cover 5065-9982 Leak Pan 5042-8567 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 61: Cable Overview

    1200 Series AT User Manual Cable Overview Cable Overview Analog Cables Remote Cables BCD Cables Auxiliary Cable CAN/LAN Cables External Contact Cable RS-232 Cables Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 62: Cable Overview

    Cable Overview Cable Overview Cable Overview Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies to ensure proper N O T E functionality and compliance with safety or EMC regulations. Type Description Part Number Analog cables 3390/2/3 integrators...
  • Page 63 Part Number CAN cables Agilent 1100/1200 module to module,0.5m lg 5181-1516 Agilent 1100/1200 module to module, 1m lg 5181-1519 External Agilent 1100/1200 Series interface board to general G1103-61611 contacts purpose GPIB cable Agilent 1100/1200 module to ChemStation, 1 m 10833A...

  • Page 64: Analog Cables

    Analog Cables Analog Cables One end of these cables provides a BNC connector to be connected to Agilent 1100/1200 Series modules. The other end depends on the instrument to which connection is being made. Agilent 1100/1200 to 3390/2/3 Integrators Connector01040-60101...
  • Page 65 Pin 3394/6 Pin Agilent Signal Name 1100/1200 Not connected Shield Analog - Center Analog + Agilent 1100/1200 to BNC Connector Connector8120-1840 Pin BNC Pin Agilent Signal Name 1100/1200 Shield Shield Analog - Center Center Analog + 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 66 Cable Overview Analog Cables Agilent 1100/1200 to General Purpose Connector01046-60105 Pin 3394/6 Pin Agilent Signal Name 1100/1200 Not connected Black Analog - Analog + 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 67: Remote Cables

    Cable Overview Remote Cables Remote Cables One end of these cables provides a Agilent Technologies APG (Analytical Products Group) remote connector to be connected to Agilent 1100/1200 Series modules. The other end depends on the instrument to be connected to.
  • Page 68 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 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 69 Start request 13, 15 Not connected Agilent 1100/1200 to 3396 Series II / 3395A Integrators Use the cable and cut pin #5 on the integrator side. part number: 03394-60600 Otherwise the integrator prints START; not ready. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 70 5 - Pink 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 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 71 Prepare run 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 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 72: Bcd Cables

    BCD 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 ConnectorG1351-81600...
  • Page 73 Agilent 1200 to 3396 Integrators Connector03396-60560 Pin 3392/3 Pin Agilent Signal Name BCD Digit 1200 BCD 5 BCD 7 BCD 6 BCD 4 BCD0 BCD 3 BCD 2 BCD 1 Digital ground + 5 V 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 74: Auxiliary Cable

    Agilent 1100 Series vacuum degasser. The other end is for general purpose. Agilent 1100 Series Degasser to general purposes ConnectorG1322-81600 Color Pin Agilent Signal Name 1100 White Ground Brown Pressure signal Green Yellow Grey DC + 5 V IN Pink Vent 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 75: Can/Lan Cables

    Agilent 1200 module to control module G1323-81600 LAN Cables Description Part number Cross-over network cable (shielded, 3 m long), (for point to 5023-0203 point connection) Twisted pair network cable (shielded, 7 m long) (for hub 5023-0202 connections) 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 76: 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 ConnectorG1103-61611 Color Pin Agilent...

  • Page 77: Rs-232 Cables

    This kit contains a 9-pin female to 9-pin female Null Modem 34398A (printer) cable and one adapter. Use the cable and adapter to connect Agilent Technologies instruments with 9-pin male RS-232 connectors to most PCs or printers. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 78 Cable Overview RS-232 Cables 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 79: Appendix

    1200 Series AT User Manual Appendix General Safety Information The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) Radio Interference Sound Emission Agilent Technologies on Internet Agilent Technologies...

  • Page 80: 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. The use of repaired fuses and the short-circuiting of fuse holders must be avoided. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 81 When working with solvents please observe appropriate safety procedures (e.g. goggles, safety gloves and protective clothing) as described in the material handling and safety data sheet by the solvent vendor, especially when toxic or hazardous solvents are used. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 82 C A U T I O N alerts you to situations that could cause loss of data, or damage of equipment. ➔ Do not proceed beyond a caution until you have fully understood and met the indicated conditions. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 83: The Waste Electrical And Electronic Equipment (Weee) Directive (2002/96/Ec)

    With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE Directive Annex I, this product is classed as a “Monitoring and Control Instrumentation” product. Do not dispose off in domestic household waste N O T E To return unwanted products, contact your local Agilent office, or see www.agilent.com more information. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 84: Radio Interference

    If test and measurement equipment is operated with unscreened cables, 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. 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 85: 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) 1200 Series AT User Manual...

  • Page 86: 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. 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 87 GPIB cable external contacts GPIB operating Altitude half-tray combinations remote operating temperature humidity cleaning the ALS thermostat 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 88 ESD strap weight RS-232C cable kit to PC safety class I safety general information standards sample tray sample trays numbering of vial positions security lever shipping simple repairs site requirements 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 89 Index 1200 Series AT User Manual...
  • Page 90 In This Book This manual contains information about the Agilent 1200 Series thermostatted autosampler. This manual describes the following: • introduction, • site requirements and specifications, • installing the thermostatted autosampler, • optimizing performance, • troubleshooting and diagnostics, • maintenance, •...

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