Configuracion Autosamplers

ALS Geochemistry
Procedure Title: Niagara CM Installation Guidelines for Agilent 5000-

Series
Procedure Code:
Related Codes:
Applicability: Global guidelines for geochem analysis (not directly

applicable to Fire Assay)
Rev# Description of Amendment Reviewed/Approved By Issued By

and Date
01.00 First Issue C. Dickau, S. Profke, C. I. Al Khatib
Snowden
12-Mar-2018
02.00 Corrected error in SPS4 “Valve to home trigger” in §13. C. Dickau Paul Kearney
21-Jan-2019
656765689.docx Revision 02.00

Date of Issue: 21-Jan-2019
Issuing Authority: Paul Kearney
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Niagara CM Installation Guidelines for Agilent 5000-Series
This document details the installation of the Niagara CM hardware with software ver. 3.8.0.0. in
Windows 7. Other software versions and operating systems may be compatible but are not supported
through this document.
Contents
§ Title Page
1. DuraMist Neb Setup 3
2. Niagara CM Hardware Installation 4
3. AIM3600 Hardware Setup 10
4. Cetac Hardware Setup 14
5. SPS4 Hardware Setup 19
6. Control Module Installation and Connections for CETAC and AIM3600 23
7. Software Installation, Startup, and Configuration for AIM3600 and Cetac 26
8. Control Module Installation and Connections for SPS4 33
9. Software Installation, Startup, and Configuration for SPS4 34
10. Common Niagara Configuration Settings 47
11. AIM3600 Autosampler Configuration 48
12. Cetac Autosampler Configuration 53
13. SPS4 Autosampler Configuration 58
14. Method Template Configuration 62

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1. DuraMist Neb Setup

1.1. The DuraMist Neb is designed to be used with a 3mm neb spacer (P/N 21-809-3622) to prevent large
droplets from forming on the underside of the tip of the neb.
1.2. Ensure the neb is pushed all the way forward against the neb spacer and that the helix screw is tightened
just enough to keep the neb secure. Overtightening the helix screw can deform the helix seal and
damage the spray chamber.
1.3. The DuraMist Neb connector is constructed from UniFit tubing with 0.25mm ID, cut to precisely 5cm as
shown in the image below. The 5cm length and 0.25mm ID of the neb connector are critical for
achieving optimal mixing and maintaining timing. Push the tee piece all the way in and secure it in
place by tightening the UniFit connector piece into place.

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2. Niagara CM Hardware Installation

2.1. Unpack the Niagara Valve and Uptake Pump from the kit.
2.2. Mount the Niagara Actuator onto the Uptake Pump. Align the feet on the Actuator, with the screws on top
of the Uptake Pump, and firmly press down.
2.3. Position the Uptake Pump and Valve next to the left of the spray chamber. If your Niagara kit did not
include a suitable stand to lift the valve to correct position, a test tube rack can be modified to suit this
purpose. Ensure that the Torch Loader handle can be opened without hitting the valve.

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2.4. Connect the tubing to the Valve and Uptake pump.
2.4.1. From the Niagara CM Pump Tubing Kit, connect the 100mm tube to the Red Port on the Valve.
Remove the Red Protection Cap from the Inlet of the Uptake Pump and connect the tube.
2.4.2. From the Niagara CM Valve Tubing Kit, connect the Blue tubing to the Blue Port on the Valve.
2.4.3. Prepare a 70 cm long sample loop from 1 mm (0.04”) ID PTFE tubing. Secure both ends with the
standard super flangeless nuts (IDEX P-232) and ferrules (IDEX P-259x). Screw the ends of the
loop into the opposing black ports on the Valve.

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NOTE: Some labs prefer to use the bubble injector option, in which case the loop will be 50 cm
long. All other settings remain the same.
2.4.4. From the Niagara CM Valve Tubing Kit, place the Tee Piece into the front of the Valve.
2.5. Connect the Rinse/Carrier (Blue) Tube to the black-black peristaltic pump tubing and the Internal Standard
UniFit tubing to the orange-yellow tubing. The Nebulizer Fitting can also be connected to the
Nebulizer.
2.6. Connect the outlet of the Uptake Pump CM Unit using the tubing supplied in the Niagara CM Pump
Tubing Kit or ~1/4” ID tubing of your preference. Place the other end into a suitable waste vessel.

