Emptying the exhaust trap bottle 4-21
Required material
Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
To empty the nitrogen exhaust trap bottle:
1. In the Instrument Console, click Stop Flow to stop the LC flow.
2. Pull the source enclosure release (located at the bottom, right-hand side)
outward, and swing open the enclosure.
3. Unscrew and remove the nitrogen exhaust trap bottle from the cap and
associated fittings.
4. Dispose of the waste liquid in accordance with local environmental
regulations.
5. Fit and fully tighten the nitrogen exhaust trap bottle to the cap.
6. Secure the nitrogen exhaust trap bottle in the upright position.
7. Close the source enclosure.
Tip: A leak test runs automatically. If the test results in a failure, ensure
that the nitrogen exhaust trap bottle is fully tightened to the cap.
8. In the Instrument Console, click Start Flow to start the LC flow.
Warning: The waste liquid in the nitrogen exhaust trap bot-
tle comprises ACQUITY UPLC solvents and analytes, which
can be biohazardous or toxic. Always wear chemical-resis-
tant, powder-free gloves while handling the nitrogen exhaust
trap bottle.
Warning: The waste liquid can be contaminated with biohaz-
ardous and/or toxic materials. Dispose of it according to local
environmental regulations.
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