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Varian Analytical Instruments
2700 Mitchell Drive
Walnut Creek, CA94598-1675/USA
Purge and Trap AutoSampler System
Operator's Manual
©Varian, Inc. 1999
Printed in U.S.A.
03-914642-00:6

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  • Page 1 Varian Analytical Instruments 2700 Mitchell Drive Walnut Creek, CA94598-1675/USA Purge and Trap AutoSampler System Operator’s Manual ©Varian, Inc. 1999 Printed in U.S.A. 03-914642-00:6...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Blank / Wash Bottle Setup 2.8.2 Waste Lines Setup Sample Tray Setup 2.10 Sample Tray Coolant Setup (Optional) 2.11 Archon Soil Transfer Line Installation 2.11.1 Archon to Tekmar 3000 2.11.2 Archon to Tekmar 2000 2-14 2.11.3 Archon to OI 4560 2-18 2.12...
  • Page 3 Keypad Definition & Layout / Screen Display General Operation Keys Auto Key Manual / Priority Sample Key 4.2.1 Running a Priority Sample During an AutoRun. Flush Key 4.3.1 Drain Sparge Tube 4.3.2 Flush Syringe 4.3.3 Rinse Sparge Tube 4.3.4 Backflush Water Probe Pause / Stop Key System Hold Method Setup...
  • Page 4 8-11 Archon to OI 4460 / 4560 with Varian 3400/3600, P/N DY-505870-00 8-12 Archon to OI 4460 / 4560 to HP 5890, RTE HP 1000 GC / MS Software 8-13 8.10 Archon to Tekmar 2000/3000 with Varian 3800, PN 03-925673-01...
  • Page 5 Error Code Screen Messages Spare Parts and Service Information 10-1 Technical Assemblies 11-1 11.1 Front Panel 11-1 11.2 Syringe Plate 11-2 11.2.1 Internal Standard Valve Assembly 11-3 11.2.2 Mixing Solenoids / 26 mL Syringe Assembly 11-4 11.2.3 Probe Section 11-5 11.2.4 Vial Sample Stations 11-6...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    AutoSampler utilizes a 51 position sample tray that allows water or soil samples to be run. The tray can be cooled if an optional chiller kit is installed. The Archon has a unique "gripper" arm which moves the sample vial to different positions that will bar code read (optional), identify the vial type, stir the sample, equilibrate to room temperature, and transfer the sample to the water or soil probe position.

  • Page 7: Design Features

    Intelligently determines if a temperature zone exceeds its set point. Archon utilizes a 5-position temperature equilibrium chamber that ensures samples are equilibrated at room temperature prior to sampling. Positively identifies programmed SoilVials and water vials prior to placement into sampling positions.

  • Page 8: Specifications

    Helium 60-90 PSI 99.999% GC/MS grade purity Gas Requirements: 1.4 Component Description The Archon consists of a base unit with a 51 position sample tray. The sample tray is removable from the front. A description of components follows. 1.4.1 Front Panel Keypad &...

  • Page 9: Rear Panel

    A gas connection pressures the water reservior to aid in water delivery and to ensure water cleanliness. PAT Purge Cut Off Valve: The Archon uses a valve to shut off the purge gas supplied from the purge and trap concentrator during the soil purge. In this mode, the Archon supplies the purge gas.

  • Page 10: Interior

    Introduction 1.4.3 Interior Refer to Figure 1-3. Sample Tray (not shown): A 51 position, all aluminum, sample tray is provided to hold sample vials. The tray is removable, and when installed, rests on top of the aluminum tray cooler for cooling the samples. 1.

  • Page 11: Vial Types

    Section 7.11 for motor speed adjustment instructions. 9. Overflow Drip Pan: The Archon has a drip pan to collect water in the event of spillage. The pan has a fitting on the bottom to attach a 1/4" ID hose. Lift the edge of the Archon and slide the 1/4"...

  • Page 12: Site Preparation / Installation

    Carefully open the shipping cartons. Lifting from the bottom remove the Archon from its carton (the largest box). Place it on the bench to the left side of the concentrator. Remove the sample tray, interface kit, interface cable, and any accessory or spare items from the second carton.

  • Page 13: Parts And Materials Included In The Accessory Kit (Dy-505224-90)

    If the Archon is to be shipped for any reason, the shipping screw C A U T IO N and spacer must be installed or serious damage will occur! See Section 7.15 Before turning the instrument on: Check the eight blue reverse ferrule fittings located in the sample area behind the rear panel (Section 11, para.

