Agilent Technologies 8860 User manual

Agilent 8860, 8890, and 990 Micro

Gas Chromatograph Gasifier

User Manual

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First edition, July 2020

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CAUTION

A CAUTION notice denotes a 

hazard. It calls attention to an

operating procedure, practice, or the

like that, if not correctly performed

or adhered to, could result in

damage to the product or loss of

important data. Do not proceed

beyond a CAUTION notice until the

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understood and met.

WARNING

A WARNING notice denotes a

hazard. It calls attention to an

operating procedure, practice, or the

like that, if not correctly performed

or adhered to, could result in

personal injury or death. Do not

proceed beyond a WARNING notice

until the indicated conditions are

fully understood and met.

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Contents

1 Safety Information

Safety Information 6

Safety symbols 6

Safety and regulatory information 7

General safety precautions 7

Shipping Instructions 10

Cleaning Instructions 10

Disposal Instructions 10

Intended Use 10

Recycling the Product 11

2Introduction

Introduction 14

Specifications 15

Principle of Operation 16

Flow path diagram 16

Hardware description 16

3 Installation for 8860 GC and 8890 GC

Before you begin 20

Compressed liquid/gas sample cylinder safety 20

Check ventilation condition 20

Tools and parts required for installation 20

Check compatibility to the GC system 20

Installation 22

Prepare the GC 22

Install the Gasifier mounting bracket 23

Install the Gasifier 24

Connect the Gasifier transfer line to the GC 26

Install the external filter unit 26

Connect the sample cylinder 27

Connect the power cord and USB cable 27

Update the GC Firmware and driver 28

Configuring the GC and Data System 28

4 Installation for 990 Micro GC

Before you begin 30

Compressed liquid/gas sample cylinder safety 30

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Check ventilation condition 30

Tools and parts required for installation 30

Check compatibility to the GC system 30

Leak test 30

Installation 31

Install the mounting bracket and gasifier 31

Connect the transfer line to the GC 33

Install the external filter unit 34

Connect the sample cylinder 35

Connect the power cord and USB cable 36

Update the GC Firmware and driver 36

Configuring the GC and Data System 36

5Operation

Gasifier Operation and Status 38

Gasifier parameters 38

8860 and 8890 GC Operation 39

Create the checkout method 39

Run a sample analysis 40

Typical operating conditions 41

990 Micro GC Operation 43

Create the checkout method 43

Run a sample analysis 43

Typical operating conditions 44

6 Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Periodic Maintenance 46

Troubleshooting 47

Chromatographic symptoms 47

Gasifier Not Ready Symptoms 51

Thermal Fault 52

Electronics Troubleshooting GC Power-On and Communication Symptoms 53

Checking for Leaks 53

Checking for Blockage 54

Error Messages 55

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1Safety Information

Safety Information 6

Shipping Instructions 10

Cleaning Instructions 10

Disposal Instructions 10

To prevent any injury to the user or any damage to the instrument, it is essential that you read the

information in this chapter and the gas chromatograph (GC) user manuals.

If this manual is not in your native language, or if you have problems understanding the text,

contact your Agilent office for assistance. Agilent cannot accept responsibility for any damage or

injury caused by misunderstanding of the information in this manual.

1 Safety Information

Safety Information

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Safety Information

Safety symbols

Warnings in the manual or on the instrument must be observed during all phases of operation,

service, and repair of this instrument. Failure to comply with these precautions violates safety

standards of design and the intended use of the instrument. Agilent Technologies assumes no

liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.



See accompanying instructions for more information.



Indicates a hot surface.



Indicates hazardous voltages.



Indicates earth (ground) terminal.



Indicates potential explosion hazard.



Indicates electrostatic discharge hazard.



Indicates a hazard. 

See the Agilent GC user documentation for the item labeled.



Indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic product in

domestic household waste



Manufacturing date.

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1 Safety Information

Safety and regulatory information

The Agilent Gasifier conforms to the following safety standards:

•Canadian Standards Association (CSA): C22.2 No. 61010-1

•CSA/Nationally Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL): ANSI/UL 61010-1

•International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC): 61010–1, 61010-2-010, 61010-2-081

•EuroNorm (EN): 61010–1

The Agilent Gasifier conforms to the following regulations on Electromagnetic Compatibility

•(EMC) and Radio Frequency Interference (RFI):

•CISPR 11/EN 55011: Group 1, Class A

•IEC/EN 61326-1

This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001. Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme

NMB—001 du Canada.

NOTE

The Gasifier is designed and manufactured under a quality system registered to ISO 9001.

Declaration of Conformity available.

The Gasifier meets the following IEC (International Electro-technical Commission) classifications:

•Safety Class 1

•Transient Overvoltage Category II

•Pollution Degree 2

This unit has been designed and tested in accordance with recognized safety standards and is

designed for use indoors in non-classified locations. Do not operate it in an explosive atmosphere.

If the instrument is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by

the instrument may be impaired. Whenever the safety protection of the Gasifier has been

compromised, disconnect the unit from all power sources and secure the unit against unintended

operation. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. Substituting parts or performing any

unauthorized modification to the instrument may result in a safety hazard.

General safety precautions

WARNING

When handling or using chemicals for preparation or use within the GC, all applicable local and

national laboratory safety practices must be followed. This includes, but is not limited to, correct

use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), correct use of storage vials, and correct handling of

chemicals, as defined in the laboratory’s internal safety analysis and standard operating

procedures. Failure to adhere to laboratory safety practices could lead to injury or death.

