Agilent Technologies 1260 Infinity VL User manual

Agilent Technologies
Agilent 1260 Infinity
Quaternary Pump VL
User Manual

1260 Infinity QuatPump VL User Manual
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In This Guide...
In This Guide...
This manual covers the Agilent 1260 Infinity Quaternary Pump VL (G1311C).
1 Introduction
This chapter gives an introduction to the module, instrument overview and
internal connectors.
2 Site Requirements and Specifications
This chapter provides information on environmental requirements, physical
and performance specifications.
3 Installing the Pump
This chapter gives information about the preferred stack setup for your system
and the installation of your module.
4UsingthePump
This chapter provides information for optimized usage of the module.
5 Optimizing Performance
This chapter gives hints on how to optimize the performance or use additional
devices.
6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
This chapter gives an overview about the troubleshooting and diagnostic
features and the different user interfaces.
7 Error Information
This chapter describes the meaning of error messages, and provides
information on probable causes and suggested actions how to recover from
error conditions.

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8 Test Functions and Calibration
This chapter describes the tests for the module.
9 Maintenance
This chapter describes the maintenance of the module.
10 Parts for Maintenance
This chapter provides information on parts for maintenance.
11 Identifying Cables
This chapter provides information on cables used with the Agilent 1200
Infinity Series modules.
12 Hardware Information
This chapter describes the pump in more detail on hardware and electronics.
13 Appendix
This chapter provides addition information on safety, legal and web.

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Contents
Contents
1 Introduction 9
Introduction to the Pump 10
Overview of the Hydraulic Path 11
Early Maintenance Feedback 16
Instrument Layout 17
2 Site Requirements and Specifications 19
Site Requirements 20
Physical Specifications 23
Performance Specifications 24
3 Installing the Pump 27
Unpacking the Pump 28
Optimizing the Stack Configuration 31
Installing the Pump 34
Connecting Modules and Control Software 37
Flow Connections of the Pump 39
Priming the System 42
4UsingthePump 47
Hints for Successful Use of the Pump 48
Prevent Blocking of Solvent Filters 49
Algae Growth in HPLC Systems 50
Solvent Information 51
5 Optimizing Performance 53
Using the Degasser 54
Operational Hints for the Multi Channel Gradient Valve (MCGV) 55
When to use the Seal Wash Function 56
Choosing the Right Pump Seals 57
Optimize the Compressibility Compensation Setting 58

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6 Troubleshooting and Diagnostics 61
Overview of the Module’s Indicators and Test Functions 62
Status Indicators 64
User Interfaces 66
Agilent Lab Advisor Software 67
7 Error Information 69
What Are Error Messages 71
General Error Messages 72
Module Error Messages 79
8 Test Functions and Calibration 95
Introduction 96
System Pressure Test 97
Leak Rate Test 102
9 Maintenance 107
Introduction to Maintenance 108
Warnings and Cautions 109
Overview of Maintenance and Repair 110
Cleaning the Module 111
Checking and Replacing the Solvent Filter 112
Exchanging the Passive Inlet Valve (PIV) 113
Exchanging the Outlet Valve 115
Exchanging the Purge Valve Frit 117
Removing the Pump Head Assembly 119
Maintenance of a Pump Head Without Seal Wash Option 121
Maintenance of a Pump Head with Seal Wash Option 124
Reinstalling the Pump Head Assembly 128
Seal Wear-in Procedure 130
Exchanging the Multi-Channel Gradient Valve (MCGV) 131
Exchanging the Optional Interface Board 134
Exchanging the Active Inlet Valve (AIV) or its Cartridge 136
Replacing the Module Firmware 138

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10 Parts for Maintenance 139
Pump Head Assembly Without Seal Wash 140
Pump Head Assembly with Seal Wash 142
Outlet Valve 144
Purge Valve Assembly 145
Active Inlet Valve Assembly 146
HPLC Starter Kit G4201-68707 147
HPLC Starter Kit G4202-68707 148
HPLC System Tool Kit 149
Solvent Cabinet 150
Bottle Head Assembly 151
Hydraulic Path of the Quaternary Pump 152
11 Identifying Cables 155
Cable Overview 156
Analog Cables 158
Remote Cables 160
BCD Cables 163
CAN Cable 165
External Contact Cable 166
Agilent Module to PC 167
Agilent 1200 Module to Printer 168
12 Hardware Information 169
Firmware Description 170
Optional Interface Boards 173
Electrical Connections 177
Interfaces 179
Setting the 8-bit Configuration Switch (without On-board) LAN 185
13 Appendix 191
General Safety Information 192
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 195
Batteries Information 196
Radio Interference 197
Sound Emission 198
Agilent Technologies on Internet 199

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Introduction
Introduction to the Pump 10
Overview of the Hydraulic Path 11
Hydraulic Path 12
How Does the Pump Work? 12
How Does Compressibility Compensation Work? 15
How Does Variable Stroke Volume Work? 15
Early Maintenance Feedback 16
Instrument Layout 17
This chapter gives an introduction to the module, instrument overview and
internal connectors.

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1Introduction
Introduction to the Pump
Introduction to the Pump
The quaternary pump comprises an optional solvent cabinet, a vacuum
degasser and a four-channel gradient pump. The four-channel gradient pump
comprises a high-speed proportioning valve and a pump assembly. It provides
gradient generation by low pressure mixing. A solvent cabinet provides
enough space for four one-liter bottles. An active seal wash (optional) is
available when the quaternary pump is used with concentrated buffer
solutions.
Figure 1 Overview of the Quaternary Pump
Pump head
Purge valve
Passive inlet valve
MCGV
Degasser
Outlet valve