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WA RN ING This guide is valid for A.01.xx revisions of The hardware and/or software described in the Agilent 1100 Series Thermostatted Col- this document are furnished under a license A WARNING notice denotes a umn Compartment software, where xx and may be used or copied only in accor- hazard.
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Agilent 1100 thermostatted column compartment (TCC) with the Agilent 1100 control module. Please use the manual of control module for further detailed reference. Specifications Performance specifications of the thermostatted column compartment 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Troubleshooting and Test Functions Overview of the Column Department’s Indicators and Test Functions Status indicators Power Supply Indicator Instrument Status Indicator Error Messages Timeout Shutdown Remote Timeout Synchronization Lost Leak Leak Sensor Open Leak Sensor Short 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Overview of the Repairing the Column Compartment Simple Repairs Changing Column Identification Tags Replacing Head Parts of Column Switching Valve Correcting Leaks Exchanging Internal Parts Removing the Top Cover and Foam Removing the Column Switching Valve Installing the Column Switching Valve 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Control Module Column Switching Valve Sheet Metal Kit Plastic Parts Foam Parts Power and Status Light Pipes Leak Parts Accessory Kit Cable Overview Analog Cables Remote Cables BCD Cables Auxiliary Cable CAN Cable External Contact Cable 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Agilent 1100 Series Interfaces GPIB Interface CAN Interface Remote Interface RS-232C Setting the 8-bit Configuration Switch GPIB Default Addresses Communication Settings for RS-232C Communication Forced Cold-Start Settings Stay Resident Settings The Main Power Supply Assembly viii 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Screens available from the System screen Screens available from the Records screen Diagnostics and Tests Specifications Performance Specifications Safety Informations General Safety Information Lithium Batteries Information Radio Interference Sound Emission Solvent Information Agilent Technologies on Internet Index 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Agilent 1100 Series Thermostatted Column Compartment Reference Manual Installing the Column Compartment Site Requirements Physical Specifications Unpacking the Column Compartment Optimizing the Stack Configuration Installing the Column Compartment Flow Connections of the Column Compartment Agilent Technologies...
Never use a power cord other than the power cord designed for your region. Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies to ensure WA RN ING proper functionality and compliance with safety or EMC regulations.
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2.5 cm (1.0 inches) of space on either side and approximately 8 cm (3.1 inches) in the rear for the circulation of air and electric connections. If the bench should carry a complete Agilent 1100 Series system, make sure that the bench is designed to carry the weight of all the modules.
C (77 – 104 Non-condensing Operating altitude Up to 2000 m (6500 ft.) Non-operating altitude Up to 4600 m (14950 ft.) For storing the instrument Safety standards: IEC, CSA, UL, EN Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Delivery Checklist Ensure all parts and materials have been delivered with the column compartment. The delivery checklist is shown in Table 2. Please report missing or damaged parts to your local Agilent Technologies sales and service office. Table 2 Column Compartment Delivery Checklist...
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* for reordering use part number 5062-8588 that comprises a kit with 3 column identification tags ** for reordering use part number 5063-6526 that comprises a kit with 6 column clips Ferrule front Ferrule back Fitting Capillary Figure 1 Capillary (Column-Heat Exchanger) Parts 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Installing the Column Compartment Optimizing the Stack Configuration If your column compartment is part of a Agilent 1100 Series system, you can ensure optimum performance by installing the following configuration. This configuration optimizes the system flow path and ensures minimum delay...
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Installing the Column Compartment Remote cable Analog pressure signal CAN Bus cable CAN Bus cable AC power Analog signal to recorder GPIB or LAN to LC ChemStation Figure 3 Recommended Stack Configuration (Rear View) 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Front View of the Thermostatted Column Compartment 3 Connect the power cable to the power connector at the rear of the column compartment. 4 Connect the CAN cable to other Agilent 1100 Series modules. 5 If a Agilent ChemStation is the controller, connect either •...
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The column compartment was shipped with default configuration settings. For changing of NO TE these setting, see "Setting the 8-bit Configuration Switch" on page 157. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
2 The column compartment is equipped with an access to heater area. column-identification system that can read column tags. Antennas Column tag Column clip For more information on column identification, see "Column-Identification System" on page 137. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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If your accessory kit was shipped without the 5 Fix the column with the column clip from the accessory kit. column clip, you may order them. Refer to From autosampler "Accessory Kit Contents" on page 6 for part number information. To detector 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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6 If the column compartment is not part of a Agilent 1100 7 Route tubings from modules above through the openings Series system, or if an Agilent 1100 Series Autosampler is in the funnel holder (top) and the plastic bottom part.
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Installing the Column Compartment 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Agilent 1100 Series Thermostatted Column Compartment Reference Manual How to optimize the Column Compartment Optimizing the Column Compartment Agilent Technologies...
