Agilent Technologies SPS 4 User manual

Agilent Technologies
Agilent SPS 4
Autosampler
User’s Guide

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Contents
Agilent SPS 4 Autosampler User’s Guide 3
Contents
1 Safety Practices and Hazards
Electrical Hazards 8
Flammable Liquids 9
Other Precautions 9
Safety Symbols 10
Warning Symbols 11
CE Compliance 12
Environmental Conditions 12
Electromagnetic Compatibility 13
2 Introduction
Overview 16
Front and Rear Views 17
Front View 17
Rear View 19
Intended Use 21
Specifications 22
Environmental 22
Power 22
Weights and Dimensions 23
Key Specifications 23
Options and Accessories 25
3 Installation
Installation Procedure 30
Orientation 30
Bench Requirements 32

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Inspection and Unpacking 32
Unpacking and Lifting 32
Installing the Cover Kit 34
Fitting the Spill Tray 34
Installing the Rack Location Mat 36
Installing the Wash Reservoir 37
Installing the Standards Rack 39
Installing the Sample Racks 40
Fitting the Sample Probe 42
Fitting the Wash Pump Tubing 44
Two Drain Arrangements 46
Loading Wash Pump Tubing 47
Pressure Plate Adjustment 48
Connecting the Power and the Communications Cable 48
Confirming the Operation 50
Setting up the Instrument Controlling Software for SPS 4 50
Notes on Lifting the Autosampler 51
4Operation
Starting up the Autosampler 54
Shutting Down the Autosampler 55
Flushing the Wash Reservoir and Flow Path 55
Software Control 56
5 Maintenance
Routine Maintenance 58
Cleaning 58

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Replacing the Wash Pump Tubing 59
Lubrication 60
Service 60
Spare Parts 60
6 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Guide 64
Power Supply Problems 65
Operating State Problems 65
Error Indicator Codes 66
Initialization Problems 68
Probing Problems 69
Probe Arm Jam 69
When the Sample Probe Hits an Object 69
Communication Problems 70
7 Running the Calibration Wizard
Before User Calibration 72
Calibration Wizard Overview 72
Performing User Calibration 74
Error List 79
AAppendices
Installing the Cover Kit 82
Introduction 82
Tools Required 83
Unpacking your Autosampler Cover 83
Installing your Autosampler Cover 84
Door Operation 91

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Connections 92
Care and Maintenance 92
Preventing Earthquake Damage 94
Default Rinse Materials 95

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Agilent SPS 4 Autosampler
User’s Guide
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Safety Practices and Hazards
Electrical Hazards 8
Flammable Liquids 9
Other Precautions 9
Safety Symbols 10
Your Agilent SPS 4 autosampler has been carefully designed
so that when used properly you have an accurate, fast,
flexible and safe analytical system.
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by
Agilent, the protection provided by the equipment may be
impaired.
Information about safety practices appears throughout the
documentation provided with your equipment. Before using
the equipment, ensure you read these safety practices
carefully.
Observe all relevant safety practices at all times.

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Electrical Hazards
The Agilent SPS 4 contains electrical circuits, devices, and components
operating at dangerous voltages. Contact with these circuits, devices and
components can cause death, serious injury, or painful electrical shock.
To reduce the risks of electrical shock, this equipment employs a
three- wire electrical cord and plug to ground the equipment. To use this
safety feature:
•Ensure the matching wall outlet receptacle is properly wired and
grounded correctly.
•Never use a three- wire to two- wire plug adapter.
•Never use a two wire extension cord or a non- grounded multiple outlet
receptacle strip.
•Do not use any power cord other than that supplied with this
equipment.
•The power cord set that is shipped with this equipment cannot be used
with other products.
•Position the autosampler so that it is easy to access the mains power
on the wall outlet or to remove the power cord from the autosampler or
wall outlet.
•Only Agilent- trained, Agilent- qualified, or Agilent- approved customer
support representatives may open panels or covers that are secured by
screws. Removal of such panels or covers can expose parts that involve
the risk of electric shock or personal injury.
Application of the wrong supply voltage can create a fire hazard and a
potentially serious shock hazard, and can seriously damage the
autosampler.
Do not connect the autosampler to the mains power supply until all
checks and settings have been completed.
Replace or repair faulty or frayed insulation on power cords.
NOTE This equipment is rated Equipment Class I.

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Flammable Liquids
Observe the following precautions when using your autosampler in
conjunction with flammable liquids.
To reduce the risk of fire:
•Ensure the following autosampler parts do not contact the surface of
the fluid or have parts near the surface of the fluid:
•parts that consume power
•parts that produce heat
•parts that conduct heat from other areas in any form
•Ensure no parts in or near the fluid surface are capable of igniting a
flammable liquid.
•Operators must adhere to standard laboratory practices for the safe
handling of flammable liquids.
Other Precautions
Use of the autosampler in any manner other than that specified by Agilent
may impair the protection provided by the equipment.
Use of the autosampler may involve materials, solvents and solutions that
are flammable, corrosive, toxic or otherwise hazardous.
Careless, improper, or unskilled use of materials, solvents and solutions
can create explosions, fire, toxicity and other hazards that can result in
death, serious personal injury and damage to equipment and property.
WARNING The autosampler must always be connected to protective earth through the power
cord. Position the autosampler so that it is easy to access the mains power switch
on the wall outlet or to remove the power cord from the autosampler or wall outlet.

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Always ensure that laboratory safety practices governing the use, handling
and disposal of such materials are strictly observed. These safety practices
should include the wearing of appropriate safety clothing and safety
glasses.
Components of the autosampler move automatically and at speed.
Safety Symbols
The general definitions of safety symbols used on equipment or in
manuals are listed below.
Direct current.
On supply.
Off supply.
Hazardous voltage and potential for electrical shock. Do not touch
terminals that have this symbol when the equipment is on.
Caution, refer to accompanying documentation. Equipment marked with
this symbol indicates that it is necessary for the user to refer to the
instruction manual.
The CE mark shows that the product complies with all applicable
European Directives.
The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian Standards
Association.
WARNING Keep clear of the probe arm assembly during operation to prevent injury.
NOTE A protective cover is available to prevent accidental contact with the probe arm assembly.
Contact your local Agilent representative for further information.
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