Gamry FlexCell, Руководство оператора

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Chapter 3: Unpacking and Assembling Your Flexcell Kit--Test the Partially Assembled Cell for Leaks.
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4. Slip the cut end of the drip tube over the barbed-hose fitting on the de-ionized water inlet. The end of
the tube must extend beyond the barb on the fitting. If this step is difficult, try putting a drop of water
on the fitting before slipping the tube in place.
Test for Leaks.
Check the tightness of the fittings on the bottom cap. Make sure the Quick Clamp is in the locked position.
You do not require a sample for this test. The sample support seals on the small O-ring that normally seats on
the metal sample. You also do not need a filter-paper washer.
1. Loop the drip tube over the top of the cell. This tube fills with water to the same level as the water in
the cell.
2. Fill the cell with water, pouring the water into one of the ports on top of the glass dome. It is best if
you use de-ionized water for this test, although tap water may be used if your supply of deionized
water is limited. Fill the cell until at least ¾ of the glass dome is full.
3. Check all the seals for leaks, both immediately after filling, and 15 minutes after filling. You should not
see any water on any fitting. Contact Gamry Instruments
’ technical support department if you have a
leak, and you are uncertain how to remedy the problem.
4. Empty the cell by carefully inverting it over a sink and allowing the water to exit the cell from the open
fittings in the glass dome.