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Column Thermostat CT 2.1
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Document no. V6810

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  • Page 1 Column Thermostat CT 2.1 Instructions HPLC Document no. V6810...
  • Page 2 For the printed versions of our instructions, we use environmentally friendly paper from sustainable forests. Copyright: This document contains confidential information and may not be repro- duced without written consent of KNAUER Wissenschaftliche Geräte GmbH. © KNAUER Wissenschaftliche Geräte GmbH 2019 All rights reserved.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents 1. General ................1 About these instructions .
  • Page 4 Table of contents Computer control............12 4.4.1 Setting up LAN.
  • Page 5 Table of contents 10. Disposal ................38 10.1 AVV-Marking Germany .

  • Page 6: General

    These operating instructions are an integral part of the device. It must be kept in the immediate vicinity of the device and accessible to the user at all times. You can download these and other instructions from the KNAUER web- site: www.knauer.net/library...

  • Page 7: Legal Information

    1.4.3 Warranty conditions For information on warranty please refer to our general terms and condi- tions on the website: www.knauer.net/terms 1.4.4 Declaration of conformity The declaration of conformity is enclosed as a separate document with the product and can be obtained online: www.knauer.net/en/Support/Declarations-of-conformity...

  • Page 8: Basic Safety Instructions

    Operation in potentially explosive areas without special and additio- ƒ nal explosion protection. Contact the KNAUER Customer Support for more information. User qualification The user is qualified to handle the device if all of the following points apply: He has at least a basic knowledge of liquid chromatography.

  • Page 9: Operator Responsibility

    Basic safety instructions Operator responsibility The operator is any person who operates the device himself or leaves it to a third party for use and who bears the legal product responsibility for the protection of the user or third parties during operation. The obligations of the operator are listed below: Know and follow the applicable work safety regulations.

  • Page 10: Working With Solvents

    Basic safety instructions Working with solvents 2.6.1 General requirements The user is trained for handling different solvents. ƒ Note that organic solvents are toxic above a certain concentration. For ƒ handling hazardous solvents see the following section. Mobile phases and samples may contain volatile or combustible sol- ƒ...

  • Page 11: Explosive Environment

    Devices which are shipped without the completed document “Service request form and decontamination report” will not be repaired. If you would like to return a device to KNAUER, make sure to enclose the com- pleted document: www.knauer.net/servicerequest AZURA® Column Thermostat 2.1 Instructions, V6810...

  • Page 12: Product Information

    3. Product information General The AZURA® Column Thermostat CT 2.1 can be used in the following configurations: Up to 8 columns of dimensions 125 mm x 4.6 mm ID with precolumn ƒ Up to 4 columns of dimensions 300 x 4.6 mm ID ƒ...

  • Page 13: Views

    Product information Views Front view Legend Cartridge for eluent pre-tempering (optional) Door Housing Column holder Temperature sensor Column (not includ- ed in the scope of delivery) Leak sensor Fig. 1: Front view Rear view Note: Please note that the RS-232 interface (“service interface”) is solely used for repair and maintenance tasks performed by service technicians.

  • Page 14: Symbols And Signs

    Product information Symbols and signs The following symbols and signs can be found on the device: Symbols Meaning High-voltage hazard Hot-surface hazard. A device marked with CE fulfills the product spe- cific requirements of European directives. This is confirmed in a Declaration of Conformity. The device may not be disposed of with house- hold waste.

  • Page 15: Installation And Initial Startup

    4. Installation and initial startup Before you determine the operation site, read the chapter “Technical Data” (see chapter 11 on page 39). There you will find all device-speci- fic information on power supply, ambient conditions and humidity. Note: The intended use be ensured only if the requirements for ambient conditions of the operating environment are met.

  • Page 16: Space Requirements

    Country-specific plugs: Before switching on the device, check whether ƒ the supplied plug is approved for your country. Overview of the de- vice- and country-specific plug types from KNAUER: www.knauer.net/plugs Power strips: If several devices are connected to one power strip, al- ƒ...

  • Page 17: Computer Control

    Installation and initial startup Computer control Note: HPLC devices from KNAUER only work with IP addresses, which have been assigned by IPv4. IPv6 is not supported. This chapter describes how to set up a chromatography system in a local area network (LAN) and how a network administrator can integrate this LAN into your company network.

