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Metrohm 940 User Manual
Metrohm 940 User Manual
Metrohm 940 User Manual
2.940.1100
Table of contents
1 About these Short Instructions 1
2 Introduction 2
2.1 Instrument description ......................................................... 2
2.2 Intended use ......................................................................... 4
2.3 Safety instructions ................................................................ 4
2.3.1 General notes on safety ........................................................... 4
2.3.2 Electrical safety ........................................................................ 4
2.3.3 Tubing and capillary connections ............................................. 5
2.3.4 Flammable solvents and chemicals ........................................... 5
2.3.5 Recycling and disposal ............................................................. 6
2.4 Symbols and conventions .................................................... 6
4 Installation 11
4.1 Setting up the instrument .................................................. 11
4.1.1 Packaging .............................................................................. 11
4.1.2 Checks .................................................................................. 11
4.1.3 Location ................................................................................ 11
4.2 Removing the handle ......................................................... 11
4.3 Removing transport locking screws ................................. 12
4.4 Connecting the drainage tubing and leak sensor ............ 14
4.4.1 Installing the drainage tubing ................................................ 14
4.4.2 Connecting the leak sensor .................................................... 15
4.5 Column thermostat ............................................................ 16
4.6 Connecting the eluent bottle ............................................. 16
4.7 Connecting the eluent degasser ........................................ 18
4.8 Installing the high-pressure pump .................................... 18
4.9 Installing an inline filter ..................................................... 18
4.10 Installing the pulsation absorber ...................................... 18
4.11 Injection valve ..................................................................... 18
4.12 Installing the detector ........................................................ 18
4.13 Connecting the sample degasser (optional) ..................... 19
5 Operation 30
6 Warranty (guarantee) 31
7 Accessories 33
Index 35
Table of figures
Figure 1 Front ................................................................................................. 8
Figure 2 Rear .................................................................................................. 9
Figure 3 Removing the transport locking screws ............................................ 13
2 Introduction
Housing
The sturdy housing contains the instrument's electronic components,
including their interfaces and three connections for separation columns
(two of which are built into the installed column thermostat). In addition,
the housing provides space for two detectors and up to three plug-ins
with different functions. Capillaries and cables can be fed into and out of
the instrument through several openings.
Leak sensor
The leak sensor detects leaking liquid that collects in the instrument's base
tray. Liquid that leaks in the instrument is routed to the base tray using
drainage tubing and detected there.
Column thermostat
The column thermostat regulates the temperature for the separation col-
umns and the eluent, thereby providing stable measuring conditions. The
interior of the column thermostat can be heated and cooled. There are
two column holders with chip readers in the column thermostat.
Eluent degasser
The eluent degasser removes gas bubbles and dissolved gases from the
eluent.
High-pressure pump
The intelligent and low-pulsation high-pressure pump pumps the eluent
through the system. It is equipped with a chip where its technical specifi-
cations and "life history" (operating hours, service data, etc.) are saved.
Inline filter
Inline filters protect the separation column reliably from potential contami-
nation from the eluent. The small filter pads with 2 µm pore size can be
replaced quickly and easily. They remove particles from the solutions, such
as bacteria and algae.
Pulsation absorber
The pulsation absorber protects the separation column from damage
caused by pressure fluctuations when switching the injection valve, and
reduces interfering pulsations during highly sensitive measurements.
Injection valve
The injection valve connects the eluent path to the sample path. By a
quick and precise switching of the valve a quantity of sample solution
defined by the size of the sample loop is injected and flushed to the sepa-
ration column with the eluent.
Detector
Metrohm offers a series of different detectors for various analysis tasks. A
suitable detector type must be ordered as a separate accessory.
Sample degasser
The sample degasser removes gas bubbles and dissolved gases from the
sample.
Separation column
The intelligent separation column separates different components accord-
ing to their interactions with the column. Metrohm separation columns
are equipped with a chip where their technical specifications and history
(start-up, operating hours, etc) are stored.
WARNING
This instrument has left the factory in a flawless state in terms of technical
safety. To maintain this state and ensure non-hazardous operation of the
instrument, the following instructions must be observed carefully.
