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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL ADC 2...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
ADC 2 Table of content Introduction 1.1. CAMAG ADC2 1.2. Precautions 1.3. Parts supplied 1.4. Options 1.5. Spare parts Installation 2.1. Instrument 2.2. Installation environment 2.3. Conditions for the installation 2.4. Mains connection 2.5. Connection to the PC 2.6. Mounting the exhaust tube Getting started 3.1. -
Page 3: Introduction
ADC 2 Introduction 1.1. CAMAG ADC2 The Automatic Development Chamber (ADC2) permits reproduci- ble chromatogram development without the need for constant monitoring by the user. The ADC2 is shipped with a RS232 cable and built-in interface for connecting to a computer with vision- CATS/winCATS from which the instrument can be run but it can be used in Stand-Alone mode too. - Page 4 Conformity (DoC). The instrument complies with safety class 1 and has been designed for indoor use only (IP 20). Further, this device has passed the CAMAG Quality Assur- ance tests and has been delivered in safe operation condition.
- Page 5 • Only authorized personnel may open the instrument. Service and repair is only to be performed by trained specialists. Use spare parts and consumables supplied by CAMAG only. The warranty is voided if parts from other sources are used. Check...
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Page 6: Parts Supplied
ADC 2 • The use of the instrument without adequate ventilation to out- side air may constitute a health hazard depending on the sub- stances in use 1.3. Parts supplied Part no Description 140.8350 Tool kit, comprising: 672.0059 Exhaust tube 125.1021... -
Page 7: Installation
ADC 2 Installation 2.1. Instrument Observe the environmental requirements (2.2 Installation envi- ronment) when setting up the instrument. Carefully unpack all components and accessories listed on the shipping list from the upper part of the packing. Make sure the shipment is complete. -
Page 8: Installation Environment
ADC 2 Fig. 2: The instrument ADC2 (opening the front door) 2.2. Installation environment The place for installation must meet the following requirements: Bench space Width 320mm Depth 320mm without Humidity Option Depth 460mm with Humidity Option (additional for tubes 250mm) Height 520mm Weight 18.5kg... -
Page 9: Conditions For The Installation
ADC 2 Further requirements: • Do not place the instrument in a location where the tempera- ture significantly changes (e.g. under an air conditioning duct or by a window). Significant changes in temperature will affect the performance of the unit •... -
Page 10: Mains Connection
Fig. 3, Connections: 1 = RS232 Interface, 2 = Humidity module,3 = Power switch and mains connection with fuse box. 2.5. Connection to the PC The CAMAG ADC2 is shipped with a 9-pin RS 232 interface cable for connection to the PC. If you wish to use the instrument controlled by a software: ... - Page 11 ADC 2 Fig. 4: Mounting the exhaust tube to the air outlet Instruction Manual, November 2016 Page 10...
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Page 12: Getting Started
ADC 2 Getting started 3.1. Automatic instrument monitoring A sensor system controls and monitors the proper handling and guarantees a monitored developing process. In case of failure a signal will sound and an error message displayed. For error mes- sages see chapter 6.8. -
Page 13: Manual Operation
ADC 2 Manual operation 4.1. HPTLC plate / plate holder / foil holder The plate-holder is designed to attach and handle the HPTLC plates in the ADC2. When inserting a plate into the plate holder the layer side must be facing the user (‘LAYER’ side). -
Page 14: Drying Module And Plate Lift
ADC 2 Note: Clamping foils works similar to that of HPTLC plates; the two edges of the foil, left/right, must be inserted underneath the respective down holders, fig.7. Fig. 7: Mounting a foil in a foil-holder 4.2. Drying module and plate lift To attach the plate or foil holder into the drying-module make sure “LAYER”... -
Page 15: Positioning Of Twin Trough Chamber
ADC2 make sure the chamber is touching the two stoppers at the back, otherwise chromatography cannot be started. The ‘CAMAG’ label of the Chamber should normally face the user; strongly inhomogeneous glass walls may thus require turning the chamber around. -
Page 16: Developing And Preconditioning Solvent
ADC 2 tom of the Twin Trough Chamber while the shorter side is lying on the bulge of the chamber, fig. 10. Fig.10: Positioning of saturation pad 4.4. Developing and preconditioning solvent The inlet reservoirs for developing (mobile phase) and precondi- tioning solvents are located on top of the ADC2. -
Page 17: Display And Function Of Keys
ADC 2 used for developing solvent and the right inlet for preconditioning solvent. The volume of developing solvent should be 10ml, the preconditioning volume 25ml. Developing Preconditioning solvent (10ml) solvent (25ml) Fig.11: Inlet reservoirs 4.5. Display and function of keys... - Page 18 ADC 2 The following keys are available: DIALOG Activates the manual parameter input mode (Method stack and manual functions). ARROW KEYS and Select the next / previous parameter (or method) in the dialog. If the “SYSTEM READY” display is active, pressing these keys will display the actual temperature and humidity.
