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1. Figure 9 Stack Cooler 2DW Installation of the Support leg Side view Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 27 3 Specifications Tray Cooler General System Overview Tray Cooler General System Overview Figure 10 Tray Cooler and Power Supply with Built in Control Unit The PAL Tray Cooler is available in two versions The above picture shows the common version of the Tray Cooler with a sample capacity as described below The second version Tray Cooler2 has longer legs to allow transport of 20 mL vials 28 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Specifications 3 Specifications Sample Capacity 1 PAL tray 2 mL or 1 PAL tray 1 mL or 1 microtiter or deepwell plate 96 384 wells 1 PAL tray 20 mL Tray Cooler2 only Temperature Control 4 to 70 C in 0 1 C increments settable Peltier element Temperature Cooling The specification for the Tray Cooler temperature cooling is defined as T a 214 0 C within 60 min TA TRoomtemperature Thay Cooler A temperature difference of 14 0 C between room temperature 22 2 C and the Tray Cooler must be reached within 60 min The control unit and the resulting temperature display of the Tray Cooler display are determinative no comparison to an independent temperature measurement device is necessary Dimensions and Weights Table 8 Dimensions and Weights Tray Cooler Tray Cooler Dimensions mm Weight Module PNo Width Depth Height kg S
2. Notices Agilent Technologies Inc 2009 No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means including elec tronic storage and retrieval or translation into a foreign language without prior agree ment and written consent from Agilent Technologies Inc as governed by United States and international copyright laws Manual Part Number 64270 90300 Edition 12 2009 Printed in Germany Agilent Technologies Hewlett Packard Strasse 8 76337 Waldbronn Warranty The material contained in this docu ment is provided as is and is sub ject to being changed without notice in future editions Further to the max imum extent permitted by applicable law Agilent disclaims all warranties either express or implied with regard to this manual and any information contained herein including but not limited to the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a par ticular purpose Agilent shall not be liable for errors or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing use or perfor mance of this document or of any information contained herein Should Agilent and the user have a separate written agreement with warranty terms covering the material in this document that conflict with these terms the warranty terms in the sep arate agreement shall control Technology Licenses The hardware and or software described in this document are furnished under a license and
3. evemives PAL StkCooler2D w_Tray 3 4 Wash Stations PAL StkCooler2D W_Tray 5 6 i Send selected Object Lists to Pal m Figure 13 PAL Object Manager PAL StackCooler DW Object List 3 Note the name given to the various Object Lists The variants _1 _2 or _3 define the number of the Cooled Stack Example Cooled Stack DW Stack number 1 2 or 3 NOTE The object name PAL StkCooler is identical to PAL Stck Cooler or PAL Stack Cooler 6DW Sometimes the term CStack 6DW is used for the same device Differentiating Trays with numbers for example _Tray7 12 allows having one Stack Cooler 6DW with Tray 1 to 6 and a second CStack 6DW with Trays numbered from 7 to 12 For routine work it is easier for the user to differentiate e Cooled Stack 6DW 1 Trays 1 to 6 e Cooled Stack 6DW 2 Trays 7 to 12 e Cooled Stack 6DW 3 Trays 13 to 18 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 43 4 Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers PAL Firmware and PAL Firmware Object Installation for Temperature Programmable Stacks or Tray Coolers Selection of Firmware Object List for Stack Cooler MT C Program Files PAL Object ct Lists Rev J Stack Coolers Choose Object List Folder Object Lists Multi Position Valve Drives Firmware 2 a a aikoo 1 Output Expansion Box Firmware 2 4 0 tkCooler_ S Ken nace PAL StkCooler_3 So PAL StkCooler_Tray 13 18 SPME Fiber Conditioning Stations PAL StkCooler_
4. keep your hands away from the syringe A Do not operate the MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers without the safety shield The safety shield must be installed for safe operation A To avoid injury observe safe laboratory practice when you handle solvents change tubing or operate the MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers Know the physical and chemical properties of the solvents you use See the Material Safety Sheets from the manufacturer for the solvents in use A Use caution when working with any polymer tubing under pressure e Always wear eye protection when near pressurized polymer tubing e Do not use polymer tubing that has been severely stressed or kinked e Do not use polymer tubing in particular not PEEK or Tefzel tubing with Tetrahydrofuran THF Dimethylsulfoxid DMSO chlorinated organic solvents concentrated mineral acids such as Nitric Phosphoric or Sulfuric acids or any related compounds to above listings Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 9 1 10 Safety Information Disposal Lithium battery A Do not use vials without a sealing cap microtiter or deepwell plates without a plate seal Vapor phase from organic solvents can be hazardous and flammable Acidic vapor phase can cause corrosion to critical mechanical parts m Do not dispose of this equipment or parts thereof unsorted in municipal waste Follow local municipal waste ordinances for proper disposal provisions to reduce the environmental
5. 6890 Hot Detector Zone No Trayholder above Figure 11 Tray Cooler Installed on Gas Chromatograph Example of Installation in Combination with X Axis Extension Kit Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 39 4 Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers Electrical Connections 40 Installing the Power Supply The power supply for the Stack Tray Cooler has a built in control unit with display 1 2 3 Locate the power supply and the AC power cable Set the power supply switch to OFF position Connect the open end of the DC power cable from the Stack Tray Cooler to the power supply connector labeled with Peltier Thermostat Connect the female end of the AC power cable to the power supply then connect the male end to an AC power outlet Set the switch on the power supply to the ON position Observe the display It should read the preset temperature of 10 C Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers 4 PAL Firmware and PAL Firmware Object Installation for Temperature Programmable Stacks or Tray Coolers PAL Firmware Installation for Stacks Tray Coolers The Cooled Stack Option requires PAL Firmware level 2 0 X or higher In case a lower firmware level is installed on the unit in use it is mandatory to upgrade the firmware to the current level The 24 Tray maximum number is a firmware limitation This firmware limitation i
6. Adding Firmware Object Lists to the System Firmware will link and make available for use Trays TrayHolders and TrayTypes The Stack Tray Cooler Options are compatible with PAL Firmware level 2 0 X or higher For more details see PAL Firmware and PAL Firmware Object Installation for Temperature Programmable Stacks or Tray Coolers on page 41 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 33 3 Specifications Hardware and Software Requirements 34 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 4 Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers Unpacking the Components 36 Installing the Stack Tray Cooler 37 Electrical Connections 40 Installing the Power Supply 40 PAL Firmware and PAL Firmware Object Installation for Temperature Programmable Stacks or Tray Coolers 41 PAL Firmware Installation for Stacks Tray Coolers 41 PAL Firmware Object Installation for Stacks Tray Coolers 42 Stack Tray Cooler Object Positioning 48 ee Agilent Technologies 35 4 Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers Unpacking the Components 36 The Stack or Tray Cooler is shipped in one box Check the following items for completeness e Stack Tray Cooler Module e Power supply with built in control unit e Power cable e CD ROM with software to add new Objects to the PAL System Object Manager Software e MT DW Stack and Tray Coolers for Agilent L