  • Page 14: Gas Connections

    Site Preparation / Installation The Archon dimensions are: 21.5W x 17H x 21D inches; 54.6W x 43.2H x 53.3D centimeters (see Figure 2-1), and weighs approximately 80 lbs./36.5 kilograms. 17”H 21”D 21.5”W Figure 2-1 2.5 Gas Connections Ultra high purity helium (99.999% GC/MS grade) is required for purging soil samples and operation of the vial gripper arm.

  • Page 15: Electrical Connections

    2.8 Water and Waste Lines Setup 2.8.1 Blank / Wash Bottle Setup The Archon is supplied with an 80 oz. bottle and lines for the blank, wash, and dilution water. Remove the bottle from the accessory kit box. The clear line will attach to the barbed fitting labeled “Helium”...
  • Page 16 Site Preparation / Installation Figure 2-2 Insert the cap, with the PEEK pickup line, into the bottle, screw the cap onto the bottle. NOTE: DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN THE CAP. SLOWLY TURN THE CAP ONLY UNTIL SNUG. OVERTIGHTENING WILL SPILT THE CAP. Verify the helium is turned on at the source.

  • Page 17: Waste Lines Setup

    Grasp the handles on the tray and insert the tray into the Archon with the number 1 position to the front left. The tray will rest on rollers as it is being inserted. Once the tray is all the way in, it will “lock down”...

  • Page 18: Sample Tray Coolant Setup (Optional)

    Figure 2-4 2.10 Sample Tray Coolant Setup (Optional) The Archon sample tray can be cooled by an optional, refrigerated chiller bath (P/N DY-505627-00), and plumbing kit (DY-700085-90) that can be attached to the coolant coil. It is located inside the cabinet under the tray. The tray rests on top of the coil allowing conductive transfer of temperatures.

  • Page 19: Archon To Tekmar 3000

    Archon. Examine the contents of the carton to confirm that all items are correct. Refer to Sections 2.1 through 2.3 for unpacking and component details. The installation of the Archon will require the use of two different types of nuts and ferrules. See Figure 2-5. 28-694029-00 1/8 “brass compression...
  • Page 20 Site Preparation / Installation this does not allow the Archon to be installed. Therefore, the 3-port fitting must be replaced with a 4-port cross fitting. 1. Remove the top, left side and valve oven covers from the Tekmar 3000. 2. Using a screwdriver, loosen the screw which secures the thermocouple and the clamp on the three-port fitting to the cabinet.
  • Page 21 Archon Heated Transfer Line Assembly DY-700001-01/02 Bolt with spacer Transfer Line Sheath Clamp with Standoff for GC Transfer Line Only GC Transfer Line Six Port Valve Oven Thermocouple Clamp Archon E-Form Nickel transfer Sparge Tube Mount Line Four Port Cross Fitting...
  • Page 22 Tekmar 3000 GC transfer line. 3. Bend the end of the Archon nickel transfer line, so it will fit into the open port on the 4-port cross fitting. Using a 1/4" open end wrench, tighten the nut. See Figure 2-6.
  • Page 23 Figure 2-9 Water Transfer Line Installation The Archon transfers, cleans, and dilutes liquid samples to the sparge tube via a five-foot stainless steel line and attaches to the 2-way valve on the top of the sparge tube. Refer to Figure 2-9.
  • Page 24 1. Locate the nut and ferrule and the line from the accessory kit. 2. Uncoil the line. Locate the tan-colored PEEK valve body manifold inside the right rear of the Archon. Slide the line into the fitting on the left. Tighten the fitting by hand.

  • Page 25: Archon To Tekmar 2000

    Remove the mounting hardware from the accessory kit shipping carton. Examine the contents and verify all items are correct. To properly interface the Archon to the Tekmar 2000, a 4-way fitting must be installed in the 2000 valve oven. Note the following installation procedures.
  • Page 26 Remove the cover. Remove the insulation block. 2. Insert the free end of the transfer line into the rear of the Archon, the line will pass the open slot. Attach the transfer line bracket to the panel with the two #4 socket head screws already installed in the rear panel.
  • Page 27 3. Connect the red PEEK tube to the sparge tube fitting. Use 1/16” nut and ferrules for this connection. Refer to Figure 2-13. 4. Route the peek tubing lines through the notch in the rear panel of the Archon labeled “waste lines”.
  • Page 28 1. Locate the nut and ferrule and the line from the accessory kit. 2. Uncoil the line. Locate the tan-colored PEEK valve body manifold inside the right rear of the Archon. Slide the line into the fitting on the left. Tighten the fitting by hand.

