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Device Overview

Diode Array/Multiple-Wavelength Detectors (VC-D11, VC-D12, VF-D11)
Operating Manual

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3.7

Operation

The device is designed to be operated from a computer configured with
the Chromeleon Chromatography Data System (CDS). The Chromeleon
software provides complete instrument control, data acquisition, and
data management.

For a basic description of instrument control and automated sample
analysis with the Chromeleon software, refer to the

Vanquish System

Operating Manual

. Details on control and operation of the device are

available in the

Chromeleon Help

TIP

The device can be operated also with other data systems, such as

Thermo Scientific

Xcalibur

. In this case, installation of additional

software is required in addition to the data system software. For details,
contact the Thermo Fisher Scientific sales organization.

A keypad is available inside the device, allowing you to perform certain
basic functions directly from the device.

Summary of Contents for Vanquish VC-D11

Page 1: ...thermoscientific Vanquish Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual 4820 8302 EN Revision 2 0 December 2019...

Page 2: ...ded as is The contents of this manual are subject to being changed without notice in future revisions Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc makes no representations that this document is complete accurate or e...

Page 3: ...organization For contact information go to Contact Us on http www thermofisher com Technical Assistance For technical support for HPLC products contact your local Thermo Fisher Scientific support org...

Page 4: ...Contacting Us Page 4 Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual...

Page 5: ...l 18 2 1 3 Safety Symbols on the Device 19 2 1 4 Rating Plate 19 2 2 Intended Use 20 2 3 Safety Precautions 21 2 3 1 General Safety Information 21 2 3 2 Qualification of the Personnel 22 2 3 3 Persona...

Page 6: ...ting the Device 57 5 5 3 Connecting the Power Cord 58 5 6 Installing a VIS Lamp Tungsten Lamp Optional 59 5 7 Installing a Flow Cell 62 5 8 Setting Up the Flow Connections 67 5 8 1 General Information...

Page 7: ...and Service 114 7 2 Safety Guidelines for Maintenance and Service 115 7 2 1 General 115 7 2 2 Flow Cells 117 7 3 General Rules for Maintenance and Service 118 7 4 Routine and Preventive Maintenance 1...

Page 8: ...54 7 14 4 Setting Up the Slide In Module 156 8 Troubleshooting 157 8 1 General Information about Troubleshooting 158 8 2 Messages 160 8 3 Checking the Flow Cell 166 8 4 Resolving Liquid Leaks 167 9 Sp...

Page 9: ...Contents Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual Page 9 11 2 UV Cutoff Wavelengths of Solvents 185 Index 187...

Page 10: ...Contents Page 10 Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual...

Page 11: ...h Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual Page 11 1 Using this Manual This chapter provides information about this manual the conventions used throughout the manual and the reference documenta...

Page 12: ...followed properly Note the following The device configuration may vary therefore not all descriptions necessarily apply to your particular device If some detail applies to only one model or variant t...

Page 13: ...y a particular section or procedure appear in the section or procedure to which they apply They appear different from the main flow of text Safety messages are often preceded by an alert symbol and or...

Page 14: ...All Programs Thermo Chromeleon 7 Services Manager Start Instrument Controller References and Messages References to additional documentation appear italicized Messages that appear on the screen are i...

Page 15: ...e Reader or Adobe Acrobat is required Software Documentation Additional software documentation includes the following Chromeleon Help and documents The Chromeleon Help provides extensive information a...

Page 16: ...VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual TIP The Chromeleon Help and documents are included in the software shipment Third Party Documentation Refer also to the user documentation provided by the manufacturers...

Page 17: ...Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual Page 17 2 Safety This chapter provides general and specific safety information and informs about the intended use of th...

Page 18: ...re doing CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in serious injury...

Page 19: ...g operation Do not touch these surfaces while they are heated up Indicates that the UV radiation produced by the deuterium lamp in the device may be harmful to eyes and skin Do not look directly into...

Page 20: ...d Vanquish system are intended to be used as General Laboratory Equipment GLE They are not intended for use in diagnostic procedures Laboratory Practice Thermo Fisher Scientific recommends that the la...

Page 21: ...additional components options and peripherals specifically authorized and qualified for the device by Thermo Fisher Scientific Perform only the procedures that are described in this operating manual a...

Page 22: ...he module and system General Operation The device is designed to be operated only by trained and qualified personnel in a laboratory environment All users must know the hazards presented by the device...

