This training course provides participants with comprehensive instruction on LECO Best Practices for effective instrument operation and maintenance. While the primary focus is on maintenance procedures, the course also covers essential topics including:
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Theory of Operations
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Daily setup
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Detection
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Calibration
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Software
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Troubleshooting
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Automation
Our fast-paced, interactive format incorporates hands-on exercises, Q&A discussions, and other engaging activities designed to reinforce learning.
Additionally, the course structure allows us to address all areas of interest and all components that are most relevant to participants needs.
Agenda
Tuesday, April 28
7:20 AM - 7:30 AM
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
Event Start
8:00 AM - 8:15 AM
8:00 AM - 8:15 AM
Welcome to LECO
Welcome to LECO! Meet and Greet at the LECO Henderson Training Center
8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
8:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Theory of Operations
How LECO Instruments work
-Software
-Detection
-Flow Path
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Break
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Autoloader
Identify all adjustments and movements
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Daily Setup
Standard Operating Procedure
-Sample prep
-Counters/Maintenance
-Method
-Blanks
-Calibration/Drift
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Daily Setup Cont.
Daily Procedures Cont.
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Break
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM
4:45 PM - 5:00 PM
Dismissal
LECO shuttle will return any attendees to the Hampton Tropicana
Wednesday, April 29
7:20 AM - 7:30 AM
7:20 AM - 7:30 AM
LECO Transportation
LECO shuttle departs the Hampton Tropicana at 7:30
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM
Maintenance
Complete Maintenance of Instrument following LECO Best Practices
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Break
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Maintenance Cont.
Complete maintenance cont.
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Maintenance Cont.
Complete maintenance cont.
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
3:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Break
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
Maintenance Cont.
Complete maintenance cont.
5:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Thursday, April 30
7:20 AM - 7:30 AM
7:20 AM - 7:30 AM
LECO Shuttle
LECO shuttle departs Hampton Tropicana at 7:30
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Maintenace Cont.
LECO Best Practices
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Break
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Autoloader Alignment
Mechanical and software adjustments to properly align the autoloader
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Lunch
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Software
Cornerstone software features
-Analysis
-Diagnostics
-Settings
-Instrument
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
3:15 PM - 4:45 PM
Troubleshooting
LECO Best practices for troubleshooting
4:45 PM - 5:45 PM
4:45 PM - 5:45 PM
Dismissal
Transportation to South Bend Airport or to the Boulevard Inn
5:00 PM
5:00 PM
Event End