  • Page 29: Archon To Oi 4560

    1/16” nut and ferrules for this connection. 3. Connect the red PEEK tube to the sparge tube fitting. Use 1/16” nut and ferrules for this connection. 4. Route the peek tubing lines through the notch in the rear panel of the Archon labeled “waste lines.” 2-18...
  • Page 30 Sample Valve for Line Assembly Water Transfer Line Clamp Transfer Line Special 4560 Fitting From Archon (red PEEK tube) Sparge Tube Fitting Purge Gas Outlet (Blue PEEK tube connects here) Figure 2-14 Installation of soil transfer line to O.I. 4560...
  • Page 31 Remove the cover. Remove the insulation block. 2. Insert the free end of the transfer line into the rear of the Archon, the line will pass the open slot. Attach the transfer line bracket to the panel with the two #4 socket head screws already installed in the rear panel.
  • Page 32 1. Locate the nut and ferrule and the line from the accessory kit. 2. Uncoil the line. Locate the tan-colored PEEK valve body manifold inside the right rear of the Archon. Slide the line into the fitting on the left. Tighten the fitting by hand.

  • Page 33: Soil Helium Purge Gas Flow Adjustment

    Before running a soil sample the helium purge gas flow rate should be set. This is accomplished by the helium purge gas flow controller (1), pressure adjustment regulator (2), and gauge (3) located on the front right side of the Archon, see Figure 2-17.

  • Page 34: Loop Calibration For Internal Standard

    2. Run the calibration standard by hand (put 5 mL directly into the sparge tube. 3. Run blanks in the Archon manual mode. Note: Be sure the manual mode program calls for internal standard when running the blanks. 4. Calibrate the internal standard data by comparing the Archon data to the hand standard.
  • Page 35 Otherwise, no more than two labels should be applied to the vials. The waste bottle or drain MUST be placed at a location which is equal to or lower than the base of the Archon. Make sure the sample needle in the sprage tube does not sit centered or flush on the glass frit.

  • Page 36: Keypad Definition & Layout / Screen Display

    Keypad Definition & Layout / Screen Display 3.1 General The keypad provides a complete numeric pad as well as a motion operation pad for the X-Y-Z axis arm. The keypad is coupled with a 4 line, 20 character LCD screen displaying programming status...
  • Page 37 It also serves as a scroll down key when selecting the Method parameter setting. Used to scroll up within the Method Parameter setting. Also used to toggle the current motor selection and place the Archon in “SYSTEM HOLD.” Acts as a “backspace key.” Allows erasure of the current value of any data entry item.

  • Page 38: Operation Keys

    ENTER. The 'START AUTORUN' will now be bracketed, press ENTER, the AutoRun operation will now begin. To start the Archon at a later time, use the 'DELAYED START' feature. Using the "2 " key, scroll down to the <DELAYED START> command line. Press ENTER .

  • Page 39: Manual / Priority Sample Key

    The sample vial location number entered contains the correct vial type for the sample method to be run. If the “vial type” is not turned on in Section 6.7, System Options, the Archon will not identify a vial type automatically.

  • Page 40: Flush Key

    Operation Keys 2. ENTER the Method Number for the type of sample to be run. Press ENTER. 3. Press ENTER again scheduling the Priority Sample. A “P” will appear in the upper left corner informing the user a Priority Sample has been scheduled. The Priority Sample will begin after the current sample in progress is completed, including any programmed blanks.

  • Page 41: Drain Sparge Tube

    4.3.1 Drain Sparge Tube The DRAIN SPARGE TUBE menu line will be highlighted with brackets (< >). Press ENTER to initiate draining the sparge tube. A two-line menu appears: Keypad Display Entry Range * Drain Sparge Tube* <Drain Volume: xx> 1-25 Drain Sparge Tube* Enter a drain volume from 1-25 ml.

  • Page 42: Backflush Water Probe

    Press ENTER to resume the AutoRun from the point it was paused. Pressing the key twice will cause an abort /stop run, the Archon will then return to a Standby state after going through the start-up sequence.

  • Page 44: Method Setup

    Method Setup 5.1 Method Editing The Archon allows 30 methods to be edited and saved into a battery backed memory. To edit these parameters, press the Method key. The * Method * menu will be displayed. Enter the method number from 1-30, and press ENTER.
  • Page 45 Parameter Range Default Description This is the last vial or blank number to be Last Vial 1-51 run. If BLANK sample type is selected, enter the last number of blank to be run. For example if you want two blank to be run enter first vial=1 and last vial =2.
  • Page 46 Note: This is a soil method only setting. This parameter must match the time Desorb Time 0-99.9 2.0 min programmed on the purge and trap (min) minutes concentrator. The purge vessel is auto drained back to the Archon waste bottle during desorb. 03-914642-00:6...
  • Page 47 Timer parameter. Once the purge and trap reaches its Standby mode, a signal output will start the Archon, provided the Cycle Timer has reached 0.0. This will advance the Archon from a ready Cycle Timer 0-99.9 min. 00.0 min. to sample mode. The Archon starts when a purge ready signal is received from the purge and trap, in the standby mode.

