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06/24/98
Quest 210 Manual Addendum - Auto Solvent Wash Option.
Part Number 102531
Rev A
6/ 19/98
Copyright
0 1998by Argonaut Technologies
887 Industrial Rd., Suite G
San Carlos, CA 94070
All rights reserved. Printed
in the United States.
Argonaut Technologies reserves the right to make changes in any products herein to improve
reliability, function, or design. Argonaut Technologies does not assume any liability arising out of the
application or use of any product or circuit described herein; neither does it convey any license.
Quest 210 is a registered trademark of Argonaut Technologies. Other product names in this
document are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective holders.
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Table of Contents
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1 QUEST 210 LIMITED WARRANTY AGREEMENT 4
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1 . 1 WARRANTY TERM 4
1.2 WHOISPROTECTED
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1.3 WHATISCOVERED 4
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1.4 WHATISNOTCOVERED 4
............................................................................................. 1.4.1 Preparation and Installation 5
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1.5 HowToGETWARRANTYSERVICE 5
1.5.1 ContactInformation
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2 LABORATORY SAFETY ........................................................................................................... 6
2.1 MATERIALSAFETYDATASHEETS(MSDS)
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3
STATEMENT OFPURPOSE ...................................................................................................... 6
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4 AUTOMATED SOLVENTWASH OVERVIEW 6
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5 SITE REQUIREMENTS 7
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5.1 SPACEREQUIREMENTS 7
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5.2 ELECTRICALREQUIREMENTS 7
5.3 GASREQUIREMENTS
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5.4 WASTEREQUIREMENTS
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5.5 VENTILATIONREQUIREMENTS 8
6 INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................... 9
6.1 INSTALLATIONPARTS ............................................................................................................... 9
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6.2 INSTALLATIONPROCEDURE 9
7
AUTOMATED SOLVENTWASH OPERATIONALCHECKOUT ..................................... 13
7.1 AUTODETECTION
OF AUTOMATEDSOLVENTWASHCONFIGURATION ................................. 13
7.2 MANUALOPERATIONVERIFICATION
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USING THE AUTOMATED SOLVENTWASH OPTION .................................................... 14
8.1 SET-UP ..................................................................................................................................... 14
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8.1.1 ASWM Set-up Procedure 15
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8.2 DETERMINING THE SOLVENTDELIVERYTIMES 15
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8.2.1 Delivery Timing Procedure 15
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8.3 THEAUTOMATEDSOLVENTWASHPROGRAM 16
8.3.1 Programming anAutomated Solvent WashProcedure
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8.4 WASHTIMING
PPLRAMSMENU
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8.4.1 Adjusting WashTimingParams Procedure
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8.5 STARTING
THE AUTOMATEDSOLVENTWASHPROGRAM ...................................................... 19
8.5.1 Automated Solvent WashStart UpProcedure
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8.6 Rm TIMEFEATURES 20
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8.6.1 Mod?fyinga Running Automated Solvent WashProgram 20
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8.7 COMPLETING AN AUTOMATEDSOLVENTWASH 21
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8.7.1 Solvent Bottle Depressurization 22
9 PLUMBING DIAGRAMS ........................................................................................................... 23
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9.1 QUEST210ASW CONTROLLERUNITPLUMBINGSCHEMATIC 24
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9.2 QUEST21 0 ASWM PLUMBINGSCHEMATIC 25
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Figure I - Recommended Set-up of a Quest 210 with the Automated Solvent WashOption 7
Figure 2 -ASW Controller UnitRear View 10
Figure 3 - ASW Controller UnitFront View
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Figure 4 -Automated Solvent WashModule (ASWW Front Panel
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Figure 5 - Bottle CapAssembly
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Figure 6 - Firmware VersionScreen 13
Figure 7 - A UTO SOL VENT WASHMenu - Program 1 selected 16
Figure 8 - AUTOSOLVENT WASHMenu -first line displayed 17
Figure 9 - "PressMODE to Exit'' Menu 18
Figure 10 - WASHTIMEPARAMS Menu 18
Figure 11 - "ToStart At" Menu 19
Figure 12 - Screens Displayed During Operation 2
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Figure 13 - Editing An Active Parameter 20
Figure 14 - Program Pause Menu 21
Tables
Table 1-Automated Solvent WashOption Parts 9
Table 2 - ASWM Solvent Bottle Locations 12
Table 3 - ASWMSet-up 15
Table 4 - Solvent WashProgram - Lines 1-4
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1.1 Warranty Term
The standard warranty agreement begins on the ship date of the Quest 2 10 Automated Solvent Wash
Option and terminates 1year from that date unless other contractual agreements have been arranged.