• Keep the left and right heat exchanger temperature the same unless you do specific applications. • Assure that the front cover is always closed. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Agilent 1100 Series Thermostatted Column Compartment Reference Manual Troubleshooting and Test Functions Overview of the Column Department’s Indicators and Test Functions Status indicators Error Messages Thermostat Function Test Temperature Calibration Agilent Technologies...
Normally, temperature calibration is not required throughout the lifetime of the instrument. However, in order to comply with local regulatory requirements, calibration and verification may be required. The following sections describe these functions in detail. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Two status indicators are located on the front of the instrument. The lower left indicates the power supply status, the upper right indicates the instrument status. Status indicator green/yellow/red line power switch with green light Figure 6 Location of Status indicators 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Usually, an error condition requires attention (for example, leak, defective internal components). An error condition always interrupts the analysis. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
This section describes the meaning of error messages, and provides information on probable causes and suggested actions how to recover from error conditions. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
• A not-ready condition was present during a sequence or multiple-injection run for a period longer than the timeout threshold. Suggested Actions Check the logbook for the occurrence and source of a not-ready condition. Restart the analysis where required. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Fix the leak in the external instrument before restarting the pump module. Check external instruments for a shut-down condition. Check the degasser module for an error condition. Refer to the Reference Manual for the Agilent 1100 Series vacuum degasser. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
• Defective components in the instrument showing the not-ready condition. Suggested Actions Ensure the instrument showing the not-ready condition is installed correctly, and is set up correctly for analysis. Exchange the remote cable. Check the instrument for defects (refer to the instrument’s reference documentation). 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Suggested Actions Ensure all the CAN cables are connected correctly. Switch off the system. Restart the system, and determine which module or modules are not recognized by the system. Ensure all CAN cables are installed correctly. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
If the current falls outside the lower limit, the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Leak sensor not connected to the CCM board. • Defective leak sensor. Suggested Actions Ensure the leak sensor is connected correctly. Exchange the leak sensor. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
If the current increases above the upper limit, the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Defective leak sensor. Suggested Actions Exchange the leak sensor. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
If the resistance across the sensor increases above the upper limit, the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Defective CCM board. Suggested Actions Exchange the CCM board. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
If the resistance across the sensor falls below the lower limit, the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Defective CCM board. Suggested Actions Exchange the CCM board. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
If the fan speed falls below 2 revolutions/second for longer than 5 seconds, the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Fan cable disconnected. • Defective fan. • Defective CCM board. Suggested Actions Ensure the fan is connected correctly. Exchange fan. Exchange the CCM board. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
5 seconds, the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Fan cable disconnected. • Defective fan. • Defective CCM board. Suggested Actions Ensure the fan is connected correctly. Exchange the fan. Exchange the CCM board. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Probable Causes • The top foam was removed during operation. • Foam not activating the sensor. Suggested Actions Replace the top foam. Exchange the foam. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Probable Causes • The column compartment was switched on with the top cover and foam removed. Suggested Actions Replace the top cover and foam. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
• Flex board not connected (only if all left or right sensor error messages appear simultaneously). • Defective heater assembly. • Defective CCM board. Suggested Actions Ensure the flex board is connected correctly. Exchange the heater assembly. Exchange the CCM board. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
If the temperature is not changing as expected, the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Defective heater assembly. • Defective CCM board. Suggested Actions Exchange the heater assembly. Exchange the CCM board. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
70 ºC, the current is switched off and the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Defective heater assembly. • Defective CCM board. Suggested Actions Exchange the heater assembly. Exchange the CCM board. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
The processor checks the function of the heater circuits continually. If a defect is detected in the control circuit, the processor switches off the heater (peltier) assemblies, and the error message is generated. Probable Causes • Defective CCM board. Suggested Actions Exchange the CCM board. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
During the cooling phase, the Peltier elements should cool at a rate of >2 °C minute. During the heating phase, the temperature change should be >3 °C/minute. Defective thermostat components may cause cooling or heating rates to fall outside these limits. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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• Defective sensors on flex board. • Defective heater assembly. Suggested Actions Ensure cover is installed correctly. Ensure sufficient space is available for air circulation ("Bench Space" page 3). Exchange the heater assembly. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
The column thermostat is calibrated correctly when the measured temperature (using the external measuring device, "Temperature Calibration Procedure" on page 46) and the cross-over temperature (36 °C) of both heat exchangers (left and right) are within ± 0.5 °C 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Parts required Calibration kit G1316-68707 containing: Thermal pad (qty=20) 5042-1315 and spring G1316-01200 For the measuring and calibration process Agilent Technologies recommends a measuring NO TE device that provides the necessary resolution and precision. Contact the local Agilent Technologies support representative for ordering information.
