Cleaning Or Decontaminating The Device - Thermo Scientific VH-D20 Operating Manual

7.4.3

Cleaning or Decontaminating the Device

Decontamination
Parts required
Charged Aerosol Detectors (VH-D20, VF-D20)
Operating Manual
• If flushing is done with a less polar solvent (for example, methanol
instead of water) than used for your method, disconnect the
detector from the system flow path first and flush the system to
waste (for example, with 20 column volumes). Then reconnect the
detector to the system flow path, turn on the gas flow and repeat
the flushing.
• Use an evaporation temperature setting of 35 °C when flushing the
detector.
To continue with an analysis, prepare the detector for analysis following
the guidelines in Preparing the Device for Operation
Cleaning and decontamination must be performed by qualified
personnel wearing suitable personal protective equipment. Always
observe national and local regulations.
NOTICE
Wipe up all liquids spilled onto the system immediately. If surfaces are
exposed for longer periods, these liquids can cause damage.
Decontamination is required, for example, when leakage or spillage has
occurred, or before service or transport of the device. Use a suitable
cleaning detergent or disinfectant to ensure that the treatment renders
the device safe to handle.
• Suitable cleaning detergent (or disinfectant)
• Purified water
• Lint-free cloths or wipes
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