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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Installing GC Columns
To prepare a capillary column for installation, 20
To install a capillary column in a split/splitless inlet, 22
To condition a capillary column, 24
To install a capillary column without the installation tool, 26
To install a capillary column using the installation tool, 28
Chapter 2 Operating the MSD
To view MSD analyzer temperature and vacuum status, 36
To set monitors for MSD temperature and vacuum status, 38
To set the MSD analyzer temperatures, 40
To set the interface temperature from the ChemStation, 42
To monitor high vacuum pressure, 44
To measure column flow linear velocity, 46
To calculate column flow, 47
To tune the MSD, 48
To set the interface temperature from an HP 6890 GC, 49
To remove the MSD covers, 50
Upper MSD cover, 50
Lower MSD cover, 50
To vent the MSD, 52
To open the vacuum manifold, 54
To close the vacuum manifold, 56
To pump down the MSD, 58
To connect the optional gauge controller, 60
To move or store the MSD, 62
To vent the MSD without the ChemStation, 64