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 For AIM3600 Setup proceed to Section 3. on page 10
 For Cetac Setup proceed to Section 4. on page 14
 For SPS4 Setup proceed to Section 5. on page 19

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3. AIM3600 Hardware Setup

3.1. Assemble the autosampler and enclosure according to the instructions provided in sections 2.1-2.2.2 of the
“AIM3600 Turbo User Manual for Varian Vista ICP-OES” and “Autosampler Cover User Manual”.
NOTE: If the autosampler cover is to be used it must be mated with adequate extraction to prevent
excessive corrosion. Recommended air speed is 2-3 m/s as measured at the face of the opening in the back
panel.
3.2. Install the carbon fibre probe and mounting block using the provided kit.
3.3. Cut the probe line to length and secure both ends with the standard Super Flangeless nut and ferrules. The
probe line can be between 90-100 cm depending on the position of your autosampler.
Table 1: AIM3600 Critical part dimensions
Part Length (cm) Internal Diameter

Probe Line 90-100 0.04 inch (1 mm)
Carbon Fibre Probe 19.1 1.2 mm
3.4. During operation the AIM3600 should be located such that the probe tubing exiting out the back of the
autosampler enclosure has a straight path to the connection on the valve head.

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3.5. Some kind of tubing management must be used to prevent the probe tubing from tangling around the probe
arm. A free-sliding weight between the enclosure and valve is an effective way to do this. The
grommet as pictured helps prevent the nut from sliding up the probe line and sitting on the
instrument’s drip tray during operation and to prevent the weight from falling off when the probe line
is disconnected.

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3.6. The probe tubing should be threaded around the probe arm and passed through the loose zip tie attached to
the bottom of the arm.

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3.7. The autosampler rinse system can be configured to suit individual labs, the only requirement is that the
flow rate exceeds the draw of the uptake pump in the rinse phase so the tower overflows and never
runs low.
An example using blue-blue tubing for both supply and waste is shown below. With blue-blue tubing
the pump speed can be set to between ¾ and full speed to maintain adequate flow. Some labs allow the
waste to drain by gravity: just be sure that the distance between the rinse tower and waste container is
as short as possible and that the waste tubing never dips below the water line in the waste container.
3.8. Turn DIP4 to the on position. This will stop the wash pump during probe movement and conserve wash
solution.

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3.9. Connect the autosampler power cable.
3.10. Connect the autosampler serial cable to the HOST port.
3.11. Power on the autosampler. Make sure there are no obstructions inside the enclosure as the probe arm
will travel to all 4 corners at this point to perform its initialization sequence.
 For Control Module installation instructions jump to Section 6.: Control Module Installation and
Connections for CETAC and AIM3600 on page 23
4. Cetac Hardware Setup

4.1. The Cetac should be mounted on a suitable cart or bench and located as close as possible to the valve. An
environmental enclosure is highly recommended and there are various options available. The custom
enclosure shown in the photos below can be purchased through Vancouver.
NOTE: If the autosampler enclosure is to be used it must be mated with adequate extraction to prevent
excessive corrosion. Recommended air speed is 2-3 m/s as measured at the face of the opening in the back
panel.

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4.2. Install the probe using the PEEK lock nut. The probe should be positioned so the tip is flush with the guide
plate as shown. This will help prevent drops from falling during probe travel and reduce carryover.
4.2.1. If using the ASX-560 and a guide plate was not included it can be purchased from Cetac, part
number SP7458.

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4.4. Pass the probe line through the enclosure and connect it to the valve.

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Table 2: Cetac critical part dimensions

Teflon jacketed probe ~25 1 mm
NOTE: There are a number of probes available for the Cetac that meet these conditions. The most
economical option is the version built in-house at the Vancouver lab. Inquire for more details.
4.5. Insert the wash station and connect tubing. The lower barbed fitting is for the supply tubing and the higher,
larger barbed fitting is for the drain. Tubing and connections may vary by location depending on
vessels used.
4.5.1. Recommended wash pump tubing for the ASX-520 is Masterflex PharMed BPT L/S-14 (06508-
14) but other tubing of 1.6-2.0 mm ID may be used. Matching 1/8” x 3/32” barbed reducing
connectors (Cole Parmer 30622-21) make for clean, secure connections.
4.5.2. For the ASX-560 use Cetac part number SP7476 (2 mm “black” cartridge) which includes all the
necessary pump tubing and barbed fittings.
4.5.3. For gravity draining the wash station (recommended), use ¼” ID tubing and locate the waste
container directly below the wash station to prevent overflows.
4.5.4. Supply tubing may vary a bit more depending on application. The configuration used in
Vancouver is shown below as an example.

