Waters SFC Column Oven Operator's Manual

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Waters SFC Column

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Page 2: Copyright Notice
Corporation assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document. This document is believed to be complete and accurate at the time of publication. In no event shall Waters Corporation be liable for incidental or consequential damages in connection with, or arising from, its use.
Page 3: Customer Comments
Contacting Waters ® Contact Waters with enhancement requests or technical questions regarding the use, transportation, removal, or disposal of any Waters product. You can reach us via the Internet, telephone, or conventional mail. Waters contact information Contacting medium Information...
Page 4: Safety Considerations
Safety considerations Some reagents and samples used with Waters instruments and devices can pose chemical, biological, and radiological hazards. You must know the potentially hazardous effects of all substances you work with. Always follow Good Laboratory Practice, and consult your organization’s safety representative for guidance.
Page 5: Operating This Device
Consult instructions for use Audience and purpose This operator's guide supplied with the Waters SFC Column Oven (Models 08005 & 08005-1, Analytical and Models 08006 & 08006-1, Preparative) provides instructions for basic operation of the oven. This manual should be read in its entirety before operating the column oven.
Page 6: Ism Classification
Class B products are suitable for use in both commercial and residential locations and can be directly connected to a low voltage, power-supply network. EC authorized representative Waters Corporation (Micromass UK Ltd.) Floats Road Wythenshawe Manchester M23 9LZ United Kingdom...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Operating this device ................... v Applicable symbols ....................v Audience and purpose..................v Intended use of the Waters SFC Column Oven ..........v ISM classification ....................vi ISM Classification: ISM Group 1 Class B ............vi EC authorized representative ................vi 1 Safety Overview ..................
Page 8 2 Installation Overview ................2-1 Theory of operation ..................2-2 Installation requirements ................2-3 Workspace requirements................. 2-3 Electrical requirements ................... 2-4 Plumbing requirements................... 2-4 Chemical requirements ................... 2-4 3 Electrical and Plumbing Connections ..........3-1 Electrical connections ..................3-2 External heater control ................... 3-3 External zones (Z1 to Z4).................
Page 9 Warning symbols ....................A-2 Task-specific hazard warnings................ A-2 Specific warnings ..................... A-3 Caution symbol ....................A-5 Warnings that apply to all Waters instruments ......... A-6 Electrical and handling symbols ..............A-12 Electrical symbols ..................A-12 Handling symbols ..................A-13 B Controlling PID ..................B-1 Overview ......................
Page 10 Table of Contents...
Page 11: Safety Overview
Safety Overview This chapter provides important safety information about the Waters SFC Column Oven. The information and warnings contained in this chapter must be followed to properly operate the column oven in a safe and successful manner. The column oven shipping and storage guidelines, electrical considerations, operating considerations, and safety features are provided.
Page 12: Shipping And Storage
Shipping and storage The Waters SFC Column Oven has been designed for indoor use. It may be shipped and stored for brief intervals at temperatures between -20 and +60°C (-4 to 140°F) without degradation of its safe operation. However, it is recommended that the unit stay within 5 and 40°C (41 - 104°F) and 20 to 80%...
Page 13: Fuses
Before replacing a blown fuse, it is prudent to determine the Caution: cause of the blown fuse. There may be a more serious underlying problem that needs to be addressed. Contact Waters customer support for assistance. Risk of fire. Replace fuses as marked on the rear panel of the Warning: column oven.
Page 14: Operating Considerations
Operating considerations Observe safe laboratory practice when using the column oven. Always keep in mind the following safety practices: • Familiarize yourself with proper handling, storage, and disposal of all chemicals used with your SFC system. Refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for each solvent you use, and know its chemical properties.
Page 15: Flammability Warning
Warning: solvent as any part of the mobile phase. Safety features The Waters SFC Column Oven contains several integrated safety features. Altering any of the integrated safety features in the column Warning: oven could lead to unsafe operating conditions and the inability of the oven to respond to hazardous situations.
Page 16: Maximum Temperature Alarm
Maximum temperature alarm Attached to the oven heating element is a thermocouple which constantly monitors the heater temperature. An error will be generated if the heating element temperature exceeds the maximum allowed temperature of 110°C, and the oven and the external zones will shutdown. Safety thermostat The oven also contains a safety thermostat rated at 120°C.
