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ISCO GLS User Manual

ISCO GLS
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GLS
Sampler
This pocket guide is not intended to replace
the instruction manual provided on CD. Read
the Glacier Manual on CD thoroughly before
operating the sampler.
COPYRIGHT © 2002 by
Isco, Inc., 4700 Superior St., Lincoln,
Nebraska, U.S.A. 68504
Phone: (402) 464-0231
Toll Free: (800) 228-4373
FAX: (402) 465-3022
Part #69-2953-030
Revision A, March, 2003
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ISCO GLS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Engine TypeGasoline
Engine Displacement190cc
Power Output6.5 HP
Cutting Width21 inches
Warranty2 years

Summary

Installation Guide

Introduction to Installation

Overview of the pocket guide's content and its purpose regarding sampler installation.

Sampler Preparation Checklist

A step-by-step guide to prepare the GLS sampler for each use, ensuring proper setup.

Inspecting the Pump Tube

Instructions on how to visually inspect the pump tube for cracks and ensure proper functioning before running a program.

Discharge Tube Setup

Details the specifications and proper routing of the discharge tube for accurate sample collection.

Installing Sample Bottles

Guides on how to install various types of bottles into the GLS base section for sample collection.

Sample Cooling Procedures

Methods and capacity for cooling collected samples using ice or gel packs within the sampler's base.

Power Source Installation

Procedures for connecting compatible 12-Volt DC power sources, including batteries and power packs.

Suction Line and Strainer

Information on selecting, preparing, and connecting the suction line and strainer for efficient liquid transfer.

Connecting External Devices

How to connect external devices for sampler pacing and inhibiting, controlling sample collection rates.

Positioning the GLS Sampler

Key considerations for selecting a safe and suitable installation site, including surface, support, and environmental factors.

Locking the GLS Sampler

Instructions on how to secure the GLS sampler by placing a padlock on the carrying handle for tamper prevention.

Programming the GLS Sampler

Understanding the Keypad

Description of each button on the GLS sampler's keypad and their functions during operation and programming.

Methods of Programming

Overview of the two methods for programming the GLS sampler: One-button and Standard Programming.

One-button Programming

How to quickly load stored program settings and run the sampling routine using a simple button sequence.

Standard Programming Guide

Step-by-step guide to program the GLS sampler settings, including pacing, volume, and timing.

Storing a Program

Instructions on how to save current program settings as the default "Stored Program" for later recall.

Setting Time and Date

Procedure for setting the internal clock and date on the GLS sampler for accurate scheduling.

Sample Volume Calibration

Steps to calibrate sample volumes for improved accuracy, involving suction line settings and volume checks.

GLS Sampler Operation

Starting a Sampling Program

How to initiate the programmed sampling sequence using the Go button or the one-button sequence.

Understanding Run State Displays

Explains the various display messages indicating the sampler's status during operation, such as collecting or waiting.

Program Completion Scenarios

Describes the conditions under which a programmed sampling routine will end, such as completion or errors.

Post-Sampling Activities

Outlines essential tasks after sampling, including recovering the sampler, preparing bottles, and viewing logs.

Troubleshooting Errors

Details common errors the GLS sampler may encounter, their causes, and how they are logged for troubleshooting.

Collecting Grab Samples

Instructions for collecting a single sample on demand, independent of the programmed routine.

Replacing the Pump Tube

A guide on how to replace the pump tube, including warnings and step-by-step procedures for maintenance.