2 • Installing the ICS-90 System
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4. Measure the flow rate, using one of the following methods:
•
Volumetrically (recommended for most applications): Measure
the volume of liquid collected over a measured time period. The
ICS-90 Ship Kit includes items for measuring the flow rate
volumetrically.
•
Gravimetrically: Weigh the mass of liquid collected over a
measured time period. The gravimetric method is slightly more
accurate than the volumetric method.
Volumetric Method 1 (Recommended): Using a Syringe and Adapter
a.
Locate the following items in the ICS-90 Ship Kit: luer fitting
(P/N 024305), luer coupler (P/N 042806), 1 mL syringe (P/N 016388),
and 10 mL syringe (P/N 016387). You will also need a stopwatch or a
clock or watch with a second hand (the computer’s clock can be used),
and a small beaker or other container for collecting waste.
b. Connect the luer coupler to the luer fitting.
c.
Select the syringe to be used:
•
For a 0.5 mL/min flow rate, use the 1 mL syringe.
•
For a flow rate above 0.5 mL/min, use the10 mL syringe.
d. Disconnect the
ELUENT IN
line from the
ELUENT IN
port on the
suppressor. Connect the luer coupler to the
ELUENT IN
line, and connect
the syringe to the luer fitting (see
Figure 2-19. Assembled Syringe and Luer Adapter
Luer
Fitting
Eluent In
Line
Luer
Coupler
Syringe
