PlasmaQuant 9100 (Elite)
Installation and commissioning
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The operator can set the following parameters within the specified ranges in the Au-
tosampler window in the Dilute tab:
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Max. dilution factor and Min. dilution factor
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Vessel wash cycles
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Vortexing speed
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Air gap volume
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Aspiration speed diluent, Aspiration speed sample and Dispense speed
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Syringe delay
When the sampler, the dilution system and the switching valve are coupled, the opera-
tor controls the switching valve via the ASpect PQ software.
Adjust the following settings in the analysis system during switching valve commission-
ing: (These settings do not usually require changes during operation.)
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Loop Rinse Delay and Extra Loop Rinse
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Loop Evacuation Delay and Loop Load Time
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Equalization Delay
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Time To Evacuate Probe and Probe Wash
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Rinse Station Fill
When operating the sample and switching valve
without
the dilution system:
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Install the Dashboard software, see user manual of the accessory.
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Operate the switching valve in automatic mode (default).
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During commissioning: Adjust settings such as Loop Rinse Delay in the analysis sys-
tem via the Dashboard software.
4.4.2
Installing the IsoMist XR temperature-controlled spray chamber
CAUTION
Risk of frostbite
The spray chamber and the inner surfaces of the Peltier element can become very cold
(temperature range: -25 °C to +80 °C ).
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Do not touch the spray chamber or Peltier element during or directly after operation.