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Never operate the SIPS without the pump tubing and bands in place, as this may
CAUTION
damage the presser arms.
Extending the Pump Tubing
If it is necessary to extend the length of the pump tubing to sample
from your test tubes (e.g., for manual sampling), use a suitable length
of wide bore capillary tubing (part number 9910024800). This should
be connected directly to the pump tube to avoid any unnecessary
connectors or junctions, which can cause carryover.
Calibrating the SIPS Pressure Arm Force
This procedure should be completed once only, when the SIPS is first
installed — or after the SIPS has been repaired by an Agilent field
service engineer. This procedure may be completed by the service
engineer at the time of installation.
This must be carried out using a new or never used dry tube.
NOTE
This process optimizes the pressure that is applied to the SIPS tubing
during operation. This aims to ensure maximum tube life and correct
pumping of solution.
Computer-controlled Instruments
To calibrate the force of the SIPS pressure arm(s):
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Agilent Sample Introduction Pump System SIPS 10/20 User's Guide
Start the SpectrAA software. Turn on the Agilent AA instrument.
Create a new method called "SIPS PRIMING" which includes an
element that uses air/acetylene, such as Cu or Fe. On the
Type/Mode page of the Methods dialog select the Use SIPS
checkbox. Also set the Sampling mode to Manual. All other
parameters can be left at their presets. Save the method.
Light the instrument flame.
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