1 Attach the thermal pad from the Calibration Kit onto the 2 Insert the temperature sensor into the spring. Ensure the temperature sensor. face of the thermal pad faces downwards. Thermal pad Thermal pad face 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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3 Remove the front cover. 4 Install the temperature sensor at the measurement position on the left heat exchanger. 5 Route the sensor wire through the slit in the leak tray. 6 Replace the front cover. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Agilent 1100 Series Thermostatted Column Compartment Reference Manual Repairing the Column Compartment Introduction into Repairing the Column Compartment Overview of the Repairing the Column Compartment Simple Repairs Exchanging Internal Parts Agilent Technologies...
ESD StrapElectronic boards are sensitive to electronic discharge (ESD). In order to prevent damage, always use an ESD strap supplied in the standard accessory kit (see "Accessory Kit" on page 116) when handling electronic boards and components." page 53. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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2 Unroll the rest of the band and peel the liner from the copper foil at the opposite end. 3 Attach the copper foil to a convenient and exposed electrical ground. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Repairing the Column Compartment Figure 9 Using the ESD Strap Print end: 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
57 "Replacing Head Parts When the valve performance shows indication of of Column Switching leakage or wear Valve" on page 60 "Correcting Leaks" If leak has occurred Check for leaks page 62 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
If column is used on the opposite heat exchanger or a tag is added to a new column. Parts required Column identification tag, pack of 3, 5062-8588 The column compartment is equipped with an column-identification system, that stores column specific information. Two identification antennas are incorporated in the heat exchanger assemblies. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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For small diameter columns, a cable tie wrap should be used, to fix the column NO TE identification tag at the column. Assure that the tie wrap is not blocking the front cover. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Figure 12 and Figure 13. The Agilent logo should be always at the front side. Column-identification tag Figure 12 Column-Identification Tag for Left Heat Exchanger Column-identification tag Figure 13 Column-Identification Tag for Right Heat Exchanger 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
7 Install the new isolation seal (if required). Ensure the metal spring inside the ring faces towards the valve body. 8 Install the new rotor seal. 9 Replace the stator ring. Ensure the stator ring is flush against the valve body. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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13 Perform a pressure-tightness test to ensure the valve is pressure tight to 400 bar. Isolation seal Rotor seal Stator ring Stator face Spring shows to Stator head rear Stator screws Figure 14 Column Switching Valve Parts 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
3 Observe the capillary connections and the column switching valve for leaks and correct, if required. 4 Replace the front cover. Column switching valve Column Leak sensor assembly Waste outlet Figure 15 Possible Leak Areas 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
ESD StrapElectronic boards are sensitive to electronic discharge (ESD). In order to prevent damage, always use an ESD strap supplied in the standard accessory kit (see "Accessory Kit" on page 116) when handling electronic boards and components." page 53. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Repairing the Column Compartment The column compartment has two heater assemblies that might be hot. If so, allow CAU TI O N them to cool down before starting repairs. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
2 Pull the leak funnel out of the leak funnel holder. 3 Move the power lock across the power inlet and lift the clips on the rear of the cover. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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30 seconds) to avoid the operation with removed Connector covers. An error will be generated (status lamp lights red) and the logbook will show an error message. The next figures show the position of the light switch on the board. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Repairing the Column Compartment 7 Position of the foam in the safety light switch. 8 Position of safety light switch on the main board when removing the foam. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Disconnect capillaries. • Remove column compartment from stack and place it on the working bench. • Remove the front cover, top cover and top foam section, see "Removing the Top Cover and Foam" on page 65. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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4 Lift the Z-panel together with the top plastic panel 5 Locate the ambient temperature sensor in the top plastic half-way out of the guide. part and push it towards the rear. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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7 Pull the top plastic panel together with the Z-panel into the rear of the top plastic panel. completely out of the guide. 8 Remove the Valve from its location. For the installation refer to "Installing the Column Switching Valve" on page 71. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
"Removing the Column Switching Valve" on page 68. 2 Replace the valve into its location. Ensure that during the next steps the flexible cables close to the heat exchanger assemblies are not damaged. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Ensure that during the next steps the flexible cables close to the heat exchanger assemblies are not damaged. 5 Press the Z-panel together with the Top Plastic Panel 6 Press down completely until it clicks into its holding completely down. position. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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9 Replace the foam section, the top cover and front cover, see "Installing the Foam and the Top Cover" page 96. 10 Replace the column compartment into stack. 11 Reconnect capillaries. 12 Reconnect the power cable. 13 Turn on the column compartment. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
96. GPIB Remote Figure 16 Unscrew Connectors from Board 4 Use a 5 mm and 7 mm wrench to unscrew the REMOTE and the GPIB connector. 5 Disconnect all connectors from the processor board. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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10 Refit the screws at the REMOTE and GPIB connectors. 11 Replace the foam section, the top cover and front cover, see "Installing the Foam and the Top Cover" on page 96. 12 Replace column compartment into the stack and reconnect the cables. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Module serial numbers are entered by typing specific commands into the command line at the bottom of the main user interface screen. 1 To enter a module serial number, type the following command into the command line: 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Instrument menu of the main user interface screen. The serial number of the column compartment can also be seen by typing the following command into the command line: print sendmodule$ (lthm, "ser?") The reply line will give the module serial number. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
