Replacing the column
Warning:
and then allow the column compartment and its components to cool for
60 min before touching them. Monitor the column compartment internal
temperature to ensure that all components are cool.
Caution:
chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves when replacing the column.
Required materials
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Clean, powder-free, chemical-resistant gloves
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Replacement column
To remove the column:
1.
Stop any running mobile phase.
2.
After allowing sufficient time for cooling, open the column heater door.
3.
If the column compartment has an active preheater, do the following:
a.
Remove the active preheater assembly from the retainer.
b.
While holding the column, disconnect the column outlet tubing.
To prevent burn injuries, set the column temperature to Off,
To prevent contaminating system components, wear clean,
Retainer
September, 2019, 715003738IVD Rev. C
Replacing the column
Active preheater
assembly
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