Endress+Hauser Analytik Jena Automatic Boat Drive User manual

Operating Manual
Automatic Boat Drive

Manufacturer Analytik Jena GmbH
Konrad-Zuse-Straße 1
07745 Jena / Germany
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Technical Service AnalytikJenaGmbH
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07745 Jena / Germany
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Documentation Number 11-889.687
Edition B (01/2021)
Technical Documentation Analytik Jena GmbH
© Copyright 2021, Analytik Jena GmbH
For a proper and safe use of this product follow the instructions.
Keep the operating manual for future reference.

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Table of contents
1 Basic information............................................................................................................................................................ 5
1.1 Notes on the operating manual....................................................................................................................... 5
1.2 Intended use ..................................................................................................................................................... 6
2 Safety instructions .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 General notes.................................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1.1 Safety markings ................................................................................................................................................ 7
2.2 Safety notes on the ABD .................................................................................................................................. 8
2.3 Decontamination after soiling ......................................................................................................................... 9
2.4 Safety instructions – maintenance and repair ................................................................................................ 9
2.5 Behavior in hazardous situations .................................................................................................................... 9
3 Technical description...................................................................................................................................................... 10
3.1 Structure of the ABD......................................................................................................................................... 10
3.1.1 Main components............................................................................................................................................. 10
3.1.2 Guide tube with hook ....................................................................................................................................... 11
3.1.3 Device switch/interfaces/LED indicators ........................................................................................................ 11
3.1.4 Sample sluice with flap and injection port ...................................................................................................... 12
3.1.5 ABD connection piece....................................................................................................................................... 12
3.1.6 Control elements .............................................................................................................................................. 13
3.1.7 Type plate.......................................................................................................................................................... 14
3.2 Principle of operation....................................................................................................................................... 14
4 First commissioning........................................................................................................................................................ 15
4.1 Location requirements ..................................................................................................................................... 15
4.1.1 Installation conditions...................................................................................................................................... 15
4.1.2 Spatial requirements ........................................................................................................................................ 15
4.1.3 Power supply..................................................................................................................................................... 15
4.1.4 Gas supply ......................................................................................................................................................... 15
4.2 Unpacking and setting up the ABD.................................................................................................................. 16
5 Operation ........................................................................................................................................................................ 17
5.1 Basic Information ............................................................................................................................................. 17
5.2 Preparing the quartz boat for the analysis...................................................................................................... 17
5.3 Manual sampling.............................................................................................................................................. 18
5.4 Sampling using the sampler............................................................................................................................. 19
6 Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................................................. 21
6.1 General notes.................................................................................................................................................... 21
6.2 Equipment faults and analytical problems...................................................................................................... 21
6.2.1 General notes.................................................................................................................................................... 21
6.2.2 Device error....................................................................................................................................................... 22
6.2.3 Analytic problems ............................................................................................................................................. 23
7 Maintenance and care.................................................................................................................................................... 24
7.1 Maintenance intervals...................................................................................................................................... 24
7.2 Gas tightness..................................................................................................................................................... 24

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7.3 Installing/disconnecting the ABD at the combustion tube ............................................................................ 25
7.3.1 Installing the ABD at the combustion tube..................................................................................................... 25
7.3.2 Disconnecting the ABD from the combustion tube ........................................................................................ 27
7.4 Replacing the septum and cleaning the sluice at the ABD............................................................................. 28
7.5 Replacing the seal at the sample sluice of the ABD ....................................................................................... 29
7.6 Cleaning the ABD connection piece................................................................................................................. 29
7.7 Cleaning and replacing the hook at the ABD.................................................................................................. 30
7.8 Cleaning or replacing the guide tube............................................................................................................... 31
8 Transport and storage .................................................................................................................................................... 33
8.1 Transport........................................................................................................................................................... 33
8.1.1 Preparing the ABD for transport...................................................................................................................... 33
8.1.2 Transport notes ................................................................................................................................................ 33
8.1.3 Moving the ABD in the laboratory................................................................................................................... 34
8.2 Storage .............................................................................................................................................................. 34
8.3 Re-commissioning............................................................................................................................................ 35
8.3.1 Setting up the ABD ........................................................................................................................................... 35
8.3.2 Connecting the ABD to the analyzer................................................................................................................ 35
9 Disposal ........................................................................................................................................................................... 38
9.1 Consumables..................................................................................................................................................... 38
9.2 ABD.................................................................................................................................................................... 38
10 Specifications .................................................................................................................................................................. 39
10.1 Standards and directives .................................................................................................................................. 40
Index................................................................................................................................................................................ 43