"Installing the Foam and the Top Cover" on page 96. 4 Replace the foam section, the top cover and front cover, see "Installing the Foam and the Top Cover" on page 96. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
• Remove column compartment from stack and place it on the working bench. • Remove the front cover, top cover and top foam section, see "Installing the Foam and the Top Cover" on page 96. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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"Installing the Foam and the Top Cover" on page 96. of the left fan is correctly in the foam channel to assure correct closing of the foam parts. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
• Remove column compartment from stack and place it on the working bench. • Remove the front cover, top cover and top foam section, see "Installing the Foam and the Top Cover" on page 96. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
4 Press against the rear of the Z-panel to release the metal 5 Lift the Z-panel together with the top plastic panel plate from the guide and pull it carefully upwards. half-way out of the guide. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
8 Carefully pull out the top plastic panel together with the 9 Remove the heat exchanger assembly. Z-panel completely. The repair level of the heat exchanger assemblies is the complete assembly. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Ensure that it keeps in this position during the next might be helpful to insert the silicon isolation. steps. Ensure that during the next steps the flexible cables close to the heat exchanger assemblies are not damaged. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Ensure that the flexible cables close to the heat exchanger assemblies are not damaged. 5 Press the Z-panel together with the top plastic panel 6 Press down completely until it clicks into its holding completely down. position. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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10 Replace the foam section, the top cover and front cover, see "Installing the Foam and the Top Cover" on page 96. 11 Replace the column compartment into stack. 12 Reconnect capillaries. 13 Reconnect the power cable. 14 Turn on the column compartment. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
7 Remove the heat exchanger assemblies, see "Removing the Heat Exchanger Assemblies" on page 81. The leak tubing assembly might fall out of its position. NO TE 8 Remove the leak sensor cable out of the foam channel. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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18 Remove the power supply completely. the coupler. Re-use the coupler on the new power supply. Power switch light pipe Coupler The repair level of the power supply assembly is exchange of the complete assembly. No serviceable parts inside. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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25 Replace the foam section, the top cover and front cover, see "Installing the Foam and the Top Cover" on page 96. 26 Replace column compartment into the stack. 27 Reconnect the power cable and turn on the column compartment. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
• Remove column compartment from stack and place it on the working bench. • Remove the front cover, top cover and top foam section, see "Removing the Top Cover and Foam" on page 65. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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5 Remove the clips (shown from the inside of the column 6 Remove the leak base from the cabinet by unlocking it compartment) on both sides using a flat screwdriver. with a flat blade on the right and left side of the leak base. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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8 Replace the leak sensor assembly into the leak base. base. 9 Route the leak sensor cable through the z-panel into the 10 Replace the leak base into the cabinet until it clicks into left foam channel. the cabinet. Insert the right side first. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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13 Replace the leak tubing assembly into its location on leak 14 Replace the heat exchanger assemblies, see "Installing base. Ensure that it keeps in this position during the next the Heat Exchanger Assemblies" on page 84. steps. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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16 Replace the foam section, the top cover and front channel. cover, see "Installing the Foam and the Top Cover" on page 96. 17 Replace the column compartment into the stack. 18 Reconnect the cables. 19 Turn on the column compartment. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
2 Replace the foam section, the top cover and front cover, see "Installing the Foam and the Top Cover" page 96. 3 Replace the column compartment into the stack and reconnect the cables and capillaries. 4 Turn on the column compartment. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
The column compartment is open and other procedures have been carried out 1 Route the valve connector through the top foam and 2 Reconnect the valve connector to the main board. carefully fit the top foam into the column compartment. Connector 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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5 Place the top plate on the foam and slide it towards the 6 Place the top cover into the guides. rear and fix the screws at the rear of the top plate. Ensure correct fit with Z-plane 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Repairing the Column Compartment 7 Replace the cover. 8 Replace the front panel. Next steps: 9 Replace the column compartment into the stack. 10 Reconnect the cables. 11 Turn on the column compartment. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
1 Place the top part on the bench and insert the left and right 2 Replace the cover. side into the top part. 3 Replace the column compartment into the stack and reconnect the cables and capillaries. 4 Turn on the column compartment. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
3 If the CCM board was exchanged, re-enter the serial number information of the column compartment through the user interface, see "Entering the Serial Number using the Control Module" on page 76 or "Entering the Serial Number using the ChemStation" on page 76. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Agilent 1100 Series Thermostatted Column Compartment Reference Manual Identifying Parts and Materials Overview of Main Assemblies Control Module Column Switching Valve Sheet Metal Kit Plastic Parts Foam Parts Power and Status Light Pipes Leak Parts Accessory Kit Cable Overview RS-232C Cable Kit...
