Thermo Scientific Dionex ICS-2000, Operator'S Manual

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Setting Up the Eluent Generator
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15. Disconnect the
backpressure coil
from the EluGen
cartridge
OUTLET
port
.
16. Connect the
EGC
OUT
line to the
OUTLET
port (see
Figure B-46 ).
Figure B-46. EGC Inlet and Outlet Connections
17. Turn over the EluGen cartridge. Check for bubbles; if necessary,
shake and tap the EluGen cartridge to remove bubbles.
18. Reinstall the EluGen cartridge in the holder.
19. Do not reconnect the EluGen cartridge cable until after hydrating the
CR-TC.
Hydrating the CR-TC
Always hydrate the CR-TC before initial operation. This requires running
ASTM filtered, Type 1 (18 megohm-cm) deionized water through the CR-
TC for 10 minutes, while bypassing the columns and suppressor.
Figure B-47 illustrates the liquid flow path through the CR-TC during the
hydration procedure.