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Detectors Advanced Maintenance
Removing/Replacing a Detector Module
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b. Keeping the module flap cover open, place it in its seat. Be sure to insert the 25-pin
male connector, on the bottom of the module, into the 25-pin female connector on
the injector seat of the injector housing.
c.
Use a T20 Torxhead screwdriver to tighten the three captive fixing screws without
overtightening.
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d. Close the module flap cover.
9. Remove the plug, and reconnect the column end to the detector.
10. Open the gas supplies.
11. Check the gas supply for leaks.
a.
Use a handheld electronic leak detector (Thermo Scientific GLD Pro leak detector or
equivalent) to check each fitting for leaks.
b. If you detect a leak, tighten the connection and retest it.
c.
Repeat this process until all connections are leak free.
12. If external modules are present, plug the power cable to the AC Input connector of each
external module, and to the wall outlet.
13. Power on the GC.
a.
Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the
wall outlet.
b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I.
14. Check the module gas connections for leaks.
15. Close the front door of the GC.
CAUTION
To maintain the correct alignment the screws must be tightened in turn.
Tighten each screw only a small amount before moving to the next screw. Repeat until all
are secure.