Identifying Parts and Materials Overview of Main Assemblies Figure 18 Overview on Main Assemblies 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Column compartment main board CCM (exchange part) G1316-69520 Hexagonal nut for GPIB connector 0380-0643 Hexagonal nut for RS-232 connector 1251-7788 Cable CAN to Agilent 1100 Series modules 5181-1516 Column identification board CID G1316-66503 Power supply assembly, additional power and status light parts, see page 110...
Control Module Parts Item Description Part Number Control Module, replacement part including cable G1323-67001 Plastic Housing Kit, includes front, back and a clamp 5062-8583 CAN cable Agilent 1100 module to control module G1323-81600 Figure 19 Control Module 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
G1313-87305 three capillaries (0.17 mm i.d., 90 mm) G1316-87300 Stator screws 1535-4857 Stator Head 0100-1850 Stator face 0100-1851 Stator ring Rotor seal 3 grooves (Tefzel) 0100-1854 Rotor seal 3 grooves (Vespel) 0100-1855 Isolation seal 0100-1852 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Identifying Parts and Materials Spring side shows to rear Figure 20 Column Switching Valve Parts 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Sheet Metal Kit Parts Item Description Part Number Sheet metal kit includes items 1, 2 and 3 G1316-68701 RFI shield G1316-00600 RFI spring side G1316-09100 RFI spring bottom G1316-09102 Figure 21 Sheet Metal Kit Parts 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Description Part Number Plastic kit, includes base, sides and top G1316-68703 Front cover G1316-68704 Name plate Agilent 1100 Series 5042-1381 For correct assembling of the top and sides, see "Assembling the Main Cover" on page 99. NO TE Figure 22...
Table 10 Foam Parts Item Description Part Number 1, 2 EPP foam kit, includes 1 and 2 G1316-68702 Base Do not order the individual part numbers mentioned on the foam. NO TE Figure 23 Foam Parts 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Power and Status Light Pipes Item Description Part Number Power supply assembly 0950-2528 Power light pipe 5041-8382 Status light pipe 5041-8384 Power switch button 5041-8381 Coupler for power supply actuator 5041-8383 Figure 24 Power and Status Light Pipes 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
5041-8388 Leak funnel holder G1316-42300 O-ring for ambient temperature sensor 0400-0002 Waste assembly, includes complete Y-tubing assembly with G1316-60002 leak funnel Waste tubing 1200 mm long (part of accessory kit) 0890-1711 Figure 25 Leak Parts 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Identifying Parts and Materials Cable Overview Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies to ensure WA RN ING proper functionality and compliance with safety or EMC regulations. Table 14 Cable Overview Type Description Part Number Analog...
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5181-1516 cables Agilent 1100 module to module, 1 m 5181-1519 Agilent 1100 module to control module G1323-81600 External Agilent 1100 Series interface board to general purpose G1103-61611 contacts GPIB Agilent 1100 module to Agilent ChemStation, 1 m 10833A cable Agilent 1100 module to Agilent ChemStation, 2 m...
Identifying Parts and Materials Analog Cables One end of these cables provides a BNC connector to be connected to Agilent 1100 Series modules. The other end depends on the instrument to which connection is being made. Agilent 1100 to 3390/2/3 Integrators...
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Signal Name 35900-60750 3394/6 Agilent 1100 Not connected Shield Analog - Center Analog + Agilent 1100 to BNC Connector Table 17 Connector Signal Name 8120-1840 Agilent 1100 Shield Shield Analog - Center Center Analog + 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Identifying Parts and Materials Agilent 1100 to General Purpose Connector Signal Name 01046-60105 3394/6 Agilent 1100 Not connected Black Analog - Analog + 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Remote Cables One end of these cables provides a Agilent Technologies APG (Analytical Products Group) remote connector to be connected to Agilent 1100 Series modules. The other end depends on the instrument to be connected to. Agilent 1100 to 3390 Integrators...
