Dionex ICS-90 User manual

ICS-90 Ion Chromatography System
Installation Instructions
Document No. 031856
Revision 03
December 2006

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Contents
1 • Unpacking the ICS-90 System
1.1 Facility Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Unpacking the ICS-90 System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2.1 Unpacking the ICS-90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2.2 Removing the Pump Shipping Screw . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2 • Installing the ICS-90 System
2.1 Installing the Chromatography Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1.1 Installing the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1.2 Installing the Software License . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1.3 Starting the Chromeleon Server Monitor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
2.2 Connecting the ICS-90 to the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.3 Connecting the Power Cord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
2.4 Turning on the ICS-90 Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
2.5 Setting Up the Chromatography Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.5.1 Creating a Timebase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
2.5.2 Connecting to the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
2.5.3 Verifying Communication with the ICS-90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
2.6 Connecting the Waste Lines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
2.7 Connecting the Gas Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
2.8 Setting Up the Eluent and Regenerant Reservoirs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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2.9 Installing and Plumbing the Columns and Suppressor . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
2.10 Pressurizing the Eluent Reservoir . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
2.11 Priming the Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
2.12 Setting the Pump Flow Rate (ICS-90 only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
2.12.1 Setting the Flow Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
2.12.2 Recording the Measured Flow Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
2.13 Setting the Pump Flow Rate (ICS-90A only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
2.14 Equilibrating the System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
2.15 Verifying Operational Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
2.16 Connecting the AS40 Automated Sampler (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
2.17 Operating the ICS-90 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
2.18 Installation Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

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1 • Unpacking the ICS-90 System
This manual provides instructions for the initial installation of the ICS-90 Ion
Chromatography System (ICS-90). Follow these installation instructions step-by-
step, in the order specified.
A newer version of the ICS-90, called the ICS-90A, has a feature that allows the
approximate flow rate to be displayed in Chromeleon®Chromatography
Management System or Chromeleon Xpress. Unless otherwise specified, all of the
information in this manual applies to both the ICS-90 and the ICS-90A. If you are
unsure which system you have, check the model data label on the rear panel.
It is especially important to install Chromeleon or Chromeleon Xpress
before connecting the USB cable from the computer to the ICS-90 and
before turning on the ICS-90 power.
1.1 Facility Requirements
•Make sure the ICS-90 installation site meets the following environmental
specifications:
Operating Temperature: 10 to 35 °C (50 to 95 °F)
Humidity: 5% to 95% relative humidity, noncondensing
•The ICS-90 requires a sturdy workbench of a height that ensures convenient
access to the interior.
•Allow at least 15 cm (6 in) behind the ICS-90 for power connections and
ventilation. For optimal performance, install the ICS-90 in a draft-free
location, out of the path of air conditioning and heating vents.
•A clean gas source regulated to between 0.55 and 0.83 MPa (80 and 120 psi)
is required for pressurization of the eluent reservoir.
•Use ASTM filtered, Type I (18-megohm) deionized water when preparing
eluent and regenerant.

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1.2 Unpacking the ICS-90 System
1.2.1 Unpacking the ICS-90
1. Open the shipping box.
2. Remove the eluent reservoir assembly and the ICS-90 Ship Kit
(P/N 059947).
3. Remove the foam cover.
4. Using the cardboard side handles, carefully remove the ICS-90 from
the box. You may need to remove the foam at the sides of the ICS-90
before you can lift the instrument from the box.
Lift the ICS-90 only from each side of the cabinet bottom. Lifting from
the front door will damage the door hinges. Use caution when lifting
the module: it weighs 19 kg (42 lb).
Ne soulevez le ICS-90 que par le fond ou les côtés. Son soulèvement
par la porte du panneau avant endommagera les charnières de la
porte. Soyez prudent lorsque vous soulevez le ICS-90: il pèse 19 kg
(42 lb).
Heben Sie das ICS-90 nur an, indem Sie von beiden Seiten unter den
Boden greifen. Wenn Sie das Gerät an der Vordertür anheben,
beschädigen Sie die Türangeln. Vorsicht beim Heben des Moduls: Es
wiegt 19 kg.
5. Set the ICS-90 on a workbench and cut the tape to remove the plastic
surrounding the instrument.
6. Inspect the ICS-90 for any shipping damage.