7. VT21 VT32 10 VT32 20 MT96 DW96 MT384 Vial Tray 200 positions 10 x 20 For 7 mm micro vials 1 mL Vial Trays 98 positions 7 x 14 For 12 mm vials 2 mL Vial Tray 78 positions 6 x 13 For 7 mm micro vials 1 mL opposite side of 98 positions Tray Vial Tray 54 positions 6 x 9 For 12 mm vials 2 mL Vial Tray 21 Positions 7 x 14 For 12 mm vials 2 mL opposite side of 32 positions Tray Vial Tray 32 positions 4 x 8 For 23 mm headspace vials 10 mL Vial Tray 32 positions 4 x 8 For 23 mm headspace vials 20 mL Standard 96 position shallow microplate Deep well 96 position microplate High density 384 position shallow microplate Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 73 Appendices Spare Parts for Stack Cooler 74 Item 1 1 2 1 3 1 p n G4270 01000 G4270 02000 G4270 67100 Description Faceplate Stack Cooler 6DW Faceplate Stack Cooler 12MT Kit with replacement screws for Stack Cooler drawer front consisting of 20 pcs M3x16 20 pcs M3x8 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Index C condensation build up Pal Stack Coolers 56 Pal Tray Coolers 57 condensation build up 56 CTC Analytics guidelines 55 D dimensions and weights Stack Cooler 2DW 25 Stack Cooler DW 19 Stack Cooler MT 22 Tray Cooler 29 E electrical connections 40 electrical specifications 31 31 environmental requirements 23 26 30 error messages 64 F firmware 41 installa
8. alarm point at 55 C and for a Tray Cooler device at 72 C Reaching this point ina single fault situation causes the Temperature Control Unit to automatically force cooling to the extent possible The alarm is not audible At the same time a corresponding Error message is displayed Explanations see Error Messages on page 63 A fuse to prevent overheating is built in for unattended automated runs The Peltier element will turn off automatically at 72 5 C A damaged over temperature fuse must be replaced by an authorized representative of Agilent Technologies In case of error check the following points systematically e Corresponding error message see Error Messages on page 63 e Verify whether the appropriate power supply is being used for Stack Cooler and for Tray Cooler e Turn off the power supply wait for a few minutes turn it on again The alarm should be off If the alarm is still on observe the corresponding error message Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Operation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers 5 Temperature Stability The Stack Tray Cooler is basically a thermostatted sample tray that keeps the analytical sample below or above ambient temperature Agilent Technologies recommends the following guidelines 1 Switch on the Stack Tray Cooler at least 30 min before the analytical routine run will be started at 10 C or 75 min if operated at 4 C 2 For high
9. as on a GC Injection System If installed on an LC System use the provided supporting leg third leg to avoid tipping over the System See Specifications on page 25 1 Loosen the two Torx screws on the mounting clamps located on the left and right hand side of the Stack Cooler 2 Carefully lift the X Crossrail assembly on top of the Stack Cooler with the mounting clamp teeth fit into the grooves on the bottom of the X Crossrail 3 Be sure that the clamps fit completely into the grooves Tighten the two Torx screws alternately until the two mounting clamps are firmly in place 4 Double check whether the Stack Cooler clamps are correctly attached to the X Crossrail Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 37 4 Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers Installing a Tray Cooler Before beginning the assembly process determine approximately where the Tray Cooler will be located If the Tray Cooler is to be installed with an existing System the LC injection valve the wash station or any other object module may need to be shifted Remember to re position the objects according the User Manual If the device is placed over a heated zone e g gas chromatograph the space must be increased and if possible warm air should be actively removed external fan Figure 11 on page 39 is an example The Tray Cooler above the top cover of the gas chromatograph does not have enough space to remove hot air The Pel
10. display on the Stack Cooler 2DW display are determinative no comparison to an independent temperature measurement device is necessary Dimensions and Weights Table6 Dimensions and Weights Stack Cooler 2DW Stack Cooler 2DW Dimensions mm Weight Module PNo Width Depth Height kg 2 DW Stack Cooler 197 450 97 3 70 Power Supply Power Supply with built in Control Unit 135 235 75 1 15 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 25 3 26 Specifications Operating and Environmental Requirements Table 7 Stack Cooler 2DW Operating and Environmental Requirements Parameter Requirements Operating Temperature Range 4 to 40 C 39 to 104 F Maximum Relative Humidity 75 non condensing Bench Space At least 5 cm 2 in at the rear space for air circulation Access to power switch es and power cord s Clean level and smooth surface Solid bench plate Vibration Negligible Static electricity Negligible Altitude Limitations None Installing Support Leg in Combination with Table positioned PAL System A support leg is provided with Stack Cooler 2DW This support must be installed for PAL installations that are positioned on a table and not attached to a GC instrument The weight imbalance can cause tip over during movement Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Specifications 3 Stack Cooler 2DW General System Overview Figure 8 Stack Cooler 2DW Installation of Support leg Front view
11. impact of waste electrical and electronic equipment WEEE European Union customers Call your local customer service representative responsible for the PAL System for complimentary equipment pick up and recycling A An onboard lithium battery buffers the electronic memories when the instrument is turned off Replace it only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer Battery Panasonic VL 2330 soldered directly on the electronic board Discharged lithium batteries shall be disposed off locally according to national waste disposal regulations for batteries There are no operator serviceable parts on the electronic boards If an electronic board fails contact a Agilent Technologies representative Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Safety Information 1 Table 1 Commonly Used Symbols Symbol Description Caution or refer to User Manual Caution Risk of Needle Stick Puncture Caution Hot Surface or High Temperature Direct Current Alternating Current Protective Conductor Terminal Ground Fuse 1O ile e Electrical Power ON Used with Main MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers Power Supply Electrical Power OFF Used with Main MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers Power Supply Electrical Power ON for Only Part of the System Used with Optional Device s Electrical Power OFF for Only Part of the System Used with Optional Device s Caution Risk of Electrical shock high vol
12. throughput analysis typical cycle time of 60 s or less per analysis leave the drawers open between injections 3 For longer cycle times it is recommended to use the PAL System option to close the drawer after each sampling Changing Restore Mode Keep Drawer OPEN or CLOSED during Run The preset mode for the Stack Cooler in combination with the PAL System will close the drawers after sampling during an analytical run To change this mode complete the following steps starting at the top level command from the control terminal Path Menu F3 Setup Objects Trayholders CStack Restore Mode change default value Sample to Auto press HOME CStack example only Explanation F3 Setup select Setup press F3 activate Setup Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 55 5 Operation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers Condensation Build Up Condensation Build up in Stack Coolers Condensation build up is directly related to the temperature and relative humidity temperature in ambient air dew point Long term tests showed very little build up of condensation in an environment of relative humidity up to 60 and 22 2 C ambient temperature Condensation at the back of the compartments will be channeled to the drain outlet labeled Condensation Drain at the lower rear of the Stack Cooler The outlet is plugged with a paper filter This helps to evaporate the collected water in the drain line using the