Automatic Boat Drive Basic information
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1 Basic information
1.1 Notes on the operating manual
The Automatic Boat Drive (ABD) is a system module of the modular analyzer models
multiEA5000/ multiEA5100 and multiX2500. The ABD is controlled via the multi-
Win software.
This operating manual is therefore only valid in conjunction with the following docu-
ments:
¡multiEA5000/ multiEA5100 ormultiX2500 user manual
¡multiWin software manual
The sample feeding module is intended for operation by qualified specialist personnel
observing this operating manual.
The operating manual gives information about the design and operation of the sample
feeding module and provides operating personnel familiar with analysis the necessary
know-how for the safe handling of the device and its components. It further includes
notes on the maintenance and service of the equipment and potential causes and reme-
dies of any faults.
Conventions Instructions for actions which occur in chronological order are numbered and combined
in action units.
Warnings are indicated by a warning triangle and a signal word. The type, source and
consequences of the hazard are stated together with notes on preventing the hazard.
Elements of the control and analysis program are indicated as follows:
¡Program terms are in bold (e.g., the System menu).
¡Buttons are indicated by square brackets (e.g., [OK]).
¡Menu items are separated by vertical lines (e.g., System | Device).
Symbols and signal words used
in this manual
The user manual uses the following symbols and signal words to indicate hazards or in-
structions. The warnings are always placed before an action.
WARNING
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which can cause death or very serious (possi-
bly permanent) injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which can cause slight or minor injuries.
NOTICE
Provides information on potential material or environmental damage.

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1.2 Intended use
The ABD is intended for the horizontal operating mode of the multiEA5000/
multiEA5100 or the multiX2500. The ABD can be used to introduce solid or liquid
samples that have been placed in quartz glass boats into the analyzer's combustion sys-
tem. Via the injection port of the sample sluice, it is also possible to introduce gaseous
samples.
The ABD can only be used in conjunction with the multiEA5000/ multiEA5100 or the
multiX2500. The modules are controlled by the multiWin control and analysis soft-
ware.
The ABD may only be used for the sample feeding procedures described in this operat-
ing manual. Any other use is not as intended!
The intended use also requires that you observe the notes in the user manuals for the
multiEA5000/ multiEA5100 and multiX2500 and in the multiWin software manual.

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2 Safety instructions
2.1 General notes
NOTICE
This user manual is only valid in conjunction with the following documents:
user manual of the analyzer and software manual of the multiWin control and analysis
software.
Observe in particular the notes in the "Safety notes" chapters of the user manuals. The
notes included there apply analog also to the ABD without any limitations. Special dan-
ger emanating from the ABD is referred to in the following chapters.
For your own safety and to ensure error-free and safe operation of the ABD, please read
this chapter carefully before commissioning.
Observe all safety notes listed in this user manual and observe all messages and dis-
played by the control and analysis software on the monitor.
2.1.1 Safety markings
The warning labels and safety symbols attached to the device are an integral part of the
device and must be strictly observed.
CAUTION
Danger of incorrect actions leading to personal injury and material damage due
to missing warning notes!
Warning notes and safety symbols must not be removed!
Before switching on the device, check that warning notes and safety symbols are com-
plete and intact.
Do not put the device into operation if warning notes or safety symbols are missing or
damaged.
Damaged or missing warning notes or safety symbols must be replaced without delay.
The following symbols are attached to the device:
Symbol Meaning Remark
Disconnect the power
supply before opening
the device cover.
Before opening the device cover,
switch off the device and disconnect
the mains plug from the mains
socket.
Observe the operating
manual
Before starting work, read the oper-
ating manual.
Warning against a haz-
ard location!
Warning against mechanical danger
from moving equipment parts!

