Dionex ASE 100, Operator'S Manual

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2.3 Extraction Process
Before starting an extraction, perform the following steps. Refer to Chapter 3 for
detailed instructions for each step.
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Prepare sample and load it into the extraction cell.
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Set up a method.
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Press the
START
button.
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Verify that the system
STATUS
is
OVEN READY
(see Figure 2-5) and the LED
on the
START
button is flashing.
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Place the collection bottle, with the bottle cap screwed on, in the holder.
Lower the needle mechanism.
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Place the extraction cell in the cell holder and close the cell door.
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Press
START
to begin the run.
From this point, the ASE 100 automatically performs the extraction process. An
extraction consists of six main steps:
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Filling the cell with solvent
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Heating the cell (equilibration)
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Static extraction
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Flushing with fresh solvent
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Purging solvent from the system
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End relief