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Amersham AKTA UPC-900 User Manual

Amersham AKTA UPC-900
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User Manual
18-1125-55
Monitor UPC-900

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Amersham AKTA UPC-900 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandAmersham
ModelAKTA UPC-900
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

1 Introduction

1.1 General

Overview of the UPC-900 monitor's features and capabilities.

1.2 Safety

Essential safety precautions and warnings for operating the monitor.

2 Installation

2.1 Unpacking

Instructions for unpacking the module and checking contents.

2.2 General Precautions

Guidelines for module placement and environmental conditions.

2.3 Installing the Optical Unit

Step-by-step guide for installing the optical unit, flow cell, and lamp assembly.

2.4 Installing the Conductivity Flow Cell

Procedure for connecting and installing the conductivity flow cell.

2.5 Installing the pH Flow Cell and Electrode

Steps for mounting the pH flow cell holder and inserting the pH electrode.

2.6 Connecting Electrical Signal Cables

Details on connecting signal cables for chart recorders and other devices.

2.7 Connecting to a Communication Link

Instructions for establishing a communication link with a PC or system.

2.8 Connecting to Supply Voltage

Critical information on safely connecting the module to mains power.

2.9 Preparing the Module for Use

Pre-operation checks and initial setup steps, including calibration.

2.10 Installing Optical Filters (Optional)

Guide for installing optional filters to change measurement wavelengths.

3 Operation

3.1 On/Off

Procedure for switching the module on/off and the self-test process.

3.2 Menu Selection and Settings

How to navigate menus and adjust settings using the dial and buttons.

3.3 Main Menu Overview

Explanation of the different main operating menus and their functions.

3.4 Controlling the UV Lamp

Instructions for manually switching the UV lamp on/off.

3.5 Reading the UV Absorbance Value

How to display and interpret UV absorbance readings.

3.6 Autozeroing UV

Procedure for setting the UV signal baseline to zero before measurements.

3.7 Creating Eventmarks

Method for setting eventmarks on the UV curve.

3.8 Setting Cond, pH and UV Analogue Outputs

How to configure analogue output signals for measurements.

3.9 Calibrating Conductivity

Steps for calibrating the conductivity measurement for accuracy.

3.10 Calibrating the pH Electrode

Detailed procedures for calibrating the pH electrode.

3.11 Filtering Noise in the UV Signal

Using the moving average filter to reduce noise in UV signals.

3.12 Changing UV Flow Cell

Guidance on replacing the UV flow cell.

3.13 Reading pH, Temperature and Conductivity Values

How to display and interpret pH, temperature, and conductivity readings.

3.14 Storage and Shut-down

Procedures for storing the module and shutting down the system.

3.15 Restart after Power Failure

How the module behaves and restarts after a power interruption.

4 Maintenance

4.1 Periodic Maintenance

Schedule and overview of routine maintenance tasks for the monitor.

4.2 Cleaning and Checking the Module

Instructions for cleaning the module housing and checking lamps.

4.3 Cleaning the UV Flow Cell In-place

Method for cleaning the UV flow cell without removing it.

4.4 Cleaning the UV Flow Cell Off-line

Procedure for cleaning the UV flow cell after removal.

4.5 Cleaning the Conductivity Flow Cell In-place

Steps for cleaning the conductivity flow cell while installed.

4.6 Cleaning the Conductivity Flow Cell Off-line

Procedure for cleaning the conductivity flow cell after removal.

4.7 Changing the Conductivity Flow Cell

Guidance on replacing the conductivity flow cell.

4.8 Cleaning the pH Electrode

Methods for cleaning the pH electrode to restore performance.

4.9 Changing the pH Electrode

Steps for replacing the pH electrode.

5 Trouble-shooting

5.1 General

General advice and information for contacting support.

5.2 Faults and Actions

Identifies common faults and provides suggested actions for resolution.

5.3 Error Messages

Lists error messages, their meanings, and recommended actions.

A Reference Information

A Description

General description of the UPC-900 monitor and its measurement capabilities.

A.1 Module

Detailed overview of the UPC-900 monitor unit, connectors, and functions.

A.2 UV Optical Unit

Explanation of the components and operation of the UV optical unit.

A.3 pH Electrode

Description of the pH electrode's construction and compatibility.

A.4 Conductivity Cell

Details on the conductivity cell's design, operation, and temperature sensing.

B Reference Information

B.1 Check Menus

Procedures for checking internal values, lamp status, and recorder functions.

B.2 Setup Menus

Overview of setup menus for adjusting module parameters.

B.2.3 Setup Show Temperature

How to enable or disable the display of temperature in main menus.

B.2.4 Setup Conductivity Temperature Compensation

Setting up temperature compensation for conductivity measurements.

B.2.5 Setup Conductivity Reference Temperature

Configuring the reference temperature for conductivity compensation.

B.2.6 Setup Adjust Conductivity

Procedure for adjusting the conductivity cell constant.

B.2.7 Setup Adjust Cell Constant

Steps to set the cell constant for the conductivity flow cell.

B.2.8 Setup Show Conductivity

How to enable or disable the display of conductivity in main menus.

B.2.9 Setup pH Temperature Compensation

Configuring temperature compensation for pH measurements.

B.2.10 Setup Show pH

How to enable or disable the display of pH in main menus.

B.2.11 Setup UV Averaging Filter Constant

Adjusting the averaging filter constant to reduce UV signal noise.

B.2.12 Setup Lamp Run Time

Resetting the UV lamp run time counter after replacement.

B.2.13 Setup Show UV

How to enable or disable UV absorbance display in main menus.

B.2.14 Setup Language

Changing the display language of the monitor.

B.2.15 Setup Unit Number

Setting the unique number for the monitor on the UniNet-bus.

B.2.16 Setup Display Angle

Adjusting the display angle for better viewing height.

B.3 Setting and Using the Alarm Timer

Configuration and usage of alarm and count-down timers.

B.4 Service Displays

Accessing service-related displays and information.

B.5 Menu Overview

Detailed overview of the monitor's menu structure and navigation.

C Reference Information

C Technical Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the monitor's functions and components.

C.1 Operating Data

Specific operating parameters and performance data for measurements.

C.2 Physical Data

Information on the monitor's physical characteristics, connectivity, and materials.

Short Instructions