User Manual

Milli-Q® IQ 7000
Table of contents

INTRODUCTION 1

System overview 2

QUICK START 4

Exit screensaver 4

Dispense ultrapure water 4

Dispense report 6

View & manage Alerts and Alarms 7

Navigate the screen interface 8

CONSUMABLE MENU 10

INFORMATION MENU 11

System 11

History 11

Flow schematic 12

Troubleshooting 12

Contacts 12

SETTINGS MENU 13

Manager access & password 14

System configuration 15

Q-POD configuration 16

Accessories 16

Alarm set points 17

Connectivity 18

MAINTENANCE MENU 20

Consumable installation wizards 20

Cleaning & Sanitization 22

Depressurization 22

ech2o UV lamps - mercury free 22

SELF HELP GUIDE 23

Depressurize system 23

Turn system off 23

Inaccurate volumetric dispensing 23

High TOC values 23

Low flowrate 24

IPAK & other cartridges installation 24

REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS 26

Water specifications 26

System specifications 27

Dimensions and weight 28

Recycling 29

Ordering Information 30

LEGAL INFORMATION & WARRANTY 31
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Congratulations! 

Thank you for buying a Milli-Q® water purification system.

Milli-Q® IQ 7000 produces ultrapure water from a purified water source. Installation of this 

product should be performed by a qualified service representative with access to qualified 

installation documentation.

This user manual is a guide for use during the normal operation and maintenance of a 

Milli-Q IQ 7000 water purification system. It is highly recommended to fully read this manual 

and comprehend its contents before handling the water purification system.

System identification

System Catalog number Voltage Frequency

Milli-Q® IQ 7000 ZIQ7000T0 100-240 V 50-60 Hz

Manufacturing site:

Millipore SAS, 67120 Molsheim, France

For more information on your Milli-Q system, please call your local representative or visit our 

website www.emdmillipore.com (North America) or www.merckmillipore.com (Rest of the World).

Intended use

The Milli-Q IQ 7000 is intended to produce ultrapure water from a purified water source 

primarily for use in research and quality control in a variety of laboratories worldwide.

The product is designed to produce ultrapure water with specific characteristics (refer to the 

requirements and specifications section) when it leaves the water purification system, provided that 

it is fed with water quality within specifications and properly maintained as required by the supplier.

Merck KGaA does not warrant the product for any specific application. It is up to the user to 

determine if the quality of the water produced by the product matches their expectations, fits 

with norms/legal requirements and to bear responsibility resulting from the usage of the water.

The product is not intended to produce: water for injection, water for dialysis, sterile water for 

irrigation or injection, bacteriostatic water for injection, sterile purified water in containers, and 

sterile water for injection in container or ingestion. The product is not intended to be used in 

explosive environments according to ATEX Directive – equipment & protective systems intended 

for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. In addition the product is not intended as a Medical 

Device, including In-Vitro Devices.

INTRODUCTION
Introduction 2

System overview

Milli-Q IQ 7000 consists of 2 main units:

Q-POD® unit (Point Of Dispense) Water purification unit

 

1 Q-POD with screen interface 5 Water purification unit

2 Q-POD dispenser 6 Hydraulic connections

3 Q-POD base 7 Electrical connections

4 Dispensing wheel 8 Main power cord

Description of the system

The Milli-Q IQ 7000 manages the production and the distribution of ultrapure water from a 

purified water source. It consists of two main units:

• The water purification unit manages the production of ultrapure water. 

• The Q-POD unit (at least 1, up to 4) integrates the screen interface and manages the 

dispensing.

Purified water either from a pressurized loop or a storage tank enters the purification unit. It is 

first purified by the IPAK Meta® polishing cartridge composed of ion-exchange resins, removing 

the bulk of the ions. The purified water then flows to the mercury-free ech2oTM 172 nm oxidation 

lamp. Organic molecules are partially oxidized, resulting in ions. These can then be captured in 

the next stage when the purified water enters the IPAK Quanta® polishing cartridge, composed of 

ion-exchange resins and synthetic activated carbon. The IPAK Meta and IPAK Quanta cartridges 

always need to be replaced together to ensure optimal purification down to traces. Throughout 

the purification steps, quality parameters are monitored with resistivity sensors and the A10®

TOC (total oxidizable carbon) monitor. The A10 TOC Monitor uses a small lamp during its TOC 

analysis mode. This is called the ech2o A10 Lamp.

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The Q-POD is the main interface with the user. They are configured with 2 or 5 meter connectors 

to the main production unit depending on the laboratory setting. The Q-POD dispenser is 

detachable from its support. The arm holding the dispenser on the mast can be moved up and 

down to adapt to laboratory glassware. Its dispensing ‘wheel’ delivers water from precise dropby-drop up to fast 2 L/min flow rate. The Q-POD’s large 5” touchscreen offers a wide range of 

applications for users. It also has a USB port to easily export data. At the outlet of the dispenser, 

the final purification is performed by the application-specific POD-Pak.

When not in active use, the water within the units will recirculate three minutes every hour. This 

is to maintain a clean environment and avoid contamination. The system should not be turned 

off as this will stop the periodic recirculation taking place.

System flow schematics

The system can be fed either by a pressurized loop or a storage tank relying on gravity.