  • Page 48: Blanks After Vial Editing

    The blanks allow additional system cleaning of not only the Archon, but also of the Purge and Trap and the GC. The blank water is withdrawn from the blank water reservoir rather than a user-prepared vial, but otherwise is followed by the whole analysis sequence.

  • Page 49: Method Programming Guidelines

    5.4 Method Programming Guidelines 5.4.1 Water Method Program To aid you in programming, please review the following *Method 1* Sample Type: Water example of a typical Water sample You may want to start with these settings and if necessary, make First Vial: Last Vial: adjustments after running several standards and or...

  • Page 50: Blank Method Program

    Method Setup 5.4.3 Blank Method Program *Method 3* If Blank is selected as the Sample Type in the Method Sample Type: Blank Edit Screen, the parameters entered will be the same as First Vial: for a Water sample, except those requiring vial Last Vial: movement.

  • Page 51: Operating Sequence Steps

    5.6 Operating Sequence Steps This section describes the Archon operational sequence steps during a typical sample run. As an aid to the operator, the sequence steps are displayed on the LCD screen while the Archon is running. 5.6.1 Water Sample Sequence...
  • Page 52 31. Elevator down The elevator moves down. 32. Autodrain The Archon waste valve opens and helium pressure from the purge and trap will now drain the sparge tube. 33. Drain sparge tube The Archon will initiate a safety drain.

  • Page 53: Soil Sample Sequence

    16. Parking The Robotic Arm goes to the Rear Park 17. Autodrain The Archon waste valve opens and helium pressure from the purge and trap will drain the sparge tube. 5-10...

  • Page 54: Blank Sample Sequence

    The blank sample is pressurized into the syringe then transferred to the sparge tube. 6. Autodrain The Archon waste valve opens and helium pressure from the purge and trap will drain the sparge tube. 7. Drain sparge tube The Archon will initiate a safety drain.
  • Page 55 Sequence Step Purpose 9. Syringe -> waste The syringe transfers the water to the waste bottle. 10. Rinse sparge tube The sparge tube is rinsed if rinses have been programmed. 11. Heating water Water is heated. 12. Water -> lines Hot water fills the lines.

  • Page 56: System Setup

    System Setup The “System” Key provides a menu to access all Settings, Maintenance, Calibration, and Options of the Archon. Pressing the “System” key will display the following menu. *System Setup * <Front Park> Status Maintenance Calibration Diagnostics Settings Options Contact Varian before making any calibration C A U T IO N and setting changes.

  • Page 57: Maintenance

    The SET point and Actual (current) temperatures are displayed. If the heater is not active, the SET point will show “OFF.” If the “Actual” temperature displays “???”, this indicates a thermocouple is open. Contact a Varian service representative before proceeding.

  • Page 58: Adjust Counters

    Plunger xxxxx Waste Block xxxxx The Archon maintains a movement count of critical components that can be used to schedule routine maintenance. They are: Vial count, this is a continuous count of sample vials run. Syringe Plunger, this is a movement count of the 26 ml syringe plunger each time it reaches its “home”...

  • Page 59: Clean Syringe

    6.3.4 Clean Syringe This prompt will move the XYZ mechanism to the front of the unit to allow clear access to the syringe. The display will prompt you for each step of the syringe cleaning. Refer to Section 7.13 “Cleaning or Replacing the Syringe Plunger O- Ring”...

  • Page 60: Auto Calibrate

    ID station. These settings are essential for accurate vial / gripper movement. After the Archon has been installed to the purge and trap, and before running the first sample , run the "Calibration Test" program. The program should also be run after ANY service to the vial gripper assembly or if ANY gripper movement error message has been displayed.
  • Page 61 Press any key to park the vial gripper. C A U T IO N If you fail to insert the sensor device into the vial gripper, the Archon will still attempt to run the program, however, it will not be able to detect the sensor bar and the following message will appear: Calibration Failed.
  • Page 62 System Setup The position adjustment commands are described below: Menu Label Action Comments Grip Opens/Closes Gripper Press "0" to release any vial before making position adjustments (none) Selects Axis to adjust Press an Arrow key to select the axis to calibrate.

  • Page 63: Vial 22 Position

    The Vial 22 position is critical because all other tray vial locations are determined from this setting. Use the following protocol to recalibrate this position: 1. Push the sample tray towards the rear of the Archon to make sure the tray is properly positioned.

