Proflow Flow Meter Upgrade; Modifying The Module With A Proflow Flow Meter - Thermo Scientific Dionex UltiMate 3000 Series Operating Instructions Manual

9 ProFlow Flow Meter Upgrade

The ProFlow flow meter is designed for the nano LC flow range. In order to modify an
NCS-3500RS or NCP-3200RS module with a ProFlow flow meter, follow the steps and
guidelines in this chapter.

9.1 Modifying the Module with a ProFlow Flow Meter

Parts required
Description
ProFlow flow meter, with
thermal flow sensors for nano LC (50 – 1500 nL/min)
Upgrade kit for ProFlow flow meter
Including accessories required to modify a NCS-3x00RS or NCP-3x00RS module
with the ProFlow flow meter:
• Solvent lines, elbow tubes, shut off valves
• Capillaries for the NC pump (nanoViper, MP35N)
• Chromeleon software DVD
• Fitting plugs, Viper
Note: Operation of the module with a ProFlow flow meter requires a suitable firmware and
Chromeleon version.
Preparations
1. Disconnect the module in Chromeleon.
2. Remove the installed flow meter from your module. Follow the removal steps in
section 7.7.1 Replacing the Flow Meter, page 202.
3. On the NC pump, disconnect the solvent lines, the capillaries and the U tubes.
Follow these steps
1. Install a suitable Chromeleon version on the computer. Refer to the Chromeleon
software version and installation information that is shipped in the Upgrade kit.
2. Unpack the ProFlow flow meter.
3. Install the ProFlow flow meter. Follow the installation steps in section 7.7.1 Replacing
the Flow Meter, page 202.
Operating Instructions
UltiMate 3000 Series:
NCS-3500RS and NCP-3200RS
Part No.
6041.7850
6041.3003
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