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1 Inlet valve 10 Excimer UV Lamp

2 Feed conductivity cell (optional) 11 IPAK Quanta polishing cartridge

3 Pressure regulator 12 Product resistivity cell

4 Pressure sensor 13 Motorized valve

5 Pump 14 Recirculation valve

6 Pump bypass 15 A10 TOC monitor

7 Pressure sensor 16 Q-POD (1 to 4)

8 IPAK Meta polishing cartridge 17 Flowmeter

9 Intermediate resistivity cell 18 POD-Pak

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QUICK START

Exit screensaver

If the setting is active and there has been a certain time of user inactivity, the screensaver will 

be displayed on the Q-POD touchscreen.

Screensaver

Tap anywhere on the screen or initiate a manual dispense by pressing the dispenser wheel to 

exit the screensaver.

Home screen

 Status bar

 Home Menu

Dispense ultrapure water

It is a good practice to always recirculate water before dispensing. 

To do this, press on the recirculation icon, this also refreshes the water quality 

parameters:

• Product resistivity

• TOC

• Temperature

There are several options to dispense ultrapure water: 

Manual Dispensing

To start dispensing in drop-by-drop, turn the 

dispense wheel one notch counter-clockwise.

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To start dispensing at full flow, press down on 

the wheel.

Adjust flowrate Stop

To increase the flow rate keep turning the 

wheel counter-clockwise until full flow is 

reached. To decrease the flow rate, turn the 

wheel clockwise.

Drop-by-drop Full flow

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To stop any ongoing dispensing, press down 

on the wheel or rotate the wheel clockwise 

until no more water flows from the dispenser.

Recirculate
 Quick start 5

 Volumetric Dispensing (20mL to 100L)

Enables a user to auto dispense a pre-selected volume.

Note: When connected to a storage tank, always make sure there is enough water present 

before dispensing. This information is always displayed in the status bar: 44/120L

1- Select unit and input volume to 

dispense, press ok to validate.

2- Press the start icon on the screen or the 

dispenser wheel to initiate the dispense.

The system will automatically stop once the inputted volume is reached.

Note: The system keeps in memory the last volume dispensed. To repeat a volumetric 

dispense, click on the start icon or the dispenser wheel.

Assisted Dispensing (50mL to 5L)

Like volumetric dispensing, a pre-selected volume is auto-dispensed and the last milliliters 

are distributed drop-by-drop for the user to manually stop the flow when the calibration mark 

is reached. The assisted dispensing function brings more precision, avoiding the use of an 

intermediary container and possible source of contamination.

1- Select unit and input volume to dispense, press ok to validate.

2- Press the start icon on the screen or the dispenser wheel to initiate the dispense.

The system dispenses in high-flow 96% of the required volume and automatically switches 

to drop-by-drop to enable a user to manually and precisely reach the calibration mark of a 

volumetric flask.

3- User must manually stop the drop-bydrop dispensing.

Important! The dispensing must be stopped by the user by either pressing on the dispenser 

wheel or the stop dispense icon on the touchscreen.
 Quick start 6

Note: When multiple Q-PODs are installed and dispensing is taking place on a Q-POD, the 

other Q-PODs will display the following information:

Dispensing ongoing

Q-POD 1

Specifies the Q-POD on which the dispensing 

is taking place.

During this time, only the Information menu is accessible. Dispensing functions will become 

available again as soon as the dispensing operation is finished on the initial Q-POD.

Dispense report

A dispense report is automatically produced after each dispensing operation. A dispensing 

operation is considered to be all dispenses with less than 10 second intervals between them. This 

can be interrupted at any time by pressing on the dispense report icon that becomes available 

on the home screen as soon as a dispense is initiated.

1. Visualize 

Click on the dispense report icon:

2. Personalize (assign a name or experiment number)

 

In the user ID field, enter the content of your choice (max 15 characters)

3. Export

- Scan the QR code from a mobile device to instantly retrieve the report.

- Click on the export button to save the report on a USB key.

4. Automatic archiving

The dispense report icon on the home screen will automatically disappear after 5 mins of inactivity. 

Each dispense report, whether consulted or not, is automatically archived and can be retrieved 

anytime by going in the history report section available in the information menu. Go to page 11 

Information > History for further information.

Dispense

report 
 Quick start 7

View & manage Alerts and Alarms

Alerts give you advanced warning when maintenance is required and Alarms notify you when 

the system has encountered a technical issue.

Press on the alert or the alarm 

1

 icon 

present in the bottom bar to display the alert(s) 

or/and alarm(s) which are active.

Note: The notification number indicates how many active alarms are present. When there are 

no active alerts or alarms, the icon disappears.

Select a specific alert or alarm to get further 

information and better understand the root cause. 

Advice is provided in the information section to 

help the user troubleshoot. 

If the issue is not resolved, select the Contact

tab to find the technical support hotline number 

for further assistance.

To protect the system and user applications, 

alarms of a serious nature will automatically stop 

the system from dispensing water.

Note: These are displayed on the screensaver to 

alert the user when the system is not in active 

use. 

Alerts provide advanced warning of any 

maintenance actions that will be required. These 

can be “closed” to be reminded again in 24h or 

can be “cleared” permanently.

