Wavelength Calibration; Problem; Solution; Front Panel Led Troubleshooting - Agilent Technologies Cary 60 User Manual

Wavelength Calibration

Problem

The position of an absorption (transmission or reflectance) peak
appears to shift over a prolonged period of time.

Solution

Restart the Cary 60. The calibration procedure occurs automatically
on start up. Agilent recommends that as part of your standard
operating procedure you restart the Cary 60 monthly. Perform the
Instrument Performance Test suite in 'Validate' to ensure the
instrument results meet specification.

Front Panel LED Troubleshooting

LED Won't Light Up

No power to the instrument.
Check power cables and power point switches (if applicable).

Solid Red LED

The instrument is available to use but the previous initialization or
calibration has failed.
Initialization or calibration failed.
Check or perform the following:
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The sample compartment for items blocking the beam.
The cuvette is inserted correctly and clean.
Reboot the Cary 60.
Contact your local Agilent field service engineer or
representative.
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