Agilent Technologies agilent 7683B Installation and operating instructions

Agilent Technologies
Agilent 7683B
Automatic Liquid
Sampler
Installation, Operation and
Maintenance

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Notices
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G2912-90230
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First edition, August 2004
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Contents
Safety and Regulatory Information
Important Safety Warnings 12
Many internal parts of the instrument carry dangerous
voltages 12
Electrostatic discharge is a threat to instrument
electronics 12
Safety and Regulatory Certifications 13
Information 13
Symbols 14
Technical and environmental specifications 14
Electromagnetic compatibility 15
Sound Emission Certification for Federal Republic of
Germany 15
Fuses and Battery 16
Cleaning 16
Recycling the Product 16
Part 1: Installation
1 Introduction to Installation
Compatibility 20
Hardware 20
Firmware 20
Overview 22
The controller 22

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The injector 22
The tray 22
The Bar Code Reader 22
Hardware Identification 23
5890A GCs that have been fully upgraded to Series II 23
5890 Series II GC 23
6890A, 6890 Plus, and 6890N GCs 24
6850A and 6850 Series II GCs 24
G2614A and G2916A trays 24
Injectors 24
Injector mounting posts 24
2 Installation
The Installation Process 26
5890A, fully upgraded to Series II, and 5890 Series II GCs 26
6890A GC 27
6890 Plus GC 27
6890N GC 28
6850 GC 28
Procedure 1. Installing the G2916-61000 Injector Bracket 29
Before you start 29
Install the new injector bracket 31
Check your work 34
Procedure 2. Installing the G2916A Tray 35
5890 Series II GC 35
6890 GC 38
Procedure 3. Installing the Injectors 42
Installing the injector on the GC 42
Check your work 45
Choosing the turret type 45

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Procedure 4. Connecting Cables 46
5890 Series II GC 46
6890A GC 47
6890 Plus and 6890N GCs 48
6850 GC 49
Testing the connections 49
Procedure 5. Installing the G2911AA Software on the PC 50
Procedure 6. Installing the G2614A Tray 51
Procedure 7. Installing the G2615A Bar Code Reader 53
Procedure 8. Install the G2912A ALS Controller 55
Temperature and humidity ranges 55
Ventilation requirements 55
Benchtop space requirements 56
Dimensions 56
Orientation 57
Electrical requirements 57
Verifying G2912A ALS Controller power configuration 59
Procedure 9. Replacing the Inlet Chassis Cover (6890A) 60
Procedure 10. Installing a G2612A Controller Board (6890
Plus) 61
Procedure 11. Configuring Your GC and Data System 65
GC 65
Data system 65
Procedure 12. Updating the Firmware 66
All GC and ALS systems 66
6890A, 6890 Plus and 5890 Series II GCs 67
Other ways to check firmware revisions 67
Making A Trial Run 68

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Part 2: Operation
3 Introduction to Operation
About your 7683B Automatic Liquid Sampler 74
Capabilities 76
Fast Injection 77
Sample Carryover 79
4 Controlling the Sampler
Methods and Sequences 82
The Sampler Cycle 83
Setting Parameters on a 5890 Series II GC 85
Setting Injector Parameters on a 6890 GC 87
Configuring the injector on a 6890 GC 89
Setting sample tray setpoints on a 6890 GC 91
Storing injector setpoints 93
Setting Parameters on a 6850 Series GC 94
To set injection parameters 94
To configure the injector 96
5 Syringes and Needles
Syringes 100
Selecting syringes 100
Inspecting a syringe 102
Installing a Syringe 103
Removing a Syringe 106
Replacing Syringe Needles 107

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6 Vials and Bottles
Preparing Sample Vials 110
Selecting sample vials 110
Selecting vial septa 111
Labeling sample vials 112
Filling sample vials 112
Capping sample vials 113
Preparing Solvent and Waste Bottles 116
Selecting the bottles 116
Filling the solvent bottles 117
Preparing the waste bottles 117
Placing Vials and Bottles in the Sampler 118
Using Two Injectors (5890, 6890 only) 121
How Many Sample Vials Can I Run? 122
Solvent bottle equation (G2913 A injector) 123
Waste bottle equation 123
Example 124
Reduced solvent and sample usage 127
7 Running Samples
Running a Sample 130
Using the ALS Controller 131
Interrupting A Run Or Sequence 132
Sampler response to interruptions 132
Restarting an interrupted sequence 132
Running a Priority Sample 134

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Part 3: Maintenance and Troubleshooting
8 Maintenance
Periodic Maintenance 138
Adapting For Cool On-Column Injection 139
Installing a Syringe 141
Removing a Syringe 144
Replacing Syringe Needles 145
Changing the Turret 147
Align Mode 150
Replacing the Needle Support Assembly on the G2913A
Injector 153
Replacing the Needle Guide in the Needle Support Foot 157
Replacing Power Fuses in the G2912A ALS Controller 158
9 Faults and Errors
Faults 160
Error Messages 162
10 Troubleshooting
Symptom: Variability 168
Symptom: Contamination or Ghost Peaks 170
Symptom: Smaller or Larger Peaks Than Expected 171
Symptom: Sample Carryover 173
Symptom: No Signal/No Peaks 174
Correcting Syringe Problems 175
Correcting Sample Vial Delivery Problems 176

