Shimadzu GC-2010 User Manual

6.1
6.6.
73FPD-2010
6 Troubleshooting
6.1Troubleshooting
This chapter covers causes of and countermeasures against errors frequently encountered when
using the FPD.
Errors which are attributable to the gas chromatograph main unit are covered in “Troubleshooting” in the
instruction manual of the gas chromatograph.
If a trouble cannot be cleared by the counter measure given here after, or if troubles other than outlined in
this chapter occurs, contact Shimadzu office or agent which is nearest to you.
1. The
Cause Countermeasures
The column is not connected. Connect the column.
Hydrogen gas is not supplied, or the flow rate is inappro-
priate.
Supply hydrogen gas or correct the flow rate.
Air is not supplied, or the flow rate is inappropriate. Supply air or correct the flow
The igniter filament has blown off. Replace the igniter filament.
(Contact your local Shimadzu techincal office.)
The detector temperature is too low. Increase the detector temperature.
Shield ring position is inadequate. Set the shield ring to adequate height.
APC is failed. Contact your local Shimadzu techincal office
flame is not ignited. The flame goes off.
2. Abnormal baseline
■ Significant noise occurs in the baseline.
Cause Countermeasures
The electrical connector is not securely connected. Check the connector and connect securely.
There is a large quantity of impurities in the carrier and
detector gases.
the Filter (Molecular Sieve Fillter, Gas Fil•Replace -
ter of Oxygen Trap).
the tubes and joints.•Replace
the gas container, changing to a gas of
higher purity.
•Replace
Gas leakage Check for gas leakage and correct any piping joints
from which gas is leaking.
Stray light Determine from where the light is leaking by using a
dark film and stop the stray.
Shield ring position is inadequate. Set the shield ring to appropriate height.
Water drops are produced around the exhaust ventila-
tion.
Purge the exhaust ventilation sufficiently to eliminate
the adhered water drops.
APC is failed. Contact your local Shimadzu techincal office

Shimadzu GC-2010 Specifications

General

Brand	Shimadzu
Model	GC-2010
Category	Security Sensors
Language	English