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Site Preparation
Site preparation involves two general steps: insuring that your laboratory is
capable of supporting the operation of the GC and obtaining supplies and tools
you will need to install the instrument. A list of the necessary tools and supplies
appears at the beginning of the “Installation” chapter. Most supplies are available
from Agilent Technologies. See the Agilent catalog for consumables and supplies
for descriptions and ordering information. You can obtain a copy of the catalog
from your local sales office.
Temperature and humidity ranges
Operating the GC within the recommended ranges insures optimum instrument
performance and lifetime.
After exposing the GC to extremes of temperature or humidity, allow 15 minutes
for it to return to the recommended ranges.
Ventilation requirements
The GC is cooled by convection: air enters vents in the side panels and
underneath the instrument. Warmed air exits through slots in the top, rear, and
side panels. Do not obstruct air flow around the instrument.
Caution For proper cooling and general safety, always operate the instrument with cover
panels properly installed.
Recommended temperature range Temperature range
20 to 27°C 5 to 40°C
Recommended humidity range Humidity range
50 to 60% Up to 31°C, 5 to 80%
At 40°C, 5 to 50%
Recommended altitude range
Up to 2000 m
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