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program in Chromeleon 6.8). The commands are executed at specific
times, allowed automated operation of the detector. Instrument
methods and programs can be created automatically (with the help of
a software wizard) or manually (by editing an existing instrument
method or program). See
control.
2.6.2
System Wellness and Predictive Performance
System Wellness monitors the overall "health" of a chromatographic
system. It provides built-in diagnostic and calibration features that help
prevent unscheduled system shutdowns and assure reliable operation of
system devices. Predictive Performance provides various functions for
estimating the lifetime of replaceable parts and for planning and recording
service and qualification procedures.
A partial list of System Wellness and Predictive Performance features is
provided below. For a complete list of available features, refer to the
Chromeleon Help.
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Recording of detector properties, including the serial number,
firmware version, and operating hours
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Recording of flow cell properties, including the serial number
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Recording of lamp properties, including the serial number and lamp
type
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Monitoring of lamp properties, including lamp ignitions, lamp
operation time, and lamp intensity
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Setting of limits for the lamp intensity and lamp operation time,
including display of warning messages when limits are exceeded
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Reminders for service and qualification periods, including display of
warning messages when limits are exceeded
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Leak detection
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Wavelength verification
System Wellness and Predictive Performance commands and parameters
are available in the Chromeleon 7 Command window or the Chromeleon
6.8 Commands dialog box.
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