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Symbol Meaning Remark
Warning of hand in-
juries!
Warning against crushing resulting
from device components which are
moving!
For People's Republic
of China only
The device contains controlled sub-
stances. Analytik Jena warrants that
these substances will not be re-
leased from the device within the
next 25years provided the device is
employed as intended.
Table1: Warning symbols
2.2 Safety notes on the ABD
Observe the following notes when connecting and operating the ABD:
¡Position the ABD in such a manner that unintentional pushing or moving of the de-
vice is prevented. Pushing or moving the device can cause the ABD connection piece
or the combustion tube to break!
¡For safe positioning and easy and correct alignment of the ABD, always fit the guide
rail to the analyzer to protect the ABD connection piece or the combustion tube
against glass breakage.
¡Never operate the ABD without the protective cover placed over the guide tube! In
case of a faulty gas supply there may be explosive detonations of the sample with
destruction of the guide tube!
¡Only connect the ABD to a properly grounded mains outlet in accordance with the
voltage specifications on the type plate. Observe in particular the notes in the "Elec-
trical safety notes" chapters of the user manuals for the analyzer and also the notes
in chapter (→ "Power supply" 15) of this user manual.
¡Connect the ABD only via the provided interfaces to the analyzer:
– "RS 232 multi EA" interface at the rear of the device
– Interface "sampler" at the rear of the analyzer
CAUTION
In case of an emergency shutdown, observe the notes in the manual of the analyzer.
¡The supply of hazardous substances (for a definition, see the manual of the ana-
lyzer) is the exclusive responsibility of the operator. Always wear goggles and pro-
tective gloves!
¡Do not touch components directly involved in the analysis process (sluice, quartz
boats, adsorption material, ...) with your bare hands. Touching these components
with your bare hands can result in problems with blank values. Always wear suitable
protective gloves.
¡The device may only be connected to power sources whose nominal voltage is the
same as that on the rating plate of the equipment. Do not replace the removable
power cable of the device with a power cable that does not meet the specifications
(with no protective ground conductor). Extensions of the supply cable are not per-
mitted!

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2.3 Decontamination after soiling
Observe the following:
¡The operator is responsible for carrying out suitable decontamination should the de-
vice become contaminated externally or internally with dangerous substances.
¡Splashes, drops or larger liquid spillages should be removed using an absorbent ma-
terial such as cotton wool, laboratory wipes or cellulose.
¡For biological contamination, wipe the affected area with a suitable disinfectant,
such as an Incidin Plus solution. Then wipe the cleaned areas so that they are dry.
¡The only suitable cleaning method for the housing is wipe disinfection. If the disin-
fectant has a spray nozzle, apply disinfectant to a suitable cloth before using it on
the device.
Particular care must be taken if infectious materials are analyzed with the device, as
the device cannot be decontaminated as a single unit.
¡Before using a cleaning or decontamination procedure other than that prescribed by
the manufacturer, the user is required to check with the manufacturer that the in-
tended procedure will not damage the device. Safety labels attached to the device
must not have methanol applied.
2.4 Safety instructions – maintenance and repair
The device is generally maintained by the customer service department of Analytik Jena
or specialist personnel trained and authorized by them.
Unauthorized maintenance can damage the device. For this reason, only the activities
described in the user manual in the "Maintenance and care" chapter may be performed
by the operator.
¡Only clean the exterior of the device with a slightly moistened, non-dripping cloth.
Use only water and, if required, customary surfactants.
¡All maintenance and repair work on the device must only be carried out when the
device is switched off (unless specified otherwise).
¡Allow the device to cool down before any maintenance work or replacement of sys-
tem components.
¡The gas supply must be shut off before performing any maintenance or repair work
(unless specified otherwise).
¡Use only original spare parts, wear parts and consumables. They have been tested
and ensure safe operation. Glass part are wear parts and are not subject to the war-
ranty.
¡All protective equipment must be reinstalled and checked for proper function when
the maintenance or repair work is complete.
¡Check that all hose connections are gas-tight after maintenance.
2.5 Behavior in hazardous situations
In hazardous situations or in the event of an accident, immediately switch off the ABD at
the main switch and pull the mains connector from the power outlet (see manual of the
analyzer)!

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3 Technical description
3.1 Structure of the ABD
3.1.1 Main components
The ABD sampler module is a system module for the horizontal operating mode of the
modular analyzer models multiEA5000/ multiEA5100 and multiX2500.
The ABD is used to transport quartz boats into the combustion tube of the analyzer. The
boats can accept liquid or solid substances. The ABD can also be used for the analysis of
gas or liquid gas samples (refer to the user manuals of the gas samplers).
The ABD consists of the following main components:
¡cooled sample sluice with flap
¡injection port for liquids and gases
¡guide tube
¡hook
¡protective cover
¡guide rail
¡control elements, LED indicators
1 2 3
4
5
Figure1 ABD main components
1 Attachment option for sampler 2 Guide tube (protective cover not
shown)
3 Control elements 4 LED displays
5 Sample sluice with flap and injection
port