1 Safety Information

General safety precautions

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WARNING

This instrument is designed for chromatographic analysis of appropriately prepared samples. It

must be operated using appropriate gases, and within specified maximum ranges for pressure,

flows, and temperatures as described in this manual. If the equipment is used in a manner not

specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.

WARNING

It is the responsibility of the customer to inform Agilent customer support representatives if the

instrument has been used for the analysis of hazardous samples, prior to any instrument service

being performed or when an instrument is being returned for repair.

To ensure safe equipment operation, adhere to the following safety practices:

•Dot not use flammable gas (such as H2) other than your sample as purging gas. Use inert gas

(such as N2) instead.

•Perform periodic leak checks on all supply lines and pneumatic plumbing.

•Do not allow gas lines to become kinked or punctured. Place lines away from foot traffic and

extreme heat or cold.

•To avoid exposure to potentially dangerous voltages, disconnect the instrument from all

power sources before removing protective panels.

•Your product must only use the power cord that was shipped with this product. Do not use this

power cord with any other product.

WARNING

Replace faulty or frayed power cords immediately. Contact your Agilent service representative.

•The instrument should be placed in a suitable location with sufficient ventilation to remove

gases and vapors. Make sure there is enough space around the instrument for it to cool off

sufficiently.

•Do not turn on the Power Supply if there is a possibility of any electrical damage. Instead,

disconnect the power cord, and contact your Agilent office.

•The supplied power cord must be inserted into a power outlet with a protective earth ground

connection.

•Do not change the external or internal grounding connections as this could endanger you or

damage the Power Supply.

•The Power Supply is properly grounded when shipped. You do not need to make any changes

to the electrical connections or to the Power Supply chassis to ensure safe operation.

•Do not place containers with flammable liquids on this Power Supply. Spillage of the liquid

over hot parts may cause fire.

•Never try to repair or replace any component that is not described in this manual without the

assistance of an Agilent service engineer. Unauthorized repairs or modifications will result in

rejection of warranty claims.

•Always disconnect the AC power cord before attempting any type of maintenance.

•The customer should not attempt to replace the fuses in the Power Supply.

•Damage can result if the Power Supply is stored under unfavorable conditions for prolonged

periods (for example, subject to heat, water, and so forth).

•This unit has been designed and tested in accordance with recognized safety standards and is

designed for use indoors.

•If the Power Supply is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection

provided by the Power Supply may be impaired.

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1 Safety Information

General safety precautions

•Substituting parts or performing any unauthorized modification to the Power Supply may

result in a safety hazard.

•Before plugging in your instrument, verify that the voltage of your local power source is set

appropriately.

•Turn off and cool down the GC and Gasifier before disconnecting the Transferline and GC.

•Do not use an Uninterruptable Power Supply (UPS) with a Gasifier.

•The input voltage of external power supply is 100-240V. Never use the mains supply which

voltage fluctuations are exceeded +/- 10 % out of this range.

•Stop using Gasifier with frayed or damaged Transferline, and contact your local Agilent sales

office.

CAUTION

Gasifier will be turned on as long as the power cord is connected to the power source. There is

no "On/Off" switch.

CAUTION

Make sure that the sampler has been removed prior to maintaining, moving or relocating the

Gasifier. Prior to moving, all covers and enclosures must also be seated properly. Make sure all

covers and enclosures are secure.

WARNING

Appliance inlet coupler (main input power cord) is the power disconnect device. Do not position

the instrument such that access to the coupler or plug is impaired.

WARNING

Transferline could be operated at temperatures high enough to cause serious burns.

You should always cool the Gasifier to room temperature before working on it. If you must

perform maintenance on the transferline, use a wrench and wear thermally protective gloves.

Add additional Warning information

WARNING

Do not place the Power Supply and Power cord on the top of GC or Gasifier when GC or Gasifier

is powered on.

1 Safety Information

Shipping Instructions

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Shipping Instructions

Follow these steps to prepare your Gasifier for shipping:

1Let the Gasifier cool down for at least 30 minutes before packing.

2Cap every inlet and outlet port.

3Cap all inlet and outlet tubing.

4Always include the power cord kit and USB cable with the Gasifier.

Cleaning Instructions

To keep the Gasifier surface clean, refer to the remarks given below:

•Switch the GC off.

•Remove the GC power cable from the mains.

•Disconnect the Gasifier power cable.

•Use a soft (not hard or abrasive) brush to carefully brush away all dust and dirt.

•If the outer case is dirty, clean it with a soft, clean cloth dampened with mild detergent. Never

clean the inside.

•Never use alcohol or thinners to clean the Gasifier. These chemicals can damage the case.

•Do not get water on the electronics components.

•Do not use compressed air to clean.

Disposal Instructions

Disposal of the Gasifier must be carried out in accordance with all (environmental) regulations

applicable in your country.

Intended Use

Agilent products must only be used in the manner described in the Agilent product user guides.

Any other use may result in damage to the product or personal injury. Agilent is not responsible for

any damages caused, in whole or in part, by improper use of the products, unauthorized

alterations, adjustments or modifications to the products, failure to comply with procedures in

Agilent product user guides, or use of the products in violation of applicable laws, rules or

regulations.

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