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Agilent 1100 Series
Quaternary Pump
Reference Manual

Agilent Technologies
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Part No. G1311-90003
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Reference Manual
Agilent 1100 Series Quaternary Pump

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In This Book
This manual contains technical reference information about the Agilent 1100
Series quaternary pump. The manual describes the following:
• installation,
• optimizing performance,
• troubleshooting,
• repairing,
• parts and materials,
• theory of operation, and
• specifications.

Contents
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1 Installing the Pump
How to install the quaternary pump 13
Site Requirements 14
Unpacking the Quaternary Pump 17
Optimizing the Stack Configuration 20
Installing the Quaternary Pump 22
Flow Connections of the Quaternary Pump 25
Priming and Purging the System 28
2 Optimizing Performance
How to optimize the quaternary pump to achieve best chro-
matographic results 31
Hints for Successful Use of the Quaternary Pump 32
Solvent Information 34
Prevent Blocking of Solvent Filters 35
Operational Hints for the Vacuum Degasser 36
Operational Hints for the Multi Channel Gradient Valve
(MCGV) 37
When to use the Continuous Seal Wash Option 38
When to Use Alternative Seals 39
Optimize the Compressibility Compensation Setting 40
3 Troubleshooting and Test Functions
The quaternary pump’s built-in troubleshooting and test
functions 43
Status Indicators 45

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Power Supply Indicator 46
Pump Status Indicator 46
Error Messages 47
Timeout 48
Shut-Down 49
Remote Timeout 50
Synchronization Lost 51
Leak 52
Leak Sensor Open 53
Leak Sensor Short 54
Compensation Sensor Open 55
Compensation Sensor Short 56
Fan Failed 57
Open Cover 58
Restart Without Cover 59
Zero Solvent Counter 60
Pressure Above Upper Limit 61
Pressure Below Lower Limit 62
Pressure Signal Missing 63
Missing Pressure Reading 64
Pump Configuration 65
Valve Fuse 66
Inlet-Valve Fuse 67
Valve Failed 68
Motor-Drive Power 69
Encoder Missing 70
Inlet-Valve Missing 71
Temperature Out of Range 72
Temperature Limit Exceeded 73
Servo Restart Failed 74

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Pump Head Missing 75
Index Limit 76
Index Adjustment 77
Index Missing 78
Stroke Length 79
Initialization Failed 80
Wait Timeout 81
Pressure Test 82
Running the Pressure Test 84
Evaluating the Results 86
Leak Test 88
Running the Leak Test 90
Evaluating the Results 92
4 Repairing the Pump
Instructions on simple, routine repair procedures as well as
more extensive repairs requiring exchange of internal
parts 97
Cleaning the Quaternary Pump 99
Using the ESD Strap 100
Overview 101
Simple Repair Procedures 102
Exchanging the Active Inlet Valve Cartridge or the Active Inlet
Valve 103
Exchanging the Outlet Ball Valve 106
Exchanging the Purge Valve Frit or the Purge Valve 108

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Removing and Disassembling the Pump Head Assembly 110
Exchanging the Pump Seals and Seal Wear-in Procedure 112
Exchanging the Plungers 115
Installing the Continuous Seal Wash Option 116
Exchanging the Wash Seals 119
Reassembling the Pump Head Assembly 121
Exchanging the Multi-Channel Gradient Valve (MCGV) 123
Exchanging the optional Interface Board 126
Exchanging Internal Parts 127
Removing the Top Cover and Foam 128
Exchanging the Low Pressure Pump Main Board (LPM
Board) 131
Exchanging the Damper 138
Exchanging the Fan 141
Exchanging the Pump Drive 143
Exchanging the Power Supply 147
Exchanging the Leak Sensor 152
Exchanging the Status Light Pipe 154
Assembling the Main Cover 155
Replacing the Top Cover and Foam 156
5 Parts and Materials
Detailed illustrations and lists for identification of parts and
materials 159
Overview of Main Assemblies 160
Control Module (B-version) 163
Solvent Cabinet 164