Page 17: Installation Overview
Installation Overview This chapter provides the theory of operation and an overview of the column oven installation requirements. Detailed information about electrical and plumbing connections is provided in the following chapter. Contents Topic Page Theory of operation Installation requirements...
Page 18: Theory Of Operation
Theory of operation The Waters SFC column oven is designed to be a flexible oven for use with both analytical and preparative SFC and HPLC columns. The oven contains either two 6-position selector valves (preparative models) or two 10-position selector valves (analytical) to direct flow through the desired column. The oven includes an integral hydrocarbon sensor to monitor levels of solvent inside the oven.
Page 19: Installation Requirements
Installation requirements Workspace requirements Installation site requirements are summarized in the following table. The bench must be capable of supporting 80 kg (176 lb) of weight. The oven is designed to allow stacking of components on top of the oven. Total weight of stacked components should not exceed 80 kg.
Page 20: Electrical Requirements
Any interruption of the protective grounding conductor, or disconnection of the protective earth ground, could cause a condition that may result in personal injury. Waters assumes no responsibility for improperly grounded receptacles or power cords provided by the end user.
Page 21: Electrical And Plumbing Connections
Electrical and Plumbing Connections Contents Topic Page Electrical connections Plumbing connections...
Page 22: Electrical Connections
Electrical connections A summary of the electrical connections is provided in the following table. Electrical connections Connection Description External 1-4 output 0-24 VDC control signal to drive low current relay External 1-4 input J type thermocouple used to read temperature of (Z1 - Z4) external device RS-232...
Page 23: External Heater Control
There are four external heater control connections located on the rear side of the oven next to the “OUT” label. The connections are 24 VDC, 1 mA max. This is not a standard cable and should be ordered from Waters. Cables are available in different lengths; refer to Chapter 5 for part numbers.
Page 24: Ac Power
PC serial port or PC serial port card. This cable is supplied when you order a Waters SFC system. AC power A Waters supplied power cord connects the column oven to a suitable wall outlet. Plumbing connections On the front side of the column oven there are two plumbing connections, labeled Inlet and Outlet.
Page 25 Inlet is the solvent inlet to the column selector valve. Outlet is the solvent outlet from the column selector valve. Column selector valves To access the column compartment pull the door handle down. With the door open, the drawer containing the column racks can be slid forward to provide additional access to the oven compartment.
Page 26 with a short nut and ferrule to connect to the column. Instructions for installing or replacing columns are provided in Chapter For ease of installation, connect the tubing assembly to the valve (long Tip: nut/ferrule) first. Then connect the opposite end (short nut/ferrule) to the column.
Page 27: Operating The Column Oven
Operating the Column Oven Contents Topic Page Powering on the column oven Operating overview Using the operator interface...
Page 28: Powering On The Column Oven
Operation under PC control The Waters column oven is designed to operate under the control of a PC either alone, or in combination with other Waters components to form a system. A typical SFC system includes 2 pumps (1 CO...
Page 29: Operation Using The Touch Screen Display
Operation using the touch screen display Operation of the oven can be performed using the front panel touch screen. Front panel touch screen display Function keys Below the display is a row of function keys, F1 through F5. These keys have the following functions regardless of the page displayed.
Page 30: Using The Operator Interface
Using the operator interface The following sections outline the screens available to the user for normal operation using the touch screen display. Main menu The main menu screen displays the soft keys used to navigate to the control, status, setup, configuration and errors pages. Lightly press on the button to access the desired page.
Page 31 Main menu key functions (Continued) Function Ext. Zones Set the control temperature and control parameters for the four external zones located on the rear of the oven. Oven Control Touch the Oven Control soft key in the main menu to access this screen. The oven control page allows the user to set the control and alarm temperatures as well as set the mode [On/Off] of the oven.
Page 32 • Oven Alarm Touch this soft key to open the oven alarm display. This screen is similar to the oven set point screen shown above. Enter the desired alarm temperature by touching the appropriate number soft keys. Then touch the [ENT] soft key to return to the Oven Control page. •...
