P-600 SIC Analyzer Manual
Chapter VI: Maintenance & Service
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Problem / Symptom
Cause
Corrective Action
SIC out of range
(warning alarm
activated)
Detected SIC value is outside the
expected range of the Analyzer
Allow unit to run additional
cycles. Process fluctuations or
changeovers can cause SiC
warning alarms due to
different sample
characteristics
Cell temperature
alarm
Ambient temperature too high
Faulty RTD
Faulty TE module
Provide proper ambient
conditions or increase cell
temperature set point
Replace as required
Replace as required
Salt concentration
result too low
No sample
Faulty electrode
Check sample line for blockage
and clear as required
Check sample valve for proper
operation and replace as
required
Check and replace as required
Salt concentration
result too high
Insufficient solvent
Check syringe for proper
operation and replace as
required
Check solvent valve for proper
operation and replace as
required
Check drain for blockage and
clear as required
Erratic salt
concentration result
Incorrect methanol/butanol ratio
Faulty syringe
Faulty solvent valve
Faulty mixer valve
No or insufficient air supply
Incorrect valve wiring
Drain solvent tank and replace
with correct solvent mix
Check and replace as required
Check and replace as required
Check and replace as required
Check and correct as required
Consult Bartec Orb