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Preparing the Waters TQ Detector for Operation
Starting the TQ Detector
Note:
The Waters TQ Detector is designed for compatibility with the
ACQUITY UPLC system; if you are not using an ACQUITY UPLC system,
refer to the documentation relevant to the system being used.
Starting the TQ Detector entails powering-on the ACQUITY workstation,
logging into the workstation, powering-on the TQ Detector and all the other
ACQUITY instruments, and starting the MassLynx software.
Requirement:
You must power-on and log in to the ACQUITY workstation
first to ensure that it obtains the IP addresses of the system instruments.
To start the TQ Detector:
1.
Ensure the nitrogen supply is connected to the instrument’s API gas
connection.
Note:
The nitrogen must be dry and oil-free, with a purity of at least
95%. Regulate the supply at 600 to 690 kPa (6.0 to 6.9 bar, 90 to
100 psi).
See also:
Figure titled “TQ Detector rear panel” on page 1-15
2.
Ensure that the collision gas supply is connected to the TQ Detector.
Requirement:
The collision gas is argon; it must be dry and of high
purity (99.9%). Regulate the supply at 50 kPa (0.5 bar, 7 psi).
3.
Power-on the ACQUITY UPLC system workstation, and log in before
powering-on the other instruments.
Caution:
Using incompatible solvents can cause severe damage to the
instrument.
• Refer to Appendix C of the Waters TQ Detector Operator’s Guide for
TQ Detector solvent information.
• Refer to Appendix C of the ACQUITY UPLC System Operator’s
Guide for more information on solvent compatibility with
ACQUITY.
Warning:
During analyses that require flammable solvents, to avoid
ignition of the solvents, never let the nitrogen supply pressure fall
below 400 kPa (4 bar, 58 psi).