PlasmaQuant 9100 (Elite) Installation and commissioning
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The operator can set the following parameters within the specified ranges in the
Au-
tosampler
window in the
Dilute
tab:
¡ Max. dilution factor and Min. dilution factor
¡ Vessel wash cycles
¡ Vortexing speed
¡ Air gap volume
¡ Aspiration speed diluent, Aspiration speed sample and Dispense speed
¡ Syringe delay
When the sampler, the dilution system and the switching valve are coupled, the opera-
tor controls the switching valve via the ASpect PQ
software.
Adjust the following settings in the analysis system during switching valve commission-
ing: (These settings do not usually require changes during operation.)
¡ Loop Rinse Delay and Extra Loop Rinse
¡ Loop Evacuation Delay and Loop Load Time
¡ Equalization Delay
¡ Time To Evacuate Probe and Probe Wash
¡ Rinse Station Fill
When operating the sample and switching valve without the dilution system:
} Install the Dashboard software, see user manual of the accessory.
} Operate the switching valve in automatic mode (default).
} During commissioning: Adjust settings such as
Loop Rinse Delay
in the analysis sys-
tem via the Dashboard
software.
4.4.2 Installing the IsoMist XR temperature-controlled spray chamber
CAUTION
Risk of frostbite
The spray chamber and the inner surfaces of the Peltier element can become very cold
(temperature range: -25 °C to +80 °C
).
¡ Do not touch the spray chamber or Peltier element during or directly after operation.