13. C GC Injectors User Manual The Temperature Control Unit for the Stack Tray Cooler does not allow the user to enter different levels of programming functions The program is factory pre set downloaded to each temperature control unit at the factory A power supply programmed for the Stack Cooler cannot be used for a Tray Cooler To identify the two units see labeling on the rear cover of the power supply Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers 4 Installing the Stack Tray Cooler Installing a Stack Cooler Preparations CAUTION To install the Stack Coolers in combination with a LC GC Injection System proceed as described below Before beginning the assembling process determine approximately where the Stack Cooler is to be located If the Stack Cooler is to be installed on an existing System the LC Injection Valve the Wash Station or other objects module may need to be shifted Remember to reposition the objects according the User Manual Instability It is important that the LC Injection System be placed on a solid level support surface gt To avoid instability make sure that the Stack Cooler rests on the surface at all four corners Stack coolers models DW and MT cannot be attached to a GC Injection System The height and weight of the Stack Cooler are the limiting factors A Stack Cooler 2DW can be installed on a LC Injection System as well
14. Cooler Upgrade User Manual Specifications 3 Operating and Environmental Requirements Table5 Stack Cooler MT Operating and Environmental Requirements Parameter Requirements Operating Temperature Range 4 to 40 C 39 to 104 F Maximum Relative Humidity 75 non condensing Bench Space At least 5 cm 2 in at the rear space for air circulation Access to power switch es and power cord s Clean level and smooth surface Solid bench plate Vibration Negligible Static electricity Negligible Altitude Limitations None Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 23 3 Specifications Stack Cooler 2DW General System Overview Stack Cooler 2DW General System Overview Figure 7 Stack Cooler 2DW and Power Supply with Built in Control Unit 24 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Specifications 3 Specifications Sample Capacity 2 trays with 54 positions for 2 mL vials or 2 deepwell or standard microtiter plates with 96 positions or 2 microtiter plates with 96 384 positions Temperature Control 4 to 40 C in 0 1 C increments settable Peltier element Temperature Cooling The specification for the Stack Cooler 2DW temperature cooling is defined as T a 214 0 C within 60 min TA TRoomtemperature 7 Tstack Cooler 2DW A temperature difference of 14 0 C between room temperature 22 2 C and the Stack Cooler 2DW must be reached within 60 min The control unit and the resulting temperature
15. Tray 1 6 SPME Upgrade PAL StkCooler_Tray 7 12 Stack Coolers PAL StkCoolerl2MT 1 Stacks PAL StkCoolerl2MT_2 PAL StkCooler12MT_Tray 1 12 Syringes PAL StkCoolerl2MT_Tray 13 24 Tray Coolers PAL StkCooler2D w_1 T ray Holders PA StkCooler2D w_2 PAL StkCooler2D w_3 ig ma PAL StkCooler2DW_Tray 1 2 ee PAL StkCooler2DW_Tray 3 4 Wash Stations PAL StkCooler2D W_Tray 5 6 ue Send selected Object Lists to Pal Figure 14 PAL Object Manager PAL Stack Cooler MT Object List 44 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers 4 PAL Firmware and PAL Firmware Object Installation for Temperature Programmable Stacks or Tray Coolers Selection of a Firmware Object List for Stack Cooler 2DW C Program Files PAL Object ct Lists Rev J Stack Coolers Choose Object List Folder Multi Position Valve Drives Firmware 2 a Output Expansion Box Firmware 2 4 0 Solvent Reservoirs SPME Fiber Conditioning Stations SPME Upgrade Stack Coolers Stacks VF Syringes Tray Coolers Tray Holders Tray Types Valve Drives Wash Stations Object Lists PAL StkCooler_1 PAL StkCooler_2 PAL StkCooler_3 PAL StkCooler_Tray 13 18 PAL StkCooler_Tray 1 6 PAL StkCooler_Tray 7 12 PAL StkCoolerl2MT_1 PAL StkCoolerl2MT_2 PAL StkCoolerl 2MT_Tray 1 12 PAL StkCoolerl2MT_Tray 13 24 PAL StkCooler2DW 1 PAL StkCooler2D w_2 PAL StkCooler2D w_3 PAL StkCooler2D w_Tray 1 2 PAL StkCool
16. and power cord s Clean level and smooth surface Solid bench plate Vibration Negligible Static electricity Negligible Altitude Limitations None Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Specifications 3 Stack Cooler MT General System Overview Stack Cooler MT General System Overview _ Figure 6 Stack Cooler MT and Power Supply with Built in Control Unit Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 21 3 22 Specifications Specifications Sample Capacity 12 microtiter plates with 96 positions or 12 deepwell microtiter plates with 96 384 positions Temperature Control 4 to 40 C in 0 1 C increments settable Peltier element Temperature Cooling The specification for the Stack Cooler MT temperature cooling is defined as Ta 214 0 C within 60 min T TRoomtemperature Tstack Cooler MT A temperature difference of 14 0 C between room temperature 22 2 C and the Stack Cooler MT must be reached within 60 min The control unit and the resulting temperature display on the Stack Cooler MT display are determinative no comparison to an independent temperature measurement device is necessary Dimensions and Weights Stack Cooler MT Table4 Dimensions and Weights Stack Cooler MT Stack Cooler MT Dimensions mm Weight Module PNo Width Depth Height kg 12 MT Stack Cooler 244 450 236 7 70 Power Supply Power Supply with built in Control Unit 135 235 75 1 15 Tray Stack and
17. ass defines the Items of an Object Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 71 72 Appendices Object Item An Object contains several Items which can be numerical values with a physical unit e g X Y Z Position Penetration Syringe Scale Length Syringe Volume or references to other objects The term Parameter is reserved for ATOM Parameter Firmware commands to be used for a Cycle Objects Objects are data structures describing the properties of physical modules Certain modules e g a Stack require several objects Module Hardware module either part of a standard system configuration e g Agilent LC Injectors HTC HTS Agilent GC Sampler 80 120 or an optional addition e g SPME Upgrade for Agilent GC Injector MT DW Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrades for Agilent LC Injectors HTC HTS The term Module is intentionally used to differentiate from Object which is reserved for the Firmware Object Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Naming Convention Appendices 8 This section recommends standard naming convention for MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers Trays Tray Types and Tray holders Following these conventions will allow MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers to be pre configured for certain applications will simplify software backups and application development and will improve technical support and training Table 12 Naming Convention Tray Type Tray Description VT200 VT98 VT78 VT54
18. e in this application The Temperature Control Unit for the Stack Tray Cooler does not allow the user to enter different levels of programming functions The program is factory pre set downloaded to each Temperature Control Unit at the factory A power supply programmed for the PAL Stack Cooler cannot be used for a PAL Tray Cooler To identify the two units check the information on the rear of the units Regulator Settings for Stack Cooler or for Tray Cooler Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual ErrorMessages 7 Error Probe Probable cause Suggested actions 1 DC cable disconnected or in short circuit Check of connection between power supply Connection mistake and Cooler Check of signal probe ex NTC measure the resistance 25 C 10 kQ Check the set point for the desired temperature Turn OFF ON the unit Initialize the Temperature Control Unit to normal level Check the set point for the desired temperature 2 Damaged Probe Check of connection between power supply and Cooler Check of signal probe ex NTC measure the resistance 25 C 10 kQ Check the set point for the desired temperature Turn OFF ON the unit Initialize the Temperature Control Unit to normal level Check the set point for the desired temperature Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 65 7 66 Error Messages UUUU Under Range Probable cause Suggested actions 1 Measured variable is below the sensor l