An Order tab will be present containing ordering 

information when applicable.
 Quick start 8

Navigate the screen interface

Each Q-POD has a 5” touchscreen that allows a user to control and monitor the water system. 

All sub-menus and applications can easily be reached in a few clicks or swipes, as on a smartphone.

HOME SCREEN

MAIN MENUS

Home 

- Water quality 

information

- Dispensing functions

- Alerts & Alarms 

 (when applicable)

- Dispense report 

 (when applicable)

Menu 

- Consumables

- Information

- Settings

- Maintenance

- Login

Go to 

Consumables 

Menu

Go to 

Information 

Menu

Go to 

Settings 

Menu

Go to 

Maintenance 

Menu

Go to

Manager access
 Quick start 9

Apps

Indicates how many screens are present and where you are. 

Swipe left & right anywhere on screen to switch between screens.

Pops-up 

When you click in a zone of text, the 

keypad will automatically appear.

To remove the keypad click on or 

on any zone outside the keypad.

Note: When in a menu or app level screen, 1 minute of inactivity generates a timeout back 

to the home screen.

When in a pop-up level screen, there is no timeout, therefore the user remains on this screen 

until the pop-up is manually closed.

Important! If multiple Q-PODs are installed and a pop-up in the settings or maintenance 

menus is not closed, dispensing will remain unavailable on all Q-PODs until the pop-up is 

manually closed.

•••

When there 

are multiple 

lines, a 

scroll bar is 

present to 

swipe up & 

down
 Consumable Menu 10

CONSUMABLE MENU

Viewing Consumables Status 

Color icons allow to instantly view the status of all installed consumables.

Press on the ••• icon to get the 

consumable ID, ordering information and a 

description of the purification technology.

Note: Certificates of quality are now available online www.mymilliqconsumables.com

All cartridges have been designed to be easily replaced by a user. A shortcut is available to the 

replacement wizard by clicking on the “replace pack” button in the pop-up.

Important! ech2o UV lamps should not be replaced by users. Contact the technical support 

hotline to organize a replacement visit.

ech2o cartridge collection and recycling program

For United States users only

Go to page 29 recycling section.

Green: no action required

Yellow: notice for a maintenance action

Red: maintenance required!
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INFORMATION MENU

This menu contains useful system information and provides a system status. Dispensing is 

available while in this menu.

Available apps:

System

Find system details

Select System ID to find the information on the 

water system model and installation details.

Download user manual

The user manual is available in 9 languages 

and it can be downloaded through an USB key 

or if connected to a network, to any computer 

device.

History

2 user reports exist:

• Daily quality measures report

Each row represents a day (24h) and is dated. It contains daily averages for product 

resistivity, temperature and TOC. Also included is the total volume dispensed during the day. 

• Dispensing events report

Each row is a dispense operation. It is an archive of all the dispense reports.

To export data or preview a graph:

1. Select a time period of interest with a start and 

end date.

2. A graph pre-view of the last 30 records is 

available on the Q-POD screen. 

3. Export the report in .ods (open document 

source) format to visualize the full data and 

integrate them into a data management system.

Note: A complete history report with all system activity is available. By default it is only 

available when logged-in as the system manager. This can be modified by de-activating the 

system manager profile in the settings menu, go to page 14 Settings > Manager access.

System

Contacts

History Troubleshooting

Flow schematic
Information 12

Flow schematic

This is a graphic representation of the hydraulic components of the water purification system. 

Components change color depending on the state and system status.

Grey - inactive Blue - active

Yellow - maintenance alert Red - technical issue alarm

Troubleshooting

Access a diagnostic summary.

This app contains all the necessary information in one location for effective troubleshooting 

when in contact with the technical support hotline.

• System information & last service visit

• Water quality & consumables (installed dates)

• Active alerts, alarms & autotest results

• Diagnostics

Contacts

To edit contact information, login as the system manager, go to page 14 Settings > Manager 

access. The user parameters are used on various reports generated by the system and can 

quickly help users identify the right contact for any questions or issues.

Technical support hotline

Application specialist

Field service engineer

System manager

Maintenance operator

In case of troubleshooting

Application enquiries or quote requirements

Only in selected countries, contact technical support

Responsible for system configuration & quality settings

Responsible for maintaining the system 
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Different settings are available to customize the water purification system operation. 

Depending on the user profile (end-user operator / system manager) some of the settings will 

have either read-only or read & write access.

SETTINGS MENU

Settings End-user System 

Manager

System 

configuration

Lab close

Recirculation Read only

Safety stop Read only

Dispensing Mode Read only

Screen saver Read only

Tank/Loop setting Read only Read only

Water sensor Read only

Feed quality measure Read only

Alarm relay activation Read only

Alarm relay configuration

Q-POD 

configuration

Q-POD name Read only

Brightness

Volume

Flowmeter offset Read only

Foot pedal Read only

Alarm 

configuration

Product resistivity Read only

Product TOC Read only

Feed conductivity Read only

Inlet strainer clean Read only Read only

IPAK Polishing kit 

Millipak

Millipak Gold

LC-Pak

VOC-Pak

EDS-Pak

Connectivity Local network Read only

Date, Time & LanguageTime zone Read only

Date Read only

Time Read only

Language Read only

Password Activate / Change password

Units Resistivity / Conductivity Read only

Temperature Read only

Tank volume Read only

Temperature compensation Read only

Pressure Read only
Settings 14

Available apps:

°C/°F

Note: Dispensing while in this menu is not available.

