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Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual Agilent Technologies...
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1987) or any equivalent agency regulation or contract clause. Use, duplication or dis- closure of Software is subject to Agilent Technologies’ standard commercial license terms, and non-DOD Departments and Agencies of the U.S. Government will Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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In This Book In This Book This manual covers the Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler (G1329B). 1 Introduction to the Autosampler (ALS) This chapter gives an introduction to the autosampler and instrument overview. 2 Site Requirements and Specifications This chapter provides information on environmental requirements, physical and performance specifications.
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This chapter provides information on cables used with the module. 11 Hardware Information This chapter describes the detector in more detail on hardware and electronics. 12 Appendix This chapter provides addition information on safety, legal and web. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Fast Injection Cycle and Low Delay Volume Precise Injection Volume Choice of Rotor Seal 6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Overview of the Module’s Indicators and Test Functions Status Indicators Maintenance Functions ALS Step Commands Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Exchanging the Interface Board Replacing the Module’s Firmware 9 Parts and Materials for Maintenance Main Assemblies Analytical-Head Assembly Vial Trays Standard Autosampler Accessory Kit Maintenance Kit Injection Upgrade Kit Multi-Draw Kit External Tray Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Early Maintenance Feedback (EMF) Instrument Layout 12 Appendix General Safety Information The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) Lithium Batteries Information Radio Interference Solvent Information Sound Emission Agilent Technologies on Internet Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Contents Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual Introduction to the Autosampler (ALS) Introduction to the Autosampler (ALS) Sampling Sequence Sampling Unit Transport Assembly This chapter gives an introduction to the autosampler and instrument overview. Agilent Technologies...
Figure 1 Overview of the Autosampler The Agilent 1260 Infinity autosampler is designed for use with other modules of the Agilent 1200 Infinity Series, 1200 Series and 1100 Series LC, or with other LC systems if adequate remote control inputs and outputs are available.
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Agilent 1290 Infinity Thermostat (G1330B). The combination of the autosampler with the thermostat is called a "thermostatted autosampler". For more details refer to the documentation of the 1290 Infinity Thermostat. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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9 The gripper arm checks if 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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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When the sample sequence begins, the valve unit switches to the bypass position (Figure 3 on page 13). Solvent from the pump enters the valve unit at port 1, and flows directly to the column through port 6. Figure 3 Bypass Position Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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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 5 on page 14). Figure 5 Mainpass Position (Sample Injection) Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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The sampling unit comprises three main assemblies: needle drive, metering device, and injection valve. The replacement sampling unit excludes the injection valve and metering head assemblies. N O T E Figure 6 Autosampler Sampling Unit Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Number of steps 15000 15000 Volume resolution 7 nL/motor step 60 nL/motor step Maximum stroke 100 µL 900 µL Pressure limit 600 bar 400 bar (G1329B) 200 bar (G1329A) Piston material Sapphire Sapphire Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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No valve adjustments are required after replacing internal components. Table 2 Injection-Valve Technical Data Autosampler Motor type 4 V, 1.2 A stepper motor Seal material PEEK Stator material None Number of ports Switching time < 150 ms Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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The opening and closing of the gripper fingers are driven by a stepper motor linked by a toothed belt to the planetary gearing inside the gripper assembly. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Introduction to the Autosampler (ALS) Introduction to the Autosampler (ALS) Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual Site Requirements and Specifications Site Requirements Physical Specifications Performance Specifications Standard Autosampler This chapter provides information on environmental requirements, physical and performance specifications. Agilent Technologies...
Hazard of electrical shock or damage of your instrumentation WA R N I N G can result, if the devices are connected to a line voltage higher than specified. ➔ Connect your instrument to the specified line voltage only. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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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.
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Using power cords for unintended purposes can lead to personal injury or damage of electronic equipment. ➔ Never use the power cords that Agilent Technologies supplies with this instrument for any other equipment. Bench Space The autosampler can be placed on almost any laboratory bench (for...
