Varian 900-LC Series Liquid Chromatograph
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1. gt gt gt Broken glass Corrosive liquid Electrical shock gt gt gt Fire hazard Noxious gas Heavy weight danger to hands Moving parts Toxic hazard UV radiation Eye hazard gt gt gt RF radiation Heavy weight Explosion hazard danger to feet The symbols above may be used on warning labels attached to the instrument When you see these symbols refer to the relevant operation or service manual for the correct procedure referred to by that warning label 10 Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph US FCC Advisory Statement This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and operated in accordance with the instruction manual may cause interference to radio communications It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of Federal Communications Commission FCC Rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial environment Operation of this equipment in a residential area may cause interference in which case the user will be required to take whatever measures may be necessary to correct the interference at his or her expense Spurious and Harmonic Radiation Compliance Your Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph complies with the requirements of FCC rules and Regulati2. e Avoid using power supplies from a source that may be subject to electrical or RF interface from other services for example large electrical motors elevators and welders 6 Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph Compressed Gas Cylinders Unless your system is equipped with a helium sparging unit there are no gas requirements for the Varian 900 LC Series systems For gas requirements on these other devices consult the operation manual or other documentation enclosed with the particular device Compressed gas cylinders contain highly pressurized gas If storage conditions are outside of the recommended suppliers safety codes the cylinders can explode or rapidly release gas into the environment This may result in injury or death e Store and handle compressed gases carefully and in strict adherence to safety codes e _ Secure cylinders to an immovable structure or wall e Store and move cylinders in an upright vertical position Before transport remove regulators and install cylinder cap e Store cylinders in a well ventilated area away from heat direct sunshine freezing temperatures and ignition sources e Mark cylinders clearly so there is no doubt as to their contents e Use only approved regulators and connections e Use only connector tubing that is chromatographically clean Varian part number 0391832600 and has a pressure rating significantly greater than the highest outle
3. In transit sharp jolts and shocks must be avoided and the packages must not be inverted or tilted unnecessarily Markings on the shipping cartons generally indicate the required orientation of the carton 3 5 Unpacking the Instrument AN AN 26 Do not unpack the instrument under any circumstances without the presence of a Varian Representative Detailed instructions on unpacking the instrument are supplied with the documentation shipped with the instrument Warning The Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph weighs approximately 140 kg 309 lb To avoid injury to personnel or damage to equipment always use a fork lift or other suitable lifting device when moving the instrument Not all options may be present so consult your purchase order for more information Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph 4 Laboratory Facilities This section includes information on the laboratory facilities required to support the operation of the LC system These include e Electrical power supply e Gas supplies e Waste fluid container 4 1 Electrical Power Supplies The installation of electrical power supplies must comply with the rules and or regulations imposed by the local authorities responsible for the use of electrical energy in the workplace All power supplies for the Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph and its accessories should be single phase AC 3 wire systems active ne
4. This may need to be ordered 22 Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph Instrument Shipping Information Generally Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatographs are sold Free On Board shipping point with the transportation from this point at the customer s expense Due to the size and nature of the LC system it is advisable that a third party is engaged to assist with transportation from the point of unloading to the final placement of the instrument in the laboratory The Varian Field Sales and Service Offices will be able to assist in the task of recommending a third party that specializes in the transportation of precision scientific instrumentation 3 1 In House Transit Routes Publication date January 2008 In house transit routes must be carefully considered Vertical horizontal and turning clearances should be calculated from the shipping crate dimensions of the liquid chromatograph which is the largest unit in any system arrangement 23 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph De a Minimum door dimension 950 mm Crated Instrument Minimum turning dimension lt 1306 mm gt Figure 3 Maximum clearance required for transportation in the shipping crate 24 Figure 3 provides an indication of the minimum turning clearance and minimum door width required for the HPLC system in its shipping crate Particular attention should be made to the cl