Manager access & password

Login as a Manager

1. Press on the menu button from the Home page.

2. Press on Login.

3. Enter system manager password. 

To display & see the password while typing, click on the password viewer 

Once logged-in, the manager icon is displayed in the top left corner.

If a manual logout is not performed, the system manager profile will be automatically logged 

off after 1 hour.

Note: By default this parameter is activated. The default password is PASS

If the system manager password is forgotten, contact the technical support hotline.

Log off as a Manager

1. Press on the menu button .

2. Press on “Logout”.

Modify system manager settings

This can only be done when logged-in as a 

manager. 

In the Password app:

1. Deactivate/re-activate the manager password 

through the password activation slider button.

2. If required, change the password.

Important! Deactivating the system manager profile will enable all settings to be modifiable 

by any user.

System 

Configuration

Q-Pod 

Configuration

Date, Time & 

Language Password

Alarm 

Configuration Connectivity Units
Settings 15

System configuration

Lab close

When leaving the lab for long periods of inactivity, this mode can be activated to save energy 

and reduce wear of system components. Recirculation is reduced to once a day. 24h prior to 

resuming lab activity, the system automatically resumes a recirculation every hour, ensuring it 

is ready for use.

1. Activate Lab close via the slider button.

2. Enter a Start and End date (minimum of 3 days). Lab close mode will be initiated at 00:01 

on the selected date.

Safety flow stop

A precautionary measure that stops a Q-POD dispensing after having continuously delivered 

water for a certain duration.

1. Activate / deactivate via the slider button.

Important! Deactivating the Safety flow stop function will put the system at risk of 

continuous dispensing and associated flooding hazards.

2. Adjust to the preferred time by using the arrows or click on the box to access the keypad..

By default the timer is set to 30 minutes and is active. This setting will not impact volumetric 

dispensing functions.

Screensaver

This is the maximum duration of inactivity on a Q-POD before the screensaver starts.

1. Activate / deactivate via the slider button.

2. Adjust to the preferred time by using the arrows or click on the box to access the keypad.

This setting applies to all connected Q-PODs. By default the screensaver is active and the 

timer is set to 5 minutes.
Settings 16

Q-POD configuration

This app allows a user to configure all parameters specific to Q-PODs. These are unique to the 

Q-POD that is being used to input the values.

To duplicate Q-POD parameters, the action(s) should be repeated on all other Q-PODs.

Q-POD Name

This can be personalized. Click on the text box and input up to a maximum of 8 characters.

Screen brightness

Adjust to the preferred brightness from 1 to 7 using the arrows or click on the box to access 

the keypad and type-in the value.

Sound volume

Each Q-POD can emit a sound when alerts/alarms are triggered. This can be activated or deactivated 

using the slider button. The sound can be adjusted to the desired volume by using the arrows or 

click on the box to access the keypad and type-in the value. By default, the sound is deactivated.

Flowmeter offset

The flowmeter has been calibrated in order to achieve volume precision of +/- 2%. Laboratory 

glassware accuracy can vary a lot. This setting provides a user with the ability to adapt the 

flowmeter to their current glassware accuracy by using an offset function.

Adjust the offset by using the arrows or click on the box to access the keypad and type in the 

value. To gain back the original calibration settings, set the value back to 0.

Accessories

Water sensor

A water sensor can be connected to the system unit to stop 

the system from producing water in case of water spillage. 

Up to 3 sensors can be connected in series to cover a wider 

surface area.

Foot pedal

The pedal is connected to the base of the Q-POD. 

In the Q-POD configuration app, activate the foot pedal via 

the slider button.

Dispense using the foot pedal

1. Press once and release to dispense in full flow.

2. Press and hold to start dispensing in drop-by-drop, keep 

pressing to increase the flow rate up until full flow is reached.

Release at the chosen flow rate.

3. Press once to stop the flow dispensing.

Feed water conductivity sensor

A conductivity sensor can be installed inside the system 

to monitor the feed water quality entering the system. If 

bad water quality is detected, an alarm that stops water 

production will appear, informing the user that the system 

is at risk and to check the feed water quality. This will 

protect the downstream purification technologies in case of a 

problem.
Settings 17

Alarm relay

This accessory will allow to relay all, or a 

selection of alarms to a remote device.

Select the alarm(s) that will activate the 

relay.

Alarm set points

Adjust the alarm set points by either clicking on the arrows or alternatively, click in the box to 

access the keypad and directly type-in the value.

Water quality

• Product resistivity/conductivity 

• Product TOC

Inlet strainer clean

This is only applicable when set-up in Loop configuration. It is recommended to clean the inlet 

strainer once a year to avoid it becoming clogged. Depending on the feed water and its particle 

concentration, the inlet strainer clean frequency can be adapted.

Cartridge lifetimes

Cartridges should be changed when the system alerts the user.

Saturated pack content will start to let ion and organic contaminants through. This is called 

breakthrough and often starts with traces that cannot be detected by on-board monitoring. 

Some technologies will clog, creating a back pressure which can result in flow-rate issues or 

pressure alarms in the system.

