Table of contents INTRODUCTION System overview QUICK START Exit screensaver Dispense ultrapure water Dispense report View & manage Alerts and Alarms Navigate the screen interface CONSUMABLE MENU INFORMATION MENU System History Flow schematic Troubleshooting Contacts SETTINGS MENU Manager access & password System configuration Q-POD configuration Accessories...
This user manual is a guide for use during the normal operation and maintenance of a Milli-Q IQ 7000 water purification system. It is highly recommended to fully read this manual and comprehend its contents before handling the water purification system.
Main power cord Description of the system The Milli-Q IQ 7000 manages the production and the distribution of ultrapure water from a purified water source. It consists of two main units: • The water purification unit manages the production of ultrapure water.
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The Q-POD is the main interface with the user. They are configured with 2 or 5 meter connectors to the main production unit depending on the laboratory setting. The Q-POD dispenser is detachable from its support. The arm holding the dispenser on the mast can be moved up and down to adapt to laboratory glassware.
QUICK START Exit screensaver If the setting is active and there has been a certain time of user inactivity, the screensaver will be displayed on the Q-POD touchscreen. Screensaver Tap anywhere on the screen or initiate a manual dispense by pressing the dispenser wheel to exit the screensaver.
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Volumetric Dispensing (20mL to 100L) Enables a user to auto dispense a pre-selected volume. Note: When connected to a storage tank, always make sure there is enough water present before dispensing. This information is always displayed in the status bar: 44/120L 44/120L 1- Select unit and input volume to...
Note: When multiple Q-PODs are installed and dispensing is taking place on a Q-POD, the other Q-PODs will display the following information: Specifies the Q-POD on which the dispensing is taking place. Dispensing ongoing Q-POD 1 During this time, only the Information menu is accessible. Dispensing functions will become available again as soon as the dispensing operation is finished on the initial Q-POD.
View & manage Alerts and Alarms Alerts give you advanced warning when maintenance is required and Alarms notify you when the system has encountered a technical issue. Press on the alert or the alarm icon present in the bottom bar to display the alert(s) or/and alarm(s) which are active.
Navigate the screen interface Each Q-POD has a 5” touchscreen that allows a user to control and monitor the water system. All sub-menus and applications can easily be reached in a few clicks or swipes, as on a smart- phone. HOME SCREEN Home - Water quality...
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Apps When there are multiple lines, a scroll bar is present to swipe up & down ••• Indicates how many screens are present and where you are. Swipe left & right anywhere on screen to switch between screens. Pops-up When you click in a zone of text, the keypad will automatically appear.
CONSUMABLE MENU Viewing Consumables Status Color icons allow to instantly view the status of all installed consumables. Green: no action required Yellow: notice for a maintenance action Red: maintenance required! ••• Press on the icon to get the consumable ID, ordering information and a description of the purification technology.
INFORMATION MENU This menu contains useful system information and provides a system status. Dispensing is available while in this menu. Available apps: System History Troubleshooting Contacts Flow schematic System Find system details Select System ID to find the information on the water system model and installation details.
Flow schematic This is a graphic representation of the hydraulic components of the water purification system. Components change color depending on the state and system status. Grey - inactive Blue - active Yellow - maintenance alert Red - technical issue alarm Troubleshooting Access a diagnostic summary.
SETTINGS MENU Different settings are available to customize the water purification system operation. Depending on the user profile (end-user operator / system manager) some of the settings will have either read-only or read & write access. System Settings End-user Manager System Lab close configuration...
Available apps: System Q-Pod Date, Time & Configuration Password Configuration Language ° C/° F Alarm Configuration Units Connectivity Note: Dispensing while in this menu is not available. Manager access & password Login as a Manager Press on the menu button from the Home page.
System configuration Lab close When leaving the lab for long periods of inactivity, this mode can be activated to save energy and reduce wear of system components. Recirculation is reduced to once a day. 24h prior to resuming lab activity, the system automatically resumes a recirculation every hour, ensuring it is ready for use.
