Waters CN6 Manuale
Six-Zone Temperature Controller
Module
Operator's Guide
715005356
Revision A
Copyright © Waters Corporation 2017
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General information
Copyright notice
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errors that may appear in this document. This document is believed to be complete and accurate
at the time of publication. In no event shall Waters Corporation be liable for incidental or
consequential damages in connection with, or arising from, its use. For the most recent revision
of this document, consult the Waters website (waters.com).
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Contacting Waters
Contact Waters with enhancement requests or technical questions regarding the use,
transportation, removal, or disposal of any Waters product. You can reach us via the Internet,
telephone, fax, or conventional mail.
Waters contact information
Contacting medium Information
Internet The Waters Web site includes contact information for Waters locations
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Telephone and fax From the USA or Canada, phone 800-252-4752, or fax 508-872-1990.
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Documentation conventions
Instructions in this documentation adhere to the following conventions.
> Denotes the path for selecting menu commands, for moving from one menu to another, or
for performing a task.
Example: Click File > Open.
< > Indicates that you must enter variable information, such as a path or filename.
Example: Type open <filename>
Safety considerations
Some reagents and samples used with Waters instruments and devices can pose chemical,
biological, or radiological hazards (or any combination thereof). You must know the potentially
hazardous effects of all substances you work with. Always follow Good Laboratory Practice
(GLP), and consult your organization’s standard operating procedures as well as your local
requirements for safety.
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Safety hazard symbol notice
Documentation needs to be consulted in all cases where the symbol is used to find out the
nature of the potential hazard and any actions which have to be taken.
Considerations specific to the CN6 temperature controller
Warning: To avoid electric shock, do not remove protective panels from system
modules. The components within are not user-serviceable.
Warning: To avoid electric shock, observe these precautions:
• Use SVT-type power cords in the United States and HAR-type power cords, or
better, in Europe. For requirements elsewhere, contact your local Waters distributor.
• Inspect the power cords for damage, and replace them, if necessary.
• Power-off and unplug each module before performing any maintenance operation
on it.
• Connect each module to a common ground.
Warning: To avoid spinal and muscular injury, do not attempt to lift a system module
without assistance.
See also: For safety considerations regarding specific system modules, consult the appropriate
information on the user documentation CD.
FCC radiation emissions notice
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance, could
void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.
Electrical power safety notice
Do not position the instrument so that it is difficult to disconnect the power cord.
Equipment misuse notice
If equipment is used in a manner not specified by its manufacturer, protections against personal
injury inherent in the equipment’s design can be rendered ineffective.
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Safety advisories
Consult the "Safety advisories" appendix in this publication for a comprehensive list of warning
advisories and notices.
Operating this device
When operating this device, follow standard quality-control (QC) procedures and the guidelines
presented in this section.
Applicable symbols
The following symbols can be present on the device, system, or packaging.
Symbol Definition
Manufacturer
Date of manufacture
Authorized representative of the European Community
Confirms that a manufactured product complies with all applicable
European Community directives
or
Australia EMC compliant
Confirms that a manufactured product complies with all applicable United
States and Canadian safety requirements
Consult instructions for use
Alternating current
Electrical and electronic equipment with this symbol may contain
hazardous substances and should not be disposed of as general waste.
For compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
Directive (WEEE) 2012/19/EU, contact Waters Corporation for the correct
disposal and recycling instructions.
Serial number
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Symbol Definition
REF
Part number, catalog number
Audience and purpose
This guide is intended for individuals who operate the six-zone temperature controller module
(CN6). It gives an overview of the technology and operation of the temperature controller module.
Intended use of the six-zone temperature controller module
Waters designed the six-zone temperature controller module (CN6) for use in liquid
chromatography applications. The temperature controller module is not intended for use in
diagnostic applications.
ISM classification: ISM group 1 class A
This classification has been assigned in accordance with CISPR 11 Industrial Scientific and
Medical (ISM) instruments requirements.
Group 1 products apply to intentionally generated and/or used conductively coupled radio-
frequency energy that is necessary for the internal functioning of the equipment.
Class A products are suitable for use in all establishments other than residential locations and
those directly connected to a low voltage power supply network supplying a building for domestic
purposes.