In validated settings, to adjust lifetimes according to existing SOPs, click on the applicable 

filters and adjust accordingly.

• IPAK polishing cartridges

• POD-Paks
Settings 18

Connectivity

The system offers the possibility to be connected to a laptop with a fixed IP address 

or to your local network (DHCP protocol/fixed IP address) via an Ethernet port. The DHCP 

(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is an “automatic configuration” of a device anytime 

it connects to an IP Network. This “automatic configuration” is called allocation. The 

system is automatically recognized and configured so that the networks resources can 

be used. Check with your local IT resources which type of connection is best suited to you.

Change network connection settings

1. For a direct connection, change the network settings if necessary

 (default IP address: 192.168.1.69).

2. For network connection, activate DHCP via the DHCP activation button.

Duplicate user interface in a browser

Once connected:

1. Go to your browser. For best browsing performance, Chrome® is recommended.

2. Enter the IP address of your system which can be found in the connectivity pop-up screen.

Note: The view from a laptop enables a user to view the Q-POD display remotely. Dispensing 

operations cannot be conducted remotely for safety reasons.

Date Time & Language

The norm ISO® 8601 has been used as a reference for a standardized way of presenting dates 

and times.

Date

Calendar date representations are shown in the form “2017-03-06” [YYYY-MM-DD]. [YYYY] 

indicates a four-digit year. [MM] indicates a two-digit month of the year, 01 through 12. [DD] 

indicates a two-digit day of that month, 01 through 31.

Start by setting the year:

1. Click on the month & year title, this displays months and only the year as a title. Click again 

on the year title to display years. 

2. Select the year, this then displays months. 

3. Select the month, this then displays the days.

4. Finally select the day to confirm the date setting.

Time ZONE

1. Select the continental or oceanic zone you are in on the left. This updates the right-hand 

side with all the major cities within this time zone. 

2. Select the appropriate city. If you have not found a city, make sure you are in the right time 

zone. 

The Milli-Q® system is now configured to display current local time and automatically updates 

when daylight saving time applies.

Time

The time is set and displayed in a 24h clock format. A time of day is written in the 24-hour 

notation in the form hh:mm (for example 14:23), where hh (00 to 23) is the number of full hours 

that have passed since midnight, mm (00 to 59) is the number of full minutes that have passed 

since the last full hour.

Language

There are 9 languages available: Chinese / English / French / German / Italian / Spanish / 

Portuguese / Japanese / Russian 
Settings 19

Units

Units can be formatted to local needs:

Resistivity / Conductivity MΩ.cm μS/cm

Temperature °C °F

Storage tank level L %

Pressure Bar / kPa / psi

Select and press on the unit of interest. The selected unit will appear in blue. Press “OK” to 

confirm selection and exit the pop-up.

Temperature compensation mode

It is possible to show non-temperature compensated resistivity or non-temperature compensated 

conductivity. Temperature compensation is a way of standardizing resistivity or conductivity to 

measurements that would be seen if the water temperature was 25°C.

Select the preferred mode among the 3 modes of temperature compensation available:

TC1

By default TC1 mode is selected.

The resistivity or conductivity values are temperature compensated to 25°C. 

The values are normalised. The system firmware eliminates small fluctuations of 

temperature compensated resistivity or conductivity due to the fact that these two 

parameters are not measured exactly at the same time.

TC2

The actual temperature compensated resistivity or conductivity values are 

displayed. The TC2 setting should be used in applications that require the detection 

of trace ionic levels or when performing the verification of the system resistivity 

meter operation with an independent calibrated resistivity meter. In some operating 

conditions the feed water can be warmer or cooler than the water temperature 

inside the system. As a result, this can cause small fluctuations of the resistivity 

and conductivity values. Resistivity values could fluctuate between 18.0 Mohms.cm 

and 18.4 Mohms.cm @25°C while the actual resistivity is 18.2 Mohms.cm @25°C.

NTC

Non Temperature Compensation. The temperature compensation is off. The displayed 

resistivity or conductivity is not temperature compensated. The temperature of the 

water is shown at the same time as the non-temperature compensated resistivity 

or conductivity value.
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MAINTENANCE MENU

The maintenance of the system is easy thanks to the step-by-step instructions contained in the 

wizards. In addition, a new cartridge design means that pack removal and installation in the 

system unit is quick and effortless.

Available apps:

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Note: Dispensing in this menu is only available in the applicable wizards.

Maintenance screens

Maintenance ongoing from the 

current facing Q-POD.

Note: To unlock all Q-PODs from 

maintenance mode and regain 

access to dispensing functions, 

click on “Exit maintenance”.

Maintenance ongoing from 

another Q-POD or from a remote 

location if “External” is indicated 

on the screen.

Consumable installation wizards

A maintenance wizard can be accessed in different ways:

1. Through the Maintenance menu 

2. A shortcut from an Alert or Alarm 1 pop-up 

3. A shortcut from a consumable pop-up

Install consumables Care/cleaning Depressurization
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IPAK Meta and IPAK Quanta replacement 

1. Select Install consumables app and click on Install IPAK 

Meta & Quanta.

2. Follow the self-guided wizard.

IPAK Meta & IPAK Quanta both need to be replaced at the same 

time.