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3.1.2 Guide tube with hook
The guide tube includes a hook with magnetic coupling by which the quartz boat is
transported into the combustion tube. A protective cover has been placed over the guide
tube to protect the operator.
The hook with magnetic coupling has been packed separately in a protective tube. It
must be inserted into the guide tube when setting up the ABD.
3.1.3 Device switch/interfaces/LED indicators
The main switch for switching the ABD on and off is located on the right of the back-
plate (viewed from the front). The equipment fuse and mains connector are positioned
below.
The RS 232 interface for connection to the analyzer ("sampler" interface) and the con-
nection for the connection cable of the flame sensor are in the center at the rear of the
device.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Figure2 Rear of the device
1 Equipotential bonding connection 2 Connection for connection hose 16
from the "ABD" gas outlet of the an-
alyzer (Ar/O2)
3 Power connection 4 Equipment fuse
5 Mains switch 6 Connection for the connection cable
of the flame sensor
7 Communication interface to the an-
alyzer
At the front of the ABD, LED indicators are arranged with the following meaning:
flame illuminates red as soon as the flame is present or has been detected; illumi-
nates proportionate to the brightness of the flame
temp illuminates yellow if the set cooling temperature of the sample sluice has
been reached
ready illuminates green if the ABD is ready for operation or the next action can be
performed (is not illuminated whilst an action is being performed)

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Figure3 LED displays
1 "flame" LED indicator 2 "temp" LED indicator
3 "ready" LED indicator
3.1.4 Sample sluice with flap and injection port
The cooled sample sluice is used for feeding samples in horizontal operating mode.
Quartz glass boats (solids) filled with sample are transfered into the ABD by means of
the flap. Liquids are metered directly via the injection port of the flap into a quartz glass
boat. Gas and liquid gas samples are metered by means of a special cannula (gas meter-
ing module) through the injection port directly into the ABD connection piece. A quartz
glass boat is not required.
In addition, for liquids in the sample sluice, the used quartz glass boats are cooled to
room temperature after combustion (cooling time at least 200 s) to prepare them for
the next analysis.
The opening and closing of the sample sluice during measurement and the transport of
the quartz boat into the combustion tube is controlled via the multiWin control and
analysis software.
1 2 3
Figure4 Sample sluice/injection port
1 Flap 2 injection port
3 Quartz boat with carrier material
3.1.5 ABD connection piece
The connection between the ABD and the combustion tube of the analyzer is estab-
lished via a connection piece with seals and screwed connection (see fig.).
The installation of the connection piece to the combustion tube of the analyzer is de-
scribed in chapter (→ "Connecting the ABD to the analyzer" 35).

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1 3
4
2
Figure5 ABD connection pieces
1 Screwed connection 2 Sealing element between combus-
tion tube and connection piece
3 Sealing element between screwed
connection and ABD connection
piece
4 ABD connection piece
3.1.6 Control elements
The two buttons on the device cover have the following functions:
¡"port" button
Actuating the button opens or closes the sample sluice.
Note:
The button is locked during measurements.
¡"stop" button
The button is used to shut down the ABD immediately in case of danger. After actu-
ating the button the ABD must be switched off and back on.
NOTICE
A defined stop is always possible via the multiWin control and analysis software.
Figure6 Control elements (push buttons)

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3.1.7 Type plate
This type plate is attached to the rear of the device.
The type plate contains the following information:
¡Manufacturer address
¡Trading name
¡Electrical connection data
¡WEEE marking
¡CE marking
3.2 Principle of operation
Extending the multiEA5000/ multiEA5100 or the multiX2500 by the ABD sampler
module allows determination of the sulfur, nitrogen, chlorine and carbon content partic-
ularly in solids, but also in liquids and gases. The ABD can only be used in horizontal op-
erating mode.
Solids are weighed into quartz boats and transferred into the sample sluice. Liquids are
metered onto the quartz boat through the injection port at the sluice flap. The sample is
supplied either manually or automatically using the MultiMatrixSampler or autoX112
Multi Matrix sampler.
The quartz boat is moved out of the cooled sluice into the combustion tube with the aid
of a quartz glass hook. The boats are transported according to the program chosen in
the multiWin control and analysis software.
The ABD can be operated in three different modes:
parameter, automatic, automatic plus
Parameter mode The boats are transported, according to the parameters chosen in multiWin, without
flame sensor control. The following parameters can be configured:
¡Hold points (max. 3)
¡Waiting times (max. 3)
¡Feed speeds before and between hold points (max. 3)
A program that has been created can be saved and combined with methods (of the
same aggregate condition) in the multiWin control and analysis software.
Automatic mode The combustion is controlled fully-automatically via the evaluation of the flame sensor.
This mode is universal and can be used for liquid and solid samples, varying sample ma-
trices and varying sample quantities.
Automatic plus mode The combustion is controlled fully-automatically via the evaluation of the flame sensor.
Via a test drive of the ABD, a time-optimized combustion takes place. This is adjusted to
the specific sample matrix and the selected sample quantity. A program that has been
created must be saved and combined with a method (of the same aggregate condition)
before it can be used.
For metering of gaseous samples, a flexible cannula including screw cap and septum is
placed onto the sluice port of the ABD. The cannula is connected with the gas metering
module. The ABD is merely the connecting link between the gas metering module and
the combustion system. Mechanical feeding or control of combustion via the flame sen-
sor does not take place in this case. The sample sluice is not cooled.

