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6. In the Time box, specify the number of minutes from 0.1 through 60.0.
Default:
2.0 minutes
Requirement:
All solvent tubing must contain solvent. Prime the ISM
until a steady flow exits the vent tubing (typically requires 7 to 10
minutes).
7. Click Start.
Result:
When solvent flows out the vent tubing without bubbles, the
path is primed.
Priming a dry ISM using a syringe
Required materials
•
Gloves: clean, powder-free, chemical-resistant
•
30-mL syringe (startup kit)
•
Short length of Pharmed
®
tubing (startup kit)
•
Tubing adapter (startup kit)
To prime a dry ISM:
1. Open the device’s front door.
Warning:
To prevent injury, always observe Good Laboratory Practices
when you handle solvents, change tubing, or operate the ISM. Consult
the Material Safety Data Sheets regarding the solvents you use.
Caution:
To prevent contamination, wear clean, chemical-resistant,
powder-free gloves when priming a dry ISM using a syringe.