This is because they have been designed to achieve the expected 

best-in-class Milli-Q ultra-pure water with the unique combination 

of the proven Jetpore® ion-exchange resin and the innovative 

IQnanoTM resin. Only together, and when integrated into the 

hydraulic design of the system, they can purify water to remove 

contaminants down to their traces from a pre-treated source.

IPAK Meta & Quanta 

consumable kit: IPAKKITA1 IPAK Meta IPAK Quanta

Note: If the Milli-Q feed is from a storage tank, before starting, ensure there is at least 30L 

of water present. If there is not enough water present, the wizard will finish but the cartridges 

may not be fully rinsed. The remaining rinse will need to be performed manually.

Important! During the physical pack replacement in the water purification unit, both 

cartridges must first be removed before installing the new set.

Remove BOTH old cartridges Then insert new cartridges

Note 1: When properly installed, the blue side should face you with the e-Sure symbol 

behind.

Note 2: If the sound has been activated, it is normal to hear a buzzer when changing the 

consumables. This is temporary and is only present when the IPAK or POD-Paks are removed. 

As soon as they are put back into place, the buzzer will stop.

Application POD-Pak installation 

1. Select Install consumables app and click 

on Install application POD-Pak.

2. Select the POD-Pak to be installed, click on 

the Next button and follow the self-guided 

wizard.

Do not over tighten the twist & lock action 

when installing a new POD-Pak.

3. Rinsing must be performed manually to 

complete the installation as indicated on the 

screen. When completed press “Finish” to 

exit the wizard.

Note: All certificates of quality are now available online. 

Visit www.mymilliqconsumables.com
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Cleaning & Sanitization

Cleaning the inlet strainer

This setting is only available when in a pressurized loop feed configuration.

The purpose of the inlet strainer is to prevent large particles from entering the Milli-Q system. 

If the inlet strainer becomes clogged, then feed water does not flow freely to the system.

Select Care/Cleaning app and click on Inlet strainer clean. Follow the self-guided wizards.

Cleaning the A10 TOC Monitor

This is recommended when:

• A new set of IPAK cartridges are installed

• TOC values are fluctuating

• TOC values are higher than normally seen

Select Care/Cleaning app and click on A10 monitor clean. For best results, an A10 clean 

should be performed for its full duration (60 minutes). If necessary, repeat the procedure.

Depressurization

This temporarily stops production and all 

water processes.

This function is not necessary during 

normal system operation. See self help 

guide section.

ech2o UV lamps - mercury free

Contact the technical support hotline to organize a 

replacement visit.

It is highly recommended to have a qualified Milli-Q 

field service representative to change the 172 nm UV 

lamps. Replacement of the lamps involves removing 

the panels of the Milli-Q system. 

 Hazardous voltage!

Hazard of electrical arc flash will 

cause death or serious injury.

Important! Never open the system, even when the power switch has been switched off.

It is not sufficient to switch off the system, the plug must be physically removed from its power 

source. Installation and maintenance should only be done by a qualified person. Appropriate 

personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn and safe work practices must be followed.
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SELF HELP GUIDE

Depressurize system

Depressurize system in case of water leak to temporarily stop production and all water 

processes. Go to page 22 Maintenance > Depressurization.

Identify the source of the leak. Once fixed, to exit this mode, a user will need to go back to 

the home screen on which the initial depressurization took place and select Exit maintenance

for dispensing to become available again on all Q-PODs.

Turn system off

Press the ON/OFF switch located on the left 

back-side of the unit.

Note: When the system is on, the power 

switch is lit. 

& UNPLUG

Important! Never open the system, even when the power switch has been switched off. 

Hazardous voltage is present with a hazard of electrical arc flash. Will cause death or serious 

injury. 

It is not sufficient to stop all power to system, the plug must be physically removed from its power 

source. Installation and maintenance should only be done by a qualified person. Appropriate 

personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn and safe work practices must be followed. 

If the system is powered off for 20 days, the capacitor will completely discharge. When 

powering on again the system, the time & date settings will need to be reset, see page 18 

Information>Date Time & Language. It takes about 45 minutes to recharge the capacitor.

Inaccurate volumetric dispensing

Volumetric dispensing has been validated to work with a +/- 2% precision. Lab glassware 

precision can vary and to accommodate local needs a flow meter offset menu has been 

created. Go to page 16 Settings>Flow meter offset for more information. 

High TOC values

TOC levels can vary depending on the type of feed water or the laboratory environment.

Here are a few recommendations to follow:

1. A pack replacement can temporarily increase the TOC until they have been completely 

rinsed out.

2. Clean the A10 TOC Monitor cell, go to page 22 Maintenance>A10 Cleaning

Note: There are specific conditions to meet to be able to reach < 2 ppb of TOC.
 Self Help Guide 24

Low flowrate

• Ensure the POD-Pak is not air-locked. This can happen in the weeks that follow a 

replacement of IPAK cartridges. Dispense water and open the POD-Pak air vent to see if 

there is any trapped air. Close the vent once the air has been released.

• One possible reason for a decrease in Milli-Q Water flowrate is a clogged POD-Pak. The 

POD-Pak should be replaced when it appears to be clogged. 

• For pressurized loop feed configurations - Check inlet strainer, go to page 22 

Maintenance>Inlet strainer cleaning.