19. er2D W_Tray 3 4 PAL StkCooler2D W_Tray 5 6 i Send selected Object Lists to Pal Figure 15 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual PAL Object Manager PAL Stack Cooler 2DW Object List 45 4 Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers PAL Firmware and PAL Firmware Object Installation for Temperature Programmable Stacks or Tray Coolers Object Lists for Tray Coolers The PAL Firmware Objects and Objects Lists for the PAL Tray Cooler modules are selected identically to the PAL Stack Coolers as described above See Figure 16 on page 46 and Figure 17 on page 47 as examples 1 Select the window Choose Object List folder on the left side of the Object Manager program window 14 PAL Object Manager C Program Files PAL Object ect Lists Rev J Tray Coolers Choose Object List Folder Object Lists Multi Position Valve Drives Firmware 2 a ented Boy r f 4 iqCooler_ Output Expansion Box Firmware 2 4 0 PAL LiqCooler 2 Solvent Reservoirs ae PAL LigCooler_3 SPME Fiber Conditioning Stations PAL LiqCooler2_1 SPME Upgrade PAL LiqCooler2_2 Stack Coolers PAL LiqCooler2_3 PAL TrayCooler_1 Stacks PAL TrapCooler_2 Syringes PAL TrayCooler_3 Tray Coolers PAL TrayCooler2_1 Tray Holders PAL TrayCooler2_2 Tray Types PAL TrapCooler2_3 Valve Drives Wash Stations m Send selected Object Lists to Pal Figure 16 PAL Object Manager Choose Object List Folder for Tray C
20. excess heat from the Peltier element A drain line from the outlet to a reservoir bottle is not necessary under normal conditions WARNING Gas under pressure gt lfa flush gas is used as described below it is the user s responsibility to assure that a two stage safety pressure regulator device is installed between the gas supply and the Stack Cooler WARNING Fire and explosion hazard gt Do not use any flammable or explosive gas such as hydrogen If the Stack Cooler is operated under severe conditions a flow of dry and clean oil free air or nitrogen could be used to dry the compartments continually Connect the corresponding gas line to the Swagelok fitting 1 8 at the rear of the Stack Cooler labeled Flush Gas A flow of approximately 300 400 L min is required to keep the compartments moisture free If acidic vapor phase is anticipated due to the application it is recommended to use the same gas line connection to flush a stream of inert gas such as nitrogen or helium into the compartments A stream of a few mL min can help to avoid corrosion of the rolls 56 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Operation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers 5 Agilent Technologies recommends checking regularly for condensation build up It is good practice to clean the inside of the Stack Cooler when changing the analytical samples It is advisable to dry out the Stack Cooler at ambient temperature at
21. f the LC MS System manufacturer AN Do not turn the instrument on if you suspect that it has incurred any kind of electrical damage Instead disconnect the power cord and contact a Agilent Technologies representative for a product evaluation Do not attempt to use the instrument until it has been evaluated Electrical damage may have occurred if the MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers shows visible signs of damage exposure to any liquids or has been transported under severe stress Damage can also result if the instrument is stored for prolonged periods under unfavorable conditions e g subjected to heat water etc A In any case disconnect the power cord s from the power supply or from the different power supplies if optional devices are installed before attempting any type of maintenance Capacitors inside the instrument may still be charged even if the instrument is turned off Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 7 1 Safety Information A To avoid damaging electrical parts do not disconnect an electrical assembly while power is applied to the MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers Once the power is turned off wait approximately 30 seconds before you disconnect an assembly The instrument includes a number of integrated circuits These circuits may be damaged if exposed to excessive line voltage fluctuations and or power surges A Never try to repair or replace any components of the instrument that is not described in
22. he P for 2 s or longer will access the programming level Values like OPEr ConF OFF rEG tune and OPLO can be accessed in the menu by selecting the increment decrement keys All these menu items are blocked for the user Leaving the unit untouched for approximately 2 min will return the display to the current temperature reading information Turning the device off on will reinstate the temperature display The U key is blocked by factory programming There are indicators below the display digits that show which relay is in use OUT1 or OUT2 The arrows indicate if the unit is heating or cooling lt heating temperature within range of set point gt cooling 52 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Operation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers 5 Temperature Control As described in the Specifications on page 17 the cooling heating capacity of a temperature control device based on the Peltier technique is always related to room temperature Only a limited maximum temperature difference from ambient temperature can be achieved PAL Stack Tray Cooler modules should reach a minimum difference of 14 C Ty The controller allows a setting range for the temperature of e Stack Cooler 1 to 45 C e Tray Cooler 1 to 70 C This wider control range which is greater than the specification limits 4 to 40 C respectively to 70 C provides cooling or heating when the ambient temperature is too
23. high or too low to easily reach the desired temperature Heating to a higher temperature could be important for metabolism or kinetics studies at the human body temperature level of 37 C The cooling option is usually necessary to protect the sample from ambient temperature during the analytical run time Stack Tray Cooler devices are rarely used to store a sample at a given temperature for a longer time period The measured and displayed temperature represents the temperature in the compartment and not in the sample liquid To check the temperature control an independent temperature probe is inserted from the front by removing one plastic screw from the front cover Position the probe in the middle of the drawer where the Tray separator projects up Tape the probe to the metal plate of the drawer To reach 4 in the analytical solution program a set value lower than 4 The material used for the sample may be glass polypropylene polyethylene or similar polymer products All of these have excellent insulating properties If the sample has to be cooled as low as 4 it is advisable to cool the sample Tray first in a refrigerator before the Tray is placed into a Stack Tray Cooler module This shortens cool down time considerably Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 53 5 54 Operation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers Temperature Alarm For a Stack Cooler module the upper limit is protected by an internal
