Thermo Scientific ISQ 7000 Hardware Manual page 47

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Figure 7. Transfer Line Nut and Graphite Vespel Ferrule Orientation
Ferrule
8. Insert the column into the measuring tool, which is in the MS Toolkit (See
that it is even with the lines at the end of the column.
positioning of the column in the tool for accurate measuring.
9. Use a scoring wafer to score and break the column. Use a magnifying glass to check for an
even, flat cut. Repeat if necessary.
10. Use a 5/16 in. wrench to hold the column measuring tool steady.
Figure 8. Column Measuring Tool
11. While holding the column measuring tool steady, tighten the spring loaded transfer line
nut with a 1/4" wrench until the column just stops moving in the ferrule.
12. Turn the spring loaded transfer line nut 1 flat (60°) backward so the column is able to
move in the ferrule with slight resistance.
13. Line up the outlet of the column with the arrows on the end of the column measuring
tool.
Spring Loaded Transfer
Line Nut
1
Performing Routine Maintenance
Replacing a Column
Flat on the
Transferline Nut
Figure
Figure 9 indicates proper
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