  • Page 18: Connecting Devices With Lan

    Next steps Set the router properties (see section 4.4.4). 4.4.4 Configuring the router The router is preset at the factory. Information about address, user name and password is noted in the router manual: www.knauer.net/router AZURA® Column Thermostat 2.1 Instructions, V6810...

  • Page 19: Integrating Lan Into The Company Network

    Installation and initial startup Process Procedure 1. To open the router configuration, start your Internet browser and enter the IP address (does not apply for all routers). 2. Enter user name and password. 3. Configure the router as DHCP server. 4.

  • Page 20: Setting Ip Addresses Via Software

    Installation and initial startup Setting IP addresses via software Note: Check the IT security standards for your lab before intervening in the LAN settings. Static IP addresses are required to run certain chromatography software, PurityChrom® e.g. Purity Chrom®. For a comprehensive overview on how to set static IP addresses for PurityChrom®, refer to the document „PurityChrom®...

  • Page 21: Mobile Control: Setting A Dynamic Ip Address Via Device Name

    Installation and initial startup 4.5.2 Mobile Control: Setting a dynamic IP address via device name Prerequisites The device is switched on. ƒ Mobile Control is installed and running. ƒ The connection between Mobile Control and the device has been ƒ established.

  • Page 22: Firmware Wizard: Setting A Static Ip Address

    Installation and initial startup Fig. 6: Reset device to default settings 4.5.4 Firmware Wizard: Setting a static IP address Note: More information about LAN settings can be found in the Mobile Control Software Instructions in the chapter "Firmware Wizard” (docu- ment no.

  • Page 23: Firmware Wizard: Setting A Dynamic Ip Address

    Installation and initial startup Process 4. Enter the IP address into the text field <IP address> 5. Optionally, adjust subnet mask and gateway 6. Click <Reset Conn. Settings> to accept changes. 7. Restart the device (recommended). Result The device is now accessible via the static IP address. 4.5.5 Firmware Wizard: Setting a dynamic IP address Prerequisites The device is switched on.

  • Page 24: Change The Direction Of The Door Opening

    Installation and start-up Change the direction of the door opening The thermostat is delivered with a door which opens on the right-hand side. The opening direction of the door can be optionally changed. For further information please contact Technical Support. Installing cartridge for eluent pre-tempering A cartridge can be purchased as an option for the eluent pre-temper.

  • Page 25: Capillary Guide

    Installation and start-up Capillary guide If a capillary is led up and out of the thermostat interior, make sure to use the provided cut-out. This is particularly to be observed with an installed cartridge for eluent pre-tempering. The cut-out ensures that the capillary is not bent and damaged when closing the door.

  • Page 26: Operation

    If the device is part of a HPLC system, you should note the following: The network connection to the router is established ƒ The chromatography software has been installed by KNAUER or a ƒ company authorized by KNAUER. Switching on Prerequisites The installation has been completed.

  • Page 27: Control With External Control Unit

    Operation Control with external control unit Alternatively, the device can be controlled with an optionally available external operating unit. In order to control the device with the external operating unit, it must be connected with the serial port connector on the back of the device, see number 1 in “Fig.
  • Page 28 Operation Setting the leak sensor The leakage sensor is set on a sensitivity of <10%> (display in the control panel) or <low> (display in the software) by default of the factory settings. Procedure Process Figure 1. When <choose function> ap- pears, press <LEAK>...
  • Page 29 Operation Entering a fixed temperature If the thermostat can be operated continuously at a temperature, it can be set as follows: Procedure Process Figure 1. When <choose function> ap- pears, press <MAN> button. 2. In the <Manual Mode>, set the temperature by pressing the number keys, e.g.
  • Page 30 Operation Entering timed temperature programs With the program function, it is possible to set time-limited temperature segments and to store up to 99 programs. Procedure Process Figure 1. When <choose function> ap- pears, press <PROG> button. 2. In the menu <programmode: prog>, enter a number for the program by pressing the number keys (e.g.
  • Page 31 Operation Changing During a run of several programs, the program number can be changed program number manually, using the button <TLOCK> for the previous and the button <LEAK> for the following program number. Loop function To combine temperature gradients to a loop, finish with the program <time = 00>.
  • Page 32 Operation Procedure Process Figure 1. When <choose function> appears, press the <PROG> button. 2. In the menu <programmode: prog>, enter the number 01 for the program by pressing the number keys and confirm with <ENTER>. 3. In the menu <programmode temp>, enter 60 °C as tem- perature and confirm with <ENTER>.
  • Page 33 Operation Starting a program or a sequence In order to start a program or a sequence, proceed as follows : Procedure Process Figure 1. When <choose function> appears, press the <START> button. 2. In the <select program> menu, set the program by pressing the number keys, e.g.