5. 0 10000 ft Non operating and Sea level 40 90 95 meeting dielectric strength tests Operating within 0 3050 m 10 35 8 80 specifications 0 10000 ft Publication date January 2008 17 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph Environmental Conditions The area selected for the operation of a Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph must be free from drafts corrosive atmospheres and vibration Sample preparation areas and materials storage facilities should be located in a separate room The area should be a dust free low humidity environment Air conditioning is strongly recommended for control of the environment For optimum analytical performance it is recommended that the ambient temperature of the laboratory be between 20 and 25 C 68 and 77 F Cleanliness Limit dust levels to less than 36 000 000 particles 0 5 microns or larger per cubic meter of air This is equivalent to a clean office Instrument cooling air supply The Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph requires clean dry non corrosive air for cooling purposes This is supplied to the instrument through air supply vents in the instrument The air supply is used to cool the electronics of the instrument Several of these assemblies contain parts prone to corrosion The introduction of cooling air contaminated with high levels of acid vapor or other corrosive substances may cause damage to the instrument Due to the corrosive nature of some
6. 360 mm 700 mm 600 mm 18 kg 28 in 14 in 24 in 40 lb RI detector 296 mm 475 mm 212 mm 11 kg 12 in 19 in 9 in 25 b Shipping dimensions 460 mm 775 mm 385 mm 14 kg 31in 15 in 18 in 31 lb Fraction collector 490 mm 285 mm 510 mm 18 kg 20 in 12 in 21 in 34 Ib Shipping dimensions 760 mm 500 mm 840 mm 31 kg 30 in 20 in 32 in 69 Ib Publication date January 2008 25 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph AN Warning The Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph weighs approximately 140 kg 309 lb To avoid injury to personnel or damage to equipment always use a fork lift or other suitable lifting device when moving the instrument 3 4 Transit Damage Transit damage will only be admitted by the carrier if it is reported as agreed in the terms of his agreement For any claims against damage in transit the following general rules apply e Before accepting delivery you should inspect the packages for signs of obvious damage The nature of any obvious damage must be noted on the carrier s waybill and then must be countersigned by a representative of the carrier e A copy of any damage report must be forwarded to the Varian Sales Office dealing with the supply of the equipment Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatographs are inherently robust and the packaging is designed to prevent damage It must be remembered that the contents form part of a precision measuring system and all packages should be handled accordingly
7. analytical work it is recommended that in applications demanding high usage of corrosive materials an external cooling air supply system be provided It is strongly recommended that the cooling air be supplied from an environmentally controlled area that is away from the instrument and any other area where corrosive materials are stored or used Workbench The Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph is a precision instrument The workbench must be free from vibration and must be stable and strong enough to support the total weight of the equipment to be placed on top of the workbench The bench top should be large enough to permit free circulation of air through the main instrument and around each of the accessories Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph The information provided in the weights and dimensions table will help make planning easier Portable or semi permanent trolleys must not be used as work benches for the HPLC system To avoid damage through spillage of samples being used the instrument bench top should be covered with a material that is corrosion resistant and impervious to liquid spillage For comfortable working conditions and easy access to the instrument sample introduction system Varian recommends that the height of the workbench be approximately 900 mm 36 in high 2 3 1 Workbench location Publication date January 2008 The workbench location should permit service
8. AC 85 VA 28 Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph 4 1 2 LC system power connections Table 5 Varian 900 LC series power connections Cable rating 220 240 V countries 5 A minimum Cable rating 100 120 V countries 12 A minimum a Plug supplied Required wall socket Australia Complies with AS3112 To comply with AS3112 HPM 787 or Clipsal 2015 250 V 10 A USA Complies with Nema 5 15P To comply with Nema 5 15R Hubbell 5262 125 V 15 A Canada _ Complies with Nema 5 15P To comply with Nema 5 Complies with CS 22 2 No 42 15R Hubbell 5262 125 V 15 A Europe Complies with CEE 7 Sheet VII To comply with CEE 7 Sheet VII 250 V 10 16 A 4 1 3 Other electrical connections All power requirements will be instrument specific Please check with your Quality Compliance department for correct information 4 1 4 Fuses 1FS1 amp 1FS2 T10 A H250 V 3AB SLO BLO for 220 240 V countries T20 A H250 V 3AB SLO BLO for 100 120 V countries FS3 T2 5 A H250 V 5x20 mm for both 100 120 V and 220 240 V countries For safety reasons any other internal fuse is not operator accessible and should only be replaced by Varian authorized personnel Fuse information on the rear of the instrument is the most up to date Publication date January 2008 29 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph 30 4 2 4 2 1 4 3 Gas Supplies The installatio
