Shimadzu GC-2010 Plus User Manual

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GC-2010 Plus
19 Troubleshooting
19.1Troubleshooting
This section describes possible problems, causes and solutions. They are divided by analytical
procedure.
If the problem is not solved by following the recommended solutions, or if other problems occur,
contact your shimadzu representative.
19.1.1 Gas and pressure settings
19.1.1.1 When the pressure/flow rate cannot be set or does not reach the set value
19.1.1.2 Continual gas leaks
19.1.2 Temperature control
19.1.2.1 When the temperature does not increase or reach the set value
19.1.3 Detector
19.1.3.1 FID
1. The FID flame does not ignite properly
2. The FID baseline is fluctuating
3. Baseline noise is high
19.1.3.2 TCD
1. The detector can not be zeroed
2. Fluctuating baseline
3. Baseline noise is high
19.1.4 Chromatogram and data
19.1.4.1 No peaks or extremely small peaks
19.1.4.2 Presence of ghost peaks
19.1.4.3 Abonormal peak shape
19.1.4.4 Poor retention time reproducibility
19.1.4.5 Poor peak area reproducibility

Shimadzu GC-2010 Plus Specifications

General

Type	Gas Chromatograph
Model	GC-2010 Plus
Manufacturer	Shimadzu
Maximum Temperature Ramp Rate	120 °C/min
Detector Options	FID, TCD, ECD, FPD, NPD, MS
Electronic Flow Control (EFC)	Yes
Data Sampling Rate	Up to 250 Hz
Column Oven Temperature Range	Ambient +5°C to 450°C
Maximum Oven Heating Rate	120 °C/min
Injection Port	Split/Splitless, PTV
Display	LCD