3
System preparation
Before proceeding, ensure that all of the procedures that explain how to prepare the system
modules for operation were performed as specified in the modules' overview and maintenance
guides.
3.1 Powering-on the system
To power-on the system, you must power-on the system workstation, system modules, and the
chromatography software. When powered-on, each module beeps three times and performs a
series of startup tests. After all modules complete their startup tests, you open the system
software and prime the system.
Tip:
When you power-on a new system for the first time, if it has leak sensors, they default to
disabled status. Subsequently, they retain their last specified setting. To enable or disable leak
sensors, see
To power on the system:
1.
Power-on the system's workstation.
Result:
The following start-up tests run: CPU board, memory (RAM and ROM), external
communication system (Ethernet), and clock. If the start-up tests indicate a malfunction,
contact your local Waters representative.
2.
Power-on the sample manager and then the solvent manager, by pressing the power
switch on the top, left-hand side of each device's door.
Note:
The system's communications occur at an internal Ethernet switch in the sample
manager. This module must be powered-on for any other system modules to communicate
with the data system.
3.
After power LEDs on the solvent manager and sample manager glow steady green, power-
on each detector by pressing the power switch on the detector's top, left-hand side.
Tip:
Power-on detectors only when the flow cell is wetted, to prevent initialization errors.
See also:
4.
Launch the chromatography data system software, and open the system.
Requirement:
If this is the first time you are using this system, you must define a new
system. For instructions, see the online Help.
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