9. Series Liquid Chromatograph requires the use of a waste container for the disposal of excess fluids Suitable tubing is supplied with the HPLC system for use with most solvents A chemically inert container appropriately sized to hold waste coming from the instrument must be provided by the instrument user It should be located underneath the workbench where it is protected by the bench and in full view of the operator Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph 4 4 Network Requirements The company network must allow TCP IP communications to be routed across However a desktop switch is provided with the instrument to allow local networking The following are suggested network connections using the provided switch Company network Standard Ethernet Cable 4 Dedicated Subnet for 900 LC s J Galaxie Server Ethernet Switch 900 LC 900 LC Galaxie Acquisition Server and Client PC Standard Ethernet Cables 900 LC 900 LC Figure 4 Networked installation with the server on the network vork 8 Dedicated Subnet for 900 LC s Standard Ethernet Cable Galaxie Client PC Ethernet Switch Standard Ethernet Cable Galaxie Server and Galaxie Acquisition Server 900 LC 900 LC Standard Ethernet Cables 900 LC 900 LC Figure 5 Networked installation with the server on the laboratory do
10. Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph Pre installation Manual Installation Category II Pollution Degree 2 Safety Class 1 EN 61010 1 NOTICE This document contains references to Varian Please note that Varian Inc is now part of Agilent Technologies For more information go to www agilent com chem pte Agilent Technologies 8510243900 January 2008 Issue 1 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph Varian Inc offices Varian Inc has offices in most countries The major offices for Liquid Chromatography products are listed below Varian Australia Pty Ltd Manufacturing site 679 Springvale Road Mulgrave Victoria 3170 Australia International telephone 61 3 9560 7133 International fax 61 3 9560 7950 Varian Instruments 2700 Mitchell Dr Walnut Creek CA 94598 Telephone 1 800 926 3000 International telephone 1 925 939 2400 International fax 1 925 945 2102 Varian BV Herculesweg 8 4338 PL Middelburg Netherlands International telephone 31 118 67 1000 International fax 31 118 62 3193 Internet The Varian Inc Internet home page can be found at www varianinc com Varian Australia Pty Ltd is the owner of copyright on this document and any associated software Under law the written permission of Varian Australia Pty Ltd must be obtained before either the documentation or the software is copied reproduced translated or converted to electronic or other machine readab
11. access from all sides A minimum of 400 mm 16 in free space at the sides of the HPLC system and approximately 750 mm 30 in at the rear of the instrument is required for maintenance and service access The Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph should not be located close to an access door window or any other area where drafts may cause unstable temperature conditions The following diagrams show the relative dimensions of the main instrument You should leave enough space to spin the instrument around for service from the rear panel about 104 cm x 104 cm unless you can access the unit from the rear without spinning it These dimensions should be considered during the preparation for installation of your HPLC system 19 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph 721 DEPTH Figure 1 Side view of instrument measured in millimeters 748 WIDTH Figure 2 Front view of instrument measured in millimeters 20 856 HEIGHT WITH SUM MODULE 665 HEIGHT INSTRUMENT Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph 2 4 PC Requirements The recommended configuration represents the minimum on which you can run the software This PC configuration may be out of manufacture or you may want to use a PC you already have Table 2 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph recommended PC requirements Publication date January 2008 Pentium 4 processor 3 0 GHz
12. all relevant safety practices at all times Operation of a Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph involves the use of high pressure liquids UV light compressed gas cylinders and hazardous materials including corrosive fluids and flammable liquids Careless improper or unskilled use of this liquid chromatograph can cause death or serious injury to personnel and or severe damage to equipment and property The liquid chromatograph incorporates interlocks and covers that are designed to prevent inadvertent contact with any potential hazards If the instrument is used in any manner not specified by Varian this protection may be impaired It is good practice to develop safe working habits that do not depend upon the correct operation of the interlocks for safe operation It is essential that no interlock or cover is bypassed damaged or removed The safety practices described below are provided to help the user operate the instrument safely Read each safety topic thoroughly before attempting to operate the instrument and ALWAYS operate the liquid chromatograph in accordance with these safety practices Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph Electrical Hazards Exposure to high voltages and UV energy can cause severe skin damage and cataracts of the eyes while close contact with the electrical components can result in severe heat burns to the skin and an electrical discharge which may cause death severe electric shock or sub surfa