IPAK & other cartridges installation

IPAK & other cartridges installation – new cartridges not recognized.

Important! During the physical replacement in the system unit, both cartridges must first be 

removed before installing the new set.

Remove BOTH old cartridges Insert new cartridges

Check that the e-Sure tag is correctly working. A pre-scan can be initiated by entering into 

the IPAK Meta & Quanta installation wizard. If the e-Sure tag is working correctly, it will be 

recognized when scanning the cartridge on the end of the dispenser. 

Contact US

Get in contact with the local technical support hotline. The details can be found in the contacts 

app, go to page 13 Information >Contacts or visit our website www.emdmillipore.com

(North America) or www.merckmillipore.com (Rest of the World).
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ICONS

Icon Meaning/Function Icon Meaning/Function

Recirculation Dispensing

Volumetric dispensing Assisted dispensing

Start dispense Stop dispense

1 Alarm with number of active 

alarm(s) Alert

Home Menu

Storage tank System manager logged in

Mass storage USB connected Ethernet - LAN status connected 

Slider ON Slider OFF

Password viewer Calendar entry

Back Back to main menu
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REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS

Water specifications

Product Water

The system has been designed to produce water according to specifications when operating 

within feed water requirements.

Parameter Value or range

Resistivity 18.2 Mohm.cm @ 25°C

Conductivity 0.055 μS/cm @ 25°C

Total Organic Carbon (TOC) ≤ 2 ppb*

Particles (size > 0.22μm) No particles with size > 0.22μm (with Millipak® filters)

Bacteria

< 0.01 CFU/mL (with Millipak® and Biopak® filters)

< 0.005 CFU/mL (with Millipak® Gold installed and used in a 

laminar flow hood)

Pyrogens (endotoxins) < 0.001 EU/mL (with Biopak® filter)

RNases < 1 pg/mL (with Biopak® filter)

DNases < 5 pg/mL (with Biopak® filter)

Proteases < 0.15 μg/mL

Flow rate 0.05 - 2 L/min

* in the appropriate operating conditions, otherwise typically < 5ppb.

The Milli-Q IQ 7000 system is intended to produce ultrapure water that meets or exceeds 

requirements as described by the organizations below:

Organization Water quality / grade

European Pharmacopeia Highly purified water

U.S. Pharmacopeia Purified Water in bulk

Japanese Pharmacopeia Purified Water

Chinese Pharmacopeia Purified Water

ASTM® D1193 Type I water

ASTM® D5196 Bio-Application Grade Water (with appropriate final filter)

ISO® 3696 Grade 1 water

Chinese National Standard GB 6682 Grade 1 water

JIS K 0557 A4 water

Clinical and Laboratory Standards 

Institute (CLSI®) Clinical Laboratory Reagent Water (CLRW)
Requirements and specifications 27

Feed Water

The system has been designed to operate within feed water requirements:

Parameter Value or range

Pressure

< 6 bar 

(for pressures below 0 bar, the system will operate, but 

product flow rate may be lower)

Feed water Pretreated water, using EDI, DI, RO or distillation 

technologies

Temperature 5 - 35°C (41 - 95°F)

Conductivity < 100 μS/cm @ 25° C

Total Organic Carbon (TOC) < 50 ppb

System specifications

Electrical

The power supply converts mains voltage to 28 V. The power supply is compatible worldwide. 

Catalog Frequency Max power Voltage

ZIQ7000T0 50-60 Hz ±10% 350 VA 100 – 240 V ± 10%

Environmental

Specific environmental conditions have to be respected to ensure normal operation of the 

Milli-Q system.

Location indoor use only

Ambient operating temperature room temperature ranges from 4°C to 40°C

Relative humidity

 room relative humidity conditions of 80% for a 

temperature up to 31°C, decreasing linearly to a 

relative humidity of 50% at 40°C

Altitude up to 3000m above sea level

Installation category bench / underbench or wall mounted

Pollution degree 2

Noise level < 50 dB at 1m
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Communication 

Each Q-POD has a large HD capacitive 5” touch screen (Resolution: 800*480) that allows 

control and monitoring of the system.

USB

The Q-POD has a built-in USB port that offers the possibility to download the water system 

user manual or to export the system data and/or history. The Host interface is compliant with 

the USB 2.0 Highspeed standard.

USB keys only work when formatted FAT32. NTFS format is not compatible.

Ethernet

When connected through an Ethernet protocol, the display interface can be accessed remotely

using internet web browsers.

For best browsing performance, the recommended browser is Chrome®.

System software 

System software included in this product contains copyrighted software that is licensed

under the GNU GPL.

The legal notices are available in the Q-POD display: Information menu > System app > Legal 

Notices

Dimensions and weight

Water purification unit Q-POD dispenser
Requirements and specifications 29

System Type Dry weight Shipping weight Operating weight 

Water purification unit 13.0 kg (28.7 lb) 17.0 kg (37.5 lb) 16.0 kg (35.3 lb)

Q-POD dispenser 4.7 kg (10.4 lb) 7.2 kg (15.9 lb) 5.5 kg (12.1 lb)

Dry Weight is defined as a system without its shipping container. Consumables and accessories 

are not included.