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Connections for CETAC and AIM3600 on page 23

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5. SPS4 Hardware Setup

5.1. Assemble the autosampler and enclosure according to the instructions provided in the packaging.
NOTE: Recommended air speed for the extraction is 2-3 m/s as measured at the face of the opening in the
back panel.
5.2. Place the SPS4 on an appropriate cart or on the bench.
NOTE: Bench mounting the autosampler is not recommended as the probe tubing exits out the centre
at the back of the autosampler making it difficult to locate the sampler close enough to the valve for
the length of tubing required and still have easy access to the opening at the front.
5.3. Install the carbon fibre probe and mounting block using the provided kit.

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Table 3: SPS4 Critical part dimensions

Carbon Fibre or PTFE Jacketed
19.1 1.0-1.2 mm
Carbon Fibre Probe
NOTE: The SPS4 is supplied with a PTFE jacketed probe but depending on the selection at the time of
ordering it may not be the correct diameter so check that it’s 1.0mm. If not, the most economical
replacement option is to purchase the bare carbon fibre probe kit from AIMLab (P/N P-U-A233).
5.5. During operation the SPS4 should be located such that the probe tubing exiting out the back of the
autosampler enclosure has a straight path to the connection on the valve head.

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5.6. The probe tubing should be threaded around the probe arm and passed through the loose zip tie attached to
the bottom of the arm.
5.7. The autosampler rinse system can be configured to suit individual labs, the only requirement is that the
flow rate exceeds the draw of the uptake pump in the rinse phase so the tower overflows and never
runs low.
An example using blue-blue tubing for both supply and waste is shown below. With blue-blue tubing
the pump speed can be set to between ¾ and full speed to maintain adequate flow. Some labs allow the
waste to drain by gravity: just be sure that the distance between the rinse tower and waste container is
as short as possible and that the waste tubing never dips below the water line in the waste container.

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5.8. Connect the autosampler power cable.
5.9. Connect the autosampler USB cable to the PC.
5.10. Power on the autosampler. Make sure there are no obstructions inside the enclosure as the probe arm
will travel to all 4 corners at this point to perform its initialization sequence. Ensure that the length of
probe tubing inside the enclosure is minimized so it doesn’t tangle around the probe arm. Gently pull
the tubing out the back a bit through the grommet until there is just enough slack to reach all 4 corners
of the mat.
Connections for SPS4 on page 33

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6. Control Module Installation and Connections for CETAC and AIM3600

*NOTE that the Cetac autosampler is shown in the images throughout but connections are essentially the same
with the AIM3600
6.1. Unpack the Control Module Kit from the packing box.
NOTE: There are two versions of the Control Module: a 10-port version as seen in the images below, and a
simplified 3-port version. Both are interchangeable and compatible with the setup used by Geochemistry
ICPAES.
6.2. Connect the serial cable supplied with the AIM3600 to the HOST port on rear of the AIM3600 and connect
the other end to the ‘Autosampler Serial Port’ on the Control Module. Tighten all screwlocks on the
Serial Cables.
6.3. Connect the Serial Extension Cable to the rear Serial Port of the Instrument PC and the other end to the
‘From Instrument PC Serial Port’ on the Control Module. Tighten all screwlocks on the Serial Cable.

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6.4. Insert the Mini Connector on the USB Cable supplied, to the ‘Control Port’ on the Control Module.
6.5. Connect the Cable marked ‘Niagara’ to the Niagara Port on the top of the Control Module and screw in the
fitting, in a clockwise direction, to secure the Cable.
6.6. Connect the Cable marked ‘Uptake Pump’ to the Uptake Pump Port on the top of the Control Module and
screw in the fitting, in a clockwise direction, to secure the Cable.

