Agilent G6600-60622 Installing the PerkinElmer FID Adapter for the Dual Plasma Burner

About this manual

This document provides step-by-step instructions for installing the PerkinElmer FID adapter onto the Agilent Dual Plasma Burner accessory G6600-60622. It covers safety precautions, required materials, and procedures including attaching the adapter, setting flow rates, and connecting to the GC. Additional notes address flame ignition challenges, column bleed management, and SCD sensitivity issues. The guide also includes a procedure for changing the restrictor and references assembly diagrams for PerkinElmer GCs.

What's inside

• Purpose
• Scope
• Safety
• Materials
• Procedure
• Caution
• Note
• Changing the FID Adapter Restrictor
• Figure 1 FID Adapter Assembly Order for PerkinElmer GCs
• Figure 2 Cross-Section of Dual Plasma Burner Shroud with FID Adapter Assembly Order for PerkinElmer GCs

Frequently asked questions

What devices are required for installing the FID adapter?

The Dual Plasma Burner, the FID adapter kit, and the PerkinElmer 9000XL or Clarus 500 gas chromatograph (GC) instrument.

How do I attach the FID adapter to the Dual Plasma Burner?

Attach the FID adapter to the Dual Plasma Burner using a 1/4" Swagelok nut and ferrule connection.

What is the recommended hydrogen flow rate for the FID?

About 30 mL/min H2.

How do I change the FID adapter restrictor?

Remove the FID adapter from the GC, use a 1/4" nut driver with a hollow shaft to loosen the nut, remove the restrictor with pliers if necessary, and install the new restrictor with nut and ferrule in reverse order.