  • Page 34: Functionality Tests

    Installation Qualification (IQ) The customer may request the Installation Qualification, which is free of charge. In case of a request, the Technical Support of KNAUER or from a provider authorized by KNAUER performs this functionality test during the installation.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    7. Troubleshooting Measures: Compare errors with error list “7.2 Possible problems and solutions” on ƒ page 31. Contact the Technical Support. ƒ Go through the following steps, in case no connection between the com- puter and the devices can be established. Check after each step if the problem is solved.

  • Page 36: Possible Problems And Solutions

    Troubleshooting Possible problems and solutions Error Solution Device cannot be Inspect the power cable to ensure that it is switched on plugged into the power supply. The alarm does not trig- Check leak sensor settings (see p. 34 ger in case of leakage and p.

  • Page 37: Replacing Fuses

    Troubleshooting Replacing fuses The device has a fuse holder on the rear of the device. It is located be- tween the power on/off switch and socket for the power supply cable. The fuse holder contains a fuse for the operation and a spare fuse. Burns Inserting an inappropriate fuse can pose a fire hazard.

  • Page 38: Maintenance And Care

    Switch off the device Pull the power plug. Maintenance contract The device may only be opened by the Technical Support of KNAUER or any company authorized by KNAUER. This maintenance work is covered by a separate maintenance contract. Cleaning and caring for the device Device defect Intruding liquids can cause damage to the device.

  • Page 39: Adjusting The Leak Sensor

    Maintenance and care Adjusting the leak sensor Note: This function is only available with the optional control unit. The functionality of the leak sensor should be checked once a year. Perform the following test: Prerequisites The device is switched off. ƒ...

  • Page 40: Correcting Temperature Values

    Maintenance and care Correcting temperature values If the temperature displayed on the CT 2.1 deviates from the temperature actually generated, you have the option of correcting this yourself. Temperature auto-calibration This feature allows a fully automated calibration operation of the device. The process takes 18 hours and ends with a final calibration process.
  • Page 41 Maintenance and care Procedure Process 1. In the menu <choose function>, enter the combination [9][4][9]. The menu <set value corr.> is displayed with the first tempera- ture value. If the temperature value does not need to be changed, switch to the next value with <LEAK> tab. For a change of the tem- perature value, press the <ENTER>...

  • Page 42: Transport And Storage

    Do not hold onto front cover or leak tray, as these parts are loosely attached to the device. Transporting the device Documents: If you want to return your device to KNAUER for repairs, ƒ enclose the Service Request Form and Decontamination Report which can be downloaded from our website: www.knauer.net/servicerequest...

  • Page 43: Disposal

    160214. 10.2 WEEE registration number KNAUER as a company is registered by the WEEE number DE 34642789 in the German "Elektroaltgeräteregister" (EAR). The number classifies to category 8 and 9, which, among others, comprises laboratory equipment.

  • Page 44: Technical Data

    11. Technical data 11.1 Main features Thermostat Temperature control Microprocessor-controlled Peltier element for heating and cooling, fan-supported two-way air circulation Temperature range 5-85 °C Heating/cooling rate 2 °C/min Temperature precision +/- 0.2°C Temperature stability +/- 0.1 °C Column compartment Mobile phase Passive temperature control with optional pre-tempering cartridge Number of columns...

  • Page 45: Repeat Orders

    Use the included packing list for repeat orders of spare parts. If there are any questions concerning repeat orders, contact the Technical Support. Further information Further information on spare parts and accessories can be found online: www.knauer.net. 12.1 Device Name Order number AZURA®...

  • Page 46: Index

    13. Index Accessories 40 Old devices 38 Optional 7 Operating Environment 40 ambient conditions 10, 37 operation 21 ambient temperature 10 Operation Qualification (OQ) 29 AVV-marking 38 operation site 10 Original packaging 37 Column compartment 39 Company network 14, 30 power supply 11 Control Power supply 40...
  • Page 47 Latest KNAUER instructions online: www.knauer.net/library KNAUER Phone: +49 30 809727-0 Wissenschaftliche Geräte GmbH Fax: +49 30 8015010 Hegauer Weg 38 E-Mail: info@knauer.net 14163 Berlin Internet: www.knauer.net © KNAUER 2019...

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