84 Agilent 1260 Infinity DAD and MWD User Manual
5 Using the Detector
Setting up an Analysis
Setting up an Analysis
This chapter may be used to
• Prepare the system,
• Get to know the set up of an HPLC analysis and
• Use it as an instrument check to demonstrate that all modules of the system
are correctly installed and connected. It is not a test of the instrument
performance.
• Learn about special settings
Before Using the System
Solvent Information
Observe recommendations on the use of solvents in chapter “Solvents”.
Priming and Purging the System
When the solvents have been exchanged or the pumping system has been
turned off for a certain time (for example, overnight) oxygen will re-diffuse
into the solvent channel between the solvent reservoir, vacuum degasser
(when available in the system) and the pump. Volatile ingredients will
evaporate to some extend. Therefore priming of the pumping system is
required before starting an application.