A Thermo Fisher Scientific service engineer installs and sets up the Vanquish system, including all modules and options or parts shipped with them. The service engineer checks that the installation is correct and that the Vanquish system and modules operate as specified. The engineer also demonstrates the basic operation and main features.

If personnel other than a Thermo Fisher Scientific service engineer installs the device, follow the steps below.

NOTICE

The device is part of the Vanquish system. Therefore, follow the order for installing the system modules as described in the Vanquish System Operating Manual.

When another detector is installed in the system, follow the instructions in this manual to install the charged aerosol detector in addition to the other detector.

  1. Pay attention to the safety guidelines and observe all site requirements. See Safety Guidelines for Installation and Site Requirements.

  2. Set up the device hardware. See Setting Up the Hardware.

  3. Set up the liquid flow connections. See Setting Up the Liquid Flow Connections.

  4. Turn on the device. See Turning On the Device.

  5. TIP

    Before turning on the power to a Vanquish system module for the first time, verify that the chromatography software is installed on the data system computer. When the power is turned on, the required USB drivers are automatically found and the Windows™ operating system can detect the device.

  6. Set up the device in the software. See Setting Up the Device in the Software.

  7. Prepare the system for operation. Refer to the Vanquish System Operating Manual.

  1. Recommended:

    Perform Instrument Installation Qualification.

    In the Chromeleon software, a wizard is available to guide you through the qualification process. On the Chromeleon 7 Console: Click Tools > Instrument Qualification > Installation Qualification.

    Follow the instructions in the Instruments Installation Qualification Operating Instructions. The manual provides information about the required materials and detailed instructions.

NOTICE

If the device is operated with another data system, refer to the documentation for the software that you are using and/or perform the qualification manually. The Instruments Installation Qualification Operating Instructions provide information about the parameters to be adapted and the required settings.

  1. Recommended: Perform Operational Qualification.

    The qualification kit includes all materials required for the qualification and detailed instructions.

Moving the Device after Installation

If you have to move the device after it has been set up and installed in the Vanquish system, prepare the device for transport and move it to the new location. Follow the instructions in Transporting or Shipping the Device.