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Dionex AutoTrace SPE User Manual (172 pages)

Brand: Dionex | Category: Desktop | Size: 2 MB

Preface
3
Table of Contents
7
Installation
11
Parts Listing
11
Unpacking
11
Record the Serial Number
11
Installation Overview
11
Tools Required
12
Review Specifications
12
Converting Voltages
12
Prepare the Work Area
12
Connect the Solvent Reservoirs
13
Install the Waste Drain and Tubing
16
Connect the Exhaust Hose
19
Connect the Gas Supply
20
Check the Compression Screws
22
Power up the Workstation
23
Computer Access
23
Software Installation
24
INI File
25
Overview
26
Description
26
Menu Software
26
Solvent Selection
26
Flow Rate Control
26
Standard Operations
27
Optional Operations
27
Workstation Diagram - Front View
28
Parts and Functions - Front View
28
Workstation Diagram - Left Side View
30
Parts and Functions - Left Side View
30
Workstation Diagram - Right Side View
32
Parts and Functions - Right Side View
32
Software Diagram
33
Software Files and Functions
33
Workstation Interconnection Diagram
34
SPE Process
35
Software
58
Using the Autotrace (AT) Program
58
File Menu
59
Methods Menu
59
Serial-Op Menu
60
Diagnostics Menu
61
Login/Logout Menu
61
Data Menu
63
Windows Menu
65
Help Menu
65
Running Autotrace Utility Methods
66
Purging the Solvent Lines Utility
66
Setting the Date and Time Utility
67
Testing General Operation (Benchmark Test) Utility
68
Calibrating the Sample Pumps Utility
68
Specifying Parameter and Solvent Information
69
Default Entries
69
Default Setup Parameter Entries
70
Additional Parameter Information
70
Default Solvent Names
70
Recalling Default Entries
70
Changing Setup
72
Change Solvent Names
75
Writing a Method
76
Adding a Method Step
79
Deleting a Method Step
79
Solid Phase Extract Commands
80
Solid Phase Elute Commands
85
Method Example
90
Manual Steps
90
Autotrace Method Example
91
Application Tips
93
Optimizing
93
Sample Recovery
93
Setup Parameters
94
Method Steps
95
Operation
97
Preparing the Autotrace SPE Workstation
97
Running an Autotrace SPE Method
101
LOAD Button Operation
101
CONT Button Operation
102
Front Panel Display During Operation
102
Front Panel Display Messages
103
Pausing Operation
104
Continuing Operation
104
Aborting
104
Columns Leaking
105
Observe Operation
105
Detecting Errors
106
Error Light Response
106
Flashing Ready Light Response
106
Sample Run Completion
106
After Running the Method
107
Determine Required Changes
107
Make the Necessary Changes
107
Test the Changes
107
Removing Used Columns
108
Removing Used Disks
108
Next Sample Batch Preparation
109
Daily Cleanup
110
Flushing the Solvent Lines
110
Flushing the Sample Lines
111
Method Development Checklist
111
Specify Your Method
111
Prepare the Workstation
111
Run the Method
111
After Running the Method
111
Daily Operation Checklist
112
Prepare the Workstation
112
Run Your Method
112
After Running the Method
112
Diagnose Problems
113
Error Messages
113
Front Panel Error Message
113
Autotrace Diagnostics
114
Diagnostic List
114
Downloading and Running an Autotrace Diagnostic Method
115
Troubleshooting
116
Replace Parts
116
Additional Assistance
116
General Operation Troubleshooting
117
ERROR Light Troubleshooting
118
Computer Troubleshooting
118
Liquid Handling Troubleshooting
119
Solid Phase Extraction Troubleshooting
122
Ordering Supplies" on
123
Error Codes
125
Maintenance
126
Routine Maintenance
126
Contact Us" on Page
126
Replacing and Adjusting the Liquid Handling Syringe
128
Parts
128
Purge the Solvent Lines
128
Center the Syringe Plunger
128
Remove the Defective Syringe
129
Mount the New Syringe
130
Adjust the New Syringe
130
Replacing and Adjusting the Air Syringe
132
Parts
132
Center the Syringe Plunger
132
Remove the Defective Syringe
133
Mount the New Syringe
134
Adjust the New Syringe
134
Replacing Fuses
137
Parts and Tools
137
Remove the Fuse Block Assembly
137
Replace the Fuse(S)
138
Calibrating Sample Pumps
139
Parts and Tools
139
Calibration Method
139
Benchmark Test Utility
141
Parts
141
Running the Benchmark Test
141
Column Holder Conversion
143
Parts
143
Remove the Plunger Assembly
143
Install the New Plunger Assembly
144
Changing between Column and Disk Versions
146
Procedure Scope
146
Tools Required
146
Parts Required
146
Procedure Overview
146
Remove the Existing Column or Disk Holder
147
Install the New Column or Disk Holder
148
Changing the Sample Pump
148
Removing the Defective Pump
149
Installing the New Pump
150
Reconfigure the Autotrace Software
151
Erasing Autotrace Dictionary
151
Changing the Autotrace INI File
151
Downloading the New Dictionary to Autotrace
151
Configuring Hyperterminal to Communicate with Autotrace
152
Voltage Conversion
155
Power Entry Port
155
Parts and Tools
155
Remove the Fuse Block Assembly
156
Select the New Voltage
156
Converting from 100/120V to 220/240V
157
Converting from 220/240V to 100/120V
158
Verify Operation
159
Specifications
160
Ordering Supplies
163
Glossary
165
Index
167

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