5.2
Start the system
General
ÄKTA ready is normally left switched on between runs. The unit is switched off only during
monthly maintenance and repair, or when not in operation for a longer period of time
(more than a few days).
Starting ÄKTA ready
Action
Step
Switch on power to ÄKTA ready by turning the Mains Power switch to the
"I" position. See
Components on system cabinet — front, on page 38
for loca-
tion.
1
Make sure that UNICORN is started according to the instruction above. Wait
for connection.
2
After this sequence is completed, the following occurs:
•
The POWER indicator lamp flashes. See
Components on system cabinet — front, on
for location.
•
When communication with UNICORN software is established, the POWER indicator
lamp shows a steady green light.
When power is switched on ÄKTA ready will perform a stray light calibration
without the UV flow cell installed. This will result in a very high calibration
factor. Therefore it is very important to perform a stray light calibration as
soon as the flow kit is mounted and water or any other actual liquid has been
purged through the flow kit.
Note:
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