Dionex ASE 100, Operator'S Manual

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3 • Operation and Maintenance
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scratched, gouged, or corroded. If the tip is damaged or worn, replace
it (see Section 5.10).
3.8 Shutdown
Overnight Shutdown
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After extracting with a 100% organic solvent, you may turn off the power
immediately. No other action is required.
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After extracting with an acidic solvents or a basic solvent, rinse the system
with either 100% organic solvent or distilled water (see Section 3.1.7) before
turning off the power.
Longer Shutdowns
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Before shutting down for more than one night:
1. After extracting with acidic solvents or basic solvents, rinse the
system with either 100% organic solvent or distilled water (see
Section 3.1.7) before turning off the power.
2. Turn off the gas supply.
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Before shipping the ASE 100:
1. After extracting with acidic solvents or basic solvents, rinse the
system with either 100% organic solvent (e.g., acetone or methanol)
or distilled water (see Section 3.1.7).
2. Empty the solvent bottle, reconnect the bottle to the system, and run
one or more rinse cycles to ensure that all solvent is removed from the
lines.
3. Remove the solvent bottle.