  • Page 64: Equilibrium Block

    System Setup 7. Press ENTER to save the position values and complete the routine. The arm will return to its home position. 6.4.5 Equilibrium Block This coordinate setting positions the 40 ml water sample vial into the center vial position of the Equilibrium Block. From this point, the other vial positions in the block are determined (seeFigure 6-3).

  • Page 65: Standard Clearance

    Knockoff plate clearance Figure 6-4 Use the following protocol to recalibrate this position: 1. From the Calibration Setup menu, scroll to the "Knockoff Clearance" menu item and press ENTER. 2. The Robotic Arm will move and the following message will be displayed: * Knockoff Clearance* Press Enter to get vial 22 for Alignment or any other key to skip...

  • Page 66: Manual Calibration: Coordinate Settings Menu Items

    Note that the original positional settings determined at the factory during the instrument's manufacture are recorded on the reference sheet attached to the inside of the Archon right chassis panel. In certain instances, it may be useful to directly re-enter these original values through the Manual Calibration menu items.

  • Page 67: System Diagnostics

    6.5 System Diagnostics The “Diagnostics” menu allows the motors and Remote Input/Output functions of the Archon to be tested. Verify the motor and its circuitry is operating properly. There are no adjustments from this menu, only movement control. Note: The Diagnostics functions will not operate if the Archon is running.
  • Page 68 This would be an incoming signal to stop the sampling Emergency Stop: sequence of the Archon, returning it to the pre start-up mode. This is a true “stop all” operations function. Extra: This is an unused signal line. Possibly for future expansion.

  • Page 69: System Settings

    6.6 System Settings This menu allows the changing of the overall system parameters. These include temperature settings, motor speeds and acceleration rates, signal polarity, vial gripper time specifications, delay time and equilibrium data. When the *System Settings* menu line is selected, press ENTER, the following menu will appear on the display. * System Settings <US Probe Temp XXX>* XFER Line Temp...
  • Page 70 Equib. Count Equib. Count This will set the number of positions to be used in the Equilibrium section of the Archon. Equib. Time Equilibrium Time The minimum time the sample will remain in the Equilibrium section to reach ambient temperature The “2...

  • Page 71: System Options

    6.7 System Options The *System Options* menu allows for enabling optional features of the Archon. When *System Options* is selected, the following menu is displayed. The “2 ” and “8 ” keys are used to scroll through the menu lines. The “4 ”...
  • Page 72 This option will cause the Robotic Arm to search the Vial Checks: equilibrium and vial sampling locations for vials during start-up. The Archon will remove the vials and return them to the sample tray. C A U T IO N This option should be set to “YES”...
  • Page 73 6-18...

  • Page 74: Maintenance

    When cleaning any components of the Archon, e.g., exterior, robotic slide rods or leadscrews, gripper arms or sample tray, use only an isopropanol and water solution placed on a lint-free and oil-free cloth.
  • Page 75 Figure 7-2 Figure 7-3 Cover (See Figure 7-1). Knock off plate Bulkhead nut Gas line and nut Sample out line (short line) Reverse ferrule/Super Flangeless nut/ferrule soil transfer line (and nut) Retaining nut Helium flush line Mount plate #4-40 Screws Valve manifold Probe retainer Upper soil valve...

  • Page 76: Removal And Replacement Of The Water Probe

    Maintenance 2. With a 1/4" wrench, loosen the nuts on the sample out line (3) and on the helium flush line (5). Remove the lines from the probe. 3. With a 5/16" wrench, loosen and remove the bulkhead nut (2) with line, on the helium purge gas / water in line.

  • Page 77: Cleaning The Soil Transfer Line Frit (Pn Dy-505599-00)

    4. Attach the flangeless fitting and ferrule (11) into the hole in the center of the valve manifold (14). Be certain the line, with ferrule, is seated all the way to the bottom of the hole. Finger-tighten the nut. 7.3 Cleaning the Soil Transfer Line Frit (PN DY-505599-00) (Refer to Figure 7-2 and Figure 7-3) Removal 1.

  • Page 78: Replacement Of The Soil Purge Gas Needle (Dy-505463-00)

    Maintenance 2. Slide the Valco nut and a compression ferrule set onto the new line. Insert the line, with nut and ferrule into the upper soil valve (15). Using a 1/4" open wrench tighten the nut. 3. Attach the other end to the purge and trap using whatever fittings are required.

