Hi danots, Thank you for your reply. We have tried exchanging the ceramic tubes (upper and outer) several times, but this does not do the trick. Also the columns have been replaced frequently, as we customize the application a lot being R&D. The SCD works…
071619 Hi, This question is related to my previous question about method development. The method I devised seems to work well, in that a calibration standard run after my curve is set up yields results that I expected. There is virtually no interferences…
Hi everyone, I am trying to install ChemStation on my Windows 10 Pro computer and I am having some issues. This issue comes up each time I try to configure my instrument and I am not sure why. The HPLC I use is 1260 series from Agilent and has a VWD,…
Hi, folks! Suddenly, after about 3 years of shutdown and re-run, our Agilent Q-TOF 6530A has failed. I have problems with signal stability, the signal intensities over time looks like "saw"/waving at all masses.
Here is a typical mass calibration (same…
Recently I noticed a larger pressure fluctuation during the injection process for my 1220 autosampler. I tested the system using Lab Advisor's Pressure too High test and it failed stating that there is a clog. I switched out the needle, needle capillary…
Users of Agilent Spectroscopy Database Administrator (SDA) software will find many of their questions answered in the attached document. The latest revision of ICP-MS MassHunter software (G7201B, B.01.02) for the 7700 Series ICP-MS and 8800 ICP-QQQ now…
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Hi, We observed an error during autotune of QQQ GCMS as "Peak width gain failed", When it was occurred and what is the reason for the repeat error, Autotune was not completed due to " Peak width gain failed". Please suggest the recommendations and possibility…
Hi, In Masshunter 10, for a 6470 QQQ is it possible to have your worklist display the time that each injection will start and finish, or failing that, the time/date that your worklist is due to complete. Thanks - John. ross
I am now using the HPLC infinity 1260 with the software Openlab (Version A.01.02), the software shows an EMF now as shown in the attached photo. I know EMF means Early Maintenance Feedback, but what should I do to deal with it. I tried to find some useful…
This Information Applies To: Agilent GTA 120, 240/280 GTA Furnace
Issue
Before replacing the electrodes and/or shroud, the GTA Furnace workhead will need to be disassembled. After replacing the electrodes and shroud, the GTA Furnace workhead will...
This Information Applies To: Agilent 5200/5300/5400 Fragment Analyzer, Femto Pulse, ZAG DNA Analyzer
Issue
After starting a run, the run is aborted with the following error: Current = 0.0uA, Expected range: 5 - 3000.
Steps to Follow
Check...
This Information Applies To: Agilent OpenLab CDS 2.x in file system configuration
Issue
Sometimes, you will need to change the Projects Root Path / Project Storage Path . This article outlines the procedure on how to change it.
Background
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This Information Applies To: 5000 series ICP-OES (5100,5110,5800,5900), AVS 4/6/7
Issue
Steps to bypass the AVS to troubleshoot poor performance on the ICP-OES
Tip : These steps should be completed after the Subsystem Communication...
This Information Applies To: Agilent 8890/8860 GC Systems with SSL, MMI, PTV, or VI inlets.
Issue
Split vent trap replacement is recommended as part of the scheduled preventive maintenance. Sometimes, it has to be replaced when the inlet pressure...
This Information Applies To: Agilent 6000 Series LC/MS systems equipped with MS40+ rotary vane pumps
Issue
Instructions on how to replace the filter in an Agilent MS 40+ pump as part of annual pump maintenance
Background
The filter in the...
This Information Applies To: Agilent ICP-OES 5000 Series (5100/5110/5800/5900) with ICP Expert 7.5.x Software
Issue
The Recommended Routine Maintenance Schedule does not adjust for the number of samples analyses or the sample matrix, both of which...
This Information Applies To: Agilent 7890/7820 GC Systems with SSL, MMI, PTV, or VI inlets.
Issue
Split vent trap replacement is recommended as part of the scheduled preventive maintenance. Sometimes, it has to be replaced when the inlet pressure...
This Information Applies To: Agilent LC pumps
Issue:
Stuck or obstructed check valves (Active Inlet Valve (AIV), Passive Inlet Valve (PIV), Outlet Ball Valve (OBV)) can cause issues such as no-flow or no-pressure, moderate to strong drops in pressure...
This Information Applies To: Agilent 1260 Infinity II multisampler, 1290 Infinity II multisampler, 1260 Infinity II SFC multisampler, and 1260 Infinity II bio-Inert multisampler
Issue
The needle bends while moving to the wash port or showing one...