Wait Timeout - Agilent Technologies 1200 Series Reference Manual

Wait Timeout

When running certain tests in the diagnostics mode or other special
applications, the pump must wait for the plungers to reach a specific position,
or must wait for a certain pressure or flow to be reached. Each action or state
must be completed within the timeout period, otherwise the error message is
generated.
Possible Reasons for a Wait Timeout
• Pressure not reached.
• Pump channel A did not reach the delivery phase.
• Pump channel B did not reach the delivery phase.
• Pump channel A did not reach the take-in phase.
• Pump channel B did not reach the take-in phase.
• Solvent volume not delivered within the specified time.
Probable Causes
• Purge valve still open.
• Leak at fittings, purge valve, active inlet valve, outlet ball valve or plunger
• Flow changed after starting test.
• Defective pump drive assembly.
Suggested Actions
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seals.
Ensure that purge valve is closed.
Exchange defective capillaries.
Ensure pump components are seated correctly. If there are still signs of a
leak, exchange the appropriate seal (purge valve, active inlet valve, outlet
ball valve, plunger seal).
Ensure correct operating condition for the special application in use.
Exchange the defective pump drive assembly.
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