Page 23: ...mage to the Device High voltages are present inside the device that could cause an electric shock or damage to the device Do not make any changes to the electrical or grounding connections If you susp...

Page 24: ...ctice Reduce the volume of substances to the minimum volume required for sample analysis Do not operate the device in a potentially flammable environment Avoid accumulation of harmful substances Make...

Page 25: ...nce of flammable gases or fumes CAUTION Escape of Hazardous Substances from PEEK Capillaries In the Vanquish system capillaries made of PEEK may be used Swelling or attack by acids can cause PEEK capi...

Page 26: ...ity This effect is particularly present with insulating capillaries and non conductive solvents for example pure acetonitrile Discharge of electrostatic energy might lead to sparking which could const...

Page 27: ...only Use only solvents and additives that are compatible with all parts in the flow path TIP In a Vanquish Core system normal phase NP compatible solvents and additives may be used if the VC pumps an...

Page 28: ...for flushing the system disconnect the detector from the system Mobile phases containing ammonium hydroxide In rare cases a shortened lifetime of reversed phase UHMW PE piston seals has been observed...

Page 29: ...of the other modules in the Vanquish system refer to the Specifications chapter in the Operating Manual for the modules Follow any specific recommendations presented in other sections of this manual R...

Page 30: ...nual Changes that you make to the device may void compliance with one or more of these EMC and safety standards Changes to the device include replacing a part or adding components options or periphera...

Page 31: ...3 Device Overview Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual Page 31 3 Device Overview This chapter introduces you to the device and the main components...

Page 32: ...etector optional feature for the VC detectors Data Collection Characteristic VF D11 VC D11 VC D12 Data collection rate Up to 250 Hz Up to 125 Hz Up to 125 Hz Number of signal channels at individual wa...

Page 33: ...atically moves into the following positions Optimization Features Purpose Open For data acquisition Closed dark For performing autozero Holmium oxide filter For validation of wavelength accuracy Optio...

Page 34: ...follows the Beer Lambert law This means that the response of the detector is proportional to the Concentration of the analyte Path length of the light in the sample The following image shows the opti...

Page 35: ...hat the beams pass through the flow cell 5 After exiting the flow cell the light is focused by a lens 6 and if the motorized filter paddle 7 is in its open position the light passes through the entran...

Page 36: ...ated directly behind the front doors Figure 2 Interior view with flow cell installed No Description 1 Cooling air intake 2 Keypad with status indicators 3 Lamp house cover 4 Flow cell after installati...

Page 37: ...l Label One or more flow cell labels are present on the flow cell which contain information such as flow cell type part number and serial number Flow Cell Identification Chip An identification ID chip...

Page 38: ...ure before the mobile phase enters the optical flow path within the flow cell Note that the volume of the heat exchanger and inlet capillary influences the retention times and peak widths Flow Cell Ty...

Page 39: ...um lamp for ultraviolet UV wavelength detection Tungsten lamp for visible VIS and near infrared NIR wavelength detection standard for the VF detector optional for the VC detectors The lamp house conta...

Page 40: ...ce for liquid leaks from the flow connections The liquid is collected in the leak tray and guided to the drain port From the drain port the liquid is discharged to waste through the drain system of th...

Page 41: ...trol and automated sample analysis with the Chromeleon software refer to the Vanquish System Operating Manual Details on control and operation of the device are available in the Chromeleon Help TIP Th...

Page 42: ...3 Device Overview Page 42 Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual...

Page 43: ...king Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual Page 43 4 Unpacking This chapter provides information for unpacking the device and informs you about the scope of d...

Page 44: ...surance will compensate for the damage only if reported immediately Unpacking the Device CAUTION Heavy Load Bulky Device The device is too heavy or bulky for one person alone to handle safely To avoid...

Page 45: ...No Component 1 Carrying handles 2 Attachment screw one on each carrying handle 4 Place the device on a stable surface 5 If applicable Remove any additional packing material Leave any protective films...

Page 46: ...ng off the carrying handle from the left rail TIP Keep the shipping container the carrying handles with the attachment screws and all packing material These items will be needed if the device is trans...

Page 47: ...D11 Operating Manual Page 47 4 2 Scope of Delivery The following items are included in the delivery Detector Ship Kit Operating manual Power cord For information on contents of the ship kit or reorde...

