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Oil Dilution
OilExpress 4 and OilExpress 4 XL dual-mode systems provide automated solutions for
preparing oil samples for analysis by ICP or ICP-MS. After dilution with V-Solv ICP solvent or
odorless kerosene, the source samples can then be left
in situ
for FT-IR analysis.
The protocols for oil dilution and FT-IR analysis share common deck layouts that mean you
can complete a dilution, remove your diluted samples and then continue your FT-IR analysis
without moving your original samples. Refer to the OilExpress 4 software on-screen Help for
more information about allowed deck layouts for the dual FT-IR analysis / oil dilution mode.
Disposable tips on each VersaTip are used to transfer four samples from the source samples
to the empty dilution tubes. VersaTips 1 and 3 are then used to dispense diluent
(V-Solv or kerosene) to the dilution tubes.
NOTE: VersaTips 2 and 4 are primed with heptane for use as a cleaning solvent for FT-IR
analysis.
For details on using the OilExpress 4 system for oil dilution, refer to the
OilPrep Oil Dilution
System Operation Manual
(Document Number 8860042).
You can import the sample names used in the oil dilution protocol in WinPREP into the
Samples table in OilExpress 4 software. Refer to the topic
Batch Import and Export
in the
OilExpress 4 on-screen Help for details.
NOTE: Ensure that you close WinPREP software before starting OilExpress 4 software, and
vice versa.
CAUTION
Before starting WinPREP software, ensure that the sample shuttle is
inside the sample compartment (in the sample position). If the sample
shuttle is in the background position, a collision may occur that could
damage the autosampler.
OilExpress 4 will generally leave the sample shuttle in the sample
position. However, if you have been using your sample shuttle with
Spectrum software, use the controls on the Accessory toolbar to move
the shuttle into the sample compartment.
Summary of Contents for OilExpress 4
Page 1: ...OilExpress 4 Oil Condition Monitoring System User s Guide MOLECULAR SPECTROSCOPY ...
Page 5: ...Introduction ...
Page 17: ...Warnings and Safety Information ...
Page 27: ...Overview of the OilExpress 4 System ...
Page 67: ...Getting Started with OilExpress 4 ...
Page 95: ...Maintenance and Troubleshooting ...
Page 144: ...144 OilExpress 4 System User s Guide ...
Page 145: ...Appendices ...