Teledyne 500D - Basic Programming and Operation

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D Series Syringe Pumps
Section 3 Basic Programming and Operation
3.1 Introduction This section will familiarize you with the D S eries pump con-
troller and describe operating the pump under each of the
various modes: constant flow, constant pressure, dispense, and
refill.
Pump setup and operation is regulated by the D Series controller.
Operating parameters are entered via the keypad on the front
panel of the controller. Operating selections are displayed as
menu items on the controller screen or are associated with a ded-
icated key on the controller keypad. Operating modes such as
CONST FLOW, CONST PRESS, DISP, and REFILL all have
such dedicated keys.
WARNING
UL (Underwriter Laboratories) has certified the D Series
Controller and Pumps on the basis that explosive
chemicals or chemicals that could become explosive under
pressure are NOT used. The instruments are not explosion
proof. Use extreme caution when pumping hazardous
fluids.
3.2 General Controller
Information
The following information is intended to familiarize you with
controller operation. Once you have become familiar with the
keypad and the main menu, you will find it easy to direct the
pumping operations required for your applications.
If you make an incorrect entry, press CLEAR ENTRY to delete your
last keystroke. If you have entered a programming mode but do
not wish to make any changes, press ENTER to keep the current
setting, or press softkey D to return to the previous screen.
3.2.1 Rates, Units, and
Limits
To allow pump operation to be tailored to your application, both
the pressure and flow rate units may be set by the user, refer to
Section 3.4.1.
The pump also allows user programmed refill, as well as
pumping rates, refer to Section 3.4.3.
The system protection limits may also be set by the user, refer to
Section 3.8.7.
3.2.2 Programming Screens The programming screens are divided into separate menus.
These menus are accessed when different features are being pro-
grammed. For complete information about programming menus,
refer to Sections 3.3 through 3.7.