Page 48: ...4 Unpacking Page 48 Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual...

Page 49: ...ctors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual Page 49 5 Installation This chapter specifies the requirements for the installation site and describes how to set up install and configure the device in the...

Page 50: ...rsons A team effort is in particular required when lifting the device into the system stack or when removing it Use the carrying handles that were shipped with the device to move or transport the devi...

Page 51: ...erefore follow the order for installing the system modules as described in the Vanquish System Operating Manual 1 Pay attention to the safety guidelines and observe all site requirements See Safety Gu...

Page 52: ...s NOTICE If the device is operated with another data system refer to the documentation for the software that you are using and or perform the qualification manually The Instruments Installation Qualif...

Page 53: ...anquish system as stated in the Vanquish System Operating Manual For specifications see Specifications page 169 and the Specifications sections in the Operating Manuals for the other modules in the Va...

Page 54: ...power outlet that has a protective ground connection In case of emergency it must be possible to reach the power cord easily at any time to disconnect the device from the power line WARNING Electric S...

Page 55: ...ual Page 55 5 4 Accessing the Interior Components To access the interior components in the device open the front doors To allow easy access from the front the user accessible components and flow conne...

Page 56: ...bles 5 5 1 System Arrangement The device is part of the Vanquish system The system modules are typically arranged in a system stack with the arrangement depending on the system configuration Figure 7...

Page 57: ...ddress 2 Main power switch on off control 3 Fuse holder 4 Power inlet connector 5 System Interlink port Allows power on off control for the device from the Vanquish system base and device communicatio...

Page 58: ...vice in the system as required by the system configuration For details refer to the Vanquish System Operating Manual 2 Connect the required interface cables to the device For information about how to...

Page 59: ...6 Installing a VIS Lamp Tungsten Lamp Optional Follow the instructions below to install the optional VIS lamp Parts required VIS lamp Preparations 1 Turn off the device Follow these steps Figure 9 VIS...

Page 60: ...t protection plate for later use 5 Align the new lamp with the locating pin When the lamp is in the correct position push the lamp gently into the lamp house The lamp socket must be in a level positio...

Page 61: ...detector in the Instrument Configuration Manager b Select Properties on the menu c On the Detector page enable the VIS Lamp check box 12 After installing a new lamp increased noise and strong baseline...

Page 62: ...f the flow cell are sensitive to contamination and scratches Do not immerse the optical ports of the flow cell Particulate matter dust and debris can lead to contamination and clogging of the flow cel...

Page 63: ...d do not reach into the flow cell opening while no flow cell or diagnostic cell is installed and the UV lamp is turned on 3 Hold the flow cell with the flow cell body to the left firmly squeeze the ha...

Page 64: ...t only Press the locating pin of the connection unit into the slot provided on the interior front panel Figure 12 Installing a flow cell with connection unit No Description 1 Connection unit 2 Connect...

Page 65: ...is tilted by the force of kinked capillaries If the flow cell is seated correctly Arrange the capillaries in such a way that the capillaries do not exert any force on the flow cell and the flow cell...

Page 66: ...sure that the capillaries run through the slot in the flow cell cover Figure 14 Fixing the flow cell cover here flow cell with connection unit 9 Fasten the two screws of the flow cell cover hand tigh...

Page 67: ...cautionary statements presented in Safety Precautions page 21 NOTICE Particulate matter from other system modules and components can deposit in the flow cell and clog it Before you connect the flow ce...

Page 68: ...ow cell or waste line Improperly set up flow connections can lead to leaks on the flow cell Do not invert the flow cell inlet and outlet Connecting dirty inlet capillaries can lead to leakages and can...

Page 69: ...es of the Vanquish system are guided through either the tubing chase in the devices or the guide holes or capillary clips of the devices Tubing Chase Tubing Guide Tubing Bracket To guide certain tubes...

Page 70: ...g chase Guide Holes and Capillary Clips Guide holes and capillary clips are provided at specific positions on the system modules Route flow connections from one module to the next module in the Vanqui...

Page 71: ...panel push the plug with slit in the required recess of the partition panel if not present yet 2 To secure the plug with slit insert the nose into the opening of the partition panel Figure 18 Securin...

Page 72: ...ing capillary fittings Viper nanoViper Standard 1 16 HPLC fittings using ferrules PEEK SST or finger tight fittings PEEK This section provides information about how to connect and handle capillaries f...