1.2 Who Is Protected
This warranty may be enforced by the original purchaser only.
1.3 What Is Covered
Argonaut Technologies warrants the Quest 21 0 system and Options against defects in materials and
workmanship for the term of the Warranty Agreement. Argonaut Technologieswill use reasonable
effortsto repair or replace the product, at its sole discretion, at no charge provided that Argonaut
Technologies is notified in a timely manner of defectswithin the warranty period.
Additional expenses covered by warranty are:
1. Labor and materials for covered items.
2. Shipping of repaired systems and accessories back to the customer after service.
3. Shipment costs for repair parts sent to the customer for repair.
Consumable products or the like are only warranted to conform to the quantity and content stated on
the label at the time of delivery.
1.4 What Is Not Covered
Argonaut Technologies makes and Buyer receives no other warranty expressed or implied and all
warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are expressly excluded. Neither
party shall have any liability with respect to its obligations under this agreement for consequential,
exemplary, or incidental damages even if it has been advised of the possibility of such damages.
Argonaut does not warrant and will not be held responsible for loss or damages resulting from a cause
other than defects in material or workmanship, including:
1. Damage caused by servicing or modification by the customer other than what is recommended in
the customer servicing and maintenance documentation, or which has not been recommended by
a qualified Argonaut Technologiestechnical support representative.
2. Damage caused by neglect, accident or any natural disaster, including earthquake, lightning,
flood, or fire; electrical surges or use of improper power sources.
3. Damage caused by failure to perform routine preventative maintenance as specified in the user
operation manual.
4. Damage caused by non-conformance to recommended instrument operation procedures.
5. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified, or removed.
6. Damage caused by shipment of the product (claims must be presented to the carrier).
7. Any accessories used in connection with the product, which are not covered under warranty.
Additional Expenses not covered by warranty are:
1. Removal or installation of the system or accessories.
2. Costs associated with installation, including adjustment of user controls.
3. Shipment costs to return systems or accessories to the factory for repair.
4. Shipment boxes or packaging used to return systems or accessories to the factory for repair.
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1.4.1 Preparation and Installation
Unless other contractual agreements have been arranged, it is the responsibility of the customer to
unpack, move the equipment to its location and perform the installation as described in this manual.
Contact your local Argonaut Technologies Representative for pricing of installation services by a
qualified Argonaut Technologies Representative.
Note: It is the customer's responsibilityto retain original system packaging.
1.5
How To GetWarranty Service
Argonaut Technologies has a fully staffed technical support hot line to help you repair minor
problems over the phone, FAX or email. Major repairs that cannot be handled over the phone are
repaired at the nearest Quest 210 repair center. Argonaut Technologies does not perform on site repair
ofthe Quest unless other contractual agreements have been pre-arranged.
1.5.1 Contact Information
Be sure to have the serial number of your Quest ready when you call. It can be found on the
waste tray bracket on the Reactor Unit.
North America:
Argonaut Technologies
887 Industrial Road, Suite G
San Carlos, CA. 94070
Toll free number for USA and Canada: 888.598.1350
PHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
EMAIL: [email protected]
Web Page address: http://www.argotech.com
Europe: Japan:
Argonaut TechnologiesA.G. Argonaut Technologies K.K.