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6.7. Connect the 24V DC Power Supply to the Control Module.
NOTE: Do not turn power on to the Control Module without either the Internal Standard Tee Piece inserted or
Tubing Fittings connected to the 6/7 Way Valve on the Niagara Unit. With no connections, the Teflon Sleeve
may rotate inside the Valve Body making it difficult to install Fittings.
6.8. Connect the Power Supply cord to the Power Supply and plug into an electrical outlet. Turn the power on.
NOTE: Do not connect the USB Cable to the PC at this time.

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 Proceed to Section 7.: Software Installation, Startup, and Configuration for AIM3600 and Cetac
7. Software Installation, Startup, and Configuration for AIM3600 and Cetac

7.1. Unpack the Software & Installation Memory Stick from its plastic bag and insert into a USB Port on the
Instrument PC. Alternatively, if you have the software stored on your local network, navigate to that
location and copy the Niagara CM software folder to the local PC’s desktop.
7.2. The Control Module Software will be installed by double clicking on the “Install Control Module.exe” file
located on the Memory Stick, labelled EPP_V3.

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7.3. The Control Module Software requires the PC to have .NET Ver2.0 or higher installed for the software to
operate correctly. If you are unsure if the PC has .NET Ver2.0 or higher, you can proceed with
installation, however the following message will appear. Click “OK”. A file for installation of .NET
Ver2.0 can be located in the USB Memory Stick under the DOTNET directory. The file is called
dotnetfx.exe. Double click on this file and follow the prompts. Once .Net has been installed the
software may be installed by double clicking on the “Install Control Module.exe” file located in the
EPP_V3 directory of the Memory Stick.
7.4. Before the installation proceeds, one or both of the following pop up messages may occur. Should this
occur please click on the ‘Yes’ or ‘Run’ button.

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7.5. The Control Module Setup Wizard will appear. To start Installation click on ‘Next’.
7.6. Select the destination folder for the software to be installed under, and click ‘Next’. The default directory is
C:\Control Module\
7.7. Configure where a shortcut is to be placed. The default is to all three places. Click on ‘Next’.
7.8. The Installer is now ready to install the software. Click on ‘Install’.
7.9. The Installer will install the USB Drivers for the Control Module. Click on ‘Extract’ when the FTDI CDM
Drivers window appears.
7.10. Continue to click ‘Next’ or ‘Finish’ for the next few prompts until installation is fully complete.
7.11. The Control Module Software is started by double clicking on the Control Module icon located on the
PC Desktop. Do not start the Software at this point in the Installation Process.

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7.12. Plug the USB Cable from the Control Module into the Instrument PC. As the Drivers have been
installed, the Instrument PC should recognise the USB connection automatically.
7.13. Start the Control Module Software by double clicking on the Control Module Icon on the PC Desktop.
The first time the software is started, it may take a few minutes for the software to appear as it will be
configuring for the operating system of the PC.
7.14. As this is the first time the Software is started the following message will appear. Click on ‘OK’.
7.15. The following screen will appear. Before selecting the ‘COM port for Control Module’, click on
‘Device Manager’.

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7.16. Under the ‘Ports (COM & LPT)’ a list of the available Ports can be seen. When the USB Cable is
connected, the Drivers will list the COM Port as a USB Serial Port. From the list below the required
Port will be ‘USB Serial Port (COM 9)’. Note the number listed on your Instrument PC.

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7.17. In the screen below, click on the drop down box and select ‘COM9’. Then click on ‘OK’.

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7.18. When prompted if you want to Save the current settings click ‘Yes’.
7.19. You will see a message that ‘The Serial Port settings have changed.’ Click ‘OK’.
7.20. The Control Module Software will now poll the Control Module for what devices are attached to it. It
will also upload the Method contained in the Control Module.
 Proceed to Section 10.: Common Niagara Configuration Settings on page 47

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8. Control Module Installation and Connections for SPS4