WARNING
WARNING
Mains voltage
WARNING
WARNING
CAUTION
Leaks in tubing and capillary connections are a safety risk. Tighten all
connections well by hand. Avoid applying excessive force to tubing
connections. Damaged tubing ends lead to leakage. Appropriate tools
can be used to loosen connections.
Check the connections regularly for leakage. If the instrument is used
mainly in unattended operation, then weekly inspections are manda-
tory.
WARNING
NOTE
This symbol highlights additional information and
tips.
3.1 Front
Figure 1 Front
3.2 Rear
Figure 2 Rear
17 Knurled screws
For fastening the removable back panel.
4 Installation
4.1.2 Checks
Immediately after receipt, check whether the shipment has arrived com-
plete and without damage by comparing it with the delivery note.
4.1.3 Location
The instrument has been developed for operation indoors and may not be
used in explosive environments.
Place the instrument in a location of the laboratory which is suitable for
operation, free of vibrations, protected from corrosive atmosphere, and
contamination by chemicals.
The instrument should be protected against excessive temperature fluctu-
ations and direct sunlight.
Store the transport locking screws in a safe place. Reinsert the transport
locking screws each time you transport the instrument a significant dis-
tance.
CAUTION
NOTE
NOTE
CAUTION
If the sample degasser is not used, the input and output must be
sealed with threaded stoppers (6.2744.220).
NOTE
WARNING
The power supply unit must not get wet. Protect it from liquids.
CAUTION
The guard column and separation column must not be installed for the
initial start-up.
Make sure that a coupling (6.2744.040) is being used instead of the
columns.
3 Starting equilibration
■ Start the equilibration in MagIC Net: Workplace ▶ Run ▶ Equi-
libration ▶ Start HW.
Use the syringe to aspirate eluent until there are no more air
bubbles in the eluent.
CAUTION
New guard columns are filled with solution and sealed with stoppers or
caps on both sides.
Before inserting the guard column, ensure that this solution can be
mixed with the eluent being used (follow information from the manu-
facturer).
NOTE
The guard column may not be connected until after the instrument has
already been put into operation once (see Chapter 4.16, page 22). The
guard column and separation column have to be replaced by a coupling
(6.2744.040) until then.
CAUTION
New separation columns are filled with solution and sealed with stop-
pers on both sides. Before inserting the column, ensure that this solu-
tion can be mixed with the eluent being used (follow information from
the manufacturer).
NOTE
The separation column may not be connected until after the instrument
has already been put into operation once (see Chapter 4.16, page 22).
The guard column and separation column have to be replaced by a
coupling (6.2744.040) until then.
4.19 Conditioning
After installation, after each time the instrument is switched on and after
each time the eluent is changed, the system has to be conditioned with
eluent long enough that a stable baseline is attained.
NOTE
CAUTION
Ensure that the configured flow is not higher than the flow permit-
ted for the corresponding column (refer to the column leaflet and
the chip data record).
3 Starting equilibration
■ Start the equilibration in MagIC Net: Workplace ▶ Run ▶ Equi-
libration ▶ Start HW.
5 Operation
The 940 Professional IC Vario – ONE is operated solely using the
MagIC Net software. You can find information on operating the software
in the tutorial for MagIC Net or in the online help.
6 Warranty (guarantee)
Metrohm guarantees that the deliveries and services it provides are free of
defects in materials, design or manufacturing.
The general warranty period is 36 months (exclusions below) from the
date of delivery, or 18 months in the event of continuous operation. The
warranty remains valid on the condition that the servicing is provided by a
service organization authorized by Metrohm at defined intervals and with
a defined scope.
The warranty period for anion suppressors of the type "MSM" is 120
months from the date of delivery or 60 months in the case of continuous
operation.
The warranty period for IC separation columns is 90 days after start-up.
For third-party components that are recognizable as such, the manufac-
turer's warranty regulations apply.
For instruments sold under the Metrohm NIRSystems brand, a full 16-
month warranty is applicable. In the event of continuous operation, the
warranty period is reduced by half.
Consumables and materials with limited storage life and glass breakage in
the case of electrodes or other glass parts are excluded from the warranty.
Warranty claims cannot be asserted if the ordering party has failed to
meet its payment obligations according to schedule.
During the warranty period, Metrohm undertakes either to replace free of
charge or to credit the purchaser for any modules or components that can
be shown to be faulty. Any transport or customs fees that may apply are
the responsibility of the ordering party.