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Bottle Head Assembly 165
Hydraulic Path 166
Cover Parts 167
Sheet Metal Kit 168
Foam Parts 169
Power and Status Light Pipes 170
Leak Parts 171
Pump Head Assembly 172
Pump Head Assembly with Seal Wash Option 174
Outlet Ball Valve Assembly 176
Purge Valve Assembly 177
Active Inlet Valve Assembly 178
Accessory Kit G1311-68705 179
Seal Wash Option Kit 01018-68722 180
Cable Overview 181
Analog Cables 183
Remote Cables 185
BCD Cables 190
Auxiliary Cable 192
CAN Cable 192
External Contact Cable 193
RS-232 Cable Kit 194
LAN Cables 195
6 Introduction to the Quaternary Pump
An introduction to the pump, instrument overview, theory of
operation, external communication and internal
connectors 197

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Introduction to the Quaternary Pump 198
Overview 199
Electrical Connections 204
Instrument Layout 206
Early Maintenance Feedback (EMF) 207
The Electronics 209
The Low-Pressure Pump Main Board (LPM) 210
Firmware Description 214
Optional Interface Boards 216
Agilent 1100 Series Interfaces 218
Setting the 8-bit Configuration Switch 223
The Main Power Supply Assembly 228
7 Control Module Screens for the Quaternary Pump
Screens available from the Analysis screen 233
Screens available from the System screen 242
Screens available from the Records screen 244
Diagnostics and Tests 251
8 Specifications
Performance specifications of the quaternary pump 253
Performance Specifications 254
Warranty Statement 257
Safety Information 260
Lithium Batteries Information 263

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Radio Interference 264
Sound Emission 264
Solvent Information 265
Agilent Technologies on Internet 266

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Contents

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1Installing the Pump
How to install the quaternary pump

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Installing the Pump
Site Requirements
Site Requirements
A suitable environment is important to ensure optimum performance of the
quaternary pump.
Power Consideration
The quaternary pump power supply has wideranging capability (see Table 1
on page 16). It accepts any line voltage in the range described in the above
mentioned table. Consequently there is no voltage selector in the rear of the
quaternary pump. There are also no externally accessible fuses, because
automatic electronic fuses are implemented in the power supply.
WARNING To disconnect the quaternary pump from line, unplug the power cord.
The power supply still uses some power, even if the power switch on
the front panel is turned off.
WARNING Shock hazard or damage of your instrumentation can result, if the
devices are connected to a line voltage higher than specified.
Power Cords
Different power cords are offered as options with the quaternary pump. The
female end of each of the power cords is identical. It plugs into the
power-input socket at the rear of the quaternary pump. The male end of each
of the power cords is different and designed to match the wall socket of a
particular country or region.
WARNING Never operate your instrumentation from a power outlet that has no
ground connection. Never use a power cord other than the power cord
designed for your region.
WARNING Never use cables other than the ones supplied by Agilent Technologies
to ensure proper functionality and compliance with safety or EMC
regulations.

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Installing the Pump
Site Requirements
Bench Space
The quaternary pump dimensions and weight (see Table 1 on page 16) allow
to place the quaternary pump on almost any laboratory bench. It needs an
additional 2.5 cm (1.0 inches) of space on either side and approximately 8 cm
(3.1 inches) in the rear for the circulation of air and electric connections.
If the bench should carry a complete Agilent 1100 Series system, make sure
that the bench is designed to carry the weight of all the modules.
NOTE The pump should be operated in a horizontal position!
Environment
Your quaternary pump will work within specifications at ambient
temperatures and relative humidity as described in Table 1 on page 16.
CAUTION Do not store, ship or use your quaternary pump under conditions where
temperature fluctuations could cause condensation within the quaternary
pump. Condensation will damage the system electronics. If your quaternary
pump was shipped in cold weather, leave it in its box and allow it to warm
slowly to room temperature to avoid condensation.