Page 73: ...use tools other than the knurl that comes with the capillary To avoid damage to the capillary or connection tighten and loosen the Viper capillaries only when the system pressure is down to zero Figur...

Page 74: ...Guidelines page 67 Parts required Inlet capillary Detector waste line For instructions on connecting the waste line follow the steps in Connecting the Detector Waste Line page 76 Tools required For t...

Page 75: ...the Inlet Capillary Preparations See Flow Connections to the Flow Cell page 74 Follow these steps Figure 22 Connecting the inlet capillary from the column compartment example 1 Route the inlet capilla...

Page 76: ...ug with slit such as an insulated inlet capillary use the rotating plug 3 Connect the inlet capillary to the flow cell inlet port IN 5 8 5 2 Connecting the Detector Waste Line Preparations 1 See Flow...

Page 77: ...waste line over the entire flow path Make sure that no bending kink pinching or squeezing of the waste line is present at any point in the flow path Assembling the waste line if the tubing slips out...

Page 78: ...Liquid Leaks to Waste Leaking liquids of the device are collected in the leak tray where they flow off through the chase on the right side of the leak tray to the drain system For information about h...

Page 79: ...ating system can detect the device To turn on the power to the device follow these steps 1 Check that the power button on the front left of the Vanquish system base system power button is pressed in I...

Page 80: ...assumes that the chromatography software is already installed on the data system computer and a valid license is available For more information about setting up the Vanquish system in the software ref...

Page 81: ...iode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual Page 81 6 Operation This chapter describes the elements for device control provides information for routine operation and...

Page 82: ...ed If this is not the case refer to the instructions in Installation page 49 For a basic description of instrument control and automated sample analysis with the Chromeleon software refer to the Vanqu...

Page 83: ...n Touching hot parts might cause burns Allow hot surfaces to cool down before you touch them NOTICE Pay attention also to the following guidelines When operating the chromatography system always set t...

Page 84: ...device and the STATUS LED on the keypad provide a quick visual check of the operational status of the device 6 3 1 Keypad The keypad inside the device allows you to perform certain functions directly...

Page 85: ...V lamp is turned off Green flashing The UV lamp ignites Green The UV lamp is turned on VIS The VIS button allows you to turn the VIS lamp on and off directly from the detector To turn on the VIS lamp...

Page 86: ...is equilibrating At least one lamp is igniting Green The device is equilibrated but no data acquisition is running A flow cell or diagnostic cell has been detected and at least one lamp is turned on...

Page 87: ...rve the following All modules in the Vanquish system that are connected to the system base via system interlink cables are turned on or off simultaneously when the system power button is pressed When...

Page 88: ...was stored it is filled with isopropanol Use solvents that are miscible with isopropanol If they are not use an appropriate intermediate solvent To remove the isopropanol from the flow cell Verify th...

Page 89: ...mpartment thermostatting in the autosampler Flow cell in a fluorescence detector Evaporation tube in a charged aerosol detector Turning on the lamp or lamps in the UV VIS detector Monitoring the pump...

Page 90: ...ler in the flow path before the flow cell Allow the flow cell to warm up The detector the flow cell and the inlet capillary are sensitive to thermal changes in the environment If the doors are opened...

Page 91: ...s with high salt content in the flow cell without flow Flush the flow cell regularly when using concentrated salt solutions Monitor the backpressure via the pump pressure Make sure that buffer salts r...

Page 92: ...growth of algae Additionally follow the guidelines in Short Term Shutdown Interruption of Operation page 108 During long analysis breaks take appropriate measures to protect the flow cell Turn off th...

Page 93: ...buttons on the keypad of the detector or using Chromeleon see Important Operating Parameters page 95 TIP To ignite the lamps the lamp house cover must be installed If you remove the lamp house cover w...

Page 94: ...th a flow rate of 0 05 mL min If the detector is not used for a longer time for example over the weekend turn off the UV lamp to save lamp life time and energy VIS Lamp You can turn off the VIS lamp u...

Page 95: ...to Chromeleon Help and documents General Parameters Parameters Description UV lamp VIS lamp optional Turn on the UV and or VIS lamp before starting an analysis UV_Lamp On Visible_Lamp On This setting...

Page 96: ...on Instrument Method Wizard the response time and peak width are defined automatically For guidelines on selecting the data collection rate see Selecting the Data Collection Rate page 101 Bandwidth Th...