WA R N I N G Using the module at high environmental temperatures may cause the rear panel to become hot. ➔ Do not use the module at environmental temperatures higher than 50 °C (122 °F) Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual Installing the Autosampler Unpacking the Autosampler Optimizing the Stack Configuration Installing the Autosampler Flow Connections Installing the Sample Tray Transporting the Autosampler This chapter provides information on unpacking, checking on completeness, stack considerations and installation of the module.
For parts identification please check the illustrated parts breakdown in “Parts and Materials for Maintenance” on page 129. Please report any missing or damaged parts to your local Agilent Technologies sales and service office. Table 5 Agilent 1260 Infintity Standard Autosampler...
Figure 11 page 31 show the configuration recommended for a thermostatted autosampler. These configurations optimize the system flow path, ensuring minimum delay volume. Figure 8 Recommended Stack Configuration for an Autosampler (Front View) Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Installing the Autosampler Optimizing the Stack Configuration Figure 9 Recommended Stack Configuration for an Autosampler (Rear View) Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Installing the Autosampler Optimizing the Stack Configuration Figure 10 Recommended Stack Configuration for a thermostatted ALS (Front View) Figure 11 Recommended Stack Configuration for a thermostatted ALS (Rear View) Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Do not bend the safety flap away from its position, or attempt to remove the safety cover. ➔ Do not attempt to insert or remove a vial from the gripper when the gripper is positioned below the needle. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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9 Connect the APG remote cable (optional) for all instruments other than Agilent 1200 Infinity Series. 10 Turn ON power by pushing the button at the lower left hand side of the sampler. Figure 12 Cable Connections Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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The sampler is turned ON when the line power switch is pressed and the green indicator N O T E lamp is illuminated. The detector is turned OFF when the line power switch is protruding and the green light is OFF. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Installing the Autosampler Flow Connections Figure 13 Hydraulic Connections Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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 inserted correctly. Figure 14 Installing the Sample Tray Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Also, ensure the vial tray is secured in place with suitable packaging, otherwise the tray may become loose and damage internal components. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual Using the Autosampler Sample Trays Choice of Vials and Caps This chapter provides information on how to set up the module for an analysis and explains the basic settings. Agilent Technologies...
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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Using the Autosampler Sample Trays Figure 15 Numbering of Tray Positions Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual Optimizing Performance Optimization for Lowest Carry-over 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...
If the wash vial is capped, small amounts of sample remain on the surface of the septum, which may be carried on the needle to the next sample. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
• 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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
When using injection volumes < 2 μL, these gas bubbles may affect the injection-volume precision. For best injection-volume precision with injection volumes < 2 μL, use of an Agilent 1260 Infinity degasser is recommended to ensure the mobile phase is adequately degassed.
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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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
1 and 14. This seal is also used for the G1329B module. Strong oxidizing acids such as concentrated nitric and sulfuric acids are not compatible N O T E with PEEK. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Optimizing Performance Choice of Rotor Seal Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Overview of the Module’s Indicators and Test Functions Status Indicators Power Supply Indicator Module Status Indicator Maintenance Functions User Interface Change Needle Change Piston Park Arm Change Gripper Tray Alignment...
