If the instrument is to be stored or not used for an extended period, it is recommended to follow this procedure:
Flush the detector with a mixture of Acetone/Water (50/50) at 1 mL/min for 15 min.
Allow the instrument to cool to ambient temperature in STANDBY mode with the gas supply still connected.
Tip the instrument forwards to try and empty the solvent within the nebulization chamber through the front waste tube (i.e. into the bottle).
Pour 10 – 20 mL of acetone into the rear exhaust tube to flush out the internal solvent trap, collecting any overflow of acetone at the front solvent pipe.
Repeat step 3 to drain the acetone.
Disconnect the waste bottle.
Using the gas supply, blow nitrogen gas through the exhaust to evaporate any remaining acetone in the solvent trap. Cover the waste tube with tissue paper to collect any acetone residue.
Plug the exhaust, waste tubes and solvent inlet with the plastic caps provided.
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