24. imit 0000 Over Range Check of connection between power supply and Cooler Check of signal probe ex NTC measure the resistance 25 C 10 kQ Check the set point for the desired temperature Turn OFF ON the unit Initialize the Temp Control Unit to normal level Check the set point for the desired temperature Probable cause Suggested actions 1 Measured variable is above the sensor limit Check of connection between power supply and Cooler Check of signal probe ex NTC measure the resistance 25 C 10 kQ Check the set point for the desired temperature Turn OFF ON the unit Initialize the Temp Control Unit to normal level Check the set point for the desired temperature Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual LbA Loop Break Alarm Probable cause 1 Loop break alarm is interrupted ErEP EPROM Probable cause 1 Error in Eprom Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Error Messages Suggested actions Check the set point for the desired temperature Turn OFF ON the unit Initialize the Temp Control Unit to normal level Suggested actions Press key P 7 67 7 Error Messages Error Messages 68 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 8 Appendices Definition of Terms 70 Naming Convention 73 Spare Parts for Stack Cooler 74 ee Agilent Technologies Appendices Definition of Terms 70 Job Q
25. ler_1 PAL StkCooler_2 PAL StkCooler_3 PAL StkCooler_Tray 13 18 PAL StkCooler_Tray 1 6 PAL StkCooler_Tray 7 12 PAL StkCoolerl 2MT_1 PAL StkCoolerl 2MT_2 PAL StkCoolerl 2MT_Tray 1 12 PAL StkCoolerl 2MT_Tray 13 24 PAL StkCooler2DW_1 PAL StkCooler2Dw_2 PAL StkCooler2D W_3 PAL StkCooler2D W_Tray 1 2 PAL StkCooler2D W_Tray 3 4 PAL StkCooler2D W_Tray 5 6 i Send selected Object Lists to Pal Figure 12 PAL Object Manager Choose Object List Folder Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers 4 PAL Firmware and PAL Firmware Object Installation for Temperature Programmable Stacks or Tray Coolers 2 Select the Object Lists PAL StkCooler_1 as shown in the example below Send the selected PAL Firmware Object s to PAL File Help C Program Files PAL Object ct Lists Rev J Stack Coolers Choose Object List Folder Object Lists Multi Position Valve Drives Firmware 2 Output E ion Box Fi 2 4 0 PAL StkCooler_2 pu l ain ox Firmware PAL StkCoola 3 See PAL StkCooler_Tray 13 18 SPME Fiber Conditioning Stations PAL StkCooler_Tray 1 6 SPME Upgrade PAL StkCooler_Tray 7 12 PAL StkCoolerl2MT_1 Stack Coolers t cks PAL StkCoolerl 2MT 2 PAL StkCooler12MT_Tray 1 12 J Syringes PAL StkCoolerl 2MT_Tray 13 24 Tray Coolers PAL StkCooler2D w_1 Tray Holders PAL StkCooler2D w_2 PAL StkCooler2D w_3 ve bel PAL StkCooler2DW_Tray 1 2
26. mable Acidic vapor phase can cause corrosion to critical mechanical parts gt Do not use vials without a sealing cap Microtiter or Deepwell Plates without a plate seal 48 After X Y Z axis positioning of Stack Cooler model 6DW or 12MT add the following steps to verify the correct installation of the module 1 2 Close the drawer manually Path Menu Setup Objects TrayHolders select corresponding device Select function key F1Check Pos The injection unit moves to the predefined position Open the bottom drawer manually Remember the Z value Turn the Z axis all the way down to check that the black needle guide of the injection unit fits neatly into the position hole of the drawer If the position is proper turn the injection unit slider back to the original Z value Close drawer If the position is off by as little as one or two millimeters compensate for any discrepancy in the X Y position seen between the upper and lower drawer If the position is off by more than one or two millimeters check the bracket attachment of the module to the X axis carefully If in doubt loosen the claws again and reposition the unit on the X axis Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers 4 8 If this action is not successful check the X to Y axis angle and the Y to Z axis angle If one of these angles is not 90 make corrections Ensure also that
27. may be used or copied only in accor dance with the terms of such license Restricted Rights Legend If software is for use in the performance of a U S Government prime contract or subcon tract Software is delivered and licensed as Commercial computer software as defined in DFAR 252 227 7014 June 1995 or as a commercial item as defined in FAR 2 101 a or as Restricted computer soft ware as defined in FAR 52 227 19 June 1987 or any equivalent agency regulation or contract clause Use duplication or dis closure of Software is subject to Agilent Technologies standard commercial license terms and non DOD Departments and Agencies of the U S Government will receive no greater than Restricted Rights as defined in FAR 52 227 19 c 1 2 June 1987 U S Government users will receive no greater than Limited Rights as defined in FAR 52 227 14 June 1987 or DFAR 252 227 7015 b 2 November 1995 as applicable in any technical data Safety Notices CAUTION A CAUTION notice denotes a hazard It calls attention to an operating procedure practice or the like that if not correctly per formed or adhered to could result in damage to the product or loss of important data Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until the indicated condi tions are fully understood and met A WARNING notice denotes a hazard It calls attention to an operating procedure practice or the like that if not correctly perf
28. mple Capacity 6 trays with 54 positions for 2 mL vials or 6 deepwell or standard microtiter plates with 96 positions or 6 microtiter plates with 96 384 positions Temperature Control 4 to 40 C in 0 1 C increments settable Peltier element Temperature Cooling The specification for the Stack Cooler DW temperature cooling is defined as Ta 214 0 C within 60 min TA TRoomtemperature Tstack Cooler DW A temperature difference of 14 0 C between room temperature 22 2 C and the Stack Cooler DW must be reached within 60 min The control unit and the resulting temperature display on the Stack Cooler DW display are determinative no comparison to an independent temperature measurement device is necessary Dimensions and Weights Stack Cooler DW Table 2 Dimensions and Weights Stack Cooler DW Stack Cooler DW Dimensions mm Weight Module PNo Width Depth Height kg 6 DW Stack Cooler 244 450 236 7 70 Power Supply Power Supply with built in Control Unit 135 235 75 1 15 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 19 3 20 Specifications Operating and Environmental Requirements Stack Cooler DW Table3 Operating and Environmental Requirements Stack Cooler DW Parameter Requirements Operating Temperature Range 4 to 40 C 39 to 104 F Maximum Relative Humidity 75 non condensing Bench Space At least 5 cm 2 in at the rear space for air circulation Access to power switch es
29. ms to run analytical methods The PAL System must be installed and set up properly before controllable Stack or Tray Cooler Option operating instructions can be applied Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 2 15 2 Howto Use this Manual How to Use this Manual 16 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 3 Specifications Stack Cooler DW General System Overview 18 Specifications 19 Dimensions and Weights Stack Cooler DW 19 Operating and Environmental Requirements Stack Cooler DW 20 Stack Cooler MT General System Overview 21 Specifications 22 Dimensions and Weights Stack Cooler MT 22 Operating and Environmental Requirements 23 Stack Cooler 2DW General System Overview 24 Specifications 25 Dimensions and Weights 25 Operating and Environmental Requirements 26 Installing Support Leg in Combination with Table positioned PAL System 26 Tray Cooler General System Overview 28 Specifications 29 Dimensions and Weights 29 Operating and Environmental Requirements 30 Electrical Specifications 31 Hardware and Software Requirements 32 Hardware Requirements 32 Software Requirements 33 ee Agilent Technologies 17 3 Specifications Stack Cooler DW General System Overview Stack Cooler DW General System Overview Figure 5 Stack Cooler DW and Power Supply with built in control unit 18 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Specifications 3 Specifications Sa