13. ce skin burns The liquid chromatograph has been carefully designed to operate safely and effectively when using components that conform to Varian s design criteria Use of non approved components may render the system inoperative and or hazardous It may also invalidate the warranty on the instrument Use only related components supplied or authorized by Varian e Disconnect the instrument from all power sources before removing protective panels to avoid exposure to potentially dangerous voltages Panels or covers which are retained by screws may be opened ONLY by Varian qualified Customer Service Representatives Consult the manuals or product labels supplied with your PC to determine which parts are operator accessible e When it is necessary to use a non original power cord plug make sure the replacement cord adheres to the color coding and polarity described in the manual and all local building safety codes e Good grounding earthing is essential to avoid a potentially serious electric shock hazard Ensure that there is a 3 pin earth grounded receptacle Consult the manuals or product labels supplied with your PC for the relevant grounding requirements e Replace blown fuses with fuses of the size and rating shown on the fuse panel or in the manual e Replace faulty or frayed power cords immediately with the same type and rating e Make sure that voltage sources and line voltage match the value for which the instrument is wired
14. ear its final location Appropriate lifting equipment All unopened boxes have been checked for damage e All boxes have been checked against the ordering list Waste container HPLC grade water and acetone All preparations have been completed Please arrange for the installation to be completed as soon as possible I understand that if the installation site is not prepared in accordance with the enclosed instructions additional installation charges may apply Company name and address Name Position Telephone Date Preferred installation date YNNNN Signed Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph This page is intentionally left blank 16 Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph 2 Laboratory Environment This section includes information on laboratory requirements for the Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph including e Environmental conditions e Workbench construction and location e Guidelines for software installation 2 1 Suitability The instrument is suitable only for indoor use and is classified suitable under the following categories EN 61010 1 Installation category II Pollution degree 2 Safety class 1 EN 61010 1 Table 1 Suitable environmental conditions for the Varian 900 LC Series HPLC instruments Condition Altitude Temperature Humidity RH C non condensing Non operating 0 3050 m 5 45 20 80 Transport
15. earance of any doors in the transit route to the laboratory The required turning and door clearance may need to take into consideration any lifting device used for transporting the instrument e g fork lift pallet truck or trolley Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph 3 2 Insurance After Delivery As the carrier s liability ceases when the equipment is delivered Varian recommends that the instrument owner arranges separate insurance that will cover transportation from the delivery point to the installation site The delivery point will vary according to the carrier the shipping method and in some cases the terms of sale Some carriers will only deliver to their own distribution center while others may deliver to the actual installation site 3 3 Weights and Dimensions Table 3 Weights and dimensions System unit Width Depth Height Weight Varian 920 LC Liquid Chromatograph 750 mm 725 mm 665 mm 133 kg Analytical 30 in 29 in 27 in 294 lb Varian 940 LC Liquid Chromatograph 750 mm 725 mm 856 mm 139 kg Semi Preparative 30 in 29 in 34 in 307 lb Varian 940 LC Liquid Chromatograph 750 mm 725 mm 665 mm 137 kg Preparative 30 in 29 in 27 in 302 lb Shipping dimensions 950 mm 895 mm 1165 mm 170 kg all units 38 in 36 in 46 in 375 lb Additional components Width Depth Height Weight ELS detector 200 mm 450 mm 415mm 11 kg 8 in 18 in 17 in 25 lb Shipping dimensions
16. le form in whole or in part First published in January 2008 in Australia Comments about this manual should be directed to the Marketing Communications Manager Varian Australia at the address above or by e mail to webmaster osi varianinc com Varian Australia is IS09001 2000 certified 2008 Varian Australia Pty Ltd ABN 67 004 559 540 Galaxie Varian and the Varian logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Varian Inc in the United States or other countries All other trademarks are the property of there respective owners All rights reserved 2 Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph Publication date January 2008 Contents Safety Practices and Hazards cccesssccssssscesessceesessecesesseeeesseseees 5 General 5 Electrical Hazards 6 Compressed Gas Cylinders 7 High Pressure Hazards 7 Ultraviolet Radiation 8 Other Precautions 8 Warning and Caution Messages 9 Warning Symbols 9 US FCC Advisory Statement 11 Spurious and Harmonic Radiation Compliance 11 CE Compliance 11 Vin TinttOGuctiO nm siec esicccsessesiescsssetsscesesacdcoesedsdcoastacccovsededsevsaeedcveveses ses 13 1 1 Installation Guidelines 14 1 2 Pre installation Check list 15 2 Laboratory Environment sssssssssssssesssseessseeessseeesssessssseessseee 17 2 1 Suitability 17 2 2 Environmental Conditions 18 2 2 1 Cleanliness 18 2 2 2 Instrument cooling air supply 18 2 3 Workbench 18 2 3 1 Wo
