Replacement of FID Igniter

Required devices

No.
Parts name
Category
Required number
Note
①
Igniter
Hydrogen Flame Ionization Detector (FID)
1

Procedures

Step 1

On the instrument monitor or workstation, check that the temperature of the column oven is lower than 40 °C, and check that the temperatures of the injection port and detector are 50 °C or lower.
After checking the temperatures, turn OFF the main power to the instrument.

Step 2

Open the INJ/DET cover (★1).

Step 3

Remove the stopper plate, and remove the igniter.

Check that the filament is not broken or has no corrosion. If there is a broken wire or corrosion, the igniter should be replaced.

Step 4

Remove the connector (★2) on the FID amplifier side.

Step 5

Install a new igniter.

Step 6

Fix the igniter with the stopper plate.

Step 7

Install the connector (★2) on the FID amplifier side.

Step 8

Close the INJ/DET cover.