5977B Series MSD Operating Manual 5
Contents
About This Manual 3
Hardware User Information 4
1Introduction
5977B Series MSD Version 14
Abbreviations Used 15
The 5977B Series MSD 17
Physical description 17
Vacuum gauge 18
MSD Hardware Description 19
Important Safety Warnings 21
Many internal parts of the MSD carry dangerous
voltages 21
Electrostatic discharge is a threat to MSD electronics 22
Many parts are dangerously hot 22
The oil pan under the foreline pump can be a fire
hazard 23
Hydrogen Safety 24
GC precautions 24
Dangers unique to GC/MSD operation 25
Hydrogen accumulation in an MSD 25
Precautions 26
Safety and Regulatory Certifications 28
Information 29
Symbols 29
Electromagnetic compatibility 30
Sound emission declaration 30
Intended Use 31