Page 33 • Change Position Lightly touch this soft key to open the change position display. Enter the desired valve position (column port) by touching the appropriate number soft keys. Then touch the [ENT] soft key to return to the Valve Status screen.
Page 34 • Oven TC1 and Oven TC2 The oven uses two thermocouples for redundant control. These thermocouples are constantly monitored and compared. If the two thermocouples have a difference outside of the allowable range, the screen will change to the error screen and the error will be displayed. •...
Page 35 Oven over alarm setpoint • Check PID control settings for oven • Check set temperature for oven • Check alarm setpoint • Contact Waters Heater over max allowed Contact Waters temperature External zone over max • Check PID control settings...
Page 36 Error # Description Corrective action Heating too slow • Confirm unit is connected to correct power source. • Contact Waters Heater and oven temperatures • Confirm the door seal is in too different place properly. • Ensure there is nothing...
Page 37 Displays the version of the display software. • Calibration of the oven temperature channels should only be performed by authorized Waters personnel. To prevent unauthorized access, this operation is password protected. Calibration must be performed by a Waters qualified Caution: personnel with certified equipment.
Page 38 Touch the PID soft key in the Setup/Config page to display the selection screen. Using the [UP] and [DWN] soft keys, choose the oven or external zone PID from the list and then press the [ENT] key. Select PID screen OVEN PID EXT1 PID EXT2 PID...
Page 39 Enter the desired value by touching the appropriate number soft keys. Then touch the [ENT] soft key to return to the PID settings screen. Care must be taken when editing PID values or poor Caution: control may result. • Hydrocarbon Vapor Sensor settings The oven contains a hydrocarbon vapor sensor.
Page 40 • Power Up settings Touch the Power Up soft key in the Setup/Config page to access this screen. This display determines the way the oven will perform when powered on. There are two power up settings: (1) Heater On/Off and (2) Start up screen.
Page 41 Enter the number of the screen you would like to display at startup. Choices are listed below. Then touch the [ENT] soft key to return to start up settings. Initialization screen Main menu Oven control Valve status System status Errors Set up/Config External zones External control 1...
Page 42 • Diagnostics Touch the Diag soft key in the Setup/Config page to access this screen. The diagnostics screen is view only. Diagnostics screen – Heater A shaded circle indicates the heater is on, as shown in the figure above. – Door A shaded circle indicates the door is closed.
Page 43 External Zones screen To modify the zone settings, touch the Select Zone soft key. The selection screen is displayed. Select external zone screen External Control 1 External Control 2 External Control 3 External Control 4 Use the [UP] and [DWN] soft keys to choose the external zone from the list and then press the [ENT] key.
Page 44 The external zone control is similar to the oven control page. The user can set the zone control and alarm temperatures as well as set the mode [On/Off] of the zone. The current temperature is also displayed. • Zone Set Point Lightly touch this soft key to open the zone set point display.
Page 45: Maintenance Procedures
Maintenance Procedures This chapter provides the maintenance guidelines and procedures necessary to maintain the instrument’s performance. Keep to a maintenance schedule, and perform maintenance as required and described in this chapter. Contents Topic Page Maintenance schedule Spare parts and accessories Safety and handling...
Page 46: Maintenance Schedule
Maintenance schedule Your Waters SFC Column Oven has been designed to provide many years of trouble-free performance. The following table lists periodic maintenance schedules that ensure optimum instrument performance. The maintenance frequencies shown apply to instruments that normally receive moderate use.
Page 47 Set oven mode screen Press the F2 key to display the Valve Status. Touch the Change Position soft key to open the change valve position screen. Adjust the valve position to ensure the column you are installing is not in the flow stream.
Page 48: Cleaning The Oven
Connect the new column to the outlet valve and the inlet valve. Tighten the column fittings using the 1/4-inch open-end wrench. Be careful not to over-tighten the fittings. Confirm the column is installed in the correct direction. The arrow on the column should be pointing to the right, in the direction of flow.
Page 49: Replacing The Rotor And Stator
Replacing the rotor and stator The rotor should be replaced every six months and the stator once a year, or as needed. Required materials • Rotor (P/N 07549, 10-position valve; P/N 07549-1, 6-position valve) • Stator (P/N 07550, 10-position valve; P/N 07550-1, 6-position valve) •...