Page 97: ...avelength is set To use the Reference Wavelength setting select it separately for each signal channel For further information about the reference wavelength see Selecting the Reference Wavelength and...

Page 98: ...bled This is the preferred setting Wavelength validation Perform the wavelength validation as required A holmium oxide glass filter is moved into the light path and is used to validate the wavelength...

Page 99: ...re the solvents absorb strongly for example below 220 nm for methanol and below 210 nm for acetonitrile Ignite the lamps only if required for more information see Guidelines for Use of the Lamps page...

Page 100: ...data collection rate and the response time the time averaging during data acquisition TIP Except for the slit width parameter you can set the parameters shown in the table below back to factory defaul...

Page 101: ...rate is too low the start points maxima and end points of peaks will not be determined accurately If the data collection rate is too high data files may need more disk space and post run analyses may...

Page 102: ...ore averaging of the signal and results in less short term noise However if the selected response time is too long this can result in reduced peak heights and asymmetrical peak shapes If a separation...

Page 103: ...rform a detection at a wavelength of 195 nm with a bandwidth of 20 nm the photodiode bunching is set to 190 to 200 nm i e the largest possible symmetrical range around the detection wavelength As a re...

Page 104: ...e wavelengths Higher Lower Baseline noise Higher Lower Usage High concentrations Analytes with narrow absorption bands such as benzene Low concentrations Normal applications Figure 25 Effects of the s...

Page 105: ...IP The use of a reference wavelength can result in additional interference in the chromatogram Use the reference wavelength carefully and only in special cases In most cases measurement without a refe...

Page 106: ...y for each signal channel and the 3D field only available for the VC D11 and VF D11 detectors Select a reference bandwidth that is as broad as possible such as 30 100 nm It should also be narrow enoug...

Page 107: ...behaves in these cases Zero sets the baseline to zero Append appends the baseline to the previous signal Free lets the baseline jump to the current absolute value TIP You can perform the AutoZero com...

Page 108: ...system modules as required by your system arrangement For your Vanquish detector note the following Detector Type Description Charged aerosol detector Check that sufficient gas is available to contin...

Page 109: ...rameters for the other system modules are set as required before proceeding 6 8 2 Long Term Shutdown Shutting Down the Device To interrupt operation for a longer period follow the instructions below T...

Page 110: ...ter shutdown Flush the system for example with methanol 100 acetonitrile should not be used Flush the system with several volumes of methanol and water 50 50 for example 1 0 mL min for 10 minutes with...

Page 111: ...to zero before you continue the shutdown of the device 8 Disconnect the capillaries from the flow cell inlet and outlet 9 After removing the flow connections protect the flow cell inlet and outlet po...

Page 112: ...Flush the components in the flow path before the flow cell before you connect the flow cell to the system flow path 3 Connect the inlet capillary to the flow cell inlet and the waste line to the flow...

Page 113: ...rvice Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual Page 113 7 Maintenance and Service This chapter describes the routine maintenance and the service procedures that...

Page 114: ...r Scientific for brevity referred to as Thermo Fisher Scientific service personnel The device is designed for easy maintenance and service The user serviceable parts of the device can be accessed from...

Page 115: ...his manual WARNING Escape of Hazardous Substances from Flow Connections Flow and capillary connections can be filled with substances that can pose health risks Solvent can spray when capillaries burst...

Page 116: ...CAUTION Hydrostatic Pressure Solvent may spill when you open the flow path This is due to hydrostatic pressure in the system when the solvent reservoirs are located above the pump outlet Before you l...

Page 117: ...hanical shocks mechanical vibrations or intruding objects can lead to leaks on the flow cell or even destroy it Avoid exposure of the flow cell to mechanical shocks or vibrations Do not let it hit har...

Page 118: ...use the tools recommended for the procedure Before opening the flow path to replace capillaries in the system turn off the pump flow and wait until the system pressure is down to zero Dirty components...

Page 119: ...after use with an appropriate solvent that does not contain buffers or salts Monitor the backpressure that the flow cell is exposed to Regularly Inspect the flow connections for damage such as cracks...

Page 120: ...rooms Avoid open flames or exposure to excessive heat during the cleaning process Wipe the cleaned components thoroughly dry after cleaning Do not operate the device before it is completely dry NOTIC...