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 “ALS Step Commands” on page 66). Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Figure 16 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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
In such a case try to re-boot the module or try a cold-start (see “Special Settings” on page 169. Then try a firmware update (see “Replacing the Module’s Firmware” on page 127). If this does not help, a main board replacement is required. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Change Gripper: The change gripper function moves the gripper to the front of the autosampler enabling easy access to the gripper release mechanism. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
The lowest position (end position) is used to align the needle at the correct position in the needle seat. Completes the procedure by moving the gripper arm to the home position, and releasing the safety flap. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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4 Exchange the needle or needle seat (see “Exchanging the Needle-Seat Assembly” on page 114 and “Exchanging the Needle Assembly” page 111). 5 Replace the front cover. 6 Select End to complete the procedure. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
1 Select Start to move the piston to the maintenance position. 2 Exchange the metering seal (see “Exchanging the Gripper Arm” page 124). 3 Select End to move the piston back to the home position. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Diagnosis display. The commands for the control software are: Park Arm moves the gripper arm to the park position. Home moves the gripper arm out of the park position to the home position. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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N O T E Gripper function to remove the vial. 1 Select Park Arm. 2 When the arm is in the park position, the autosampler is ready for shipment, and can be switched OFF. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Because the tray is a rectangle, a two-point alignment is sufficient to correct all other vial positions within the tray. On completion of the procedure, the corrected gripper positions are stored in the instrument firmware. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Command also switches the valve to bypass if vial. it is not already in that position. Vial to Tray Returns the selected vial to Command also lifts the needle to the upper the tray position. position. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Needle into Seat Lowers the needle arm into Command also returns the vial to the tray the seat. position. Valve Mainpass Switches the injection valve to the mainpass position. Reset Resets the injector. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
(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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Reset tray alignment, and transport alignment is possible with the Control Module and the ChemStation. To reset the transport alignment with the ChemStation, enter following command in the command line. Print sendmodule$(lals, “tray:alig 0.00,0.00”) Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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LabAdvisor. Repeat this steps until the values are in the appropriate torque range. 7 If these measures don't resolve the problem, it is necessary to exchange the transport assembly or the main board. To do this, please contact your Agilent service representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
To avoid this, apply some grease from the sample transport repair kit to the X-motor-gear. Do not use other grease as the one in the kit and carefully follow the instruction from the N O T E technical note. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Print sendmodule$(lals, “tray:alig 0.00,0.00”) 6 If these measures don't resolve the problem, it is necessary to exchange the transport assembly or the main board. To do this, please contact your Agilent service representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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“Exchanging the Gripper Arm” on page 124. 5 If these measures don't resolve the problem, it is necessary to exchange the transport assembly or the main board. To do this, please contact your Agilent service representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
For details refer to the Agilent Lab Advisor software help files. The Instrument Utilities is a basic version of the Lab Advisor with limited functionality required for installation, use and maintenance. No advanced repair, troubleshooting and monitoring functionality is included. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Troubleshooting and Diagnostics Agilent Lab Advisor Software Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual Error Information What are Error Messages General Error Messages Timeout Shutdown Remote Timeout Lost CAN Partner Leak Leak Sensor Open Leak Sensor Short Compensation Sensor Open Compensation Sensor Short Fan Failed Open Cover...
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Agilent Lab Advisor Software Missing Wash Vial Invalid Vial Position This chapter describes the meaning of error messages, and provides information on probable causes and suggested actions how to recover from error conditions. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
In all cases, error propagation is done via the CAN bus or via an APG remote cable (see documentation for the APG interface). Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Check the vacuum degasser for an error The degasser failed to generate sufficient condition. Refer to the Service Manual for the vacuum for solvent degassing. degasser or the 1260 pump that has the degasser built-in. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Exchange the CAN cable. Defective CAN cable. Switch off the system. Restart the system, and Defective main board in another module. determine which module or modules are not recognized by the system. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Leak sensor not connected to the main representative. board. Please contact your Agilent service Defective leak sensor. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Leak sensor incorrectly routed, being representative. pinched by a metal component. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
If the resistance across the sensor increases above the upper limit, the error message is generated. Probable cause Suggested actions Please contact your Agilent service Defective main board. representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Probable cause Suggested actions Please contact your Agilent service representative. Fan cable disconnected. Please contact your Agilent service representative. Defective fan. Please contact your Agilent service representative. Defective main board. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
