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Operating Instructions — Batches
System User Guide 4500 Series of Instruments
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3. Click Acquire > Start Sample .
Set Sample Locations in the Batch Editor
If an autosampler is used in the acquisition method, then the vial positions of the samples must
be defined in the acquisition batch. Define the location in the Sample tab or in the Locations tab.
For more information about creating batches, refer to Add Sets and Samples to a Batch on
page 64 .
1. In the Sample tab, in the Set list, select the set.
2. For each sample in the set, do the following if applicable:
• In the Rack Code column, select the rack type.
• In the Rack Position column, select the position of the rack in the
autosampler.
• In the Plate Code column, select the plate type.
• In the Plate Position column, select the position of the plate on the rack.
• In the Vial Position column, type the position of the vial in the plate or tray.
3. Save the file.
Select Vial Positions using the Locations Tab
(Optional)
1. In the Batch Editor , click the Locations tab.
2 Queue status should be Stand By .
3 Queue Server should be in Normal mode. Refer to Queue
States on page 71 .
Note: It is recommended that the user runs the sample again in the event
of an abnormal termination during sample acquisition.
Note: Depending on the autosampler being used, it may not be necessary to
type details in additional columns.
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