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Storage, packaging and transport
YMC Pilot
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low pressure chromatography column
9
Storage, packaging and transport
WARNING
Solvents in the pilot column
Dangers possible due to liquids leaking from the column during transportation.
► Unpack and clean the column before transport.
9.1
Storage
For storage of packed columns, the chemical resistance of the wetted
parts and of the packed stationary phase (please contact the
manufacturer) should be considered.
The pilot column should be stored as follows:
• unpacked
• cleaned
• dry
• empty
9.2
Transport
We recommend the use the original wooden box for transportation. If you are no
longer in possession of the box, please pack the column in a similar container.
The column is packaged as follows:
1. Unpack the pilot column Chapter 6.4, S. 28.
2. Clean the pilot column Chapter 7.3, S. 33.
3. Insert the adjustable end piece.
4. Wrap the glass body in a bubble wrap.
5. If existing, fix the wheels to the base of the wooden box.
6. Make sure that there is a minimum distance of 100 mm from the outer wall.
7. Fix the pilot column in the wooden box with bubble wrap.
8. Attach appropriate warning signs to
the box (e.g. “Caution breakable glass”
and
“Top”).