30. o equipment that receives its electrical power from the local level such as an electrical wall outlet Only use fuses of the type and current rating specified Do not use repaired fuses and do not short circuit the fuse holder AN The supplied power cord must be inserted into a power outlet with a protective earth contact ground When using an extension cord make sure that the cord also has an earth contact Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Safety Information 1 AN Do not change the external or internal grounding connections Tampering with or disconnecting these connections could endanger you and or damage the MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers The instrument is properly grounded in accordance with these regulations when shipped You do not need to make any changes to the electrical connections or the instrument s chassis to ensure safe operation AN The combination of a MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers with a LC MS System does require the safety measure as described by the LC MS System manufacturer Detailed instructions for the safety grounding on the LC MS system are outlined in the corresponding operating installation manual Agilent Technologies recommends to use a grounding cable connected on one side at the Injection Valve Loop or any other suitable direct metallic contact and the other side at an appropriate grounding point at the LC MS System This supplementary grounding measure will support the safety strategy o
31. ooler 2 Select the Object Lists PAL_StkCooler_1 See Figure 17 on page 47 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers 4 PAL Firmware and PAL Firmware Object Installation for Temperature Programmable Stacks or Tray Coolers 3 Send the selected PAL Firmware Object s to PAL C Program Files PAL Object ect Lists Rev J Tray Coolers Choose Object List Folder Multi Position Valve Drives Firmware 2 a Output Expansion Box Firmware 2 4 0 Solvent Reservoirs SPME Fiber Conditioning Stations Object Lists MC 50 01 PAL LigCooler_1 PAL LiqCooler_2 PAL LiqCooler_3 PAL LiqCooler2_1 SPME Upgrade PAL LigCooler2_2 Stack Coolers PAL LigCooler2_3 Stacks PAL TrayCooler_2 Syringes PAL TrayCooler_3 Tray Coolers PAL TrayCooler2_1 Tray Holders PAL TrayCooler2_2 Tray Types PAL TrayCooler2_3 Valve Drives Wash Stations Me i Send selected Object Lists to Pal Figure 17 PAL Object Manager PAL Tray Cooler Object List Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 47 4 Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers Stack Tray Cooler Object Positioning For the Object Stack Tray Cooler the X Y Z axes must be properly positioned in the PAL System Follow the instructions described in the PAL System User Manual Hazardous and flammable solvents and vapor phases Vapor Phase from organic solvents can be hazardous and flam
32. ormed or adhered to could result in personal injury or death Do not proceed beyond a WARNING notice until the indi cated conditions are fully under stood and met For Research Use Only Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Contents Contents 1 Safety Information 5 Safety Information 6 2 Howto Use this Manual 13 How to Use this Manual 14 3 Specifications 17 Stack Cooler DW General System Overview 18 Stack Cooler MT General System Overview 21 Stack Cooler 2DW General System Overview 24 Tray Cooler General System Overview 28 Electrical Specifications 31 Hardware and Software Requirements 32 4 Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers 35 Unpacking the Components 36 Installing the Stack Tray Cooler 37 Electrical Connections 40 PAL Firmware and PAL Firmware Object Installation for Temperature Programmable Stacks or Tray Coolers 41 Stack Tray Cooler Object Positioning 48 5 Operation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers 51 Temperature Setting Control and Alarm 52 Temperature Stability 55 Condensation Build Up 56 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 3 Contents 6 Maintenance 59 Maintenance 60 Error Messages 63 Error Messages 64 8 Appendices 69 Definition of Terms 70 Naming Convention 73 Spare Parts for Stack Cooler 74 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 1 Safety Information Safet
33. ort Leg in Combination with Table positioned PAL System on page 26 The Stack Cooler 2DW can be installed in combination with Agilent GC Injection System and is the preferred choice over a Tray Cooler for many applications The models Stack DW and Stack MT cannot be used in combination with a gas chromatographic system The dimension height and the weight of the devices are the limiting factors However a custom solution could make a Stack Cooler necessary on the PAL System If this solution has to be provided is it necessary to use a system with 120 cm X axis to provide enough room to freely suspend the Stack module away from the GC frame But it is mandatory to support the Stack module e g from the table to the bottom of the Stack If a Tray Cooler is installed it is necessary to provide enough room between the Peltier device fan and the table surface or the GC device See also Installing the Stack Tray Cooler on page 37 Removing hot air from the Peltier element is crucial for all Stack Tray cooler models See Operating and Environmental Requirements tables above in the respective sections 32 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Specifications 3 Software Requirements Software Requirements The Stack Tray Cooler modules are operated and temperature controlled by their own power supply independent of the LC GC Injection System For firmware control the same concept is used as with all other TrayHolders
34. r 2 mL vials TrayType VT54 need to be handled this change would be positive in regard to condensation build up and it would double the capacity of the Trays Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 57 5 Operation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers Condensation Build Up 58 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Maintenance Maintenance 60 ee Agilent Technologies 59 6 Maintenance Maintenance 60 Performing maintenance regularly will help ensure the accuracy and precision of the LC GC Injection System Suggested intervals for maintenance procedures to ensure uninterrupted operation are given below If you use the system extensively for example nights and weekends or if you use aggressive solvents you may need to perform maintenance procedures more frequently Table 11 Stack Tray Cooler Maintenance Maintenance Step Interval Clean the outside of the instrument Weekly or as needed Use only a soft lint free cloth dampened with mild soap and water Clean and dry the inside of the instrument if Daily or as needed necessary including compartments rolls and rails Use only a soft lint free cloth Clean and grease the rolls and the rails only Once a year without acidic vapor exposure stack coolers e If acids are used for the sample solution and the Stack Cooler DW is exposed to the vapor the cleaning should be done more freq
35. regular intervals Open the drawers 1 to 5 cm for air circulation The compartment drying frequency depends greatly on surrounding conditions Condensation Build up in Tray Coolers Condensation build up is directly related to the temperature and relative humidity temperature in ambient air dew point Long term tests showed little build up of condensation in an environment of relative humidity up to 60 and 22 2 C ambient temperature A built in drain line as installed in a Stack Coolers is not provided in a Tray Cooler It is good practice to install the Plexiglas lid whenever possible to avoid condensation build up For certain applications it is not possible to have a lid installed for example if a vial has to be transported to an Agitator or a Barcode Reader In certain situations the height of the vial is the limiting factor for installing a lid Operating a Tray Cooler under such disadvantageous conditions requires some on site improvisation A simple foil or lid with cut outs for the vials will limit condensation build up dramatically Agilent Technologies recommends checking regularly for condensation build up It is good practice to clean the inside of the Tray Cooler when changing the analytical samples It is advisable to dry out the Tray Cooler at ambient temperature in regular intervals For certain applications a change from a Tray Cooler to Stack 2DW Cooler may be indicated As long as deep well microtitier plates o
