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2.4 Sample Delivery Connections
These instructions cover only the connections to the S3500 analyzer. Please refer to the delivery system
manual(s) for complete details on system connections.
Installing and Changing Between Wet and Dry Sample Cells
Different sample cells are used for wet and dry operation. See Figure 2-1. Verify that the correct sample
cell is installed for the type of delivery desired.
Wet Sample Cell and Holder Dry Sample Cell
Figure 2-1
Wet and Dry Sample Cells
The S3500 was designed for quick and easy conversion from wet operation to dry and vice versa. The
following instructions describe changing the S3500 sample cell from wet to dry. To change from dry to
wet, simply reverse the procedure.