The precondition for this is that the ordering party has to specify the arti-
cle number, the article designation, an adequate error description, the
delivery date and (if applicable) the serial number or chip data in the Sup-
port Tracker. Metrohm then decides whether a replacement or a credit
note is to be issued or whether the faulty part has to be returned using
the Return Material Authorization (RMA). If a replacement or credit note is
issued, the ordering party undertakes to store the faulty part for at least
24 months in accordance with the current storage directives (in compli-
ance with ESD guidelines) and to hold it in readiness for onsite inspection
or for return shipment to Metrohm. Metrohm reserves the right to invoice
the ordering party for these articles, including retroactively, in the event of
noncompliance with these preconditions.
The same warranty periods that are specified for a corresponding new
part apply to parts that are replaced or repaired within the above-men-
tioned warranty periods. However, replacement or repair of a part does
not extend the warranty period of the entire system.
Deficiencies arising from circumstances that are not the responsibility of
Metrohm, such as improper storage or improper use, etc., are expressly
excluded from the warranty.
Metrohm also offers a 120-month spare parts availability guarantee and a
60-month PC software support warranty, calculated from the date on
which the product is withdrawn from the market. The content of this war-
ranty is the ability of the customer to obtain functioning spare parts or
appropriate software support at market prices during the time of the war-
ranty period. This does not apply for software products sold under the
Metrohm NIRSystems brand.
If Metrohm AG is unable to meet this obligation due to circumstances
beyond the control of Metrohm AG, then the ordering party shall be
offered alternative solutions at preferential conditions.
7 Accessories
Up-to-date information on the scope of delivery and optional accessories
for your instrument can be found on the Internet.
NOTE
2
Click on .
The Search webpage will be displayed.
3 Enter a search term relating to the instrument into the search field
and click on Find.
The search results will be displayed.
4 In the search results, select the Devices tab (if it is not already
selected) and then click on the Metrohm article number of the
required instrument (e.g. 2.852.0050).
The page with information pertaining to the searched article is dis-
played.
6
Click on .
3 Enter the article number and click on the Generate PDF command.
The PDF file with the accessories data will be created in the language
selected.
Index
A Guarantee ................................ 31 P
Aspiration tubing for eluent ...... 17 Guard column Power connection .............. 21, 22
Installation ......................... 24 Pulsation absorber
B Rinse .................................. 25 Installation ......................... 18
Baseline
Conditioning ...................... 29 H R
Handle ..................................... 11 Rinse
C Heating Guard column .................... 25
Column Also see "Column thermostat" Separation column ............. 27
See also "Separation column" ........................................... 16
........................................... 26 High-pressure pump S
Column thermostat Protection .......................... 13 Safety instructions ...................... 4
Installation ......................... 16 Sample degasser
Computer connection ............... 20 I Installation ......................... 19
Conditioning ............................ 29 IC column Separation column
Connect See also "Separation column" Installation ......................... 26
To computer ...................... 20 ........................................... 26 Protection ...................... 3, 18
To power supply ................. 21 Injection valve ............................ 3 Rinse .................................. 27
Installation ......................... 18 Service ....................................... 4
D Inline filter ................................ 18 Switch on ................................. 22
Degasser Installation
Sample degasser ................. 19 Column thermostat ............ 16 T
Drainage tubing Drainage tubing ................. 14 Thermostat
Installation ......................... 14 Eluent bottle ....................... 16 Also see "Column thermostat"
Guard column .................... 24 ........................................... 16
E Injection valve .................... 18 Transport
Electrostatic charge .................... 5 Leak sensor ........................ 15 Grip .................................... 11
Eluent Pulsation absorber .............. 18 Transport locking screws .......... 12
Aspirate .............................. 17 Sample degasser ................. 19
Eluent bottle Separation column ............. 26 V
Installation ......................... 16 Vacuum pump
Equilibration ....................... 23, 28 L Protection .......................... 13
Leak sensor Valve
F Installation ......................... 15 See also "Injection valve" .... 18
Filter Leak-tightness .......................... 24
See also "Inline filter" .......... 18 W
M Warranty .................................. 31
G Mains voltage ............................. 5
Grip
Also see "Handle" ............... 11