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1.2.2 Removing the Pump Shipping Screw
1. Carefully lay the ICS-90 on its back or side.
2. Locate the middle screw on the bottom of the ICS-90 (see
Figure 1-1). This screw secures the pump in place during shipment.
3. Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the shipping screw.
4. A screw holder is located to the right of the screw (see Figure 1-1).
Place the screw in the holder for safekeeping. You will need to
reinstall the screw if the ICS-90 is shipped to another location.
5. Return the ICS-90 to an upright position.
Figure 1-1. Pump Shipping Screw Removal
Shipping Screw Screw Holder
Bottom View of ICS-90
Front
Rear

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1.2.3 Unpacking the Computer
Outside North America
1. Remove the computer and all documentation from the computer box
and place them on a workbench.
2. Chromeleon and Chromeleon Xpress run under the Microsoft®
Windows® XP and Windows® 2000 operating systems. Refer to
http://www.dionex.com to verify that the PC meets current system
specifications.
3. Follow the instructions in the computer installation guide to hook up
the PC components.
4. When you finish, go to Section 2.1 to install the chromatography
software.
North America Only
NOTE These instructions assume that Chromeleon or
Chromeleon Xpress and the software license were
installed on the PC before shipment from Dionex.
1. Remove the computer and all documentation from the computer box
and place them on a workbench.
2. Follow the instructions in the computer installation guide to hook up
the PC components.
3. When you finish, go to Section 2.2 to connect the PC to the ICS-90.

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2 • Installing the ICS-90 System
2.1 Installing the Chromatography Software
2.1.1 Installing the Software
NOTE Dionex strongly recommends installing Chromeleon
or Chromeleon Xpress chromatography software
before connecting the ICS-90 to the computer on
which the software is installed. When the
chromatography software is installed first, USB
driver information is loaded automatically and the
Windows operating system will detect the ICS-90
when the power is turned on.
The SETUP.EXE file on the Chromeleon CD-ROM installs Chromeleon
or Chromeleon Xpress. After presenting a series of options for your
consideration, the Setup program then copies the software onto the hard
disk.
1. If this is a local computer, log onto Windows XP or Windows 2000 as
an administrator. If this is a network computer, log on as a user with
local computer administrator privileges.
If necessary, ask the computer systems administrator for temporary
administrator privileges. (Administrator privileges are required to
install Chromeleon or Chromeleon Xpress, but not to operate it.)
2. Verify that the drive on which you plan to install the Chromeleon or
Chromeleon Xpress application has at least 250 MB of free disk
space. This is the amount of free disk space required for operation.
Chromeleon only: 250 MB may not be enough disk space to store
the large amounts of data that Chromeleon can generate. If necessary,
you can store data at a different location (for example, on a network).

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3. Insert the Chromeleon CD-ROM into the PC drive. The Chromeleon
Setup menu should appear.
If the Setup menu does not appear automatically, go to the Autorun
folder on the Chromeleon CD-ROM and double-click autorun.exe.
(The .exe extension is not always visible; it depends on the computer
settings.)
4. Select Launch Chromeleon Setup.
5. Setup now guides you through the installation procedure; follow the
on-screen instructions as they appear.
6. When prompted whether to add the Server Monitor program to the
Startup group, select Yes if the computer will be physically connected
to devices or No if the computer will never be connected to devices.
When Yes is selected, the Server Monitor automatically starts when
the computer is started and the program icon is displayed on the
taskbar.
7. After installing the software, restart the computer.
8. Microsoft Windows should automatically detect the ICS-90 and
launch the Found New Hardware Wizard. (If this does not happen,
refer to the Troubleshooting Tip below.) Complete the wizard by
selecting the following options:
a. If asked whether Windows can connect to Windows Update to
search for software, select No, not this time.
b. Accept the default option (Install the software automatically)
and click Next >.
c. When the wizard reports that the software for the module has
been installed, click Finish.
Troubleshooting Tip
If a Microsoft Windows message box asks for the USB configuration file
(cmwdmusb.inf), it indicates that you connected the ICS-90 to the PC and
turned on the ICS-90 power before installing Chromeleon or Chromeleon
Xpress.
Follow these steps to resolve the problem:
1. Click Cancel in the Windows message box.