*NOTE that the Cetac autosampler is shown in the images throughout but connections are essentially the same
with the SPS4
*The SPS4 requires a separate kit consisting of a Null Modem serial cable and USB stick containing the
Portlink software. These items will be provided in the Niagara CM kit when purchasing for the 5110+Niagara
CM configuration or can be purchased as an upgrade kit (GE P/N 70-803-1298) if transitioning from a
different autosampler.
8.1. Unpack the Control Module Kit from the packing box.
NOTE: There are two versions of the Control Module: a 10-port version as seen in the images below, and a
simplified 3-port version. Both are interchangeable and compatible with the setup used by Geochemistry
ICPAES.
8.2. Insert the Mini Connector on the USB Cable supplied, to the ‘Control Port’ on the Control Module.
8.3. Connect the Cable marked ‘Niagara’ to the Niagara Port on the top of the Control Module and screw in the
fitting, in a clockwise direction, to secure the Cable.
8.4. Connect the Cable marked ‘Uptake Pump’ to the Uptake Pump Port on the top of the Control Module and
screw in the fitting, in a clockwise direction, to secure the Cable.
8.5. Connect the 24V DC Power Supply to the Control Module.
NOTE: Do not turn power on to the Control Module without either the Internal Standard Tee Piece inserted or
Tubing Fittings connected to the 6/7 Way Valve on the Niagara Unit. With no connections, the Teflon Sleeve
may rotate inside the Valve Body making it difficult to install Fittings.
8.6. Connect the Power Supply cord to the Power Supply and plug into an electrical outlet. Turn the power on.
NOTE: Do not connect the USB Cable to the PC at this time.

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 Proceed to Section 9.: Software Installation, Startup, and Configuration for SPS4
9. Software Installation, Startup, and Configuration for SPS4

9.1. Unpack the Software & Installation Memory Stick from its plastic bag and insert into a USB Port on the
Instrument PC. Alternatively, if you have the software stored on your local network, navigate to that
location and copy the Niagara CM software folder to the local PC’s desktop.
9.2. The Control Module Software will be installed by double clicking on the “Install Control Module.exe” file
located on the Memory Stick, labelled EPP_V3.

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9.3. The Control Module Software requires the PC to have .NET Ver2.0 or higher installed for the software to
operate correctly. If you are unsure if the PC has .NET Ver2.0 or higher, you can proceed with
installation, however the following message will appear. Click “OK”. A file for installation of .NET
Ver2.0 can be located in the USB Memory Stick under the DOTNET directory. The file is called
dotnetfx.exe. Double click on this file and follow the prompts. Once .Net has been installed the
software may be installed by double clicking on the “Install Control Module.exe” file located in the
EPP_V3 directory of the Memory Stick.

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9.5. The Control Module Setup Wizard will appear. To start Installation click on ‘Next’.
9.6. Select the destination folder for the software to be installed under, and click ‘Next’. The default directory is
C:\Control Module\
9.7. Configure where a shortcut is to be placed. The default is to all three places. Click on ‘Next’.
9.9. The Installer will install the USB Drivers for the Control Module. Click on ‘Extract’ when the FTDI CDM
Drivers window appears.
9.10. Continue to click ‘Next’ or ‘Finish’ for the next few prompts until installation is fully complete.

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9.11. The Control Module Software is started by double clicking on the Control Module icon located on the
PC Desktop. Do not start the Software at this point in the Installation Process.
9.12. Plug the USB Cable from the Control Module into the Instrument PC. As the Drivers have been
installed, the Instrument PC should recognize the USB connection automatically.
9.13. Open the installation folder on the USB stick containing the PortLink software. Install the PortLink
software by double clicking on the “Install PortLink.exe”.
9.15. The PortLink Setup Wizard will appear. To start Installation click on ‘Next’.
9.16. Select the destination folder for the software to be installed under, and click ‘Next’. The default
directory is C:\PortLink\
9.18. Once the installation is complete, click on ‘Finish’.
9.19. The Port Link software will start automatically when the PC is turned on, the Port settings will also be
remembered and connect automatically once setup. However for the first time after installation the
Software must be started manually. In Windows Explorer go to C:\PortLink and double click on
PortLink.exe to start the software. The following screen will appear.

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NOTE: Should the Instrument PC be run under a different loging than the current login the PC should be logged
off and then logged in as the User that will be running the Instrument.
9.20. Before selecting the ‘Ports’, click on ‘Device Manager’.

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9.21. Under the ‘Ports (COM & LPT)’ a list of the available Ports can be seen. There will be a number of
Ports already installed. COM1 is the physical serial port on the PC. COM4 is the Control port for the
Control Module. And there will be another port not should below. This will be the USB Serial Port
called ‘SPS 4 USB Interface’ with a COM port number after it.