30 s, and the error message is generated. Probable cause Suggested actions Please contact your Agilent service The module started with the top cover and representative. foam removed. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Suggested actions Please contact your Agilent service The door is not in place, bent or the magnet representative. is misplaced. Please contact your Agilent service The sensor on the flex board is defective. representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
High friction in the transport assembly. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Defective motor assembly. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Defective sample transport assembly flex representative. board. Please contact your Agilent service Defective main board. representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
If the valve fails to reach the mainpass position, or if the microswitch does not close, the error message is generated. Probable cause Suggested actions Please contact your Agilent service Defective injection valve. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Defective main board. representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Please contact your Agilent service Defective or dirty position sensor. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Defective motor. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Sticking spindle assembly. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Defective main board. representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Please contact your Agilent service Defective or dirty position sensor. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Defective motor. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Sticking spindle assembly. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Defective main board. representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Align gripper. Incorrect gripper alignment. Exchange the gripper assembly. Defective gripper assembly (defective gripper fingers or belt). Please contact your Agilent service Defective transport assembly flex board. representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Defective sampling unit flex board. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Defective transport assembly flex board. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Defective sampling unit motor. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Defective main board. representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Please contact your Agilent service Dirty or defective sensor. representative. Exchange the metering piston and seal. Broken piston. Please contact your Agilent service Defective metering-drive motor. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Defective main board. representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Motor belt tension too high. switch. Wait at least 10 min before switching on again. Please contact your Agilent service Defective motor. representative. Please contact your Agilent service Defective transport assembly flex board. representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
If the gripper is able to move beyond the safety flap position (safety flap not in position), the error message is generated. Probable cause Suggested actions Please contact your Agilent service Safety flap missing or broken. representative. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Probable cause Suggested actions Install the wash vial in the correct position, or No wash vial in the position defined in the edit the method accordingly. method. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Tray recognition defective (dirty sample tray are clean (located at the rear of the sample or defective transport assembly flex board). tray). If this does not solve the problem, replace the transport assembly. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Error Information Autosampler Error Messages Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual Maintenance Introduction to Maintenance Cautions and Warnings Updating the Firmware Cleaning the Module Safety Flap, Flex Board Transport Assembly Parts Maintenance Functions Simple Repairs Exchanging the Needle Assembly Exchanging the Needle-Seat Assembly Exchanging the Rotor Seal...
The module is designed for easy maintenance. Maintenance can be done from the front with module in place in the system stack. There are no serviceable parts inside. N O T E Do not open the module. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
➔ The volume of substances should be reduced to the minimum required for the analysis. ➔ Do not operate the instrument in an explosive atmosphere. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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30 seconds. The status lamp will light up red and an error will be logged into the logbook of the user interface. Always operate the autosampler with the top covers in place. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
The Modules are fitted with FLASH EPROMS. These EPROMS enable you to update the instrument firmware from the LabAdvisor, Instant Pilot (G4208A), LC Firmware Tool. See also “Replacing the Module’s Firmware” on page 127. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
WA R N I N G hazard and damage the module ➔ Do not use an excessively damp cloth during cleaning. ➔ Drain all solvent lines before opening any connections in the flow path. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Maintenance Safety Flap, Flex Board Safety Flap, Flex Board It is strongly recommended that the exchange of the safety flap, and flex board is done by Agilent-trained service personnel. Figure 17 Safety Flap Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
The maintenance functions move these assemblies into the appropriate maintenance position. For details, refer to “Maintenance Functions” on page 59. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
30 minutes “Exchanging the Metering Seal metering seal indicates seal wear and Piston” on page 120 Exchanging the gripper When the gripper arm is defective 10 minutes “Exchanging the Gripper Arm” on page 124 Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Do not bend the safety flap away from its position, or attempt to remove the safety cover. ➔ Do not attempt to insert or remove a vial from the gripper when the gripper is positioned below the needle. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Loosen the fixing screw, and lift out the needle. Insert the new needle (1). Align the needle in the seat, then tighten the screw firmly (2). Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Next Steps: 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 60). Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
