1200 Series Quarternary Pump User Manual 3
Contents
Contents
1 Introduction 7
Introduction to the Quaternary Pump 8
Overview of the Hydraulic Path 9
Instrument Layout 16
The Electronics 17
Electrical Connections 18
Agilent 1200 Series Interfaces 20
2 Site Requirements and Specifications 21
Site Requirements 22
Physical Specifications 25
Performance Specifications 26
3 Installing the Pump 29
Unpacking the Quaternary Pump 30
Optimizing the Stack Configuration 33
Installing the Quaternary Pump 36
Connecting Modules and Control Software 39
Flow Connections of the Quaternary Pump 41
Priming and Purging the System 44
4Using the Quaternary Pump 49
Hints for Successful Use of the Quaternary Pump 50
Solvent Information 51
Prevent Blocking of Solvent Filters 52
Algae Growth in HPLC Systems 53
5 Optimizing Performance 55
Operational Hints for the Vacuum Degasser 56
Operational Hints for the Multi Channel Gradient Valve (MCGV) 57
When to use the Seal Wash Option 58
When to Use Alternative Seals 59