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Figure 154. Collecting Electrode (Anode) Removal
c. Place the collecting electrode in the ultrasonic cleaner filled with liquid detergent,
and clean it for about five minutes.
d. Handling the collecting electrode (anode) with forceps or tweezers, rinse it using
distilled water, then methanol.
e. Place the collecting electrode (anode) on a paper towel and let it air dry.
Note If after cleaning the physical condition of the collecting electrode (anode)
does not permit its reuse, replace the electrode with a new one.
9. Reinstall the collecting electrode (anode).
a. Screw the cleaned, or a new collecting electrode (anode) into its housing. Screw the
hiding screw plug and its seal.
10. Reconnect signal and excitation cables.
11. Close the module flap cover.
12. If external modules are present, plug the power cable to the AC Input connector of each
external module, and to the wall outlet.
13. Power on the GC.
a. Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector on the back of the GC, and to the
wall outlet.
b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I.
14. Set the make-up gas on.
15. Set the normal detector working conditions.
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Performing Detectors Routine Maintenance
Maintaining an Electron Capture Detector (ECD)
Collecting Electrode
Screw Plug
Seal
Collector Electrode
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