Page 121: ...cation information about the device These functions are called Predictive Performance They allow you to schedule maintenance procedures based on the actual operating and usage conditions of the device...

Page 122: ...ith an external standard such as a pyrene solution In this case an accuracy of 1 nm can be achieved When A wavelength validation is recommended in the following situations After the flow cell has been...

Page 123: ...elength validation fails perform a wavelength calibration from Chromeleon see next section To perform a wavelength calibration TIP To ensure optimum performance and wavelength accuracy perform Wavelen...

Page 124: ...is detector may result in inferior performance detector malfunction or may damage the detector Detector guaranty may be voided Use only lamps supplied or approved by Thermo Fisher Scientific for this...

Page 125: ...e Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual Page 125 Follow these steps Figure 27 UV lamp No Description 1 UV lamp connector 2 UV lamp 3 UV lamp attachment screw 4 UV l...

Page 126: ...p may become hot Touching a hot lamp might cause burns Touch the lamp briefly and carefully to find out if it is hot before you remove the lamp If it is hot wait until the lamp has cooled down 4 Remov...

Page 127: ...ched under the lamp house cover 14 Reinstall the lamp house cover and fasten the screws on the lamp house cover 15 Turn on the device with its main power switch 16 After replacing the lamp increased n...

Page 128: ...mount of operating hours of the lamp as a preventive measure The lamp intensity is too low for demanding applications The lamp intensity fluctuates causing artifacts in the baseline Parts required VIS...

Page 129: ...burns Touch the lamp briefly and carefully to find out if it is hot before you remove the lamp If it is hot wait until the lamp has cooled down 4 Push the clip on the lamp connector and disconnect the...

Page 130: ...be ignited from Chromeleon a Right click the detector in the Instrument Configuration Manager b Select Properties on the menu c On the Detector page enable the VIS Lamp check box 14 After replacing t...

Page 131: ...e Long Term Shutdown page 109 4 Install the new flow cell to the device see Installing a Flow Cell page 62 7 7 1 Guidelines for Handling Flow Cells NOTICE Flow cells are sensitive to dirt and dust Obs...

Page 132: ...w cell Preparations 1 Remove buffer salts by flushing the flow cell with a mixture of 50 solvent and 50 water 2 Flush the flow cell with a highly pure solvent that is miscible with isopropanol such as...

Page 133: ...ow Cell page 134 7 7 2 1 Performing a Manual Injection A sample can also be injected manually using the flushing and injection kit Parts required Flushing and injection kit for flow cells including a...

Page 134: ...d follow good laboratory practice Refer to the material handling and safety data sheet provided by the vendor Follow these steps You can perform the following procedure by using the optional flushing...

Page 135: ...cool down before you remove it NOTICE Do not open the tubing connections between the connection unit and the flow cell The tubing connections are installed at the factory 1 Loosen the two screws of t...

Page 136: ...t reach into the flow cell opening while no flow cell or diagnostic cell is installed and the UV lamp is turned on 7 If the flow cell is to be stored Store the flow cell in its original packaging that...

Page 137: ...ell Preparations 1 Loosen the two screws of the flow cell cover remove the cover and keep the cover to close the flow cell opening after this procedure 2 Remove the flow cell see Removing the Flow Cel...

Page 138: ...iagnostic cell is properly installed Check against the positioning marks no 1 in the figure below whether the diagnostic cell is seated correctly When the diagnostic cell is installed correctly the de...

Page 139: ...ll or diagnostic cell is installed and the UV lamp is turned on 2 Store the diagnostic cell in its packaging 3 If a flow cell is to be installed afterward Install the flow cell to the flow cell openin...

Page 140: ...from the flow cell through the open leakage drain system of the Vanquish system Never expose the flow cell to excessive backpressure Avoid clogging of the flow cell or waste line When connecting a com...

Page 141: ...outlet 3 Remove the waste line from the top recess of the partition panel If the waste line is installed in a rotating plug Turn the plug in the top recess to the front and remove the waste line from...

Page 142: ...gh voltages are present inside the device that could cause an electric shock or damage to the device Turn off the device with its main power switch Disconnect the power cord from both the power source...

Page 143: ...Page 143 1 Use the screwdriver to remove the fuse holder 2 Replace the two fuses with new fuses of the specified type and current rating Always replace both fuses 3 Reinstall the fuse holder 4 Reconn...

