Thermo Fisher Scientific
Model 42
i
Trace Level Instruction Manual
5-1
Chapter 5
Preventative Maintenance
This chapter describes the periodic maintenance procedures that should be
performed on the instrument to ensure proper operation. Since usage and
environmental conditions vary greatly, you should inspect the components
frequently until an appropriate maintenance schedule is determined.
This chapter includes the following maintenance information and
replacement procedures:
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“
Safety Precautions
” on page
5-1
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“
Replacement Parts
” on page
5-2
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“
Cleaning the Outside Case
” on page
5-2
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“
Ozonator Air Feed Drying Column Replacement
” on page
5-2
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“
Capillaries Inspection and Replacement
” on page
5-2
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“
Thermoelectric Cooler Fins Inspection and Cleaning
” on page
5-4
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“
Fan Filters Inspection and Cleaning
” on page
5-4
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“
Pump Rebuilding
” on page
5-5
Read the safety precautions before beginning any procedures in this
chapter.
WARNING
If the equipment is operated in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired
Do not attempt to lift the instrument by the cover or other external
fittings.
▲
Equipment Damage
Some internal components can be damaged by small
amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap
must be worn while handling any internal component. For more
information about appropriate safety precautions, see the “
Servicing
”
chapter.
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Safety Precautions