Blocking the Instrument for Service
The Block Instrument for Service dialog box allows you to block the instrument.
Prerequisites
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Navigate to
Health > 
Block for ServiceSelect Block Now.
In the Block Instrument for Service dialog, enter a title (mandatory). It will be displayed in the block banner and in related notifications.
Select Block Instrument.
- The instrument is blocked. The button will change to Unblock.
- If the instrument is busy, the block is pending until the instrument is idle.
Effects of Blocking the Instrument
The block has the following effect:
Chromatography Data Systems (CDS) with LC/CE Drivers version 3.10 or above are disconnected. If a CDS with LC/CE Drivers version 3.10 or above tries to connect or reconnect, a connection error is generated.
The Instrument Blocked for Service banner is displayed below the status bar on all screens in all sessions while the block is in place. It contains a link to view the Block for Service screen.
Users without the permission Activate/deactivate service mode cannot do the following:
Execute quick actions.
Start tasks.
Execute maintenance, diagnostic, or troubleshooting procedures.
Upload and install new versions of the Assist Control Software and module-specific firmware.
Modify security settings.
Export or import settings.
Create or restore backups.
Scheduled tasks that become active are immediately skipped.
To Remove a Block
Select Unblock on the Block for Service screen.
OR
Select Unblock in the Instrument Blocked For Service notification.
- The block is removed.
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