Connecting Signal Cables - Waters ACQUITY UPLC Overview And Maintenance Manual

Warning:
• Use SVT-type power cords in the United States and HAR-type power cords, or
better, in Europe. For requirements elsewhere, contact your local Waters distributor.
• Inspect the power cords for damage and replace them if necessary.
• Power-off and unplug each module before performing any maintenance operation
on it.
• Connect each module to a common ground.
Recommendation:
optimum, long-term, input-voltage stability.
To connect to a cart's electricity source:
1. Connect the female end of the cart's electrical cables (included in the start-up kit) to the
receptacle on the rear panel of each system module.
2. Connect the hooded, male end of the cart's electrical cables to the power strips on its back.
3. Connect each power strip's cable to a wall outlet operating on its own circuit.

2.8 Connecting signal cables

The rear panel of the module includes a removable connector that holds the screw terminals for
the I/O signal cables. The connector is keyed so that it can be inserted only one way.
Required tools and materials
• 9/32-inch nut driver
• Flat-blade screwdriver
• Connector
• Signal cable
To connect the cables:
1. Insert the connector into the connector port on the module's rear panel.
To avoid electric shock, observe these precautions:
Use a line conditioner and uninterruptible power supply (UPS) for
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