Shimadzu GC-2014 Operation Manual

Safety Precautions
IV
Failure to observe the following safety precautions can result in moderate injury or equipment damage.
EXPLOSION
Risk of explosion.
If a large amount of hydrogen leaks into an
inadequately-ventilated work area, it could cause an
explosion.
1. Connect gas lines correctly. If the hydrogen line is
accidentally connected to the air inlet, a large
amount of hydrogen will be exhausted into the work
area.
2. Prior to using the GC, be sure to inspect and
confirm that no gas is leaking in the hydrogen gas
flow lines, from gas cylinders to the GC, and from
the end of the exhausting tube.
3. Be sure to close the main valve of the hydrogen gas
cylinder or generator when instrument is not in use,
and confirm that no gas is leaking in the work area.
4. To prevent a hydrogen explosion from an accidental
hydrogen leak, be sure the instrument’s location is
well ventilated and avoid using fire.
5. When shutting down the GC, (1) immediately close
the main valve of the hydrogen gas cylinder, (2) turn
OFF instrument power, (3) and perform the
shutdown procedures for other units.
WARNING
The label of
EXPLOSION
CAUTION
HOT SURFACE
Risk of burn.
DO NOT cover the heat release opening on the cover
while system is operating.
The label of HOT
SURFACE

Shimadzu GC-2014 Specifications

General

Type	Gas Chromatograph
Display	LCD
Maximum Heating Rate	120°C/min
Data Acquisition	Digital
Maximum Number of Detectors	4
Weight	Approx. 45 kg
Carrier Gas	Helium, Nitrogen, Hydrogen
Detector Options	FID, TCD, ECD, FPD
Injection Port	Split/Splitless, On-column
Gas Control	Electronic Flow Control (EFC)
Temperature Programming Rate	0.1 to 120 °C/min
Power Requirements	230 V AC, 50/60 Hz
Detector Temperature Range	Up to 400°C (depending on detector type)