St. Jakobsstrasse 148 MK Komachi Bldg. 4-2- 1
Postfach 43 Kojimachi Chiyoda-Ku,
4132 Muttenz 2, Switzerland Tokyo 102,Japan
PHONE: [phone] PHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone] FAX: [phone]
E-MAIL: [email protected]
Note: If you have any questions or comments regarding the content of this manual or
instrument installation requirements, please contact Argonaut Technologies at the phone
numbers or e-mail addresses provided above.
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Safety is everyone's concern. Your laboratory has specificpractices and policies designed to protect
personnel from potential hazards, both obvious and hidden. When working with a Quest
2 10 with the
Automated Solvent Wash Option we recommend thatthe following safety equipment be readily
available: Fire extinguisher, eye wash station, safety shower, eye protection, lab coat, and hand
protection. Adherence to these recommendations, aswell asthe other requirements presented in this
manual, will help to ensure both the successful installation and safe use of our equipment.
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WARNING:
If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the
protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
2.1 Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
The MSDS associated with each chemical used with this instrument must be kept at your facility for
easy reference by employees.
3 STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
This manual will assist in installation and use of the Quest 210 Automated Solvent Wash Option.
This manual was designed to be used in conjunction with the standard Quest Manual. When used in
this manner, this addendum will help to simplify installation and ensure that the Automated Solvent
Wash Option operates as designed.
WARNING: The Quest 210 Organic Synthesizerwith Automated Solvent Wash is designed to
be used for chemical synthesis including potentially hazardous chemical reactions. The
potential hazards of chemical synthesis include but are not limited to burns, explosions, and
exposure totoxic chemicals and carcinogens.Always wear eye protection, protective clothing
and suitable gloves. Operate the instrumentin a fume hood.
In addition to the features of the standard Quest, the Auto Solvent Wash Option provides the benefit
of programmable wash cyclesusing up to four solvents. The Automated Solvent Wash Option
consists of two main assemblies:
ASW Controller Unit - The Controller Unit for a Quest 210 with the Automated Solvent Wash
Option contains additional softwareto allow programming of wash cycles. Additional hardware
in the ASW Controller Unit includes dual inlet gas connections, a new distribution manifold,
additional solenoid valves to control the valves in the Automated Solvent Wash Module (ASWM)
and a connection for the Automated Solvent Wash Module harness. Refer to section 9.1 for a
plumbing schematic for the Controller Unit.
Automated Solvent Wash Module (ASWM) - The ASWM can hold up to four solvent bottles
with Bottles CapAssemblies. These solvent Bottle Cap Assemblies are identical to the one used
on the standard Quest. The ASWM also contains the tubing and valves that control the
automated delivery of the four solvents to the Reactor Unit. Four Toggle switches on the front
panel allow for manual delivery of solvents with a fifth toggle switch for purge gas (inert gas used
to clear lines after solvent delivery). A harness connects the ASWM to the Controller Unit and
provides the operating gas pressures for the ASWM valves. Refer to section
9.2 for a plumbing
schematic for the ASWM.
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The following information provides space, electrical, gas, waste, and ventilation requirements for the
Automated Solvent Wash Option. Adherence to the following will result in trouble free installation.
5.1 Space Requirements
The space requirements for the ASW Controller Unit remain the same as the standard Quest and can
be found in the Quest User Manual. The
ASWM requires bench space that is 17 inches wide,22
inches deep and
18 inches tall within a fumehood. This bench space must be capable of supporting 58
pounds and be located between the Reactor and Controller units. See Figure 1 for the recommended
set-up of a Quest
210 with the Automated Solvent Wash Option.
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Unit ,Automated Solvent Wash Module ,ASW Controller Unit
Figure 1 -Recommended Set-up of a Quest 210 with the Automated Solvent Wash Option
Note: The ASW Controller Unit must be placed external to the fume hood. Sensitive electronic
assemblies could be degraded and/or damaged if placed in an environmentwith a high level of
chemical vapors.
5.2 Electrical Requirements
The electrical requirements for the ASW Controller Unit are the same as for the standard Quest and
can be found in the Quest manual. Since the ASWM is controlled pneumatically there are no
additional electrical requirements.
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