Preface; About This Manual - Hitachi CHROMASTER 5160 Instruction Manual

We thank you for purchasing the 6-channel degassing unit for Chromaster 5110 pump.
This instrument is used to eliminate dissolved gas from wash fluid for mobile phase and the
autosampler in HPLC analysis.
This instrument is intended for use by persons having a basic knowledge of chemical
analysis procedures. Keep in mind that improper use of analytical instruments,
chemicals or samples would result not only in wrong analytical data but also in
consequences adverse to safety. Note that it is allowed only for persons having a
basic knowledge of chemical analysis procedures to use this instrument.
Please read this instruction manual carefully before attempting operation and acquaint
yourself with the 6-channel degassing unit to enable its correct use.
● The operating procedures, maintenance & checkup instructions and precautions for the 6-
channel degassing unit for Chromaster 5110 pump are described in this manual.
● This manual consists of the following sections.
IMPORTANT (contains details of warranty, installation/relocation, after-sale technical
service, useful life of this instrument, etc.)
SAFETY SUMMARY
Chapter 1. OVERVIEW
Chapter 2. FUNCTIONS (Front Panel, specifications etc.)
Chapter 3. OPERATION (Selection of Mobile Phase etc.)
Chapter 4. TROUBLESHOOTING
Appendix 1. Installation (Check against Packing List, etc.)
Appendix 2. Place for Installation (Installation Conditions)
● First of all, read IMPORTANT and SAFETY SUMMARY at the beginning of the instruction
manual for Chromaster 5110 pump and those at the beginning of the instruction manual
for the organizer. Then read IMPORTANT and SAFETY SUMMARY at the beginning of
this instruction manual.
If installation of the 6-channel degassing unit is not yet completed, refer to the Appendix.

PREFACE

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

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