• Use the Needle Up command in the Change Needle function to lift the needle an addition 1 cm. Disconnect the seat-capillary fitting from the injection Use a small flat-head screwdriver to ease out the needle valve (port 5). seat. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Next Steps: On completion of this procedure: Install the front cover. Select End in the maintenance function Change Needle (see “Change Needle” on page 60). Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
The stator face is held in place by the stator head. When you remove the stator head, the stator face can fall out of the valve. ➔ Carefully handle the valve to prevent damage to the stator face Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Remove all capillary fittings from the injection-valve Loosen each fixing bolt two turns at a time. Remove the ports. bolts from the head. Remove the stator head and stator ring. Remove the rotor seal and isolation seal. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Install stator head. Tighten the bolts alternately two turns Reconnect the pump capillaries to the valve ports (see at a time until the stator head is secure. Hydraulic Connections). Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Maintenance Exchanging the Rotor Seal Slide the waste tube into the waste holder in the leak On completion of this procedure: Install the front cover. tray. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Metering piston for 900 µL analytical head (only if scratched or contaminated) Preparations • Select Start in the maintenance function Change piston (see “Change Piston” on page 62). • Remove the front cover. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Notice that the closed side of the metering head faces upwards. Remove the two fixing bolts from the base of the Disassemble the metering head assembly. metering head assembly. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Reassemble the metering head assembly. Carefully insert the piston into the base. The closed side of the metering head must be on the same side as the lower one of the two capillary drillings. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Ensure the large hole in the metering head is facing downwards. Next Steps: 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 62). Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
• Remove the front cover. Identify the slit below the gripper motor and the gripper Rotate the arm approximately 2.5cm (1 inch) to the left arm release button. and insert the straightened paper clip into the slit. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Next Steps: On completion of this procedure: Install the front cover. Turn the power to the autosampler ON. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
2 Disconnect cables from the interface board connectors. 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. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Update Tool and the documentation from the Agilent web. •http://www.chem.agilent.com/_layouts/agilent/downloadFirmware.aspx?whid=69761 2 For loading the firmware into the module follow the instructions in the documentation. Module Specific Information There is no specific information for this module. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Maintenance Replacing the Module’s Firmware Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual Parts and Materials for Maintenance Main Assemblies Analytical-Head Assembly Vial Trays Standard Autosampler Accessory Kit Maintenance Kit Injection Upgrade Kit Multi-Draw Kit External Tray This chapter provides information on parts for maintenance. Agilent Technologies...
Parts and Materials for Maintenance Main Assemblies Main Assemblies Figure 18 Autosampler Main Assemblies Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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G1329-60011 Thermostattable tray for 100 x 2 mL vials 0101-1422 Injection valve G1351-68701 Interface board (BCD) with external contacts and BCD outputs 01090-87306 Capillary ST 0.17 mm x 380 nm S/S Heat exchanger Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Sapphire piston 0515-0850 Screw M4, 40 mm long 01078-23202 Adapter 5001-3739 Support Seal assembly 5063-6589 Metering seal (pack of 2) for 100 µL analytical head 01078-27710 Head body 0515-2118 Screw M5, 60 mm long Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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N O T E maximum instrument pressure to 200 bar. Therefore you must order the P/N G1313-60007 for the G1329A instead of P/N G2260-60007. This assembly includes the head body P/N G1313-27700 for 200 bar. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Parts and Materials for Maintenance Vial Trays Vial Trays Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Tray base G4226-43200 Plug G1313-09101 Spring G1329-60011 Thermostattable tray for 100 x 2 mL vials 0570-1574 Spring stud G1313-44513 Halftray for 15 x 6 mL vials G1313-44512 Halftray for 40 x 2 mL vials Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Capillary ST 0.17 mm x 380 nm S/S Heat exchanger G1313-44101 (3x) Finger Cap G1329-40321 Door Front CA G1329-43200 Adapter air channel G1329-44111 Cover insulation G1329-90122 1200 Sampler Door Upgrade Tech Notes ENG Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Needle assembly G1329-87017 Needle-seat assy (0.17 mm i.d. 2.3 µL) Seals and Caps Description 5063-6589 Metering seal (pack of 2) for 100 µL analytical head 5063-6506 Finger caps (x3) Reorder gives pack of 15 Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
G1329B G2260-60007 Analytical head assembly (900 µL, maximum pressure 400 bar) for G1329B only G1313-87303 Loop ext. capillary (900 µL) 5022-2133 Union for (900 µL) loop extension capillary G1313-87202 Needle assembly (900 µL) Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Parts and Materials for Maintenance Multi-Draw Kit Multi-Draw Kit Description G1313-87307 Seat capillary, 500 µL, 0.5 mm id G1313-87308 Seat capillary, 1500 µL, 0.9 mm id 0101-0301 Seat capillary, 5000 µL 5022-6515 Union ZDV Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Parts and Materials for Maintenance External Tray External Tray Description G1313-60004 External tray G1313-27302 Disposal tube Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual Identifying Cables Cable Overview Analog Cables Remote Cables BCD Cables External Contact Cable CAN/LAN Cables Auxiliary Cable RS-232 Cables This chapter provides information on cables used with the module. Agilent Technologies...
