Detectors
6850
6850
Released: April 2004 6850 Series Gas Chromatograph Service Procedures 161
Microcell electron capture
detector
Entire detector/detector cell
WARNING
Before proceeding, turn off the oven and any
heated zones and let them cool. Turn off any
detector gases at their supply, then turn off
the main power switch and unplug the power
cord.
WARNING
The ECD micro-cell contains radioactive
63
Ni.
To reduce the risk of exposure, wear dispos-
able gloves while handling the ECD micro-
cell. When you are finished, dispose of the
gloves and wash your hands with soap and
water.
1. Remove the detector cover, the electronics
carrier cover and the right side cover.
Caution
Make sure you are properly grounded with an
ESD strap before continuing.
2. Disconnect the electrometer ribbon cable
from the µECD interface card.