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Installing the Pump
Site Requirements
Table 1 Physical Specifications
Type Specification Comments
Weight 11 kg (25 lbs)
Dimensions
(height × weight × depth)
140 × 345 × 435 mm
(5.5 × 13.5 × 17 inches)
Line voltage 100–120 or 220–240 VAC, ± 10% Wide-ranging capability
Line frequency 50 or 60 Hz, ±5%
Power consumption 220 VA Maximum
Ambient operating temperature 4–55 °C (41–131 °F)
Ambient non-operating temperature -40–70 °C (-4–158 °F)
Humidity < 95%, at 25–40 °C (77–104 °F) Non-condensing
Operating Altitude Up to 2000 m (6500 ft)
Non-operating altitude Up to 4600 m (14950 ft) For storing the quaternary
pump
Safety standards: IEC, CSA, UL Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2

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Installing the Pump
Unpacking the Quaternary Pump
Unpacking the Quaternary Pump
Damaged Packaging
Upon receipt of your quaternary pump, inspect the shipping containers for
any signs of damage. If the containers or cushioning material are damaged,
save them until the contents have been checked for completeness and the
quaternary pump has been mechanically and electrically checked. If the
shipping container or cushioning material is damaged, notify the carrier and
save the shipping material for the carrier’s inspection.
CAUTION If there are signs of damage to the quaternary pump, please do not attempt to
install the quaternary pump.
Delivery Checklist
Ensure all parts and materials have been delivered with the quaternary pump.
The delivery checklist is shown in Table 2. To aid in parts identification,
please see Chapter 5 “Parts and Materials”. Please report missing or damaged
parts to your local Agilent Technologies sales and service office.
Table 2 Quaternary Pump Checklist
Description Quantity
Quaternary pump 1
Solvent cabinet 1 (5062-8581)
Solvent bottles 4 (3 transparent 9301-1420, 1 amber 9301-1450)
Bottle head assembly 4 (G1311-60003)
Waste tube, purge valve 1 (5042-2461, reorder number, 5m)
Vacuum degasser 1
Solvent tubes for the
degasser
4 (G1322-67300)
Power cables 2

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Installing the Pump
Unpacking the Quaternary Pump
Accessory Kit Contents —Quaternary Pump
CAN cable 1
Remote cable As ordered
Signal cable As ordered
Reference Manual 2 (1 for the pump, 1 for the degasser)
Accessory kit (see Table 3) 1
Table 2 Quaternary Pump Checklist, continued
Description Quantity
Table 3 Accessory Kit Contents G1311-68705
Description Part Number Quantity
Capillary, pump to injection device G1312-67305 1
Seal insert tool 01018-23702 1
Wrench; 1/4 –5/16 inch 8710-0510 1
Wrench; 14 mm 8710-1924 1
ESD wrist strap*9300-1408 1
Hex key 4mm 8710-2392 1
Waste tube (reorder number, 5m) 5062-2463 1.2 m
Velocity regulator (reorder number) 5062-2486 2
PTFE Frit 01018-22707 5
* ESD: Electrostatic Discharge

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Installing the Pump
Unpacking the Quaternary Pump
Accessory Kit Contents—Vacuum Degasser
Table 4 Accessory Kit Contents G1322-68705
Description Part Number Quantity
Syringe 5062-8534 1
Syringe adapter 9301-1337 1
Waste tube (reorder number, 5m) 5062-2463 1.2 m
Connecting tubes labeled A to D G1322-67300 4

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Installing the Pump
Optimizing the Stack Configuration
Optimizing the Stack Configuration
If your quaternary pump is part of a complete 1100 Series system, you can
ensure optimum performance by limiting the configuration of the system
stack to the following configuration. This configuration optimizes the system
flow path, ensuring minimum delay volume.
Figure 1 Recommended Stack Configuration (Front View)
NOTE For a detailed view of the flow connections refer to the section “Flow
Connections”in chapter 1 of the reference manuals of the individual modules.
Autosampler
Quaternary pump
Vacuum
degasser
Solvent
cabinet
Detector
Column compartment
Control Module
Flow connections in the stack:
Example setup with 0.17mm ID green capillaries
Solvent bottles - degasser:
G1311-60003 (bottle-head assembly, PTFE-tubings)
Degasser - pump:
G1322-67300 (PTFE-tubings)
Pump - autosampler:
G1312-67305 (SST, green)
Pump purge valve - waste:
5062-2461 (PTFE tubing wide bore, reorder pack)
Autosampler - column compartment:
G1313-87305 (SST, green)
Detector - waste:
DAD 0890-1713 (PTFE, wide bore)
VWD 5062-8535 (PEEK)
5062-2463 (corrugated waste tubing, reorder pack)
Column - detector:
DAD G1315-87311 (SST, coated)
VWD 5062-8522 (PEEK)
Column compartment - column:
G1316-87300 (SST, green)