  • Page 79: Replacement Of The Heated Upper Soil Valve

    Components may be hot! Be certain the WA RN ING : “UPPER SOIL PROBE TEMP” and “UPPER SOIL BURN HA ZA RD VALVE TEMP” are OFF and the parts are cool before continuing. 1. Remove the soil probe cover. Disconnect the short line (16) going into the heated upper soil valve (15).

  • Page 80: Sample Stir Motor Speed Adjustment

    A small jeweler's screwdriver (1/16" flat blade or Phillips) is required. 1. Locate the pot access hole, on the rear panel of the Archon on the upper left side. The hole is below the 9-pin “D” connector labeled “Remote RS-232.”...

  • Page 81: Drip Pan Cleaning

    Refer to Figure 7-7. 1. Turn the helium flow Toggle Switch “OFF.” 2. Start from the main Archon menu. Press the “System” key. Using the “2 ” or “8 ”...
  • Page 82 Maintenance 5. The following menu will be displayed. Remove syringe Pull down carefully Press any key to continue. Gently pull the syringe barrel down off the valve manifold assembly (6). Examine the plunger and o-ring for any corrosion or damage. If the o-ring has been leaking or there is obvious damage to the o-ring, it should be replaced.

  • Page 83: Cleaning The Internal Standard Valve And Lines

    The vial gripper will move back to the home position. Press the System key twice to exit back to the main Archon menu. Turn the helium toggle switch "ON.” The Archon is Figure 7-7 now ready to begin running samples.

  • Page 84: Installation Of The Internal Standard Vials

    Maintenance 3. Blow through the lines with clean nitrogen or helium. 4. Remove the two lines (7or 8) from the bottom of the valve. These two lines are water/sample supply lines to and from the valve manifolds. Unscrew the lines from the manifold assemblies and using clean nitrogen or helium blow through the lines.

  • Page 85: Shipping Instructions

    7.15 Shipping Instructions If the Archon must be shipped, the “Shipping Positions” menu must be accessed to set the Archon in its correct shipping mode. Press the “System” key, scroll down to the *System Maintenance*, menu line “Shipping Positions.” Press ENTER, the display will now show “Shipping Positions”, then:...

  • Page 86: Remote I/O Cable Hookup Instructions

    Remote I/O Cable Hookup Instructions The following drawings are to be used to interface the Archon to the purge and trap and or gas chromatograph. The interface will allow the Archon, the purge and trap, and the GC to send and receive correct signals such as the GC ready and remote start.

  • Page 87: Archon To Tekmar Lsc-2000 And 3000, P/N Dy-505872-00

    If another method is selected please refer to the Tekmar manual for additional information. Connect the cable to the Archon and to the purge and trap. Be certain the locking screws secure the connector to the chassis. The spade terminals will attach to the GC and Data System at their appropriate connections.

  • Page 88: Archon To Tekmar 3000 With Hp 5890, P/N Dy-505869-00

    If another method is selected please refer to the Tekmar manual for additional information. Connect the cable to the Archon and to the purge and trap. Be certain the locking screws secure the connector to the chassis. The 12-position connector will connect to the HP 5890 and the red and black to the Data System.

  • Page 89: Archon To Tekmar Lsc 2000/3000 With Varian 3400/3600

    If another method is selected please refer to the Tekmar manual for additional information. Connect the cable to the Archon and to the purge and trap. Be certain the locking screws secure the connector to the chassis. The connectors P23 and P16 will connect to the Varian 3400/3600 GC motherboard at connectors J23 and J16.

  • Page 90: Varian Gc Motherboard Attachments - J16 And J32

    Remote I/O Cable Hookup Instructions 8.3.1 Varian GC Motherboard Attachments – J16 and J32 8.3.2 J-16 Splitter DY-700030-00 8.3.3 J-23 Splitter DY-700031-00 03-914642-00:6...
  • Page 91 When connecting to a Varian series 3400 or 3600 GC with Star Workstation, connectors from both the Archon I/O cable and the Star Workstation cable must access the J16 and J23 connectors on the GC motherboard. This is possible using the J16 Splitter (DY-700030-00) and the J23 Splitter (DY-700031-00) following the instructions below: 1) Turn off the power and unplug the power cord from the GC.

  • Page 92: Archon To Tekmar Lsc 2000 / 3000 With Hp 5895/96/85/87/88/92

    The Tekmar 3000 must be programmed to give a switch closure at purge ready. This switch closure will initiate the Archon to begin the sample Cycle. Select either method 14 or 15, to provide correct polarity settings for the purge ready output. If another method is selected please refer to the Tekmar manual for additional information.
  • Page 93 Archon and 3000 are ready when the GC/MS gives the start signal. If the GC/MS cycle time is shorter than the Archon and 3000, install the master cable. When in Master mode, be certain the GC/MS is ready when the start signal is given.