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9.22. Plug in the A-B USB cable into a free USB Port on the PC. Plug the other end into the ‘USB Port
From Instrument PC’ on the Control Module. In the Device Manager the USB Serial Port (Com5) has
appeared.
NOTE: The Com Port numbers may vary depending on what has been installed on your PC.

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9.23. Ensure the Null Modem cable is plugged into the Physical Serial Port on the PC and the other end is in
the ‘Autosampler Serial Port’ on the Control Module.
9.24. In the PortLink software from the Drop down box in the CM Autosampler Serial Port, select the
Physical Com Port, in this case Com1. Then click on Connect.

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9.25. In the Autosampler Port from the drop down box select the Com Port that is used by the ‘SPS 4 USB
Interface’. In this case Com6. Then click on Connect.

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9.26. In the Instrument Software from the File Menu select Options. In the General section under the
Autosampler there is a Connect to PC Port. Check this box. In the drop down box select the Com Port
that is used by the A-B USB cable plugged into the ‘USB Port From Instrument PC’ on the Control
Module. In this case COM6. Then click OK.
9.27. If upgrading using the SPS4 kit, copy the Autosampler files for the Agilent 5100 are included on this
USB memory stick. Copy these to the C:\Control Module\Autosampler directory.
9.28. Start the Control Module Software by double clicking on the Control Module Icon on the PC Desktop.
The first time the software is started, it may take a few minutes for the software to appear as it will be
configuring for the operating system of the PC.

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9.29. As this is the first time the Software is started the following message will appear. Click on ‘OK’.
9.30. The following screen will appear. Before selecting the ‘COM port for Control Module’, click on
‘Device Manager’.
9.31. Under the ‘Ports (COM & LPT)’ a list of the available Ports can be seen. When the USB Cable is
connected, the Drivers will list the COM Port as a USB Serial Port. From the list below the required
Port will be ‘USB Serial Port (COM 9)’. Note the number listed on your Instrument PC.

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9.32. In the screen below, click on the drop down box and select ‘COM9’. Then click on ‘OK’.

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9.33. When prompted if you want to Save the current settings click ‘Yes’.
9.34. You will see a message that ‘The Serial Port settings have changed.’ Click ‘OK’.
9.35. The Control Module Software will now poll the Control Module for what devices are attached to it. It
will also upload the Method contained in the Control Module.
 Proceed to Section 10.: Common Niagara Configuration Settings

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10.Common Niagara Configuration Settings

10.1. Once the Control Module Software is in ‘Standby Mode’, click on ‘Setup’.
10.2. In the ‘Method settings’ tab enter the timing parameters shown below then click ‘Save As’ and name
the file something appropriate like ‘ICP 70cm loop no BI’ (for ‘no Bubble Injection’).
10.3. Click on the ‘Standby settings’ tab. Set the ‘Hibernation delay’ to 10 minutes. The other settings are
user preference but recommended settings are below.

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 For AIM3600 Autosampler Configuration jump to Section 11. on page 48
 For Cetac Autosampler Configuration jump to Section 12. on page 53
 For SPS4 Autosampler Configuration jump to Section 13. on page 58
11.AIM3600 Autosampler Configuration

11.1. Before you begin, ensure DIP4 is in the on position then power the autosampler on to initialize.

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11.2. In the Control Module software click on Setup, then click the ‘Control Module’ tab and click the
‘Configure’ button.

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11.3. Click ‘New’ and a Save window will appear. Name your new autosampler configuration file
‘Agilent5100_OES_AIM3600’ then click ‘Save’.
11.4. Enter the sequence triggers exactly as shown in the image below. You may copy and paste the text
strings below into the appropriate fields to save time.
move_z(0.00)\r
move_z(1%1[^6]%1d.00)\r
OK\r
relay_write(a,1)\rmove_z(0.00)\rmove_sample(0,0)\rmove_z(160.00)\r
move_z(0.00)
error_read()\r
ERR(0)\r
relay_write(d,0)\r
OK\r