17. main Publication date January 2008 31 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph Dedicated Subnet for 900 LC s S Optional S Standard Ethernet Cable Standard Ethernet Cable EN Ethemet Switch Galaxie Standard Ethernet Cables 900 LC 900 LC 900 LC 900 LC Company network __ Figure 6 Stand alone installation with four instruments connected to the acquisition client Dedicated Subnet for 900 LC s p Optional IS Standard Ethernet Cable Standard Ethernet Cable EN Ethemet Switch Galaxie Company network Standard Ethernet Cable 900 LC Figure 7 Stand alone installation with one instrument connected to the acquisition client You or your network administrator must provide any hardware adapters cables and configuration and setup work required to convert from the company network wiring type to 10 100 BaseT wiring This hardware must comply with the IEEE 802 3 standard 32 Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph 4 5 Guidelines for Software Installation Varian recommends that you purchase a PC as part of the Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph package The PC included in the package will come with the appropriate operating system as loaded by the PC supplier For instructions on installing the Windows operating system please refer to the appropriate manuals supplied with the soft
18. n of compressed or liquid gas supplies must comply with the rules and or regulations imposed by the local authorities responsible for such use in the workplace Unless your system is equipped with a helium sparging unit there are no gas requirements for the Varian 900 LC Series systems For gas requirements on these other devices consult the operation manual or other documentation enclosed with the particular device Storage cylinder instructions Cylinders containing gas under pressure should be firmly secured to a rigid structure and the storage area must be adequately ventilated Never locate gas cylinders near a source of ignition or in a position that is subject to direct heat Gas storage cylinders often incorporate a pressure release device which will discharge the gas at a predetermined temperature usually around 52 C 125 F If gases are to be plumbed from a remote storage area to the instrument site ensure that the local outlets are fitted with stop valves pressure gauges and suitable regulators which are easily accessible to the instrument operator The gas outlets must be provided within 1 5 meters 5 feet of the instrument The customer is responsible for installation of gas supplies or gas cylinders Varian authorized personnel will not be involved in the setting up or installation of any gas supplies other than the connections into the liquid chromatograph Waste Fluid Container Operation of the Varian 900 LC
19. ns for operation of the computer 35 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph This page is intentionally left blank 36 Publication date January 2008
20. ons part 18 subpart H Miscellaneous Equipment at the date of manufacture CE Compliance Publication date January 2008 Your Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph has been designed to comply with the requirements of the Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Directive and the Low Voltage electrical safety Directive commonly referred to as the LVD of the European Union Varian has confirmed that each product complies with the relevant Directives by testing a prototype against the prescribed EN European Norm standards Proof that a product complies with these directives is indicated by e the CE Marking appearing on the rear of the product and e the documentation package that accompanies the product containing a copy of the Declaration of Conformity The Declaration of Conformity is the legal declaration by Varian that the product complies with the directives listed above and shows the EN standards to which the product was tested to demonstrate compliance It is also signed by Varian s Authorized Representative in the EU and by the representative of the manufacturing plant Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph This page is intentionally left blank 12 Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph Introduction Publication date January 2008 This publication contains the information required to successfully prepare a site for a Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph in
21. or higher 2 GB of RAM 2 x 200 GB hard drives DVD ROM Super VGA monitor with high color 16 bit 1024 x 768 resolution One of these graphic cards for using PDA features e INTEL integrated video card e AM Radeon AGP e ATI Mobility 128 AGP e ATI Rage Mobility 128 AGP e ATI mobility M3 e ATI 3D Rage PRO AGP 2X e ATI Rage 128 Pro Ultra GL AGP e ATI Rage XL PCI B41 e ATI Rage 128 Ultra 16MB e Neomagic Magicgraph 128XD e NeoMagic MagicMedia256ZX e Mga mil chip MGA 2064WB4R2 CNA TI TVP3026 220MHZ e Nvidia Riva TNT with last driver version chip NV4 memory 16Mo Files nv4_mini sys nv4_disp dll Version 4 00 4 0 0 e NVIDIA GeForce4 MX 420 64MB DDR e NVidia GEForce4 440 MX e Matrox G200 AGP 16 bit sound card Windows 101 key keyboard Microsoft or compatible mouse 2 PCI compatible slots for I O card Windows XP Service pack 1 Microsoft Internet Explorer v 6 0 21 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph PCs supplied with Letter of Credit orders will be an international brand and will be the Recommended configuration or better Higher rated PC components can be substituted for those listed above e g processor type amount of memory screen size and resolution operating system version etc Additionally you need to have a valid copy of Galaxie in order to run the instrument