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3 - Gray Start 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 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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9 - Black Start request 13, 15 Not connected Agilent 1100 to 3396 Series II / 3395A Integrators Use the cable 03394-60600 and cut pin #5 on the integrator side. Otherwise the integrator prints START; not ready. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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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 13, 15 Not connected 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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3 - Gray Start 4 - Blue Shut down 5 - Pink Not connected 6 - Yellow Power on High 7 - Red Ready High 8 - Green Stop 5 - Key 9 - Black Start request 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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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 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Identifying Parts and Materials BCD Cables One end of these cables provides a 15-pin BCD connector to be connected to the Agilent 1100 Series modules. The other end depends on the instrument to be connected to. Agilent 1100 to 3392/3 Integrators...
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Agilent 1100 to 3396 Integrators Table 27 Connector Signal Name BCD Digit 03396-60560 3392/3 Agilent 1100 BCD 5 BCD 7 BCD 6 BCD 4 BCD 0 BCD 3 BCD 2 BCD 1 Digital ground + 5 V 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Signal Name BCD Digit 18594-60520 Agilent 1100 Green BCD 5 Violet BCD 7 Blue BCD 6 Yellow BCD 4 Black BCD 0 Orange BCD 3 BCD 2 Brown BCD 1 Gray Digital ground White +5 Vt 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Identifying Parts and Materials Auxiliary Cable One end of this cable provides a modular plug to be connected to the Agilent 1100 Series vacuum degasser. The other end is for general purpose. Agilent 1100 Series Degasser to general purposes Table 29...
Both ends of this cable provide a modular plug to be connected to Agilent 1100 Series module’s CAN-bus connectors. Table 30 Agilent 1100 module to module, 0.5 m 5181-1516 Agilent 1100 module to module, 1 m 5181-1519 Agilent 1100 module to control module G1323-81600 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
External Contact Cable One end of this cable provides a 15-pin plug to be connected to Agilent 1100 Series module’s interface board. The other end is for general purpose. Agilent 1100 Series Interface Board to general purposes Table 31 Connector...
RS-232C Cable Kit This kit contains a 9-pin female to 9-pin female null modem (printer) cable and one adapter. Use the cable and adapter to connect Agilent Technologies instruments with 9-pin male RS-232C connectors to most PCs or printers. Agilent 1100 module to PC...
For point to point connection (not using a network hub) use a twisted pair cross over LAN cable (P/N 5183-4649, 10 feet long). For standard network connections using a hub use category 5 UTP cables, (P/N G1530-61480, 8 m long). 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Agilent 1100 Series Thermostatted Column Compartment Reference Manual Introduction to the Column Compartment Introduction to the Column Compartment System Overview Column-Identification System Column Switching Valve (Optional) Electrical Connections Instrument Layout The Electronics Column Compartment Main Board (CCM) Firmware Description Agilent 1100 Series Interfaces...
The Agilent 1100 Series thermostatted column compartment is a stackable temperature-controlled column compartment for LC. It is available as standalone module or as a component of a Agilent 1100 Series system. It is used for heating and cooling to meet extreme requirements of retention time reproducibility.
This depends on several factors: flow rate, setpoint temperature, ambient temperature and column dimensions. The higher the flow rate, the faster the column equilibrates (due to thermostatted mobile phase). 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Example for a flow rate of 5 ml/min of water Time (min) Figure 27 Equilibration of Heat Exchanger and Column Temperature The temperature calibration and verification is described in "Temperature Calibration Procedure" on page 46. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Introduction to the Column Compartment Column-Identification System The Agilent 1100 Series thermostatted column compartment is equipped with a column-identification system. This allows to write and to read column-specific information to and from the column-identification tag. Antennas Column-identificatio n tag Column clip...
There is a difference in attaching the identification tag to the column depending on which NO TE heat exchanger it will be located, see Figure 29 and Figure 30. The Agilent logo should be always at the front side. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Column-Identification Tag for Right Heat Exchanger Column Clip For better positioning of the column on the heat exchanger a column clip is available (part of accessory kit, "Accessory Kit" on page 112). Figure 31 Column Clip 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Switching should be done when the flow is off and the pressure is zero. From autosampler Heater assembly 1 Heater assembly 2 Column 1 Column 2 To detector Figure 33 Column 1 Active 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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After the valve has switched, the analytical column flow continues in normal direction. Only the precolumn is back-flushed, eluting highly retained peaks directly to the detector. From autosampler Heater assembly 1 Heater assembly 2 Precolumn Analytical Column To detector Figure 35 Precolumn Back-flushing 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Table 38 on page 158) and is recognized once after power is switched on. • The CAN bus is a serial bus with high-speed data transfer. The two connectors for the CAN bus are used for internal Agilent 1100 Series module data transfer and synchronization.
