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Installing GC Columns
Procedure
1 Condition the column. (See
The analyzer, GC/MS interface, and other components in the analyzer chamber
WARNING
operate at very high temperatures. Do not touch any part until you are sure it is cool.
Dangerous voltages exist inside the analyzer chamber, which can result in fatal
WARNING
injury. Do not open the analyzer chamber door for any reason. If access is ever
required, trained service personnel must first disconnect the instrument from the
building power source.
2 If you are not using Quick Swap, vent the MS. To vent the MS, see
The GC operates under high temperatures. To avoid burns, do not touch any GC parts
WARNING
until you are certain they are cool.
3 Slide an interface nut and conditioned ferrule onto the free end of the GC
4 Use the column cutter to score the column 2 cm from its end.
5 While holding the column against the column cutter with your thumb, break
6 Inspect the end for jagged edges or burrs. If the break is not clean and even,
7 Wipe the end with alcohol.
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MSD"
on page 77.
column. The tapered end of the ferrule must point towards the nut.
the column against the edge of the column cutter.
repeat steps 4 and 5.
"To Condition a Capillary Column"
5977B Series MSD Operation Manual
on page 36.)
"Vent the
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