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4 First commissioning
4.1 Location requirements
4.1.1 Installation conditions
The climatic conditions in the operating room of the ABD are defined by the require-
ments of the overall system:
¡Temperature range: +20 to +35 °C
¡Max. humidity: 90 % at 30 °C
¡Air pressure: 0.7 to 1.06 bar
¡Maximum altitude: 2000 m
The following requirements are placed on the location of the ABD:
¡This laboratory device is designed for inside use.
¡Do not use the device in wet and damp environments. Keep the device surface clean
and dry.
¡Avoid direct sunlight and radiation from heaters onto the device. If necessary, pro-
vide air conditioning.
¡Place the device on a heat-resistant and acid-resistant surface.
¡Do not locate the device near sources of electromagnetic interference.
¡Avoid mechanical shocks and vibrations.
¡Do not use the device in explosion-hazard environments.
¡Position the ABD in such a manner that unintentional pushing or moving of the de-
vice is prevented. Pushing or moving the device can cause the ABD connection piece
or the combustion tube to break!
¡Never cover the air vents of the ABD with other equipment or installations!
¡Keep a safety distance of at least 5cm from the rear to other equipment or walls!
4.1.2 Spatial requirements
The ABD must be placed to the right of the analyzer. The arrangement of further system
components can be adapted to the local conditions.
The space requirement results from the system modules required for the measuring
task. Sufficient space should also be provided for a PC, monitor and printer.
4.1.3 Power supply
The ABD may only be connected to a properly grounded mains outlet in accordance with
the voltage specifications on the type plate.
The ABD is operated with single-phase alternating current.
The installation of the electrical equipment in the laboratory must comply with the DIN
VDE 0100 standard. At the connection point, an electrical current in accordance with the
standard IEC 38 must be available.
4.1.4 Gas supply
The gas supply is realized via the appropriate analyzer (refer to the user manual of the
multiEA5000/ multiEA5100 or multiX2500).

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4.2 Unpacking and setting up the ABD
NOTICE
The ABD may only be positioned, assembled and installed by the customer service de-
partment of Analytik Jena or by specialist personnel authorized and trained by Analytik
Jena!
Any unauthorized intervention in the ABD can endanger the user and the operational
safety of the equipment and limits or completely invalidates any warranty claims.
NOTICE
Retain the transport packaging! Return transport for maintenance must be in the origi-
nal packaging. This alone prevents transport damage.
Please check when unpacking the device for completeness and soundness of the delivery
in accordance with the packing list included.
After assembly the customer service checks the operation of the system components and
documents the test.

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5 Operation
5.1 Basic Information
The ABD can only be operated in conjunction with the analyzer. To operate the ABD, the
user manual for the respective analyzer and the manual for the multiWin control and
analysis software should, therefore, also be consulted.
If a sampler is mounted on the ABD, please also observe the instructions in the respec-
tive user manual.
NOTICE
Do not touch components directly involved in the analysis process (sluice, quartz boats,
adsorption material, ...) with your bare hands. Touching these components with your
bare hands can result in problems with blank values. Always wear suitable protective
gloves.
NOTICE
Type and source of the hazard
Observe the maximum permissible sample quantities (→ "Specifications" 39).
5.2 Preparing the quartz boat for the analysis
NOTICE
Temper the quartz boats and the quartz-fiber material prior to first use to avoid prob-
lems with blank values.
Only touch the tempered boats with gloves.
Keep the boats free from contamination in the exsiccator or in a screw-top bottle.
The carrier material should be used for all measurements of liquids and solids to prevent
the rapid and uncontrolled evaporation/splashing of the samples and the resulting sys-
tem contamination or incomplete combustion. It also acts as sacrificial material and
binds any ionic contamination contained in the samples (e.g. alkaline and heavy metal
ions etc.) and can thus contribute to an increased service life of the quartz glass compo-
nents.
As an exception, AOX, EC/OC measurements do not require carrier material.
}Using a clean pair of scissors, cut a sufficiently large piece of carrier material from the
quartz fleece supplied. The piece must cover the floor of the boat and must not pro-
trude at the sides.
}Place the carrier material onto the floor of the boat.
}Temper the quartz boat with the carrier material prior to first use.