Page 144: ...Chromeleon software 3 Stop all operations on the Instrument that includes the device 4 Wait until the Instrument is idle Follow these steps 1 Start the Instrument Configuration Manager program 2 Perfo...

Page 145: ...m to see whether the firmware update was successful or failed If the firmware update failed turn the device off and on again and repeat the firmware update If the firmware update fails repeatedly cont...

Page 146: ...steps in this section Parts required Replacement door Follow these steps NOTICE To avoid damage to the door hinges be careful when performing the following sequence of steps and do not apply force 1...

Page 147: ...m the housing and remove the door 3 To install the door align the door with the hinges on the housing Be careful not to clamp tubing or capillaries between the door and the enclosure 4 Insert the hing...

Page 148: ...in particular required when lifting the device into the system stack or when removing it Use the carrying handles that were shipped with the device to move or transport the device Never move or lift t...

Page 149: ...tack in the Transporting or Shipping the System section of the Vanquish System Operating Manual or Remove the slide in module from the device enclosure in the system stack see Removing the Slide In Mo...

Page 150: ...only the original packing material and shipping container If the original shipping container is not available appropriate containers and packing material can be ordered from the Thermo Fisher Scienti...

Page 151: ...operating manual 2 Install and set up the device in the system stack Follow the instructions on mounting the system stack in the Vanquish System Operating Manual 3 Set up the device a Connect the dev...

Page 152: ...eam effort of two persons A team effort is in particular required when lifting the device into the system stack or when removing it Tools required Screwdriver Torx T20 Preparations 1 Prepare the devic...

Page 153: ...Pulling out the slide in module NOTICE The slide in module can fall down when pulling it out of the enclosure too far Pull out the slide in module just far enough so that you can grasp it on both side...

Page 154: ...is operating manual CAUTION Possible Contamination Hazardous substances may have contaminated the device during operation and may cause personal injury to service personnel Decontaminate all parts of...

Page 155: ...ubing and capillaries which are present in the tubing chase of the Vanquish system modules into the tubing chase Otherwise you will not be able to insert the slide in module properly into the enclosur...

Page 156: ...lled properly If the screws move tighten the screws further With a torque wrench the recommended torque is 1 2 Nm 8 Set up and restart the device 7 14 4 Setting Up the Slide In Module After you have r...

Page 157: ...hooting Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual Page 157 8 Troubleshooting This chapter is a guide to troubleshooting issues that may arise during operation of...

Page 158: ...he keypad inside provide quick visual feedback on the operational status of the device If the device firmware detects a problem the status indicators are red The problem is reported to the Chromeleon...

Page 159: ...failure occurred during operation of the module an exception log has been created about the processes during the firmware failure The firmware sends the exception log to the Audit Trail when the modu...

Page 160: ...ur digit code number When the message appears write down the message code and turn off the module Wait for 5 seconds and turn on the module again If the message appears again contact Technical Support...

Page 161: ...or Contact Technical Support Update the firmware Code 113 Module malfunction detected The firmware may be defective Update the firmware see Updating the Device Firmware page 144 Code 3022 Unexpected m...

Page 162: ...sh the flow cell Check whether the flow cell is installed properly Check the flow cell see Checking the Flow Cell page 166 Flush the flow cell with pure HPLC grade water for several minutes with a flo...

Page 163: ...that the available lamps are on perform a calibration and repeat the validation again Ensure that the flow cell is installed properly Remove and install the flow cell Flush the flow cell with pure LC...

Page 164: ...vironmental temperature Code 3198 Invalid spectral data Check flow cell Invalid spectral data for absorption calculation Make sure that the mobile phase does not show excessive absorption for the sele...

Page 165: ...ady in progress The lamp is igniting or shutting down wait for completion Code 3207 Unexpected module behavior Check the flow cell see Checking the Flow Cell page 166 Change and revert the slit width...

Page 166: ...with a different flow cell The problems are caused by the flow cell that was previously installed If you suspect a contamination or an elevated backpressure perform a flushing procedure with the flow...

Page 167: ...is visible 2 If the connection seems tight but is still leaking remove the capillary waste line and check for damage 3 If the capillary waste line is damaged replace the respective component 4 If the...

Page 168: ...8 Troubleshooting Page 168 Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual...

Page 169: ...iple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual Page 169 9 Specifications This chapter provides the physical and performance specifications including information about the materials us...

