Shimadzu GC-2010 Plus User Manual

5 Basic Key Operation
5.1 Keypad Description and Operation
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GC-2010 Plus
5.1.1 Keypad operation
The keypad is used to operate the system and make parameter settings. The table below
shows the function of each key.
Name Function
START key Starts the temperature program, pressure/flow rate program and time program.
If a Pre-Run program is set, the Pre-Run program starts.
STOP key Stops the program.
DIAG key Performs unit self-diagnosis.
Also, used for maintenance functions such as confirmation of various logs, part
replacement status, and standard signal out put.
SYSTEM key Starts/stops GC.
Manages the analytical condition file.
PF key Selects the PF menu displayed at bottom of the screen.
(PF = programmable function)
Toggle key Toggles through the PF menu displayed at bottom of the screen.
MONIT key Monitors the GC status and analysis status.
Displays the GC temperature, pressure and flow rate status for each heated zone,
as well as chromatograms.
SET key Accesses commonly-used items, such as temperature, pressure and flow rate for
each component on one screen.
Manages the analytical condition file like the [SYSTEM] key.
FUNC key Accesses less frequently used items.
COL key Sets the oven temperature program.
FLOW key Sets the carrier gas flow rate parameters, such as pressure, flow rate and split
ratio.
INJ key Sets the temperature of injection port (or temperature program for an OCI/PTV).
DET key Sets the detector temperature, range and current or other detector-related param-
eters.
OPTION key Sets the parameters for optional units, such as an auto injector or CRG.
HELP key Describes the procedure and sugggests valid parameter ranges.
Jumps to a desired item using an index function.
Cursor key
[ △ ], [ ▽ ], [] and []
Moves cursor up, down, left and right.
A blinking cursor indicates the location of parameter value entry.
[ ] and [ ] keys may be used to change the selection.
Numeric keys
[0] ~ [9]
Enter numeric values.
Clear key
[CE] key
・ Clears the current numeric value.
・ Clears display and alarm during an error.
ENTER key Validates parameter input or item selection.
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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