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11 Special Topics
Controlling Sample Vial Temperatures 178
Connect the tray quadrants 178
Coolant 179
Determine the water bath temperature 179
Tray quadrant temperatures and pressures 181
Water bath and pump specifications 181
Cool On-Column Injection 183
Suggestions for Packed Inlets with 530-µm Columns 184
12 Replacement Parts
G2912A — 7683B ALS Controller for 5890 Series II and
6890A GCs 186
G2913A — 7683B Injector Module 188
G2614A — 7683 ALS Tray 190
G2916A — 7683 ALS Tray for 5890 Series II GCs 191
Miscellaneous Parts 192
A Cables and Connectors
G2916A/G2614A Trays 194
G2612A — ALS Controller 197
G2912-60507 — Remote Start/Stop Cable for 5890 Series II
GCs 199
G1530-60930 — Remote Start/Stop Cable for 6890A GC 200
G1530-60600 — RS-232 Cable for 6890A or 5890 Series II
GCs 201

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Agilent 7683B Automatic Liquid Sampler
Installation, Operation and Maintenance
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Safety and Regulatory Information
Important Safety Warnings 12
Many internal parts of the instrument carry dangerous voltages 12
Electrostatic discharge is a threat to instrument electronics 12
Safety and Regulatory Certifications 13
Information 13
Symbols 14
Electromagnetic compatibility 15
Sound Emission Certification for Federal Republic of Germany 15
Fuses and Battery 16
Cleaning 16
Recycling the Product 16
This chapter provides important safety and regulatory information about the
Agilent 7683B Automatic Liquid Sampler system.

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Important Safety Warnings
There are several important safety notices that you should always keep in
mind when using the Automatic Liquid Sampler.
Many internal parts of the instrument carry dangerous voltages
If the instrument is connected to a power source, even if the power switch is
off, potentially dangerous voltages exist on:
•The wiring between the instrument power cord and the AC power supply
•The AC power supply itself
•The wiring from the AC power supply to the power switch
With the power switch on, potentially dangerous voltages also exist on:
•All electronics boards in the instrument
•The internal wires and cables connected to these boards
Electrostatic discharge is a threat to instrument electronics
The printed circuit (PC) boards in the instrument can be damaged by
electrostatic discharge. Do not touch any of the boards unless it is absolutely
necessary. If you must handle them, wear a grounded wrist strap and take
other antistatic precautions. Wear a grounded wrist strap any time you must
remove the electronics cover.
WARNING All these parts are shielded by covers. With the covers in place, it should be difficult
to accidentally make contact with dangerous voltages. Unless specifically
instructed to, never remove a cover.
WARNING If the power cord insulation is frayed or worn, the cord must be replaced. Contact
your Agilent service representative.

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Safety and Regulatory Certifications
The automatic liquid sampler conforms to the following safety standards:
•Canadian Standards Association (CSA): C22.2 No. 1010.1
•CSA/Nationally Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL): UL 61010A–1
•International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC): 61010–1
•EuroNorm (EN): 61010–1
The instrument conforms to the following regulations on Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) and Radio Frequency Interference (RFI):
•CISPR 11/EN 55011: Group 1, Class A
•IEC/EN 61326
•AUS/NZ
This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001. Cet appareil ISM est
conforme a la norme NMB—001 du Canada.
The instrument is designed and manufactured under a quality system
registered to ISO 9001.
Information
The Agilent Technologies Automatic Liquid Sampler meets the following IEC
(International Electrotechnical Commission) classifications: Safety Class I,
Transient Overvoltage Category II, Pollution Degree 2.
This unit has been designed and tested in accordance with recognized safety
standards and is designed for use indoors. If the instrument is used in a
manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the
instrument may be impaired. Whenever the safety protection of the Agilent
Automatic Liquid Sampler has been compromised, disconnect the unit from all
power sources and secure the unit against unintended operation.
Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Substituting parts or
performing any unauthorized modification to the instrument may result in a
safety hazard.

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Symbols
Warnings in the manual or on the instrument must be observed during all
phases of operation, service, and repair of this instrument. Failure to comply
with these precautions violates safety standards of design and the intended
use of the instrument. Agilent Technologies assumes no liability for the
customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.
Technical and environmental specifications
•Indoor use only in ordinary atmospheres
•Altitude up to 4300 m
•Operating ambient temperatures between -5 degrees centigrade and
45 degrees centigrade
•Maximum relative humidity of 80 % for temperatures up to 31 degrees
centigrade decreasing linearly to 50 % relative humidity at 40 degrees
centigrade
•Main supply voltage fluxuations up to ±10% of the nominal voltage
•Pollution degree 2, Installation Cat II
•G2912A is rated for mains connection to 100–120 VAC or 220–240 VAC,
50/60 Hz, 180 VA
See accompanying instructions on page 57 for
more information.
Indicates a hot surface.
Indicates hazardous voltages.
Indicates earth (ground) terminal.
Indicates explosion hazard.
Indicates electrostatic discharge hazard.