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Introduction to the Column Compartment Security lever APG Remote Power GPIB RS-232C Configuration switch Figure 36 Electrical Connections 1100 Series TCC Reference 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 column compartment. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
The Electronics The electronics are comprised of four main components: • column compartment main board (CCM), see page 146. • column identification board (CID), see "Column-Identification Module" page 147 • power supply, see page 162. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
One valve driver is used for the operation of an optional Column Switching Valve. Electronic Fuses The circuits that are connected to + 36 V are fused on the board electronically. This prevents the damage to components. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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(defect recognition). On-board Battery An on-board lithium battery buffers the electronic memories when the column compartment is turned off. For safety information on lithium batteries see "Lithium Batteries Information" on page 193. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Introduction to the Column Compartment Interfaces For detailed information on interfaces see "Agilent 1100 Series Interfaces" page 153. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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PWM driver driver Fan R sense REMOTE driver RS-232C Main driver processor Real time Memory clock Safety lock Column ID main µ-controller power supply Figure 37 Block Diagram Column Compartment Main Controller Functionality 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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+ 36 V electronic fuse + 36 V hardware is optional! +24 V main power ±15 V supply + 5 V + 36 V Figure 38 Interconnection Diagram Column Compartment Main Board 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
• a non-instrument specific section, called ‘resident system’, • an instrument specific section, called ‘main system’. Resident System This resident section of the firmware is identical for all Agilent 1100 series modules. Its properties are: • the complete communication capabilities (GPIB, CAN, LAN and RS-232C), •...
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Update of main system can be done in the resident system only. NO TE Update of the resident system can be done in the main system only. main FW update Resident System Main System resident FW update Figure 39 Firmware Update Mechanism 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
For identification and location of the connectors see Figure 5 on page 10. Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies to ensure WA RN ING proper functionality and compliance with safety or EMC regulations, see "Cable...
Remote Interface 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.
The RS-232C connector is used to control the column module from a computer through RS-232C connection, using the appropriate software. This connector can be configured with the configuration switch module next to the GPIB connector. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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The RS-232C is designed as DCE (data communication equipment) with a 9-pin male SUB-D type connector. The pins are defined as: Table 36 RS-232C Connection Table Direction Function Ground Instrument Male Female Female Male Figure 40 RS-232 Cable 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Switches 1 and 2 define which set of parameters (for example, for GPIB, RS-232C, and so on) will be changed. Once the change has been completed, the instrument must be powered up again in order to store the values in the non-volatile memory. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
If you just want to change the GPIB address and need a detailed procedure, refer to the Installing Your Agilent ChemStation System handbook. Default GPIB address is set to the following addresses: Table 38 Default Addresses for Agilent 1100 Series Modules Module Address Binary Address...
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9600 1200 14400 2400 19200 4800 38400 Table 41 Data Bit Settings Switch 6 Data Word Size 7 Bit Communication 8 Bit Communication Table 42 Parity Settings Switches Parity No Parity Odd Parity Even Parity 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
If you use the following switch settings and power the instrument up again, the instrument firmware stays in the resident part, that is, it is not operable as a column compartment. It only uses basic functions of the operating system, for example, for communication. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Introduction to the Column Compartment Table 44 Stay Resident Settings Mode Select TEST/BOOT To return to normal operation, set switches back to your GPIB or RS 232C configuration settings. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Main Power Supply (MPS) Block Diagram To disconnect the instrument from line, unplug the power cord. The power supply WA RN ING still uses some power, even if the power switch on the front panel is turned off. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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+ 36 V must not exceed 107 W. Output 2 + 36 V / 2.5 A (maximum) Output 3 + 5 V / 3 A Output 4 + 15 V / 0.3 A Output 5 - 15 V / 0.3 A 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Agilent 1100 Series Thermostatted Column Compartment Reference Manual Control Module Screens for the Agilent 1100 Column Compartment Major keys on the Agilent 1100 Control Module Screens available from the Analysis screen Screens available from the System screen Screens available from the Records screen...
