Dionex ASE 100, Operator'S Manual

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ASE 100 Operator’s Manual
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The ASE 100 is designed to minimize the amount of solvent used without
sacrificing the speed of extraction or ease of operation. Samples are extracted one
at a time, and the extraction process is typically completed in 15 to 25 minutes.
All functions are controlled from the ASE 100 front panel.
Built-in safety diagnostics monitor the system during operation. If a problem
occurs, the front panel displays an error message that identifies the problem. In
addition, the method currently running is aborted and basic system functions are
shut down until the situation is corrected.
The ASE 100 is available in four product versions:
Each ASE 100 is shipped from Dionex with two extraction cells in the sizes
indicated above, one rinse cell in the required size, and 12 collection bottles.
Ordering Extraction Cells in Other Sizes
The ASE 100 accommodates four extraction cell sizes (10 mL, 34 mL, 66 mL, or
100 mL). To perform an extraction with a cell in any size other than the size
included with your system, order the appropriate cells from Dionex. Cells are
available individually and in packages of six. For cell descriptions and part
numbers, see Appendix D of this manual.
Note that installation of a different extraction cell will require a few additional
changes:
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Reposition the cell holder to accommodate the new extraction cell size, if
required. For instructions, refer to Section B.2.7.
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Order a new rinse cell, if required. The rinse cell size must be matched to the
extraction cell size. For details, see Section 2.1.3.
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Before beginning an extraction, specify the new cell size on the
SETUP
screen
(see Section C.1.3).
Product Description Part Number
ASE 100 with 10 mL extraction cells 059700
ASE 100 with 34 mL extraction cells 059701
ASE 100 with 66 mL extraction cells 059702
ASE 100 with 100 mL extraction cells 059703