22. rkbench location 19 2 4 PC Requirements 21 3 Instrument Shipping Information eee eeeseeeeeeeeees 23 3 1 In House Transit Routes 23 3 2 Insurance after Delivery 25 3 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph 3 3 3 4 3 5 4 4 1 4 2 4 3 4 4 4 5 Weights and Dimensions Transit Damage Unpacking the Instrument Laboratory Facilities eeeeeeeeee Electrical power supplies 4 1 1 Electrical requirements 4 1 2 LC system power connections 4 1 3 Other electrical connections 4 1 4 Fuses Gas Supplies 4 2 1 Storage cylinder instructions Waste Fluid Container Network Requirements Guidelines for Software Installation Operator Training eeseeeeeeeee 25 26 26 27 28 29 29 29 30 30 30 31 33 Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph Safety Practices and Hazards General Publication date January 2008 Your Varian instrument and accessories have been carefully designed so that when used properly you have an accurate fast flexible and safe analytical system If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired Information about safety practices appears throughout the documentation both hard copy and online provided with your instrument and accessories Before using the instrument or accessories you must thoroughly read these safety practices Observe
23. stallation On completion of the site preparation fill in the check list in Section 1 2 and send this pre installation check list to your local Varian agent or Varian sales and service office As soon as it is received Varian or your Varian agent will contact you to arrange a convenient time for installation If you have difficulty in preparing for the installation and for details of operator training courses please contact your Varian sales or customer support representative at the address given below Attach Varian office card here 13 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph 14 1 1 Installation Guidelines Allow a minimum of 1 day for the installation of the Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph by a Varian Representative The installation will include the following Instrument installation Instrument software installation and registration Accessory installation Installation performance tests Basic customer training Maintenance overview Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph 1 2 Pre installation Check list Publication date January 2008 I have prepared e Environmental conditions Suitable workbench Electrical power supplies Personal computer with Microsoft Windows XP operating system installed and printer Appropriate network and workstation access IP address subnet mask and gateway if fixed IP Instrument has been placed n
24. suitable mechanical lifting device to move the instrument Use only Varian supplied spares with your instrument Warning and Caution Messages A Warning message is used in the text when failure to observe instructions or precautions could result in death or injury The list of symbols that appear in conjunction with warnings are detailed in the next section A Caution message is used when failure to observe instructions could result in damage to equipment Varian supplied and or other associated equipment The following symbols may appear on the instrument for your information Warning Symbols Publication date January 2008 The following is a list of symbols that appear in conjunction with warnings in this manual or on the liquid chromatograph The hazard they describe is also shown A triangular symbol indicates a warning The meanings of the symbols that may appear alongside warnings in the documentation or on the instrument itself are as follows l Mains power on Mains power off Fuse Single phase alternating current Direct current When attached to the rear of the instrument indicates that the product complies with the requirements of one or more EU directives Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph When attached to the rear of the product indicates that SP the product has been certified evaluated to CSA 1010 1 and UL 3101 1 a Indicates high voltage xenon flash lamp present
25. t pressure from the regulator High Pressure Hazards Publication date January 2008 If a line ruptures a relief device opens or a valve opens accidentally under pressure potentially hazardous high liquid pressures can be generated by the pump causing a high velocity stream of volatile and or toxic liquids e Wear face protection in accordance with local safety regulations when you inject samples or perform routine maintenance e Never open a solvent line or valve under pressure Stop the pump first and let the pressure drop to zero e Use shatter proof reservoirs capable of operating at 50 60 psi Read and adhere to all NOTES CAUTIONS and WARNINGS in the manual Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph Ultraviolet Radiation Liquid chromatographs that use an ultraviolet light source have shielding to prevent radiation exposure to personnel For continued protection e Ensure that protective lamp covers of detectors are in place during operation e Do not look directly into detector fluid cells or at the UV light source When inspecting the light source or fluid cell always use protective eye covering such as borosilicate glass or polystyrene e Ozone can be generated by radiation from the source lamps Exposure to ozone can result in severe irritation to the skin eyes and upper respiratory system The maximum permissible exposure level is 0 1 ppm 0 2 mg m ALWAYS ventilate the area surrounding the ins