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Electromagnetic compatibility
This device complies with the requirements of CISPR 11. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
1This device may not cause harmful interference.
2This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try one or more of the following measures:
1Relocate the radio or antenna.
2Move the device away from the radio or television.
3Plug the device into a different electrical outlet, so that the device and the
radio or television are on separate electrical circuits.
4Make sure that all peripheral devices are also certified.
5Make sure that appropriate cables are used to connect the device to
peripheral equipment.
6Consult your equipment dealer, Agilent Technologies, or an experienced
technician for assistance.
7Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Agilent Technologies
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Sound Emission Certification for Federal Republic of Germany
Sound pressure
Sound pressure Lp < 57 dB(A) according to DIN-EN 27779
(Type test).
Schalldruckpegel
Schalldruckpegel LP < 57 dB(A) nach DIN-EN 27779 (Typprufung).

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Fuses and Battery
Table 1 lists the fuses in the G2912A ALS Controller and G2612A ALS
Interface Board required for proper operation. Fuses in the G2912A power
line module may be replaced by users. Other fuses should only be accessed by
Agilent service personnel.
There are no fuses in the other 7683B Automatic Liquid Sampler components.
The G2912A ALS Controller also contains one 3 V lithium ion battery.
Cleaning
To clean the unit, disconnect the power and wipe down with a damp, lint-free
cloth.
Recycling the Product
For recycling, contact your local Agilent sales office.
Tabl e 1 Fuses
Fuse designation Location Fuse rating and type
2A G2912A Power line module 2A 250V, type T (220–240 V power supply)
2A G2912A Power line module 2A 250V, type T (100–120 V power supply)
F1 G2912A Power supply board 1A 250V, glass body, time lag
F1 G2912A ALS controller board 7A 125V
F1 G2612A ALS controller board,
used in 6890 Plus GC.
7A 125V

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Installation, Operation and Maintenance
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Part 1:
Installation
Introduction to Installation 19
Compatibility 20
Overview 22
Hardware Identification 23
Installation 25
The Installation Process 26
Procedure 1. Installing the G2916-61000 Injector Bracket 29
Procedure 2. Installing the G2916A Tray 35
Procedure 3. Installing the Injectors 42
Procedure 4. Connecting Cables 46
Procedure 5. Installing the G2911AA Software on the PC 50
Procedure 6. Installing the G2614A Tray 51
Procedure 7. Installing the G2615A Bar Code Reader 53
Procedure 8. Install the G2912A ALS Controller 55
Procedure 9. Replacing the Inlet Chassis Cover (6890A) 60
Procedure 10. Installing a G2612A Controller Board (6890 Plus) 61
Procedure 11. Configuring Your GC and Data System 65
Procedure 12. Updating the Firmware 66
Making A Trial Run 68

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Installation, Operation and Maintenance
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1
Introduction to Installation
Compatibility 20
Hardware 20
Firmware 20
Overview 22
The controller 22
The injector 22
The tray 22
The Bar Code Reader 22
Hardware Identification 23
5890A GCs that have been fully upgraded to Series II 23
5890 Series II GC 23
6890A, 6890 Plus, and 6890N GCs 24
6850A and 6850 Series II GCs 24
G2614A and G2916A trays 24
Injectors 24
Injector mounting posts 24
This chapter assists you in determining whether the 7683B ALS is suitable for
your GC and aids in identifying existing equipment.

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Part 1, Installation
1Introduction to Installation
Compatibility
Hardware
The 7683B Automatic Liquid Sampler (ALS) system is compatible with these
Agilent gas chromatographs
•4890 GCs
•5890A GCs that have been fully upgraded to a 5890 Series II instrument
(“fully” means that both electronic and mechanical upgrades have been
performed; a printed circuit board-only upgrade does not qualify).
•5890A Series II GCs
•6850 GCs
•6890A GCs
•6890 Plus GCs
•6890N GCs
It is not compatible with non-upgraded 5890A GCs.
Firmware
The 7683B ALS components (G2614A, G2913A, G2916A, G2912A) require
minimum firmware revisions for the GC used with the system. Table 2 lists
these requirements.
Tabl e 2 Minimum GC firmware revisions for 7683B use
GC type Minimum firmware version required
6890A A.03.08 (chip set)
6890 Plus A.03.08 (chip set)
6890N A.05.04
6850 with serial number< US00003200 A.03.03
6850 with serial number > US10243001
(includes 6850 Network and Series II)
A.05.03
6850 handheld controller (G2629A) A.05.02