5.
Detach the tip of the capillary array from
the pump block, then remove the capillary
array knob and ferrule.
6.
Clean the front surface of the detection cell.
a.
Add one drop of methanol to a sterile
swab or lint-free wipe.
b.
Gently wipe the detection cell.
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1
Detection cell
7.
Reinstall the tip of the capillary array, array knob, and ferrule in the pump block.
8.
Push the pump and lower polymer blocks back against the pump panel. Make
sure that the buffer valve lever engages the buffer pin valve.
9.
Carefully place the detection cell into the detection block. Secure it by rotating
the cam knob 1/4-turn counterclockwise. The pointer on the knob is pointed
down.
10.
Close the detection cell door, oven door, and instrument door.
Perform a short-term shutdown
Perform the short-term shutdown procedure if the instrument will be idle for <1week.
• 1X run buffer
• Deionized water
• Lab wipes
• Gloves
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2
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1
Tip of the capillary array
2
Capillary array knob
3
Ferrule
Materials required
Chapter 9
Maintenance
Perform a short-term shutdown
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