ICS-1000 Ion Chromatography System Operator's Manual

3 • Operation and Maintenance3.5 Check All Connections1. Make sure the reservoir is filled and the tubing connecting the reservoir to theICS-1000 tubing is securely connected.2. Make sure the USB cable from the computer is connected to the USBreceptacle on the ICS-1000 rear panel.3.6 Prime the PumpIf you changed eluent or if the eluent lines are dry, prime the lines firstwith a syringe before priming the pump. See Section B.14.1 forinstructions.1. Verify that the priming valve on the primary pump head (see Figure 3-8) isclosed (turned all the way clockwise).2. Open the waste valve on the secondary pump head by turning the knob onequarterto one-half turn counterclockwise. Opening the valve directs theeluent flow path to waste and eliminates backpressure.SecondaryPump HeadWaste Valve(open)Priming Valve(close)PrimaryPump HeadFigure 3-8. Priming the Pump3. Press Prime on the Chromeleon Control Panel. A confirmation message isdisplayed, asking if you opened the waste valve. Select Yes. The pump willbegin pumping at approximately 3.0 mL/min.4. Continue priming the ICS-1000 until all air and previous eluent are purgedand no air bubbles are exiting the waste line.Doc. 031879-01 3/03 3-9