Thermo Scientific SRD-3200, Operating Instructions Manual

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UltiMate 3000 Series:
SRD-3x00 Solvent Racks
Operating Instructions Page 35
5.4 Special Chromeleon Functions
This section provides a short overview of some special functions that Chromeleon supports
for the SRD. These functions are available in the Commands dialog box for the pump or on
the control panel for the pump. For more information, see the
Chromeleon Help
.
5.4.1 Leak and Vacuum Monitoring
The following SRD-related parameters appear in the Commands dialog box under
PumpModule
(or
Pump
, depending on the pump type):
Chromeleon Description
DegasserVacuum Reports whether the degasser in the SRD has reached the operating vacuum.
SolventRackLeak Reports whether the leak sensor in the SRD detected a leak.
If the SRD is controlled by Chromeleon together with the pump as part of the HPLC
system, the program file (PGM File) can include a command that automatically restarts
operation as desired after a power failure. (For details, see the Chromeleon Help .)
5.4.2 SRD Diagnostics
Chromeleon 6.80 supports Diagnostics functions for the pumps of the UltiMate 3000
system, also allowing you to check the performance of the solvent rack degasser. (For
more information, see the Pump and/or NCS/NCP manuals and the Chromeleon Help .)
You can run the test for a SRD for which the last four digits of the serial number end in 0701
or higher or for which the serial number starts with is 8 or 9. The serial number is provided
on the type label on the rear of the SRD.
1. On the Control menu, select Diagnostics . (The Control menu is visible only when a
control panel is open.)
2. The Diagnostics dialog box lists all tests that are available for the devices in the
current timebase. Select the Degasser Vacuum Test .
3. A wizard guides you through the test. Enter the serial number of the SRD and follow
the steps of the wizard. For more information about the test, see the
Chromeleon Help
.
If the test fails, see page 40 for a short description of possible causes along with
recommended courses of action.