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2. Turn off the power to the ICS-90 and unplug the USB cable from the
computer.
3. Install Chromeleon or Chromeleon Xpress.
4. Reconnect the USB cable to the computer and turn on the power to
the ICS-90. Windows will now automatically recognize the ICS-90.
2.1.2 Installing the Software License
In order for the Chromeleon or Chromeleon Xpress computer to control
the ICS-90, a valid software license must be installed. To install the
license, you must first install a dongle on the computer and then enter a
license Key Code in Chromeleon. (A dongle is an adapter that is
connected to the parallel PC interface or USB port. The dongle stores the
serial number of a Chromeleon computer.)
NOTE If the software license is managed via a License
Server, a dongle is not required.
1. Plug the dongle into the appropriate port on the computer (either a
parallel or USB port, depending on the type of dongle). For a parallel
port dongle, be sure to tighten the connector screws.
2. If it is not already running, start the Chromeleon Server Monitor
(select Start > Chromeleon > Server Monitor).
The Server Monitor window opens.

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•If Chromeleon or Chromeleon Xpress was installed on the
computer before shipping, the Server Monitor status will display
“Chromeleon Server is running idle.” (This is because the license
Key Code was entered before shipping.) If this is the case, click
Close and go Section 2.5.1 to create a timebase.
•If Chromeleon or Chromeleon Xpress was not pre-installed, the
Server Monitor status displays “Chromeleon Server is running
idle (Evaluation Mode).” (see Figure 2-1). If this is the case, go
on to Step 3.
Figure 2-1. Server Evaluation Mode
3. Open the Chromeleon Server Configuration program (select Start >
Chromeleon > Server Configuration).

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4. Select Edit > Properties to open the Server Configuration properties
dialog box (see Figure 2-2). Click Dongle and then enter the Key
Code provided with the Chromeleon license. Click OK.
Figure 2-2. Server Configuration Properties
5. Check the Server Monitor status. It should now display “Chromeleon
Server is running idle.” (see Figure 2-3).
Figure 2-3. Server Running
6. Click Close to close the Server Monitor window.

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2.1.3 Starting the Chromeleon Server Monitor
1. If the Chromeleon Server Monitor program did not start
automatically, start it now by double-clicking the Server Monitor icon
on the Windows taskbar.
If the Server Monitor icon is not on the taskbar, click Start on the
taskbar and select All Programs (or Programs, depending on the
operating system) > Chromeleon > Server Monitor.
2. If the server is not already running, start it by clicking Start.
3. Click Close to close the Server Monitor program window.
The Server Monitor icon appears on the taskbar.
NOTE Clicking the Quit Monitor button quits (or
exits) the Server Monitor program, but does not
stop the server. To stop the server, click the Stop
button.

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2.2 Connecting the ICS-90 to the Computer
The ICS-90 rear panel (see Figure 2-4) provides one USB receptacle. Select one
of the following methods for connecting the ICS-90 to the PC on which
Chromeleon or Chromeleon Xpress is installed:
•Connect the ICS-90 directly to a USB port on the PC.
•If there are no unused USB ports on the PC, connect the ICS-90 to an external
USB hub (P/N 060392) and connect the PC to the hub.
If the dongle provided with Chromeleon or Chromeleon Xpress is for a USB port,
remember to reserve a USB port on either the PC or the hub for the dongle.
Before connecting the USB cable and turning on the ICS-90 power,
verify that Chromeleon or Chromeleon Xpress is installed on the PC
(see Section 2.1.1).
Figure 2-4. ICS-90 Rear Panel
Main Power
Receptacle
Power Switch
Waste Lines
Liquid Lines
USB
Receptacle
TTL
Connector

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To connect the ICS-90 directly to the PC:
1. Locate the USB cable (P/N 960777) provided in the ICS-90 Ship Kit
(P/N 059947).
2. Plug the “A” connector of the USB cable into the USB port on the PC
(see Figure 2-5).
3. Plug the “B” connector of the USB cable into the USB receptacle on
the ICS-90 rear panel (see Figure 2-5).
Figure 2-5. Example Connections: One ICS-90 Connected to the Computer
USB Cable
(P/N 960777)
A
B
Plug the “B”
into the USB
receptacle on the ICS-90.
USB cable’s
connector
Plug the “A”
into USB
port on the PC.
USB cable’s
connector the
ICS-90
PC
To connect the ICS-90 to an external hub (P/N 060392):
The ICS-90 Ship Kit (P/N 059947) includes one USB cable
(P/N 960777). You must order another USB cable for this configuration.
The USB standard limits the USB cable length to 5 m (5.5 yds). Each
USB device can be separated from the PC by no more than five hubs.
Thus, each USB device can be located no more than 30 m (32 yds)
from the PC.
Carefully secure all USB cables, the external hub, and the hub power
cable so that they cannot be accidentally disconnected.
1. Plug the “A” connector of a USB cable into a port on the external
USB hub (see Figure 2-6).
2. Plug the “B” connector of the cable into the USB receptacle on the
ICS-90 rear panel (see Figure 2-6).

