PerkinElmer TORION T-9, Руководство пользователя

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8 . Torion T-9 User’s Guide
Overview
This chapter contains a brief introduction to the Torion T-9 GC/MS
®
and Custodion
®
products.
This user’s manual provides step-by-step instructions for operating and trouble-shooting the Torion
T-9 GC/MS and the Custodion line of solid phase microextraction (SPME) syringes. Both basic
operations (such as running a sample and changing the batteries) and advanced operations (such as
re-analyzing data and changing the instrument operating parameters) are included.
The Torion T-9 GC/MS is used to separate and identify volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds
present in gas, liquid and solid samples. The Custodion SPME syringe is used to extract various
classes of compounds (depending on the sorbent coating of the fiber) and to concentrate the sample
for improved sensitivity at low concentrations. The Custodion is used to introduce the sample into
the Torion T-9 GC/MS.
After injecting a sample into the Torion T-9 GC/MS it is separated into its chemical components.
Resolved components are characterized by retention time from the gas chromatograph (GC) and
mass spectral fingerprint from the toroidal ion trap mass spectrometer (TMS). The mass spectral
fingerprints of the chemicals are compared to a database of known mass spectral fragmentation
patterns, and are identified by the on-board library.
Conventions Used in this Manual
Normal text is used to provide information and instructions.
Bold
text refers to text that is displayed on the screen.
UPPERCASE text, for example ENTER or ALT, refers to keys on the PC keyboard. '+' is used to show
that you have to press two keys at the same time, for example, ALT+F.
All eight digit numbers are PerkinElmer part numbers unless stated otherwise.
About Notes, Cautions, and Warnings
Three terms, in the following standard formats, are also used to highlight special circumstances and
warnings.
NOTE: A note indicates additional, significant information that is provided with some procedures.