  • Page 94: Archon To Tekmar Lsc 2000 / 3000 With Hp 5890 W/5970/71/72

    If another method is selected please refer to the Tekmar manual for additional information. Connect the cable to the Archon and to the purge and trap. Be certain the locking screws secure the connector to the chassis. The 12-position connector will connect to the HP 5890 and the red and black to the Data System.

  • Page 95: Archon To Tekmar Lsc 2000 / 3000 To Hp 6890, P/N Dy-505873-00

    If another method is selected please refer to the Tekmar manual for additional information. Connect the cable to the Archon and to the purge and trap. Be certain the locking screws secure the connector to the chassis. The 9-position “D” connector will connect to either of the HP 6890 APG (Analytical Product Group) remote connectors.

  • Page 96: Archon To Oi 4460/4560 With Hp 5890, P/N Dy-505871-00

    Start Black System Attach the “D” connector of the cable to the Archon. Be certain the locking screws secure the connector to the chassis. Attach the 12-position connector to the HP 5890. Attach the individual wires to the Relay I/O terminal at the rear panel of the OI concentrator.

  • Page 97: Archon To Oi 4460 / 4560 With Varian 3400/3600, P/N Dy-505870-00

    Start Black Attach the “D” connector of the cable to the Archon. Be certain the locking screws secure the connector to the chassis. Attach connectors P16 and P23 to the Varian GC (J16 and J23 on the Motherboard) and secure the grounding clamp to the GC chassis.

  • Page 98: Archon To Oi 4460 / 4560 To Hp 5890, Rte Hp 1000 Gc / Ms Software

    Remote I/O Cable Hookup Instructions 8.9 Archon to OI 4460 / 4560 to HP 5890, RTE HP 1000 GC / MS Software HP 5970 MSD or HP 5988 MS, P/N DY-505875-00 Female R ed W hite B la ck Pin Outs...

  • Page 99: Archon To Tekmar 2000/3000 With Varian 3800, Pn 03-925673-01

    If another method is selected please refer to the Tekmar manual for additional information. Connect the cable to the Archon, to the purge and trap, and 3800. Be certain the locking screws secure the connector to the chassis. Refer to your GC and Data System manuals for correct connector locations.

  • Page 100: Error Code Screen Messages

    Error Code Screen Messages Message Description Must Calibrate (Target This message appears if one of the Calibrations has Position) first. not been performed. Refer to Section 6. Vial 1 position Water Probe Equilibrium Block Knockoff Clearance Press any key to reset. First vial >...
  • Page 101 Message Description Lost vial. This indicates the gripper has lost a vial. Check for a Press any key to reset. jammed vial or damaged sensor. Replace vial (#) in the tray. This message indicates a vial was removed from the Press any key to continue.
  • Page 102 Check for a motor failure or mechanical jam or sensor failure. Stack overflow. This is an internal error. Contact Varian. Press any key to reset. Subroutine ? not found. This is an internal error. Contact Varian.

  • Page 104: Spare Parts And Service Information

    10 Spare Parts and Service Information To obtain technical information, order parts, or service for your Archon call: (800) 926-3000 Outside the U.S.A., contact your nearest Varian office listed at the front of this manual. Before calling for service or parts please note: 1.
  • Page 105 2-Way Angar Solenoid Valve Assembly (Soil Purge Gas Solenoid/Soil transfer solenoid) DY-700032-00 Archon Heated Upper Soil Valve Assembly (Units after 12039) DY-505791-00 Archon 5100A Purge Gas Cutoff Valve Assembly (Units S/N 995-12046) DY-505899-03 Archon Purge Gas Cutoff Valve (Units after 12047) DY-503074-00 Relief Valve...
  • Page 106 Spare Parts and Service Information Part Number Description DY-505726-00 1 µl Rotor Loop DY-505407-00 Valco Valve and Actuator Assembly DY-505599-00 Soil Probe Filter Frit DY-700019-90 Internal Standard Pickup and Waste Line Kit Lines / Fittings DY-505514-00 Transfer Line (Water Only), SS, 1/16” x 5’ long DY-505745-00 Soil Transfer line E-form, 83"...
  • Page 107 Motor Pulley (Robotic Arm Motors)(See Section 11.5 ) DY-505429-00 Motor Pulley (Vial Elevator and 26 ml Syringe Motors) (See Section 11.4) DY-505415-90 Archon Auto Calibrate Upgrade Assembly (Rev. 2.8 up) DY-505815-90 Archon Software Upgrade with Cable DY-505419-90 Calibration Bar and Pin Kit (DY-505893-00 Pin, DY-505894-00 Bar) ®...

