ICS-1000 Ion Chromatography System Operator's Manual

ICS-1000 Ion Chromatography SystemDEGAS CALIBRATION FAILEDThis error occurs when the degas vacuum does not reach the expected levelduring calibration.To troubleshoot:1. Retry the calibration.2. If calibration still fails, the vacuum degas assembly may need to bereplaced. Contact Dionex for assistance.HARDWARE NOT PRESENTThis error indicates an error in the ICS-1000 electronics.To troubleshoot:• Contact Dionex for assistance. The ICS-1000 electronics componentscannot be serviced by the user.LEAK SENSOR WETThe leak sensor is installed in the drip tray at the bottom of the componentpanel (see Figure 2-4). If liquid accumulates in the tray, the sensor signals theproblem and the “Leak sensor wet” error message appears.To troubleshoot:1. Locate the source of the leak by visually inspecting the tubing,fittings, and components on the component panel.2. Tighten fittings or replace tubing and fittings as required. Refer toSection 4.2 for detailed troubleshooting of various types of leaks.3. After fixing the leak, dry the drip tray thoroughly to prevent the leaksensor from triggering additional error messages.4-4 Doc. 031879-01 3/03