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Page 19: Stand-Alone Operation
ADC 2 Stand-Alone operation The instrument can be used in Stand-Alone mode. Up to 10 methods can be stored and used locally. Further you can start 4 permanent programmed methods (S1 to S4). Note that locally started methods cannot be used in an analysis... -
Page 20: Aborting An Application In Progress
ADC 2 Procedure for local delete of a saved method: Press the RUN key. The most recently used method is displayed. With the or key you can select the locally stored method to delete. Press the key combination RUN-END (press and hold RUN, then press END) and confirm deleting with ENTER. -
Page 21: Display Texts And Diagrams
ADC 2 Display texts and diagrams 6.1. Texts and their meaning Text Description Shows the actual firmware FW V: 1.00.01 version at startup. ************* CAMAG Display during initialization of ADC2 at power up. * ADC2 SER. NO. * ADC2 The system was properly initialized and is waiting for a development. -
Page 22: The Normal Operation Mode Dialog
ADC 2 6.2. The Normal operation mode dialog POWER ON SYSTE Method stack Repeat last ENTER ? Method Select manual functions Show temperature & DOWN ? rel. humidity Boxes with two lines on both sides include another diagram, shown in the next pages. -
Page 23: The Method Stack Dialog
ADC 2 6.3. The method stack dialog To enter the method selection dialog (Method stack), press the RUN key when the instrument display shows “System ready”. THIS METHOD ? METHOD XX Increment / DOWN ? decrement method # Back to... -
Page 24: The Dialog Mode
ADC 2 6.4. The Dialog mode To enter this parameter type selection dialog, press the DIALOG key when the instrument display shows the name of the method to be edited (in the method stack dialog). THIS DIALOG ? DIALOG TYPE... -
Page 25: The Parameters Input Dialog
ADC 2 6.5. The Parameters Input dialog To enter this parameter input dialog, press the ENTER key when the display shows the name of the parameter type to be edited (in the Dialog mode). ENTER GLOBALS ENTER WITH PRE-DRYING (Yes / No) -
Page 26: The Manual Functions Dialog
ADC 2 6.6. The Manual functions dialog To enter the Manual function selection dialog, press the END key when the instrument display shows “System ready”. THIS FUNCTION ? MANUAL FUNCTION Select function DOWN ? Back to Start selected ENTER ? -
Page 27: The Setup Dialog
ADC 2 6.7. The Setup dialog To enter the Setup dialog, hold down the DIALOG key wile switching on the instrument. DIALOG & POWER ON All keys except SHOW ENTER FIRMWARE VERSION ENTER RESET SELECT BAUDRATE ENTER RESET SELECT LANGUAGE... -
Page 28: Error Messages
ADC 2 6.8. Error messages Error # Description There is no glass chamber or the chamber is not in the correct position. The lever is in the up position. The drying compartment door is open. The position of the humidity module valve was not de- tectable. -
Page 29: Maintenance And Trouble Shooting
ADC 2 Maintenance and trouble shooting Regular check/maintenance of the instrument is strongly recom- mended. Make sure that the instrument is tested for proper functionality after maintenance or trouble shooting with an appropriate proce- dure. 7.1. Cleaning Cleaning the instrument on a regular basis in an appropriate way assures problem-free functionality over a long period. -
Page 30: The Setup Dialog
ADC 2 CAMAG strongly recommends performing a preventive mainte- nance depending on the usage, but latest after 12 Month. The chapter Maintenance Data Sheet informs about the parts and their frequency to be changed. 7.4. The Setup dialog By means of the Setup dialog you can select the communication baud rate between the instrument and the PC, the language and LCD contrast. -