26. tion performance tests during the installation procedure The Varian Representative however is not necessarily experienced in complex analytical routines and is not authorized to conduct extensive training To ensure that your operators benefit the most from witnessing the installation performance tests operator training should be completed before your equipment is installed It is strongly recommended that you take advantage of the special training courses that are conducted at various locations by the Varian Customer Support and Sales Organization In some areas it may be possible to arrange for operator training to be carried out after the installation using your own instrument To check this possibility please contact your local Varian Sales and Service Office When waiting for tests or instrument warm up to complete the Varian Representative will demonstrate some of the basic system operating procedures If your system computer was purchased from Varian it will be configured formatted partitioned and loaded with its operating system The Galaxie Software will be loaded during installation Please note that you must have a working knowledge of the computer operating system as this type of instruction is not provided by Varian The online help supplied with the HPLC system provides step by step instructions for setting up the system and detailed operating instructions for the analysis procedures it does not include instructio
27. trument such that the concentration of ozone does not exceed the maximum permissible level All venting must be to outside air never within the building Other Precautions Use of the liquid chromatograph and accessories may involve materials solvents and solutions which are flammable corrosive toxic or otherwise hazardous Careless improper or unskilled use of such materials solvents and solutions can create explosion hazards fire hazards toxicity and other hazards that can result in death serious personal injury or damage to equipment Always ensure that laboratory safety practices governing the use handling and disposal of hazardous materials are strictly observed These safety practices should include wearing appropriate safety clothing and safety glasses Air flow to the cooling fans of the liquid chromatograph and accessories must be unobstructed Do not block the ventilation grills on the liquid chromatograph and accessories Consult the manuals supplied with your PC monitor and for their specific ventilation requirements Great care should be taken when working with glass or quartz parts to prevent breakage and cuts This is especially important when removing or replacing lamps 8 Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph The liquid chromatograph weighs approximately 140 kg 309 lb To avoid injury to personnel or damage to the instrument or property always use a forklift or other
28. utral ground or two active and ground Each connection should be terminated at an appropriate receptacle within reach of each assembly s power cable Use of power boards or extension cables is not recommended Avoid using power supplies from a source that may be subject to electrical interference from other services such as large electric motors elevators welders and air conditioning units Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatographs are supplied with a 2 m long 6 ft and 6 in mains supply cable The Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph draws a maximum of 12 Amps RMS at 100 volts with a power factor of approximately 0 90 Publication date January 2008 27 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph 4 1 1 Electrical requirements Table 4 System electrical specifications System unit Required supply voltage Nominal rating Varian 920 LC Liquid 100 120 V 220 240 V AC 1000 VA Chromatograph Analytical 50 60 Hz Varian 940 LC Liquid 100 120 V 220 240 V AC 800 VA Chromatograph Semi preparative 50 60 Hz Varian 940 LC Liquid 100 120 V 220 240 V AC 1200 VA Chromatograph Preparative 50 60 Hz External component ELS detector 115 230 V AC 50 60 Hz 480 VA External RI detector 115 230 V AC 50 60 Hz 150 VA Fraction collector 115 230 V AC 50 60 Hz 264 VA Ethernet switch 115 230 V AC 50 60 Hz 7VA Personal computer typical 115 120 220 240 V AC 300 VA Printer typical 115 120 220 240 V
29. ware It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that the operating system software has been installed and is functional if the customer is supplying the PC or the operating system Varian will not assume responsibility for loss of data The Varian 900 LC Series instrument requires a version of Galaxie Software in order to run the instrument A Varian Representative will have advised you what version of the Galaxie software is required and what options you have in terms of upgrading The Varian Representative will connect the PC to the HPLC system and any factory approved accessories purchased at installation Initial instrument software installation is also included as part of the system installation For information on installing the Galaxie Software consult the Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph getting started manual that is supplied with the instrument For networking Galaxie Software consult the Galaxie CDS Installation Guide Publication date January 2008 33 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph This page is intentionally left blank 34 Publication date January 2008 Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph Operator Training Publication date January 2008 The Varian 900 LC Series Liquid Chromatograph instrument is installed by a Varian Representative During installation the Varian Representative will demonstrate the basic operating procedures while conducting the installa
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