Agilent Technologies MSD 5977B Series

Agilent 5977B Series MSD
Operating Manual

Agilent Technologies MSD 5977B Series Specifications

General

Brand	Agilent Technologies
Model	MSD 5977B Series
Category	Water Pump
Language	English

Summary

Introduction

Abbreviations Used

Lists and defines abbreviations used throughout the manual for clarity and consistency.

MSD Hardware Description

Details the physical components and features of the Mass Selective Detector (MSD).

Important Safety Warnings

Highlights critical safety information and potential hazards associated with the MSD operation.

Hydrogen Safety

Provides essential safety precautions and information regarding the use of hydrogen gas.

Safety and Regulatory Certifications

Lists safety standards, EMC regulations, and certifications applicable to the MSD.

Installing 8890 GC Columns

Columns

Discusses restrictions and considerations for using GC columns with the MSD.

Conditioning columns

Explains the essential process of conditioning GC columns before interface installation.

To Install a Capillary Column in a SplitSplitless Inlet

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing a capillary column into a GC inlet.

To Install a Capillary Column in the GCMSD Interface Using the Self-Tightening Column Nut

Details the procedure for connecting a capillary column to the GC/MSD interface.

To Install the GCMSD Interface Tip Seal

Guides on installing the necessary tip seal for the GC/MSD interface.

Installing Intuvo 9000 GC Columns

Columns

Details restrictions and considerations for Intuvo 9000 GC columns.

Conditioning columns

Explains the process of conditioning capillary columns for Intuvo 9000 GC.

To Replace an Intuvo GC Column

Provides instructions for replacing a column in the Intuvo 9000 GC.

To Install a Column Guard or Jumper Chip

Guides on installing column guard or jumper chips for Intuvo 9000 GC.

Installing 7890 GC Columns

Columns

Discusses restrictions and considerations for GC columns with 7890 GC.

Conditioning columns

Explains the essential process of conditioning GC columns for 7890 GC.

To Install a Capillary Column in the GCMSD Interface Using the Self-Tightening Column Nut

Details connecting a capillary column to the GC/MSD interface using a self-tightening nut.

To Calibrate Column Flow Linear Velocity in a 7890 GC

Provides steps to calibrate column flow linear velocity for 7890 GC.

Operating in EI Mode

Operating the MSD from the DS

Describes operating the MSD using the Agilent MassHunter GC/MS Acquisition software.

Operating the MSD from the 7890 GC Control Panel

Explains how to control the MSD using the 7890 GC control panel.

Configuring the MSD through the Web User Interface (WUI)

Details network configuration of the MSD via a web browser interface.

Before You Turn On the MSD

Lists essential checks to perform before powering on the MSD.

Pumping Down

Describes the automated process of achieving vacuum within the MSD.

Venting the MSD

Provides instructions and warnings for safely venting the MSD.

To Tune the MSD in EI Mode

Guides on performing autotune and quick tune for EI mode operation.

Operating in CI Mode

General Guidelines

Provides essential guidelines for operating the MSD in CI mode.

CI Autotune

Details the process and considerations for performing CI autotune.

To Operate the CI MSD

Explains basic operations for the MSD in Chemical Ionization mode.

To Set Up Methane Reagent Gas Flow

Guides on adjusting methane reagent gas flow for stable CI operation.

To Use Other Reagent Gases

Describes the use of isobutane and ammonia as reagent gases for CI.

To Perform a PCI Autotune (Methane Only)

Provides specific steps for performing PCI autotune with methane.

General Maintenance

Before Starting

Outlines initial checks and safety information before performing maintenance.

Maintaining the Vacuum System

Details periodic maintenance tasks for the MSD vacuum system.

Maintaining the Analyzer

Covers necessary maintenance procedures for the analyzer components.

To Open the Analyzer Chamber

Provides instructions for safely opening the analyzer chamber.

To Remove the EI HES

Details the procedure for removing the EI High Efficiency Source (HES).

To Clean the EI HES

Guides on cleaning various parts of the EI HES assembly.

To Replace a Filament in an EI XTR, SS, or Inert Source

Instructions for replacing the filament in EI XTR, SS, or Inert sources.

To Close the Analyzer Chamber

Provides steps for securely closing the analyzer chamber.

CI Maintenance

General Information

Provides an overview of CI maintenance requirements and considerations.

To Switch from the EI HES to the CI Source

Details the procedure for converting from EI HES to CI source.

To Remove the CI Source

Provides step-by-step instructions for removing the CI source.

To Clean the CI Source

Guides on cleaning various parts of the CI source.

To Assemble the CI Source

Provides instructions for reassembling the CI source.