Q-POD configuration This app allows a user to configure all parameters specific to Q-PODs. These are unique to the Q-POD that is being used to input the values. To duplicate Q-POD parameters, the action(s) should be repeated on all other Q-PODs. Q-POD Name This can be personalized.
Alarm relay This accessory will allow to relay all, or a selection of alarms to a remote device. Select the alarm(s) that will activate the relay. Alarm set points Adjust the alarm set points by either clicking on the arrows or alternatively, click in the box to access the keypad and directly type-in the value.
2. Select the appropriate city. If you have not found a city, make sure you are in the right time zone. The Milli-Q system is now configured to display current local time and automatically updates ®...
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Units Units can be formatted to local needs: Resistivity / Conductivity MΩ.cm µS/cm Temperature °C °F Storage tank level Pressure Bar / kPa / psi Select and press on the unit of interest. The selected unit will appear in blue. Press “OK” to confirm selection and exit the pop-up.
MAINTENANCE MENU The maintenance of the system is easy thanks to the step-by-step instructions contained in the wizards. In addition, a new cartridge design means that pack removal and installation in the system unit is quick and effortless. Available apps: Install consumables Depressurization Care/cleaning...
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Note: If the Milli-Q feed is from a storage tank, before starting, ensure there is at least 30L of water present. If there is not enough water present, the wizard will finish but the cartridges may not be fully rinsed.
This setting is only available when in a pressurized loop feed configuration. The purpose of the inlet strainer is to prevent large particles from entering the Milli-Q system. If the inlet strainer becomes clogged, then feed water does not flow freely to the system.
SELF HELP GUIDE Depressurize system Depressurize system in case of water leak to temporarily stop production and all water processes. Go to page 22 Maintenance > Depressurization. Identify the source of the leak. Once fixed, to exit this mode, a user will need to go back to the home screen on which the initial depressurization took place and select Exit maintenance for dispensing to become available again on all Q-PODs.
Close the vent once the air has been released. • One possible reason for a decrease in Milli-Q Water flowrate is a clogged POD-Pak. The POD-Pak should be replaced when it appears to be clogged.
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ICONS Icon Meaning/Function Icon Meaning/Function Recirculation Dispensing Volumetric dispensing Assisted dispensing Start dispense Stop dispense Alarm with number of active Alert alarm(s) Home Menu Storage tank System manager logged in Mass storage USB connected Ethernet - LAN status connected Slider ON Slider OFF Password viewer Calendar entry...
Flow rate 0.05 - 2 L/min * in the appropriate operating conditions, otherwise typically < 5ppb. The Milli-Q IQ 7000 system is intended to produce ultrapure water that meets or exceeds requirements as described by the organizations below: Organization Water quality / grade...
50-60 Hz ±10% 350 VA 100 – 240 V ± 10% Environmental Specific environmental conditions have to be respected to ensure normal operation of the Milli-Q system. Location indoor use only Ambient operating temperature room temperature ranges from 4°C to 40°C...
Communication Each Q-POD has a large HD capacitive 5” touch screen (Resolution: 800*480) that allows control and monitoring of the system. The Q-POD has a built-in USB port that offers the possibility to download the water system user manual or to export the system data and/or history. The Host interface is compliant with the USB 2.0 Highspeed standard.
System Type Dry weight Shipping weight Operating weight Water purification unit 13.0 kg (28.7 lb) 17.0 kg (37.5 lb) 16.0 kg (35.3 lb) Q-POD dispenser 4.7 kg (10.4 lb) 7.2 kg (15.9 lb) 5.5 kg (12.1 lb) Dry Weight is defined as a system without its shipping container. Consumables and accessories are not included.
US and Canada. Safety information Your Milli-Q system should be operated according to the instructions in this user manual. In particular, the hydraulic and electrical specifications should be followed and met. It is important to use this equipment as specified in this manual; using this equipment in a different manner may impair the safety precautions of the Milli-Q System.
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Attention components on the electronic board(s). The Milli-Q IQ 7000 has been tested by an independent and accredited company for compliance with EU directives related to safety and electromagnetic compatibility. The declaration of conformity is available upon request. The system has been manufactured using components and practices recommended by UL and has been cULus marked.
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