Page 50: Replacing Fuses
Contact Waters customer support for assistance. The fuse holder is located above the power switch on the rear of the oven.
Page 51: Spare Parts And Accessories
(1). Spare parts and accessories Waters recommends that you replace only the parts mentioned in this document. For spare parts details, see the Waters Quality Parts Locator on the Waters Web site’s Services/Support page. Spare parts Part number...
Page 52 Accessories Part number Description 04659-1 Cable Assy, Control 2 Pin M to 2 Pin M, 6-foot STD (Ext relay control) 04659-2 Cable Assy, Control 2 Pin M to 2 Pin M, 3-foot STD (Ext relay control) 04659-3 Cable Assy, Control 2 Pin M to 2 Pin M, 2-foot (Ext relay control) 04659-4 Cable Assy, Control 2 Pin M to 2 Pin M, 4-foot (Ext relay control) 04936-1...
Page 53: Safety And Handling
Safety and handling Bear in mind the following safety considerations when performing maintenance procedures: The instrument components can be contaminated with Warning: biologically hazardous materials. Always wear chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves while handling the components. To prevent injury, always observe Good Laboratory Practices Warning: when handling solvents, changing tubing, or operating the instrument.
Page 54 5-10 Maintenance Procedures...
Page 55: A Safety Advisories
Safety Advisories Waters instruments display hazard symbols designed to alert you to the hidden dangers of operating and maintaining the instruments. Their corresponding user guides also include the hazard symbols, with accompanying text statements describing the hazards and telling you how to avoid them.
Page 56: Warning Symbols
Heed all warnings when you install, repair, and operate Waters instruments. Waters assumes no liability for the failure of those who install, repair, or operate its instruments to comply with any safety precaution.
Page 57: Specific Warnings
The following warnings can appear in the user manuals of particular instruments and on labels affixed to them or their component parts. Burst warning This warning applies to Waters instruments fitted with nonmetallic tubing. Pressurized nonmetallic, or polymer, tubing can burst. Warning: Observe these precautions when working around such tubing: •...
Page 58 Biohazard warning This warning applies to Waters instruments that can be used to process material that might contain biohazards: substances that contain biological agents capable of producing harmful effects in humans.
Page 59: Caution Symbol
Chemical hazard warning This warning applies to Waters instruments that can process corrosive, toxic, flammable, or other types of hazardous material. Waters instruments can be used to analyze or Warning: process potentially hazardous substances. To avoid injury with any of these materials, familiarize yourself with the materials and their hazards, observe Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and consult your organization’s safety...
Page 60 Attention: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Important: Toute modification sur cette unité n’ayant pas été expressément approuvée par l’autorité responsable de la conformité à la réglementation peut annuler le droit de l’utilisateur à...
Page 61 • Keine Schläuche verwenden, die stark geknickt oder überbeansprucht sind. • Nichtmetallische Schläuche nicht für Tetrahydrofuran (THF) oder konzentrierte Salpeter- oder Schwefelsäure verwenden. • Durch Methylenchlorid und Dimethylsulfoxid können nichtmetallische Schläuche quellen; dadurch wird der Berstdruck des Schlauches erheblich reduziert. Warnings that apply to all Waters instruments...
Page 62 Attenzione: fare attenzione quando si utilizzano tubi in materiale polimerico sotto pressione: • Indossare sempre occhiali da lavoro protettivi nei pressi di tubi di polimero pressurizzati. • Spegnere tutte le fiamme vive nell'ambiente circostante. • Non utilizzare tubi eccessivamente logorati o piegati. •...
Page 63 농축 질산 또는 황산과 함께 사용하지 마십시오. • 염화 메틸렌(Methylene chloride) 및 디메틸술폭시드(Dimethyl sulfoxide)는 비금속 튜브를 부풀려 튜브의 파열 압력을 크게 감소시킬 수 있으므로 유의하십시오. 警告：圧力のかかったポリマーチューブを扱うときは、注意してください。 • 加圧されたポリマーチューブの付近では、必ず保護メガネを着用してください。 • 近くにある火を消してください。 • 著しく変形した、または折れ曲がったチューブは使用しないでください。 • 非金属チューブには、テトラヒドロフラン(THF)や高濃度の硝酸または硫酸などを流さないでください。 • 塩化メチレンやジメチルスルホキシドは、非金属チューブの膨張を引き起こす場合があり、その場合、チューブは極めて低い圧力で破裂します。 Warnings that apply to all Waters instruments...
