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External connections
See also:
For information explaining how to connect chromatographic tubing, see
.
Note:
A Waters Technical Service representative unpacks and installs the system components.
Warning:
To avoid spinal and muscular injury, do not attempt to lift a system module
without assistance.
If you must transport a system component, or remove it from service, request recommended
cleaning, flushing, and packaging procedures from Waters Technical Service.
A.1 Ethernet connections
The sample manager incorporates an internal Ethernet switch that accommodates the PC
(workstation) and as many as six system modules. Connect the shielded Ethernet cables from
each module to the electronic connections on the rear panel of the sample manager. The sample
manager is connected internally to the Ethernet switch.
Tip:
Use a Waters switch box if you are running multiple stacks of modules.
A.2 Column heater connection
The sample manager powers and communicates with the column heater. The external
communication cable must be connected to the rear of the column heater and the sample
manager.
To make column heater connections:
Notice:
To avoid damaging electrical parts, never disconnect an electrical assembly
while power is supplied to an instrument or device. To completely interrupt power, set
the power switch to Off, and then unplug the power cord from the ac source. Wait 10
seconds before you disconnect an assembly.
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