  • Page 108: Technical Assemblies

    11 Technical Assemblies 11.1 Front Panel 27-239992-00 Purge Gas Pressure Gauge 03-918707-04 Purge Gas Regulator DY-504156-00 Helium Flow Controller PU RG E GA S PR ESSURE PU R GE G AS FLO W 11-1 03-914642-00:6...

  • Page 109: Syringe Plate

    11.2 Syringe Plate Internal Standard Valve Assembly Mixing Solenoids/26 mL Syringe Assembly Sample Probes Vial Sample Stations 11-2...

  • Page 110: Internal Standard Valve Assembly

    Technical Assemblies 11.2.1 Internal Standard Valve Assembly DY-505879-00 Standard Motor w/6-port valve with gray cable DY-505407-00 Standard valve and actuator DY-505484-00 5 mL Reservoir Vials DY-505726-00 Rotor with 1 L Internal Loop 28-694637-00 3/8” Teflon Ferrule DY-700019-00 Internal std. pickup/waste line kit 1, 1a 03-914642-00:6 11-3...

  • Page 111: Mixing Solenoids / 26 Ml Syringe Assembly

    11.2.2 Mixing Solenoids / 26 mL Syringe Assembly DY-505830-00 Syringe Mixing Manifold Assembly DY-505720-00 Single burkert valve DY-700060-91 Valcon E-2 plunger and rod assembly (units > 12216) DY-505495-00 O-ring DY-505598-00 10 micron Water Probe Screen DY-502968-00 Syringe Glass Barrel 11-4...

  • Page 112: Probe Section

    Technical Assemblies 11.2.3 Probe Section DY-505491-00 Water Probe (Archons with external valve) DY-505739-90 Water Probe (> S/N 995) DY-505490-90 Soil Probe (SV units only for SN For use with <995) double ended cap DY-505743-90 vials only Soil Probe (SV units only for SN >995) DY-505492-90 Needle Sparge Probe Assembly...

  • Page 113: Vial Sample Stations

    11.2.4 Vial Sample Stations DY-505883-00 Stir Motor Assembly DY-505896-00 Soil Vial Block Heater Assembly DY-505463-90 Lower Soil Purge Gas Needle Assembly (for use with double ended cap vials only) DY-700024-00 Probe Guide Support Rod DY-700056-00 Guide Rod Assembly DY-5055451-00 Water Vial Cup 11-6...

  • Page 114: Interface / Transfer Line, Purge Gas Solenoid

    Technical Assemblies 11.3 Interface / Transfer Line, Purge Gas Solenoid DY-700032-00 Upper Soil Valve Assembly (Units > than 120038) DY-700039-00 Upper Soil Valve Kit (Units > than 120039) DY-700001-01 Soil Transfer Line and Heater Assembly (dual dia) DY-700001-02 Soil Transfer Line and Heater Assembly (single dia) DY-505745-00 Soil Transfer Line (Tubing Only) DY-505895-00...

  • Page 115: Rear Panel

    Single Burkert valve DY-505442-91 New Bracket Assembly 26 mL syringe DY-505442-92 Elevator Bracket Assembly DY-505882-00 Archon probe up/down motor (elevator) DY-505878-00 25 mL syringe drive motor Note: For face mounted valves only DY-700108-90 New Helium Manifold (units greater than SN 12953 shipped after 11-13-98.)

  • Page 116: Robotic Arm

    Technical Assemblies 11.5 Robotic Arm DY-505884-00 Up/Down Motor Assembly DY-505393-00 Motor Pulley (Gripper) DY-505384-00 Timing Belt Up/Down Motor DY-505881-00 Front/Rear Motor Assembly DY-505362-00 Timing Belt Front/Rear Motor DY-505363-00 Timing Pulley (Up/Down Leadscrew) DY-505393-00 Motor Pulley (Front/Rear) DY-505363-00 Timing Pulley (Up/Down Leadscrew) DY-505844-90 Gripper Block Assembly DY-505880-00...

  • Page 117: Interconnect Diagram

    11.6 Interconnect Diagram Note: F/R, L/R and U/D P.O.T. should be set at 3/4, std. valve full power 11-10...

  • Page 118: Flow Diagrams

    12 Flow Diagrams The following flow diagrams are included in this section, sequentially by method. Page Sample Ready 12-3 Water Sample to Sparge Tube 12-4 Water Probe Rinse 12-5 Helium Rinse 12-6 Water Sample Drain 12-7 Drain to Syringe 12-8 Drain from Syringe 12-9 Water Sparge Tube Rinse...
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