Page 64 Warning: The user shall be made aware that if the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. Attention: L’utilisateur doit être informé que si le matériel est utilisé d’une façon non spécifiée par le fabricant, la protection assurée par le matériel risque d’être défectueuses.
Page 65 为了避免火灾，应更换 “ 维护步骤 ” 一章的 “ 更换保险丝 ” 一节中介绍的相同类型和规格的保险丝。 화재의 위험을 막으려면 유지관리 절차 단원의 “퓨즈 교체” 절에 설명된 것과 경고: 동일한 타입 및 정격의 제품으로 퓨즈를 교체하십시오. 警告: 火災予防のために、ヒューズ交換ではメンテナンス項目の「ヒューズの交換」に記載されているタイプおよび定格のヒューズをご使用ください。 Warnings that apply to all Waters instruments A-11...
Page 66: Electrical And Handling Symbols
Electrical and handling symbols Electrical symbols These can appear in instrument user manuals and on the instrument’s front or rear panels. Electrical power on Electrical power off Standby Direct current Alternating current Protective conductor terminal Frame, or chassis, terminal Fuse Recycle symbol: Do not dispose in municipal waste.
Page 67: Handling Symbols
Handling symbols These handling symbols and their associated text can appear on labels affixed to the outer packaging of Waters instrument and component shipments. Keep upright! Keep dry! Fragile! Use no hooks! Electrical and handling symbols A-13...
Page 68 A-14 Safety Advisories...
Page 69 Controlling PID Contents Topic Page Overview PID settings...
Page 70: B Controlling Pid
Overview PID control screen Care must be taken when editing PID values or poor control Caution: may result. Proportional action means that the controller output moves in proportion to the error between set point and controlled variable. For a gain of one, the output moves the same amount as the controlled variable.
Page 71: Pid Settings
The derivative or rate is mathematically the opposite of the integral. Setting the derivative has the potential to improve performance. However, unlike setting the proportional or integral, the derivative has a greater potential to impair the performance. If the value is too low for the proportional or integral, you would still observe benefits and increased performance as compared to not using these variables.
Page 72 Controlling PID...
Page 73: C Specifications
Specifications General specifications Sound pressure level < 70 dB Working temperature 5 - 40°C (41 - 104°F) Storage temperature -20 to +60°C (-4 to +140°F) Humidity 20 - 80% RH IP rating IP22 Duty rating Continuous Pollution degree Wetted parts SS316, SS304, GFPM, Vespel Operational specifications Maximum pressure...
Page 74 Electrical specifications Power 95-130 VAC; 50/60 Hz; 660 VA requirements 205-240 VAC; 50/60 Hz; 660 VA Fuses 95-130 VAC One 6 AT-fuse (1/4-inch × 1¼-inch, UL/CSA) 205-240 VAC Two 4 AT-fuses (5 × 20 mm, IEC 127) All fuses UL-listed and CSA-certified Grounding Requires properly grounded receptacle a.
Page 75: Index
Index External zones 4-16 Alarm 4-18 Accessories Control 4-18 Alarms 4-18 PID settings audience and purpose Set point 4-18 biohazard warning flammable solvents burst warning Function Fuses Cables Replacement CAL, see Calibration Calibration 4-11 Gas sensor, see Hydrocarbon sensor caution symbol Grounding Chemical Considerations...
Page 76 Proportional action purpose and audience Valve Position Settings 4-15 Rate derivative Status Replacement parts Vapor sensor, see Hydrocarbon sensor Reset integral Vespel Rotor RS-232 warning symbols Waters Technical Service, contacting safety advisories safety procedures, maintenance Workspace requirements Safety thermostat Index-2...
Page 77 Z1, see External zones Zone, see External zones Index-3...
Page 78 Index-4...

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