Agilent Technologies 5975 Operation Manual page 94

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Operating in Electron Impact (EI) Mode
3 Close the side plate.
4 Reconnect the side board control cable and source power cable to the side
5 Make sure the vent valve is closed.
6 Pump down the MSD
7 If you are operating in CI mode or if hydrogen or other flammable or toxic
The front thumbscrew must be fastened for CI operation or if hydrogen (or other
WARNING
hazardous gas) is being used as the GC carrier gas. In the unlikely event of an
explosion, it may prevent the side plate from opening.
Do not overtighten the thumbscrew; it can cause air leaks or prevent successful
CA UT IO N
pumpdown. Do not use a screwdriver to tighten the thumbscrew.
8 Once the MSD has pumped down, close the analyzer cover.
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board.
substance is used for carrier gas, gently hand tighten the front side plate
thumbscrew.
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