LC Module firmware revision 3.8x In case the control module’s display seems to be frozen (hang-up due to a communication NO TE problem on the CAN bus, unplug the control module from the LC module and reconnect. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Agilent 1100 modules. Restart re-boots the control module. Heater ON/OFF Use the F8 key (On/Off) to turn on the heater(s). If more than one module is available, select the F7 key (Temp). 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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The number of parameters on the display are restricted as additional modules are added. Maximum 4 modules are shown automatically. If more modules are in the system, you have to chose in Setup view. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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F8 opens a window to turn on the heater(s). Use the m-key for the context sensitive menu. The Status command pulls up a monitor screen displaying signals and spectra as programmed. Reset will load the TCC default parameters. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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(Insert) to add entries or F6 key (Delete) to remove entries. Press the F7 key (Insert) to add a timetable events. Use the F6 key (Done) to view the entered lines of the timetable. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Settings - Column Switching Valve With the F3 key (Column Switch) you have access to the column switching valve, see "Column Switching Valve (Optional)" on page 140. You can select either the left or right column. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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F8 key (Right) changes to the right column id tag information (if installed). Settings - Run times With the F5 key (Runtimes) you can change the stop time and the post-run time. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Information on the actual temperature setting (left and right), column name, elapsed run time, messages and the signal plot are shown. Press key F8 (Start) to start a run, key F7 (Rescale) to maximize the signal. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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On the Analysis screen use the F3 key (Method) to view the parameters in a method and F8 key (Save As) to save the method in the module(s). The PC-Card key is only active when a PCMCIA card is inserted in the control module. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Use F2 key (PC-Card) to save a method on a PCMCIA card. Use the Right/Left arrows to switch between PC-Card and Instrument window. Use the UP/Down arrows to select the method. Use the F7/F8 keys (Copy) to enter available signals into the box for selected signals or vice versa. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
On the System screen use the F2 key (Configure) to select the TCC. Here you define further special setpoints for the TCC operation. The option line informs about a column switching valve, if installed (optional),. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Control Module Screens for the Agilent 1100 Column Compartment Use the F1 key (Interfaces) to access the interface settings (if required). 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Use the F4 key (Records) to select the TCC. Errors are reported either into the System Log (F2) or Error Log (F3). System / Error Log Use the F2 key (System Log) or F3 key (Error Log) to look for errors. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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(together with specific main firmware revisions), select the a file from the PCMCIA card (RESnnnn.DLB) and press execute. If you want to update the main firmware, press F7 key (Transfer) to turn the module into the resident mode (LED on module should blink yellow). 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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F7 key (Transfer) to return the module into the normal mode (LED on module should stay yellow). If you have not saved your methods, please do it before continuing. Otherwise they will be overwritten during the update process. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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In case the serial number of the module has to be added, use the m-key to open the menu Enter Serial#. The serial number becomes active after restart of the module. Maintenance activities On the Records screen use the F4 key (Maint log) to view and edit the maintenance logbook. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Control Module Screens for the Agilent 1100 Column Compartment Use the F7 key (Add) to add new maintenance activities. If an activity is not listed, you can type the activity into the line “Add” using the control modules key pad. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
F6 key (Plot) opens the plot window. Calibration With F1 key (Calibrate) the recalibration of the TCC can be accessed. Refer to "Temperature Calibration" on page 45 for more information before starting this function. with F8 key (Calibrate). 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Low voltages in major maintenance areas. GLP features Column-identification module for GLP documentation of column type, see "Column-Identification System" on page 137 Housing All materials recyclable. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Specifications All specifications are valid for distilled water at ambient temperature (25 °C), set point at NO TE 40 °C and a flow range from 0.2–5 ml/min. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Agilent 1100 Series Thermostatted Column Compartment Reference Manual Safety Informations General Safety Information Lithium Batteries Information Radio Interference Sound Emission Solvent Information Agilent Technologies on Internet Agilent Technologies...
Any adjustment, maintenance, and repair of the opened instrument under voltage should be avoided as much as possible. When inevitable, this should be carried out by a skilled person who is aware of the hazard involved. Do not 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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A warning alerts you to situations that could cause physical injury or damage to the WA RN ING equipment. Do not proceed beyond a warning until you have fully understood and met the indicated conditions. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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Safety Informations A caution alerts you to situations that could cause a possible loss of data. Do not CAU TI O N proceed beyond a caution until you have fully understood and met the indicated conditions. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare. Ved udskiftning benyttes kun batteri som anbefalt WA RN ING av apparatfabrikanten. Brukt batteri returneres appararleverandoren. Bij dit apparaat zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet weggooien NO TE maar inleveren als KCA. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
If test and measurement equipment is operated with equipment unscreened cables and/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. 1100 Series TCC Reference 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) 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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 1100 series modules for download. 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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CID board, external measuring device location, information, replacing, column dead volume, capacity and length, delivery checklist, changing column and tags, features dimensions, 4, equilibration time, column identification, column clip, column switching valve, 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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CID board, unpacking, exchanging column switching valve instrument layout, operation temperature, parts, interfaces operation, theory of electronics, exchanging processor board (CCM), APG remote, optimizing the performance, exchanging the fan, CAN, installing column switching valve, GPIB, 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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4, power considerations, power cords, specifications, stack configuration, front view, rear view, status indicators, 18, details, location, system overview, tag, installation, 1100 Series TCC Reference Manual...
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In This Book This manual contains technical reference information about the Agilent 1100 Series thermostatted column compartment. The manual describes the following: • installing the column compartment, • the column compartment optimization, • diagnostics and troubleshooting, • repairing the column compartment, •...