LC Packings Probot 161403, User Manual

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Installation and Getting Started
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d) Depending on your application, either connect the matrix tubing (Section
2.4.2 B) or use the blind plug provided with the accessories to plug the third
needle tee port.
2.4.2 B Connecting the Dosage Module
The Dosage Module (optional) consists of a 4 way rotary valve and a syringe
drive (FIGURE 2-5). It is used to add a reagent in continuous or in dosage mode.
Vials
Rotary
Valve
Syringe with
Luer Lock
Adapter
Port 2
FILL
Port 1
PUMP
Port 3
PURGE
Port 4
(AUX)
Center
Port
FIGURE 2-5 The Dosage Module with Rotary Valve
To connect the rotary valve and the syringe:
a) Connect the tubing from the needle tee to port 1 (PUMP).
b) Connect port 2 (FILL) to one of the 3 vials. Use the tubing supplied with the
accessories kit. Fill the vial with the matrix solution that fit the needs of your
application.
c) Connect port 3 (PURGE) to one of the 3 vials. Use the tubing supplied with
the accessories kit.
d) To use the extra wash option, connect port 4 (AUX) to one of the 3 vials.
Use the tubing supplied with the accessories kit. Fill the vial with a wash
reagent that is suitable for your application (e.g. water/acetonitrile [50/50] or
methanol).
e) Fill the syringe with the matrix solution, remove any air bubbles and install
the syringe in the holder. Tighten the holding screw hand tight. Refer to
A.1.1 for more information how to purge the syringe.
f) Connect the syringe to the port in the center of the rotary valve. Use the
adapter that is supplied.