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Figure7 Quartz boat with the carrier material inserted
NOTICE
Only use a single undamaged piece of quartz fleece as carrier material! When using sev-
eral small or damaged pieces, correct functionality cannot be ensured.
5.3 Manual sampling
Solid sample Prerequisite: System components have been switched on, the multiWin control and
analysis software is running, an appropriate method has been selected.
}Fill a quartz boat with carrier material
(→ "Preparing the quartz boat for the analysis" 17).
NOTICE
Temper both components or use tempered components.
As an exception, AOX and EC/OC measurements do not require carrier material.
}Weigh the solid sample into a quartz boat.
}When prompted by the software to do so, use tweezers to insert the quartz boat into
the open sample sluice, making sure that the eye is placed onto the hook.
}Click on [OK] to confirm that the quartz boat has been inserted.
üThe sample sluice closes. After a rinsing time has elapsed, which can be config-
ured in a method, the quartz boat is transported into the combustion tube ac-
cording to the parameters specified in the method.
Liquid sample Prerequisite: System components have been switched on, the multiWin control and
analysis software is running, an appropriate method has been selected.
}Fill a quartz boat with carrier material
(→ "Preparing the quartz boat for the analysis" 17).
NOTICE
Temper both components or use tempered components.
If no quartz fleece is used, uncontrolled spontaneous evaporation of the complete sam-
ple or splashing of the sample may occur. In the worst case, the system is contaminated!

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}Open the sample sluice by pressing the "port" button.
}Using tweezers, insert the quartz boat into the open sample sluice. making sure that
the eye is placed onto the hook.
}Close the sample sluice by pressing the "port" button again.
}When prompted by the software to do so, meter the liquid sample using a microliter
syringe through the septum of the injector port directly onto the boat filled with car-
rier material.
}Click on [OK] to confirm metering.
}Start the measurement.
üThe quartz boat is transported into the combustion tube according to the param-
eters specified in the method.
5.4 Sampling using the sampler
Solid sample Prerequisite: System components have been switched on, the multiWin control and
analysis software is running.
}Fit the AOX/solids rack to the sampler and insert the gripper into the metering head
(refer to the user manual of the sampler).
}Adjust the sampler.
}Fill a quartz boat with carrier material
(→ "Preparing the quartz boat for the analysis" 17).
NOTICE
Temper both components or use tempered components.
As an exception, AOX and EC/OC measurements do not require carrier material.
}Weigh the solids sample into quartz boats and place these into the AOX/solids rack
of the sampler.
}Create a method via the Method | Method - new menu item or select a method
from the method library. Activate the method via the Method | Method - activate
menu item.
}Start the measurement.
üThe analyzer starts processing the analysis sequence.
Liquid sample
NOTICE
Before opening the sluice, remove the solvent container (if present) of the sampler.
Prerequisite: System components have been switched on, the multiWin control and
analysis software is running.
}Fit the EOX/liquids rack to the sampler and insert the metering syringe into the me-
tering head.
}Fill a quartz boat with carrier material
(→ "Preparing the quartz boat for the analysis" 17).

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}Temper both components or use tempered components.
NOTICE
ATTENTION!
If no quartz fleece is used, which is prohibited in liquid mode, uncontrolled spontaneous
evaporation of the complete sample or splashing of the sample may occur. In the worst
case, the system is contaminated!
}Open the sample sluice by pressing the "port" button.
}Using tweezers, insert the quartz boat into the open sample sluice. making sure that
the eye is placed onto the hook.
}Adjust the sampler.
}Insert the sample cups containing the liquid samples into the EOX/liquid rack of the
sampler.
}Start the measurement.
üThe analyzer starts processing the analysis sequence.