Agilent G3437A Side-Mounted Thermal Conductivity Detector Installation Guide

About this manual

This guide provides step-by-step instructions for installing the Agilent G3437A Side-Mounted Thermal Conductivity Detector as a third detector on the Agilent 7890A Gas Chromatograph. It covers preparation, component assembly, cable routing, and final configuration. Safety precautions are included, such as turning off the instrument and using an electrostatic wrist strap. The guide also details how to connect the MSD heated zone cable and configure the GC’s auxiliary detector settings after installation.

What's inside

• Parts Supplied
• Parts Identification
• Tools Required
• Installation Procedure
• Assemble the TCD Frame
• Connect the Third DET Cable
• Restore the GC to Operating Condition
• Warranty

Frequently asked questions

How do I configure the GC after installing the third detector?

Press [Configure] then [Aux Det #], select the Aux Detector, press [Enter], then press [Mode/Type] and scroll to select Aux 1 or Aux 2 based on the MSD heated zone cable position.

What is the Agilent G3437A used for?

It is a side-mounted thermal conductivity detector for use as a third detector on the Agilent 7890A Gas Chromatograph.

How many screws are needed to attach the manual flow bezel to the third detector flow frame?

Three M4 x 12 mm screws are required to attach the manual flow bezel.