Shimadzu GC-2010 Plus User Manual

2 Installation
2.6 Gas supply plumbing
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GC-2010 Plus
Q Checking for gas leaks
After plumbing the unit, check for gas leaks according to the following guidelines.
(1) Open the main valve of the gas cylinder.
(2) Adjust the gas supply to the specified pressures.
(3) Check for leaks with leak detecting fluid (option) or soapy water on all connections.
Bubbles can be observed if a leak exists.
(4) If a leak is detected:
• Further tighten the connection, or retighten it.
• Replace the seal material.
(5) Wipe off the leak detecting fluid or soapy water using a wet cloth.
Electronic leak detectors can also be used for hydrogen and helium leaks.
<Option> “Snoop” Gas leak detecting fluid (P/N 670-11514)
Fig. 2.6.8 Leak detecting fluid
CAUTION
Do not use the leak detecting fluid nor soapy water for gas leak check
on the connections above the carrier and detector gas controllers
(AFC/APC). The drips may damage the controller.
LIQUID LEAK DE

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