Waters 2690 - 2.3 Preparing the Solvent Management System

Preparing the Separations Module for Operation 17
2.3 Preparing the Solvent Management System
For optimal performance of your Separations Module, perform the steps identified in
Figure 2-6
.
Note:
For details on how to prepare both degasser and sparge-based 2690 Separations
Modules for operation, refer to
Chapter 6, Recommended Preparation Procedures .
Figure 2-6 Preparing the Solvent Management System for Operation
2.3.1 Degassing Solvents
In-Line Vacuum Degassing
In-line vacuum degassing reduces the total dissolved gas in the mobile phase. For more
information on vacuum degassing, refer to Section 1.5, the “Degasser Considerations”
discussion in the
Waters 2690 Separations Module Operator’s Guide .
Caution:
Observe safe laboratory practices when you handle solvents. Refer to the
Material Safety Data Sheet for each solvent you use.
Start
Degas or Sparge
Solvents
Prime the Plunger
Seal Wash Pump
Solvent
Management
System is Ready to
Operate
Prepare Solvent
Reservoirs
Prime the Solvent
Management
System