There may be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other environments
due to conducted as well as radiated disturbances.
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Table of contents
General information .......................................................................................................ii
Copyright notice ..................................................................................................................................... ii
Trademarks............................................................................................................................................ ii
Customer comments.............................................................................................................................. ii
Contacting Waters .................................................................................................................................iii
Documentation conventions...................................................................................................................iii
Safety considerations.............................................................................................................................iii
Safety hazard symbol notice .......................................................................................................... iv
Considerations specific to the CN6 temperature controller ............................................................ iv
FCC radiation emissions notice...................................................................................................... iv
Electrical power safety notice......................................................................................................... iv
Equipment misuse notice ............................................................................................................... iv
Safety advisories ............................................................................................................................. v
Operating this device ............................................................................................................................. v
Applicable symbols.......................................................................................................................... v
Audience and purpose.................................................................................................................... vi
Intended use of the six-zone temperature controller module ......................................................... vi
ISM classification: ISM group 1 class A ................................................................................................ vi
1 Overview......................................................................................................................9
1.1 Major components...........................................................................................................................9
2 Preparation and operation.......................................................................................12
2.1 Optional operator panel.................................................................................................................12
2.2 Displaying the main menu.............................................................................................................13
2.3 Selecting the module's operating language ..................................................................................14
2.4 Displaying a zone's status.............................................................................................................14
2.5 Programming zones ......................................................................................................................15
2.6 Configuring zones .........................................................................................................................16
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2.6.1 Setting the input configuration parameters..........................................................................17
2.6.2 Setting the set-point configuration parameters....................................................................18
2.6.3 Setting the control configuration parameters.......................................................................19
2.6.4 Setting the alarm configuration parameters.........................................................................21
2.7 Configuring outputs .......................................................................................................................23
2.8 Displaying diagnostics information................................................................................................25
2.8.1 Displaying digital I/O information .........................................................................................25
2.8.2 Displaying communication information ................................................................................26
2.8.3 Displaying analog input information.....................................................................................26
A Safety advisories .....................................................................................................28
A.1 Warning symbols ..........................................................................................................................28
A.1.1 Specific warnings ................................................................................................................29
A.2 Notices..........................................................................................................................................30
A.3 Bottles Prohibited symbol .............................................................................................................30
A.4 Required protection ......................................................................................................................31
A.5 Warnings that apply to all Waters instruments and devices ......................................................... 31
A.6 Warnings that address the replacing of fuses...............................................................................35
A.7 Electrical symbols .........................................................................................................................37
A.8 Handling symbols .........................................................................................................................38
B Specifications...........................................................................................................39
B.1 Physical specifications..................................................................................................................39
B.2 Environmental specifications ........................................................................................................39
B.3 Electrical specifications.................................................................................................................39
B.4 Performance specifications...........................................................................................................40
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1Overview
The six-zone temperature controller module (CN6) can control up to six independent proportional-
integral-derivative (PID) control zones with thermocouple inputs. You can operate the CN6
through ChromScope software or the optional front-panel display.
1.1 Major components
The following diagrams show the six-zone temperature controller module’s major components.
Figure 1–1: Front view
Z1–Z6 LEDs – Indicates when power is being applied to the solid state relay. This LED is
green when power is being applied to the solid state relay and unlit when no power is being
applied to the relay. The LED is steady green when the actual temperature is several
degrees below the set temperature and flashing green as the actual temperature reaches
the set temperature.
Alarm LED – This LED is red when an internal error occurs and unlit when no errors are
detected.
Power LED – Indicates the power-on or power-off status of the module. This LED is green
when power is on and unlit when power is off.
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Figure 1–2: Rear view
FUSES WARNING
!
Thermocouple inputs (Z1 to Z6) – Standard, miniature-style thermocouple connectors that
can accept any type of thermocouple. They are marked and use the standard thermocouple
type color coding. To avoid incorrect temperature readings, always use the correct type of
thermocouple.
RS-232 cable connector – When connected to this port, the RS-232 cable allows the
temperature controller module to communicate with a computer running under ChromScope
software control. The connection must carry all nine signals (including ground) from the
computer. For more information, see the ICM online Help.
Fuse holder door – Accesses the fuse holder and fuses.
On/off switch – Powers the module on and off.
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