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MS/ETD System Getting Started Guide
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Fluoranthene
Fluoranthene is used as the ETD reagent in the ETD module portion of the LTQ XL/ETD or
LTQ Velos/ETD system. The fluoranthene radical anion is generated according to the
reaction shown in
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Figure 38.
ETD Reagent (fluoranthene radical anion) generation from fluoranthene
Fluoranthene is potentially hazardous. Use it according to its material safety data sheet
(MSDS) guidelines.
Always take safety precautions when you handle chemicals and unknown samples. Read and
understand the hazards of the chemicals used in the following preparations. Dispose of all
laboratory reagents by the appropriate method for a specific reagent or solvent.
By law, producers and suppliers of chemical compounds are required to provide their
customers with the most current health and safety information in the form of an MSDS. The
MSDS provides summarized information about the hazard and toxicity of specific chemical
compounds. Is also provides information about the proper handling of compounds, first aid
for accidental exposure, and procedures for cleaning spills or dealing with leaks. Read the
MSDS for each chemical you use. Dispose of all laboratory reagents according to the
directions in the MSDS.
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Fluoranthene
CAUTION
AVOID EXPOSURE TO POTENTIALLY HARMFUL MATERIALS.
Always wear protective gloves and safety glasses when you use solvents or corrosives. Also,
contain waste streams and use proper ventilation. Refer to the supplier’s MSDS for the
proper handling of a particular solvent.