Identifying Cables 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. Analog cables Description 35900-60750 Agilent module to 3394/6 integrators...
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It's also called "Null Modem Cable" with full handshaking where the wiring is made between pins 1-1, 2-3, 3-2, 4-6, 5-5, 6-4, 7-8, 8-7, 9-9. 5181-1561 RS-232 cable, 8 m Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Signal Name module Not connected Shield Analog - Center Analog + Agilent Module to BNC Connector p/n 8120-1840 Pin BNC Pin Agilent Signal Name module Shield Shield Analog - Center Center Analog + Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Identifying Cables Analog Cables Agilent Module to General Purpose p/n 01046-60105 Pin Agilent Signal Name module Not connected Black Analog - Analog + Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Identifying Cables Remote Cables Remote Cables One end of these cables provides a Agilent Technologies APG (Analytical Products Group) remote connector to be connected to Agilent modules. The other end depends on the instrument to be connected to. Agilent Module to 3396A Integrators...
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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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Wire Color Pin Agilent Signal Name Active module (TTL) White Digital ground Brown Prepare run Gray Start Blue Shut down Pink connected Yellow Power on High Ready High Green Stop Black Start request Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
EXT 2 Grey EXT 3 Pink EXT 3 Blue EXT 4 EXT 4 Black Not connected Violet Not connected Grey/pink Not connected Red/blue Not connected White/green Not connected Brown/green Not connected White/yellow Not connected Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
CAN cable, Agilent module to module, 1 m LAN Cables Description 5023-0203 Cross-over network cable, shielded, 3 m (for point to point connection) 5023-0202 Twisted pair network cable, shielded, 7 m (for point to point connection) Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Agilent vacuum degasser. The other end is for general purpose. Agilent Vacuum Degasser to general purposes p/n G1322-81600 Color Pin Agilent Signal Name 1100 White Ground Brown Pressure signal Green Yellow Grey DC + 5 V IN Pink Vent Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
It's also called "Null Modem Cable" with full handshaking where the wiring is made between pins 1-1, 2-3, 3-2, 4-6, 5-5, 6-4, 7-8, 8-7, 9-9. 5181-1561 RS-232 cable, 8 m Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual Hardware Information Firmware Description Interfaces Overview Interfaces Setting the 8-bit Configuration Switch Communication Settings for RS-232C Special Settings Electrical Connections Serial Number Information Electrical Connections Early Maintenance Feedback (EMF) Instrument Layout This chapter describes the detector in more detail on hardware and electronics.
