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PerkinElmer CLARUS 590 GC User Manual

PerkinElmer CLARUS 590 GC
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CLARUS 590 GC
User’s Guide
GAS CHROMATOGRAPHY

Table of Contents

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PerkinElmer CLARUS 590 GC Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeGas Chromatograph
Column TypeCapillary
Oven Temperature RangeAmbient +5°C to 450°C
Maximum Heating Rate120°C/min
Maximum Number of MethodsUnlimited
Detector TypeFID, TCD, ECD
Injector OptionsSplit/Splitless, PTV, On-column
Gas ControlElectronic Pressure Control (EPC)
Temperature Programming RatesUp to 120°C/min
Carrier Gas ControlElectronic pressure control (EPC)
Dimensions (W x D x H)24 x 29 x 20 in
Power Requirements100 V, 120 V, 220 V, 230 V, 240 V; 50/60 Hz
Data SystemTotalChrom CDS

Summary

Introduction

About This Manual

Provides a brief introduction to the instrument, conventions, and warnings.

Screen Abbreviations

Lists and defines abbreviations used on the Clarus GC screens.

Glossary of Clarus GC Terms

Defines terms related to Clarus GC, including autosampler and instrument-specific terms.

Touch Screen Navigation

Chapter Overview

Provides an overview of touch screen navigation and definitions.

Touch Screen Elements

Describes the main display area, entry fields, buttons, and status indicators.

Run Button and Injection Control

Explains the Run button functionality for autosampler and manual injections.

Signal Display and Controls

Details the Signal button, Ignite, AutoZero, and Signal Plot features.

Injector and Detector Controls

Describes how to access and interact with injector and detector settings.

Navigation Bar

Explains the navigation bar for toggling between channels and accessing system areas.

Injectors

Injector Configuration Options

Covers configuration options for injectors like PSSI, including temperature programs.

Carrier Gas Programming

Details setting carrier gas pressure, flow, or velocity programs for injectors.

Packed and POC Injector Setup

Provides instructions for configuring packed and programmable on-column injectors.

Oven Configuration

Oven Temperature Programming

Describes how to set up oven temperature programs.

Single Point Calibration

Explains the process for single point calibration of the oven temperature.

Aux Zone Configuration

Auxiliary Zone Settings

Explains how to configure and manage auxiliary zones for temperature control.

Detectors Setup and Operation

FID Detector Overview and Setup

Covers FID overview, auto-ignition, and manual ignition procedures.

ECD Detector Overview and Setup

Details ECD overview, setup, regulations, and troubleshooting.

TCD Detector Overview and Setup

Explains TCD overview, setup, bridge balancing, and current settings.

PID Detector Overview and Setup

Covers PID overview, lamp intensity optimization, and make-up gas adjustment.

NPD Detector Overview and Setup

Details NPD overview, bead activation, and gas flow settings.

FPD Detector Overview and Setup

Explains FPD overview, linearizer, temperature, and gas flow setup.

Detector Temperatures and Range Settings

Covers displaying, changing detector temperatures and setting detector ranges.

Autozeroing Detectors

Describes how to enable and use the autozero function for detectors.

Timed Events and Method Management

Timed Events Configuration

Explains how to use the Events tab, add, edit, delete, and clear timed events.

Relays and Aux Zone Control

Details settings for relays and auxiliary zones through timed events.

Method Editor Operations

Covers accessing and using the Method Editor for method management.

Managing Methods (Save, Open, Delete)

Explains how to save, open, activate, and delete methods.

Using the Active Method

Editing the Active Method

Provides guidance on modifying active method parameters for analysis.

Oven and Inlet Temperature Programs

Details setting up temperature programs for ovens and injectors.

Carrier Gas Settings

Covers viewing and setting carrier gas pressure, flow, and velocity.

Septum Purge and Split Vent Settings

Explains how to set septum purge mode and split vent flow.

Splitless Injection Setup

Details setting up splitless injection modes, including pulse techniques.

Using the Tools Menu

Method Editor and Event Log Access

Accessing Method Editor and Event Log through the Tools menu.

Maintenance and Configuration Screens

Covers maintenance reminders and accessing GC configuration settings.

Injector Configuration and Setup

Explains deconfiguring and configuring injectors like Packed, POC, PSS, and Capillary.

Pneumatics and Calibration

PPC Module Connection and Configuration

Details connecting and configuring PPC modules for injectors and detectors.

Zeroing and Calibrating PPC Modules

Provides steps for zeroing and calibrating PPC gas and detector modules.

Calibrating Carrier Gas Modules

Guides through calibrating carrier gas modules for different gases.

Calibrating the Oven Temperature

Place the Thermometer Probe in the Oven

Describes how to place the thermometer probe correctly in the oven.

Equilibrate the Oven Temperature

Explains how to equilibrate the oven temperature for accurate calibration.

Enter the Required Offset Value

Details how to enter the offset value after temperature stabilization.

Utilities

Column Flow Calculator

Calculates capillary column gas flow rates and related parameters.

Stopwatch and Program Rate Information

Describes the stopwatch function and accessing oven program rate data.

Setting up a Typical Analysis

System Status Screen and Oven Programming

Navigating the System Status screen and setting oven temperatures.

Injector Setup Procedures (Packed and PSS)

Covers setting up packed and PSS injectors, including temperature and carrier gas.

Detector Settings (FID, TCD)

Details setting up FID and TCD detectors, including gas flows and timed events.

Autosampler Operation

Explains how to configure and run the autosampler for analyses.

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