Page 31: Set Display Language
ADC 2 7.2.2. Set display language Start the setup dialog according to the procedure above. The dis- play now shows the current baud rate. Press the ENTER key to move on to the language selection display. The current language setting is displayed. -
Page 32: Replacing Fuses
ADC 2 7.5. Replacing fuses Procedure: First disconnect the power cord from the mains connection of the instrument. Unlock the fuse holder over the main socket with help of a small screwdriver. Press it on both sides of the holder into the recess. -
Page 33: Maintenance Data Sheet
ADC 2 7.6. Maintenance Data Sheet CAMAG Maintenance data sheet ADC 2 April 2015/UB Purpose The maintenance data sheet informs about maintenance interval of the respective instrument as well as the proposal for IQ/OQ interval if applicable. In addition, it identifies consumable parts with the respective replacement cycle. -
Page 34: Appendix A Option Humidity Control (022.8360)
With the ADC 2 and the option “Humidity Control” favorable chromatogram comparisons can be ensured at all times and all places. As a result, chromatography performed in humid summers or coastal climates can be compared to those performed in dry winters or in highland climates. -
Page 35: Installation
ADC 2 Relative humidity above saturated salt solutions: Salt relative humidity [%] Solubility at 20°C at a temperature of ...°C [g / 100 g H Magnesium chloride 54,4 Potassium thiocyanate 222,5 Sodium chloride 36,0 Table 1: If not stated differently the values are from: CRC Handbook of Chemistry and Physics 1995 by CRC Press. - Page 36 ADC 2 For adapting the Humidity Control device, four screws (1) are provided to fix it on the back of the ADC2; they are used as fixation of the ventilation valve module. The ventilation valve module is mounted on a holding plate that has to be placed in the position over the four screws and tightened.
- Page 37 ADC 2 Connect the center hose (black socket) to the “black” horizon- tal socket of ventilation valve and the outside hose (grey sock- et) to the “grey” socket of the ventilation valve! WARNING: Make sure to connect these hoses correctly, because you would fill the ADC2 with salt solution in case of a wrong con- nection! (See fig.
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Page 38: Humidity Control Preparations
ADC 2 Humidity control preparations Before performing any of the procedures below (except for the molecular sieve), first fill the humidity control tank (large cylindri- cal glass tank) with 800 mL of water and mark the outside of the bottle at the water line for future reference. Pour out the water so that the bottle is empty dry. -
Page 39: Humidity Values In Practice
ADC 2 Humidity values in practice CAMAG has performed several tests using potassium acetate, po- tassium thiocyanate and sodium chloride. Our experiments have shown that an average humidity of approx. 47% can be achieved successfully with potassium thiocyanate. The humidity values measured by the ADC2 where generally slightly below the theoretical values: for 47% rH, 44 - 47% rH and for 75% rH, 69 - 73% rH was measured. -
Page 40: Additional Measurement Values
49 30 516 55 50 · Fax 49 30 795 70 73 · E-Mail: infoberlin@camag.com CAMAG Scientific Inc. (USA) · 515 Cornelius Harnett Drive · Wilmington, NC 28401 Telephone 800 334 3909 · Fax 910 343 1834 · E-Mail: tlc@camag.com www.camag.com...
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