• run synchronization through APG remote, • error handling, • diagnostic functions, • or module specific functions like internal events such as lamp control, filter movements, • raw data collection and conversion to absorbance. • Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Update of main system can be done in the resident system only. Update of the resident N O T E system can be done in the main system only. Main and resident firmware must be from the same set. Figure 20 Firmware Update Mechanism Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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All these specific informations are described in the documentation provided with the firmware update tools. The firmware update tools, firmware and documentation are available from the Agilent web. http://www.chem.agilent.com/_layouts/agilent/downloadFirmware.aspx?whid=69761 • Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
G1364C FC-AS G1330B/K1330B μ CAN-DC- OUT for CAN G1364D FC- slaves G1367E HiP ALS K1367E HiP ALS Clinical Ed. G1377A HiP micro ALS G2258A DL ALS G5664A Bio-inert FC-AS G5667A Bio-inert Autosampler G4226A ALS Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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• CAN connectors as interface to other modules • LAN connector as interface to the control software • RS-232C as interface to a computer • REMOTE connector as interface to other Agilent products • Analog output connector(s) for signal output Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
• one start bit and one stop bit are always used (not selectable). The RS-232C is designed as DCE (data communication equipment) with a 9-pin male SUB-D type connector. The pins are defined as: Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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RS-232C Connection Table Direction Function Ground Figure 21 RS-232 Cable Analog Signal Output The analog signal output can be distributed to a recording device. For details refer to the description of the module’s main board. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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APG Remote The APG Remote connector may be used in combination with other analytical instruments from Agilent Technologies if you want to use features as common shut down, prepare, and so on. Remote control allows easy connection between single instruments or systems to ensure coordinated analysis with simple coupling requirements.
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START REQUEST (L) Request to start injection cycle (for example, by start key on any module). Receiver is the autosampler. Special Interfaces There is no special interface for this module. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
N O T E Switch settings provide configuration parameters for serial communication protocol and instrument specific initialization procedures. With the introduction of the Agilent 1260 Infinity, all GPIB interfaces have been removed. N O T E The preferred communication is LAN.
Use the following tables for selecting the setting which you want to use for RS-232C communication. The number 0 means that the switch is down and 1 means that the switch is up. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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No Parity Odd Parity Even Parity One start bit and one stop bit are always used (not selectable). Per default, the module will turn into 19200 baud, 8 data bit with no parity. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Save your methods and data before executing a forced cold start. If you use the following switch settings and power the instrument up again, a forced cold start has been completed. Table 21 Forced Cold Start Settings (without on-board LAN) Mode Select TEST/BOOT Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
There are no externally accessible fuses, because automatic electronic fuses are implemented in the power supply. 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.
Alphabetic character A-Z (used by manufacturing) Alpha-numeric code 0-9, A-Z, where each combination unambiguously denotes a module (there can be more than one code for the same module) 00000 Serial number Figure 23 Autosampler Electrical Connections Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
• the plastic layers help cushion the electronic and mechanical parts from physical shock, and • the metal inner cabinet shields the internal electronics from electromagnetic interference and also helps to reduce or eliminate radio frequency emissions from the instrument itself. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual Appendix General Safety Information General Safety Information Safety Standards Operation Safety Symbols The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) Lithium Batteries Information Radio Interference Solvent Information Sound Emission Agilent Technologies on Internet This chapter provides addition information on safety, legal and web.
The operator of this instrument is advised to use the equipment in a manner as specified in this manual. Safety Standards This is a Safety Class I instrument (provided with terminal for protective earthing) and has been manufactured and tested according to international safety standards. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
When working with solvents, observe appropriate safety procedures (for example, 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. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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. Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Ved udskiftning benyttes kun batteri som anbefalt 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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Appendix Radio Interference Radio Interference Cables supplied by Agilent Technologies are screened to provide optimized protection against radio interference. All cables are in compliance with safety or EMC regulations. Test and Measurement If test and measurement equipment is operated with unscreened cables, or...
• 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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
Appendix Agilent Technologies on Internet 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 Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Communication settings cable leak sensor open RS-232C analog leak sensor short auxiliary compensation sensor open leak Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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CAN partner low-volume capillary kit low volume injections maintenance minimizing delay volume Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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Index warnings and cautions waste electrical and electronic equipment WEEE directive weight X-axis Z-axis Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler User Manual...
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In This Book This manual contains user information about the Agilent 1260 Infinity Standard Autosampler (G1329B). The manual describes the following: • introduction to the autosampler, • site requirements and specifications • installing the autosampler, • using the autosampler, •...