ASXPRESS PLUS Rapid Sample Introduction System Operator’s Manual
Chapter 10: Using the Rapid Sample Introduction System
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Starting the System
To start the ASXPRESS PLUS Rapid Sample Introduction System, complete the
following steps:
1 Ensure that the ASXPRESS PLUS system is connected to the autosampler and host
instrument equipment.
Ensure that all fluid delivery tubing, etc., is connected. Also be sure that the
ASX
PRESS PLUS electronics module is connected to the valve/pump module,
autosampler, and power supply.
2 Ensure that the autosampler and host instrument are powered on.
3 Power on the electronics module.
It does not matter in what order the autosampler, instrument, and
electronics module are powered on, as long as they are running before any
commands are sent to the autosampler.
4 Launch the Xpress Configuration Tool program.
Configure the settings as per the specific laboratory application
requirements (See note below). The system is now ready to operate.
5 Operate/run the Method at the ICP/ICP-MS
The methods, through trial and adjustment, shall be modified for maximum
performance, which is afforded by the utilization of the ASX
PRESS PLUS Rapid
Sample Introduction System (See note below).
NOTE
Each laboratory analytical process is uniquely specific to the method utilized,
sample under analysis, and laboratory conditions under which the ASXPRESS
PLUS/Autosampler/host instrument system operates. Therefore, the settings
utilized within the ASXPRESS PLUS and ICP software packages will require
determination through a series of trials, or test runs, to fully provide the
maximum optimization benefit to the user and method utilized. Time taken to
fully assess and “tune” the settings to the actual process will yield the
maximum benefit of the ASXPRESS PLUS Rapid Sample Introduction System’s
ability to affect positive impact on laboratory productivity. Contact CETAC
Technologies for further information regarding optimal setup and operation of
the ASXPRESS PLUS system and associated parameters.
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