36. s independent of the physical space available to attach a Stack or Tray Cooler to the X axis See Hardware and Software Requirements on page 32 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 41 4 Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers PAL Firmware and PAL Firmware Object Installation for Temperature Programmable Stacks or Tray Coolers PAL Firmware Object Installation for Stacks Tray Coolers If the revision level of the computer installed PAL Object Manager List is lower than K copy the provided Stack Coolers or Tray Coolers folder from the CD ROM to the Object Lists folder which has been installed by the Object Manager This software is usually installed in the following path C Program Files PAL Object Manager Object Lists Object List for Stack Coolers 1 Start Object Manager The Stack Coolers folder should be visible in the folder list as shown in the Choose Object List Folder window on the left side of the Object Manager program window zt PAL Object Manage File Help C Program Files PAL Object ct Lists Rev J Stack Coolers 42 Choose Object List Folder Multi Position Valve Drives Firmware 2 Output Expansion Box Firmware 2 4 0 Solvent Reservoirs SPME Fiber Conditioning Stations SPME Upgrade Stack Coolers Stacks Syringes Tray Coolers Tray Holders Tray Types Valve Drives Wash Stations m Object Lists PAL StkCoo
37. tage Disposal Do not dispose in municipal waste Follow local waste regulations to reduce electrical and electronic waste WEEE bt gt O Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 11 1 Safety Information Safety Information 12 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual N How to Use this Manual How to Use this Manual 14 a Agilent Technologies 13 2 Howto Use this Manual How to Use this Manual How to Use this Manual All models are grouped in the family of Temperature Controllable Stacks Tray Coolers All models are standalone units with built in controller for power and temperature independent of the PAL System The same type of power supply is used in all models settings for Stacks and Tray Cooler do differ This Addendum describes all types Figure 1 Stack Cooler DW Figure 2 Stack Cooler MT Figure 4 Tray Cooler Figure 3 Stack Cooler 2DW 14 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual How to Use this Manual The major sections of this User Manual are Safety Information Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers Operation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers Maintenance Error Messages Appendices The Appendices provide information on Stack and Tray Cooler options and spare parts This Addendum is intended for frequent or new PAL System users who are experienced at using automated syste
38. tandard Trays 78 x 1 mL 98x 2 mL V 135 350 155 3 90 Special Mounting Kit for LC Injectors 135 350 155 3 90 Standard Trays 32 x 10 20 mL 135 350 175 4 30 Power Supply Power Supply with built in Control Unit 135 235 75 1 15 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 29 3 30 Specifications Operating and Environmental Requirements Table 9 Tray Cooler Operating and Environmental Requirements Parameter Requirements Operating Temperature Range 4 to 70 C Maximum Relative Humidity 75 non condensing Bench Space At least 5 cm 2 in at the rear space for air circulation Access to power switch es and power cord s Clean level and smooth surface Solid bench plate Vibration Negligible Static electricity Negligible Altitude Limitations None Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Specifications 3 Electrical Specifications Table 10 Electrical Specifications Parameter Requirement Protection Class Class Over Voltage Category Category Il Pollution Degree 2 Moisture Protection Normal IPX0 Stack Tray Cooler Peltier element Input voltage 24 VDC Input current 27A Power Supply for Stack Tray Cooler Input line voltage Grounded AC 100 to 240 V Input line frequency 50 60 Hz Input power 2A Output voltage 24 VDC Output current 45A Output fuse T3 15 A 250 V 1 Protection class describes the insulating scheme used in the instrument to protect the user from elec
39. the Y axis runs parallel to the open drawer If this is not the case the bracket alignment is probably out of square The Y axis tolerance for the teaching point is limited at 129 4 mm When defining the position of the Stack Cooler it is important to stay within this tolerance with the reference point at the top drawer Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 49 4 Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers Stack Tray Cooler Object Positioning 50 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 5 Operation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers Temperature Setting Control and Alarm 52 Temperature Setting 52 Temperature Control 53 Temperature Alarm 54 Temperature Stability 55 Changing Restore Mode Keep Drawer OPEN or CLOSED during Run 55 Condensation Build Up 56 ee Agilent Technologies 51 5 Operation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers Temperature Setting Control and Alarm Temperature Setting Turning the power ON Dat the power supply module puts the control unit into self check mode The set value for temperature will display after a few seconds The Cooler temperature has been preset by the factory at 10 C To change the value make following steps 1 Press P briefly less than 2 seconds until SP1 is displayed 2 Use the increment decrement keys to select the desired value 3 Press P again Pressing t
40. this manual without the assistance of a Agilent Technologies representative There are no operator serviceable or replaceable parts inside the power supply ies or in the MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers If a power supply is not functioning contact a Agilent Technologies representative A The power supply for the MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers Instrument has the symbols 1 0 on the label for the power switch to switch ON OFF Any additional power supply for other devices like Cooled Stack or a Valve Module shows the symbols as shown below on the label for the power switch O The symbols shall warn the user that in a emergency case more than one power supply has to be turned OFF or more than one power cord has to be pulled from power supply or from the wall outlet to shut down the complete MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers If the basic MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers is installed than a single power supply is installed only Turning OFF the power supply or pulling this single power cord in an emergency case will stop the complete MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Safety Information 1 It is important that the power supply ies are in a location where the power ON and OFF switch is accessible and easy to operate and where it is possible to unplug the AC power cord from the power supply wall outlet in case of emergency Other Hazards X To avoid injury during MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers operation
41. tier element would labor within a short time in such a situation A possible solution is demonstrated by the X axis extension kit The extension allows positioning the Tray Cooler away from the heated zone In this way even Tray Cooler2 with longer legs can be installed for 20 mL vials Be aware that the position of the GC injectors requires an extension kit for the right or left side To install the Tray Cooler in combination with a LC GC Injection System proceed as described below 1 Loosen the two Torx screws on the mounting clamps located on the left and right hand sides of the Tray Cooler 2 Attach the Tray Cooler to the X Crossrail assembly with the mounting clamp teeth fit into the grooves on the bottom of the X Crossrail 3 Be sure that the clamps fit completely into the grooves Tighten the two Torx screws alternately until the two mounting clamps are firmly in place 4 Double check whether the Tray Cooler clamps are correctly attached to the X Crossrail see the corresponding figure in the User Manual 38 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Installation of Temperature Controllable Stacks and Tray Coolers 4 Installing the Stack Tray Cooler PAL TrayCooter for imi 2mi Vials Right End of X axis PAL TrayCooler2 for 10m 20m PAL XENR X axis extension right List price in CHF 370 or for left side PAL XExtL X axis extension left List price in CHF 370 PAL LiqCooter2 for 10m 20mi viats PAL MR
