ANKOM 2000 Series - Manual (Page 17)

Operator’s Manual
Rev E 1/14/15
pg. 17
ADF Analysis Procedure using the ANKOM
2000
Fiber Analyzer
To perform ADF analysis on prepared samples, follow the procedure detailed below.
IMPORTANT
If you are changing from one analysis type to another, flush the system before running. See
the “Flush Procedure” section of this manual for more information.
1. Verify that the hot water supply is on and the drain hose is securely positioned in the drain.
2. If you are using Cubetainers for your chemicals, attach the AD solution
hose first to the Cubetainer and then to Port B on the instrument.
IMPORTANT
The solutions are gravity fed into the instrument ports. The bottom of the solution level
must be at least 5” (13cm) above the port. The top of the solution level can be no more
than 20” (50cm) above either port or the solution will overflow into the drain.
3. Open the Vessel Lid.
4. Place the bag suspender with the samples into the Vessel.
5. Place the Bag Suspender Weight onto the Bag Suspender rod to hold the trays in place.
6. Turn the instrument Power Switch to the ON position. The Display will light and allow you to select an
analysis procedure.
7. Press the arrow keys on the Keypad until you see “Select ADF” on the
Display.
Select ADF
 v <Enter>
IMPORTANT
The ADF analysis will use the following default settings:

60 minute digestion

four 5 minute rinses
If you want to run a custom ADF analysis that allows you to set the digestion time and the
number of rinses, press the arrow keys until you see “Select Custom” on the Display.