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Figure 4-5: Detection Cartridge Retaining Clips and Retaining Rods (continued)
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2. Place the end of a slot-head screwdriver in the slot on the retaining clip and use it as a
lever to unfasten the retaining clips on either side of the detection cartridge.
3. Lift the detection cartridge straight up or pull it down off of the connector and holder
pins on the detection cartridge slot.
4. Place the red cap on the detection cartridge, if supplied with the detection cartridge.
5. When not in use, store the detection cartridge in its original packaging.
6. Remove more detection cartridges, if desired.
7. Press the TOP READ or BOTTOM READ button on the front panel to close the detection
cartridge drawer.
5014038 E
Description
Retaining rod
Retaining rod
Note: Detection cartridges that occupy more than one slot have two retaining
clips on each side. Unfasten all retaining clips from the retaining rods.
Note: When removing a detection cartridge from the bottom detection cartridge
drawer, keep a firm hold of the detection cartridge. When all retaining clips are
released, the detection cartridge drops out.
CAUTION! To prevent dust from collecting inside the instrument, the detection
cartridge drawer should be open only for as long as necessary to install or remove
detection cartridges. Keep the detection cartridge drawer closed whenever
possible.
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