Shipping Weight is defined as a dry system in its shipping container. Consumables and 

accessories are not included.

Operating weight is defined as a wetted system with all its consumables, but not any accessories.

Recycling

Directive 2012/19/UE:

For European users only

The symbol “crossed bin” on a product or its packaging indicates that the product should 

not be treated like household waste when discarded. Instead the product should be 

disposed of at a location that handles discarded electric or electronic equipment.

Proper disposal of equipment containing electric or electronic components will help to reduce 

pollution effects to the environment or to human health. Proper recycling of these products helps 

in environmental preservation and helps to protect natural resources. For more information 

about recycling of products containing electric or electronic components, please contact your 

local recycling representative or organization.

ech2oTM cartridge collection and recycling program

For United States users only

By joining the ech2o recycle program, cartridges are 100% recycled into lumber products. 

The program is traceable for reporting convenience and can easily be integrated into your 

organization’s existing waste or recycling plans.
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Ordering Information

Accessories

Name Catalog Number

Q-POD® System 2m Kit ZIQP0D020

Q-POD® System 5m Kit ZIQP0D050

Q-POD® Xtra 2m Kit ZIQP0DX20

Q-POD® Xtra 5m Kit ZIQP0DX50

Water sensor ZWATSENA1

Foot pedal ZMQSFTSA1

Wall mounting bracket SYSTFIXA1

Tank level adapter ZSTWIN0A1

Feed conductivity cell ZFC0NDCA1

e-Sure dispenser tip ZFDISTPA1

Alarm relay cable ZMQ0ALCA1

Consumables – order at www.mymilliqconsumables.com

Description Catalog Number

IPAK Meta® & IPAK Quanta® consumable kit IPAKKITA1

Millipak® 0.22μm filter MPGP002A1

Millipak® Gold 0.22μm sterile filter MPGPG02A1

Biopak® polisher CDUFBI0A1

LC-Pak® polisher LCPAK00A1

EDS-Pak® polisher EDSPAK0A1

VOC-Pak® polisher V0CPAK0A1
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LEGAL INFORMATION & WARRANTY

It has always been Millipore SAS policy to continuously improve its products.

The information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed 

as a commitment by Millipore SAS. Millipore SAS assumes no responsibility for any errors that 

might appear in this document. This user manual is believed to be complete and accurate at 

the time of publication. In no event shall Millipore SAS be liable for incidental or consequential 

damages in connection with or arising from the use of this user manual.

Product warranty and limitation of liability

The applicable warranty and limitation of liability for the products listed in this publication may 

be found at www.merckmillipore.com or www.emdmillipore.com within the “Conditions of Sale” 

applicable to your purchase transaction.

Copyright

© Millipore SAS 2016.

All rights reserved. This document or parts thereof may not be reproduced in any form without 

the written permission of Millipore SAS. 

The photographs illustrating the products are non-contractual.

Trademarks

The initial M, Millipore, Milli-Q, Q-POD, A10, IPAK Meta, IPAK Quanta, Jetpore, IQnano, 

Millipak, Biopak, EDS-Pak, VOC-Pak and LC-Pak are trademarks of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, 

Germany.

Millipore SAS is an affiliate of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany.

All other trademarks are trademarks of their respective manufacturers.

The Life Science Business of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany operates as MilliporeSigma in 

the US and Canada. 

Safety information

Your Milli-Q system should be operated according to the instructions in this user manual. In 

particular, the hydraulic and electrical specifications should be followed and met. It is important 

to use this equipment as specified in this manual; using this equipment in a different manner 

may impair the safety precautions of the Milli-Q System.

Never open the system, even when the power switch has been switched off. Hazardous voltage 

is present with a hazard of electrical arc flash. Will cause death or serious injury. It is not 

sufficient to stop all power to system, the plug must be physically removed from its power 

source. Installation and maintenance should only be done by a qualified person. Appropriate 

personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn and safe work practices must be followed.

Document Reference: MILLI-Q_IQ_7000_User_Manual

Revision: V1.0
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Safety information

Never open the system, even when the power switch has been switched off. 

HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE!

Symbol What it means

This UV RADIATION sticker is used to refer to a position on the 

Water System Cabinet or inside of it where exposure to UV light 

is possible

This DANGER sticker is used to refer to a position on the Water 

System Cabinet or inside of it that could be hazardous.

This ELECTRICAL GROUND sticker is used to refer to a position on the 

Water System Cabinet or inside where an electrical ground connection is 

made.

This ELECTRICAL DANGER sticker is used to refer to a location on or 

inside the Milli-Q system where an electrical danger could exist.

This CAUTION sticker is used to refer to a surface that can be hot. 

Disconnect and switch power off to allow surface to cool before servicing.

Hazard The Milli-Q system must be connected to a source of electrical power that 

is earth grounded.

Attention

Before the system is serviced, unplug the electrical power cord. The 

Milli-Q system must be powered OFF before plugging in or removing any 

components on the electronic board(s).

The Milli-Q IQ 7000 has been tested by an independent and accredited company for compliance 

with EU directives related to safety and electromagnetic compatibility. The declaration of 

conformity is available upon request. The system has been manufactured using components and 

practices recommended by UL and has been cULus marked. The registration and CB certificates 

can be verified at www.members.IECEE.org.