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11.5. Click ‘Save’, then ‘OK’.
11.6. Open the ICP Expert software then select File>Options.
11.7. In the ‘General’ page change the Autosampler model to ‘AIM3600 (Rinse Position 1)’ (or whatever
the desired rinse position is).
11.8. Next click the ‘Connect to PC port’ and select the physical COM port used to connect the serial cable
from the PC to the ‘From Instrument PC Serial Port’ on the Control Module. If there is more than one

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COM port available and you’re not sure which is the correct one simply select either one and confirm
in the next steps.
11.9. Click ‘OK’ and then open the ‘Autosampler control’ window. The autosampler ‘Status’ in the upper-
left corner should read ‘Idle’ or ‘online’.
11.9.1. If the autosampler does not appear online and there are multiple COM port options in the drop-
down menu then try each in turn until the autosampler status changes.

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11.10. Click ‘OK’ to close the window.
 Jump to Section 14.: Method Template Configuration on page 62
12.Cetac Autosampler Configuration


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12.2. Select the ‘AgilentOES_Cetac’ Autosampler settings from the drop down menu.

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12.3. If not present, click New and name the file the same ‘AgilentOES_Cetac’, then enter the sequence
triggers below exactly as shown in the image into the appropriate fields.
PARK\r

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DOWN=1%1[^5]%1d\r
OK:\r
PMP ON\rPARK\rDOWN=150\r
PARK\r
AUX\?\r
OK:\r
RES AUX=4\r
OK:\r
12.6. In the ‘General’ page change the Autosampler model to ‘ASX-520’ for the older steel Cetac models or
‘ASX-560’ for the newer plastic and carbon fibre models.
in the next steps.

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 Jump to Section 14.: Method Template Configuration on page 62
13.SPS4 Autosampler Configuration


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13.2. Select the ‘Agilent5100_OES_SPS4_SingleRinse’ Autosampler settings from the drop down menu.
Note: The .as method supplied by Glass Expansion included an error in earlier releases of the software.
Ensure that the “Valve to home trigger” string is exactly as shown below. Modify and save over the
original file as needed.

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13.3. If not present, click New and name the file the same ‘Agilent5100_OES_SPS4_SingleRinse’, then
enter the sequence triggers below exactly as shown in the image into the appropriate fields.
move_z(0.00)\r
move_z(1%1[^6]%1d.00)\r
OK\r
move_z(0.00)\rpump_start(0)\rmove_sample(0,0)\rmove_z(155.00)\r
move_z(0.00)\rpump_stop()\r
error_read()\r
ERR(0)\r
relay_write(d,0)\r
OK\r
relay_write(d,1)\r
OK\r
13.6. In the ‘General’ page change the Autosampler model to ‘Agilent SPS 4’.
in the next steps.

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 Proceed to Section 14.: Method Template Configuration on page 62
14.Method Template Configuration

14.1. Open up all of the method templates on the local PC. In the ‘Autosampler’ page of each, ensure that
the probe depth is set to anything other than 160 mm. A depth of 150 mm would be suitable for most
types of analyses.

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14.2. If necessary, assign your Standards/QC and Samples racks as desired.
14.3. Save changes to the templates and close.

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1. DuraMist Neb Setup

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2.4. Connect the tubing to the Valve and Uptake pump.

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 For AIM3600 Setup proceed to Section 3. on page 10

 For Cetac Setup proceed to Section 4. on page 14

 For SPS4 Setup proceed to Section 5. on page 19

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3. AIM3600 Hardware Setup

Table 1: AIM3600 Critical part dimensions

Part Length (cm) Internal Diameter

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3.9. Connect the autosampler power cable.

3.10. Connect the autosampler serial cable to the HOST port.

4. Cetac Hardware Setup

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Table 2: Cetac critical part dimensions

Part Length (cm) Internal Diameter

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5. SPS4 Hardware Setup

5.2. Place the SPS4 on an appropriate cart or on the bench.

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Table 3: SPS4 Critical part dimensions

Part Length (cm) Internal Diameter

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5.8. Connect the autosampler power cable.

5.9. Connect the autosampler USB cable to the PC.

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6. Control Module Installation and Connections for CETAC and AIM3600

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6.7. Connect the 24V DC Power Supply to the Control Module.

NOTE: Do not connect the USB Cable to the PC at this time.

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8. Control Module Installation and Connections for SPS4