Page 170: ...erium lamp Wavelength validation Internal validation with holmium oxide glass filter Signal channels VC detectors 8 signal channels VF detector 10 signal channels Data collection rate VC detectors Adj...

Page 171: ...UV Lamp turned on Temperature conditions See below this table USB 1 USB port USB 2 0 B type connector 1 USB hub with 3 ports USB 2 0 A type connectors System Interlink 2 System Interlink ports RJ45 8...

Page 172: ...he ambient temperature to 1 C hour All performance tests should be done with a completely warmed up optical unit used lamps turned on for more than two hours and new unused lamps turned on for more th...

Page 173: ...Standard flow cell SST 10 mm 13 L 12 MPa 80 C Stainless steel fused silica PTFE PEEK titanium No Semi analytical flow cell SST 7 mm 5 L 12 MPa 80 C Stainless steel fused silica PTFE PEEK titanium No...

Page 174: ...mperature 5 C 35 C Ambient storage temperature 20 C 45 C Ambient operating humidity 20 80 relative humidity non condensing Ambient storage humidity Maximum 60 relative humidity non condensing Operatin...

Page 175: ...VF D11 Operating Manual Page 175 10 Accessories Consumables and Replacement Parts This chapter describes the standard accessories that are shipped with the device and the accessories that are availab...

Page 176: ...rated only with the replacement parts and additional components options and peripherals specifically authorized and qualified by Thermo Fisher Scientific Accessories consumables and replacement parts...

Page 177: ...formation in this manual See the content list included in the kit for the most recent information about the kit content at the time when the device is shipped Item Quantity in shipment Viper capillary...

Page 178: ...ow cell SST 7 mm 6083 0530 Standard biocompatible flow cell PEEK 10 mm 6083 0540 Semi micro biocompatible flow cell MP35N 7 mm 6083 0550 Diagnostic cell 6083 0570 Manual inject and flush kit for flow...

Page 179: ...or the following flow cells Standard Semi analytical Semi micro Semi micro biocompatible 6083 7950 6083 2300 Viper capillary I D x length 0 175 x 300 mm PEEK For the standard biocompatible flow cells...

Page 180: ...5 m 6720 8910 USB cable type A to type B high speed USB 2 0 Cable length 1 m 6035 9035 USB cable type A to type B high speed USB 2 0 Cable length 5 m 6911 0002 Power cords Description Part No Power co...

Page 181: ...11 Appendix Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual Page 181 11 Appendix This chapter provides additional information about compliance and UV cutoff wavelengths...

Page 182: ...se of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment The CE mark on the device indicates that the product is compliant with the directive China RoHS regulations Measures for Admin...

Page 183: ...a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the U S FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercia...

Page 184: ...VF D11 Operating Manual 11 1 5 Manual Release History Revision Covering 2 0 VC D11 A 01 VC D12 A 01 VF D11 A 01 1 0 VF D11 A 01 The instructions were prepared in English original instructions Other l...

Page 185: ...hey may also contain salts such as sodium hydroxide NaOH Most solvents have a UV cutoff wavelength within the spectral range of the device For optimum measurement results perform quantitative measurem...

Page 186: ...11 Appendix Page 186 Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual...

Page 187: ...oncentration 28 Chromeleon 41 audit trail 158 device setup 80 module setup 80 parameters 95 Predictive Performance 121 Smart Shutdown 108 Smart Standby 108 Smart Startup 89 cleaning 119 condensation 5...

Page 188: ...apillaries and tubing 69 safety guidelines 50 site requirements 53 system 51 intended use 20 interior view 36 Interlink 57 K keypad 84 UV 85 VIS 85 L lamp 124 UV 95 VIS 95 lamp replacement 124 deuteri...

Page 189: ...eference bandwidth 97 100 106 reference wavelength 97 100 105 regulatory compliance 30 remove slide in module 152 reordering 175 replacement parts 175 179 response time 97 100 102 optimization 102 res...

Page 190: ...84 86 158 Status LED 84 86 158 Status LED 84 86 158 system arrangement 56 system equilibration 89 System Interlink 57 T transport 148 troubleshooting 157 general information 158 messages 160 tubing 72...

Page 191: ...Index Diode Array Multiple Wavelength Detectors VC D11 VC D12 VF D11 Operating Manual Page 191...

Page 192: ...Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc 168 Third Avenue Waltham Massachusetts 02451 USA www thermofisher com...

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