42. tion 41 G general system overview stack cooler DW 18 guidelines CTC Analytics 55 hardware 32 installation power supply 40 stack 37 tray cooler 38 tray 37 installing power supply 40 M maintenance cooler 60 naming convention 73 0 object list stack coolers 42 tray coolers 46 object installation 41 42 object positioning 48 operating 23 26 30 P power supply 40 requirements 32 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual S safety information 6 spare parts stack cooler 74 specifications Stack Cooler 2DW 25 Stack Cooler DW 19 Stack Cooler MT 22 Tray Cooler 29 stack cooler object positioning 48 system overview Stack Cooler MT 21 Tray Cooler 28 T temperature setting 52 temperature setting 52 temperature alarm 52 54 control 52 stbility 55 terms definition 70 tray cooler object positioning 48 75 www agilent com In this book The manual contains technical reference information about the MT DW Stack and Tray Coolers for Agilent LC GC Injectors The manual describes the following e safety information e specifications e installation e operation e maintenance Agilent Technologies 2009 Printed in Germany 12 2009 G4270 90300 EE Agilent Technologies
43. trical shock Class I identifies a single level of insulation between live parts wires and exposed conductive parts metal panels in which the exposed conductive parts are connected to a grounding system In turn this grounding sys tem is connected to the third pin ground pin on the electrical power plug Over Voltage category II pertains to instruments that receive their electrical power from a local level such as an electrical wall outlet This is a measure of pollution on electrical circuits that may produce a reduction of the dielectric strength or surface resistivity Degree 2 refers to normally only non conductive pollution Occasionally however a temporary conductivity caused by condensation must be expected Normal IPXO IPXO means that there is NO Ingress Protection against any type of dripping or sprayed water The X is a place holder to identify protection against dust if applicable Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 31 3 Specifications Hardware and Software Requirements Hardware Requirements The Stack and Tray Cooler models can be used in combination with the 1290 Infinity LC Injector HTS 80 cm X axis and 1290 Infinity LC Injector HTC 50 cm X axis If the Stack Cooler 2DW is used in combination with an LC Injector HTC HTS System it is necessary to use the provided supporting leg for the stack This support stabilizes the entire system and prevents tip over during movements See Installing Supp
44. uently Interval as required A positive stream of inert gas like Nitrogen or Helium can prevent corrosion See Condensation Build up in Tray Coolers on page 57 Recommended Grease Grease PAL Lub Kit approx 8 g grease and brush Grease Temperature Range 130 to 150 200 C Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Maintenance 6 There are no operator serviceable or replaceable parts inside the power supply ies or the LC GC Injection System In case of failure contact a representative of Agilent Technologies In Power Supply MN 03 00 revision level F a fan is installed in the housing to cool the electronic components Cooling with the fan will prolong the life of the electronic components The Power Supply can still be operated even if the fan fails The temperature will not reach a critical safety level without cooling Safety tests have been successfully passed without fan cooling Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 61 6 Maintenance Maintenance 62 Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual 6 J 8 Error Messages Error Messages 64 65 UUUU 66 0000 66 LbA 67 ErEP 67 ee Agilent Technologies 63 7 Error Messages Error Messages 64 The temperature control unit for the Cooler Peltier element can display feedback messages in the form of Error Messages Other messages such as ErAT and noAT are suppressed and are not of us
45. ueue A Job Queue is a list of sample processing Jobs Jobs are executed in the order displayed on the JOB QUEUE menu screens New Jobs may be added to the queue while samples are being processed Job A Job contains the information needed by the MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers to process multiple samples by the same processing steps The elements of a Job are a Method and a Tray that define the location of the samples to be processed For identification Jobs are automatically numbered from 01 to 99 and then restarting with 01 when they are added to the Job Queue Cycle A Cycle consists of the specific operations necessary to process one sample The Cycle operations are repeated for each sample within a Job Cycles are designed for specific applications Method A Method defines how the samples are processed The elements of a Method are a Cycle a Syringe and a Parameter List Methods have names with up to eight characters and can be edited copied and deleted Method Parameters Method Parameters are associated with the Cycle operations User assigned Parameter values define how a processing operation is performed A zero Parameter value will disable a Cycle operation Cycle Parameters are application specific Tray Holder A Tray Holder can hold one or more trays Each Tray Holder has a reference position X Y Z coordinates that defines its location Tray Stack and Cooler Upgrade User Manual Appendices 8 Tray A Tra
46. y Information 6 a Agilent Technologies 1 Safety Information Safety Information General Considerations Electrical Hazards A The MT DW Stack and Tray Coolers for Agilent LC GC Injectors User Manual and the corresponding Addendum for a specific module must be consulted by the user under all circumstances before a unit is put in use Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment The user shall be made aware that if the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired When using the MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers follow the generally accepted procedures for quality control and methods development When you use the MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers in the field of chromatographic analysis and you observe a change in the retention of a particular compound in the resolution between two compounds or in peak shape immediately determine the reason for the changes Until you determine the cause of a change do not rely on the separation results Every analytical instrument has specific hazards so be sure to read and comply with the following precautions They will help ensure the safe long term use of your MT DW Tray and Stack Coolers The Installation Category Over voltage Category for this instrument is Level II The Level II Category pertains t
47. y holds multiple samples Trays are defined by designating the Tray Type see below and the Tray Holder Tray names are used to identify the sample source within a Job Tray Type A Tray Type defines the pattern and sampling sequence of sample locations within a Tray Stack A Stack is a particular type of Tray Holder that is designed to hold micro plates A six drawer Stack holds 12 standard microplates two in each drawer A three drawer Stack holds six deep well micro plates two in each drawer Object Manager Software to load an Object List to an instrument if a Module hardware module has been added to the System In a special mode Object Manager can also be used to create and maintain Object Lists Object List If a Module hardware is added to an instrument several Objects have to be loaded into the firmware These Objects are collected in an Object List and stored in a file with the extension pol Object Lists are delivered together with Object Manager Software and are grouped into folders for the different kind of Modules e g Syringes Tray Holders Valve Drives The name of an Object List starts with the Module part number with variants added e g first or second Stack The name of the root folder includes the revision which is dependent on the firmware version e g Object Lists Rev K for firmware 2 X and 3 X Object Class Each Object belongs to an Object Class e g Syringes Trays Injectors The Object Cl
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