Agilent Technologies G6600-90006 manual NCD Photomultiplier Tube and Cooler

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directly in front of the photomultiplier tube (PMT). A red cut-off filter between the reaction cell and the PMT selectivity transmits the light from the nitric oxide and ozone reaction.

Efficient combustion in the ceramic tubes and the red cut-off filter eliminate interference from non-nitrogen containing analytes (sulfur dioxide, alkenes, olefins) that have chemiluminescence reactions with ozone.

A background signal is typically present as a result of ozone-wall interactions and low level nitrogen contamination from carrier and detector gases. The background signal is a useful troubleshooting aid.

NCD Photomultiplier Tube and Cooler

In the NCD, a red-sensitive PMT detects emissions from the nitric oxide and ozone reaction. A thermoelectric cooler cools the PMT 40 °C below ambient temperature to approximately -15 to -20 °C to reduce background noise from the PMT. The cooler operates whenever the Detector is connected to AC power.

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Operation and Maintenance Manual

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Contents Operation and Maintenance Manual Acknowledgements WarrantySafety Notices Manual Part NumberEnglish WA R N I N GIs not in use Español Français Deutsch Italiano Dutch Veiligheidsvoorzieningen niet meerFollowing symbols are used on the equipment Contents Installation OverviewFront Panel Controls and Initial Startup OperationMaintenance Pump MaintenanceTroubleshooting IndexOperation and Maintenance Manual Introduction Operation and Maintenance Manual System Description Technical Information 355 SCD SpecificationsTechnical Information 255 NCD Physical Specifications Power requirementsVoltage Sulfur Chemiluminescence Detector Theory of OperationNitrogen Chemiluminescence Detector Dual Plasma Controller Dual Plasma Burner with the 355 SCDDescription of Major Components Dual Plasma BurnerCross-Section of the Dual Plasma Burner for the 355 SCD Cross-Section of the Dual Plasma Burner for the 255 NCD Ozone Generator Chemiluminescence Reaction Cell and Photomultiplier Tube355 SCD Left Side 355 SCD Right Side 255 NCD Left Side View Pressure Transducer Vacuum PumpFID Adapter Optional Chemical TrapOil Coalescing Filter NCD Reaction CellNCD Photomultiplier Tube and Cooler Schematic for 355 SCD Schematic for 255 NCD, in Nitrogen Mode Schematic for 255 NCD, in Nitrosamine Mode Operation and Maintenance Manual Installation Overview Power Requirements Selecting a LocationEnvironmental Considerations Combustion Gas RequirementsTwo-stage pressure regulators Venting Gases Required Installation Tools Unpack and Inspect the InstrumentSet Up the Vacuum Pump Installing the Edwards RV5 Pump Oil-Sealed Vacuum PumpWA R N I N G Ard RV5 Oil-Sealed Vacuum Pump and Associated Traps Front Side RV5 Oil- Sealed Vacuum Pump and Associated Traps Top Setting the Gas Ballast Position RV5 Installing the Welch Dry Piston Vacuum Pump Operation Notes Welch Pump Welch Dry Piston Pump Operation and Maintenance Manual Connect the Power Cord SCD 230 V Unit Rear Panel DiagramInstall the Dry Compressed Air or O2 Supply Install the Signal Output Cables Install the Dual Plasma Burner Additional informationInstall the Dual Plasma Controller Dual Plasma Controller Rear PanelCapillary Columns Install Column ConnectionsPacked Columns and Columns with an Outside Diameter 0.8 mm Install the Transfer Line Front Panel Controls and Initial Startup Power Controls Detector Front Panel ControlsSignal Controls Display Output ControlsDual Plasma Controller Controls Dual Plasma Controller Front PanelInitial Startup Vacuum TestRecorder Test Detector Interface Setup Initial CheckoutIgnition Operation Start-Up Procedure Column Bleed Detector OperationDetector Stability and Response CokingContaminated Gases Fluctuating PressuresTypical Operating Conditions Typical Operating ConditionsDetection Limits Expected Detection Limits for Chromatographic ConditionsDaily Shutdown Instrument Shut-DownComplete Shutdown Using the 255 NCD in Nitrosamine Mode Special Operating ModesOperation and Maintenance Manual Operation and Maintenance Manual Maintenance Pump Maintenance Operating Life of Components for Edwards RV5 Vacuum PumpCleaning the Detector Changing the Oil Mist Filter RV5 Reaction Cell Cleaning EquipmentReaction Cell, PMT Housing and PMT Socket WA R N I N G Flow Sensor Calibration Detector Sensitivity MDLSCD Proper Ferrule Orientation to the Large Ceramic Tube Orientation of the Double Taper Ferrule Tightening the Heater Swivel Nut Operation and Maintenance Manual NCD Proper Ferrule Orientation to the Large Quartz Tube Burner Assembly Detail Tube Replacement for the SCD Positioning the Upper Tube in the Union Fitting 100 Operation and Maintenance Manual Operation and Maintenance Manual 101 Tube Replacement for the NCD Operation and Maintenance Manual 103 NCD Tube Replacement Detail Troubleshooting Solving Detector Problems Vacuum Pump Fuse Power ProblemsDetector Fuse Dual Plasma Controller FusesFuse Positions on the Power Supply Board Ozone Generation Problems High Voltage TransformerPlugged Restrictor Lines Response Problems Temperature Reading Problems Diagnosing General Problems Troubleshooting Detector IssuesDetector gases Troubleshooting Pump Issues Troubleshooting Burner Issues Index Agilent Technologies, Inc