Figure 2-6. Example Connections: Multiple Modules Connected to an External Hub
B
B
B
B
A
A
A
A
USB Cables
Plug the USB cable’s “B” connector
into the USB receptacle on the ICS-90.
Plug the USB cable’s “A” connector
into the “A” port on the USB hub. Plug the USB cable’s “A” connector
into the USB port on the PC.
Plug the USB cable’s “B” connector
into the “B” port on the USB hub.
USB Hub
USB
Device USB
Device
PC
ICS-90
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3. Plug the “A” connector of a USB cable into a USB port on the
computer (see Figure 2-6).
4. Plug the “B” connector of the cable into a port on the USB hub.
2.3 Connecting the Power Cord
1. A label on the ICS-90 rear panel indicates the line frequency (60 Hz or 50 Hz)
and voltage (110 to 120 VAC or 220 to 240 VAC) for which the system is
designed. Make sure the frequency and voltage are appropriate for your
location. If you are unsure, consult an electrician.
2. Connect the power cord (IEC 320 C13) from the main power receptacle on
the rear panel (see Figure 2-4)to a grounded power source.
SHOCK HAZARD—To avoid electrical shock, use a grounded
receptacle. Do not operate the ICS-90 or connect it to AC power mains
without an earthed ground connection.
The power supply cord is used as the main disconnect device. Make
sure the socket-outlet is located near the ICS-90 and is easily
accessible.

Operation at AC input levels outside of the specified operating voltage
range may damage the ICS-90.
DANGER D'ÉLECTROCUTION—Pour éviter toute électrocution, il faut
utiliser une prise de courant avec prise de terre. Ne l'utilisez pas et ne
le branchez pas au secteur C.A. sans utiliser de branchement mis à la
terre.
Le cordon d'alimentation principal est utilisé comme dispositif
principal de débranchement. Veillez à ce que la prise de base soit
située/installée près du module et facilement accessible.
STROMSCHLAGGEFAHR—Zur Vermeidung von elektrischen
Schlägen ist eine geerdete Steckdose zu verwenden. Das Gerät darf
nicht ohne Erdung betrieben bzw. an Wechselstrom angeschlossen
werden.
Das Netzkabel ist das wichtigste Mittel zur Stromunterbrechung.
Stellen Sie sicher, daß sich die Steckdose nahe am Gerät befindet und
leicht zugänglich ist.
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2.4 Turning on the ICS-90 Power
Before turning on the ICS-90 power, verify that Chromeleon or
Chromeleon Xpress is installed. If the chromatography software is not
installed first, the Windows operating system will be unable to identify
the new USB device.
1. Turn on the computer power. If this is a local computer, log onto Windows XP
or Windows 2000 as an administrator. If this is a network computer, log on
as a user with local computer administrator privileges.
2. Turn on the power to the ICS-90. The operating system automatically detects
the new USB device. A message flashes on the screen to inform you that the
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2.5 Setting Up the Chromatography Software
2.5.1 Creating a Timebase
1. In the Server Configuration program, select Edit > Add Timebase.
2. A clock icon appears under the server name with a default name
highlighted. To use the default name, press Enter. To use a different
name, type the name and press Enter. Figure 2-7 shows an example
timebase named ICS-90.
Figure 2-7. Example: Creating a Timebase
3. Select Edit >Add Device. The Add device to timebase dialog box
appears.
Figure 2-8. Add Device to Timebase Dialog Box

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4. Select ICS-90 IC System from the list and click OK. A dialog box
appears.
Figure 2-9. ICS-90 Configuration Properties: Live Mode
5. On the General tab page, Live Mode is selected by default. Select
the ICS-90 serial number from the drop-down list. If you are
installing more than one ICS-90, you can verify the serial number for
each system by checking the label at the top of the component panel
(see Figure 2-16).