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  • Page 1 TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Gas Chromatographs Hardware Manual PN 31715002 Revision F January 2016...
  • Page 2 © 2016 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. All rights reserved. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 are trademarks of Thermo Fisher Scientific. Microsoft® is a registered trademark of Microsoft. Adobe® is a registered trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 3 Reader’s Survey TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual, PN 31715002, Revision F Strongly Strongly Agree Neutral Disagree Agree Disagree The manual is well organized. The manual is clearly written. The manual contains all the information I need. The instructions are easy to follow.
  • Page 5 Declaration Manufacturer: Thermo Fisher Scientific Thermo Fisher Scientific is the manufacturer of the instrument described in this manual and, as such, is responsible for the instrument safety, reliability and performance only if: • installation • re-calibration • changes and repairs have been carried out by authorized personnel and if: •...
  • Page 6 Notice on Lifting and Handling of Thermo Scientific Instruments For your safety, and in compliance with international regulations, the physical handling of this Thermo Fisher Scientific instrument requires a team effort to lift and/or move the instrument.
  • Page 7 WEEE Compliance This product is required to comply with the European Union’s Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive 2012/19/EU. It is marked with the following symbol: Thermo Fisher Scientific has contracted with one or more recycling or disposal companies in each European Union (EU) Member State, and these companies should dispose of or recycle this product.
  • Page 8 Conformità RAEE Questo prodotto è marcato con il seguente simbolo in conformità alla direttiva europea 2012/19/EU (RAEE) sui rifiuti di apparecchiature elettriche ed elettroniche: Thermo Fisher Scientific si è accordata con una o più società di riciclaggio in ciascun Stato Membro della Unione Europea (EU), e queste società...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Installation ............1 Positioning the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 ......3 Installing the External Accessories .
  • Page 10 Maintenance Button ..........69 Powering On the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 ......69 Shutting Down the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 .
  • Page 11 Wipe Test ..........169 Cleaning or Replacing the Collecting Electrode (Anode) ....169 Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 12 Installing the Oven Exhaust Kit........326 TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 13 Checking for Leaks ......... . . 456 Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual xiii...
  • Page 14 Upgrade Equipment...........549 Upgrading a TRACE 1300 to a TRACE 1310 ......550...
  • Page 15 TRACE 1310 Error Messages ........584...

  • Page 17: Preface

    Chapter 10, “Adding Systems,” describes how to install any added system that is available for the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310. See the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Spare Parts Guide for information about ordering the equipment in this chapter. Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 18: About Your System

    About Your System Thermo Scientific systems provide high-caliber gas chromatography (GC) instrumentation. Your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 GC system can be a stand-alone unit or coupled with other instruments. GC represents a powerful analytical separation technique. Complex mixtures of individual compounds can be injected into the GC, either manually or by using an autosampler, and then separated the eluate for presentation to the detector.

  • Page 19: Contacting Us

    Thermo Fisher Scientific office or affiliate GC-GC/MS Customer Support. Related Documentation In addition to this guide, Thermo Scientific provides the following documents for the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310. These documents are also available on a “Print-By-Request” basis.

  • Page 20: Safety Symbols And Signal Words

    HARMFUL. Indicates that the presence of harmful material will, could, or might occur. INSTRUMENT DAMAGE: Indicates that damage to the instrument or component might occur. This damage might not be covered under the standard warranty. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 21: Instrument Markings And Symbols

    Instrument Markings and Symbols Table 1 explains the symbols used on Thermo Scientific instruments. Only a few of them are used on the TRACE 1300/1310. See the asterisk. Table 1. Instrument Marking and Symbols (Sheet 1 of 2)

  • Page 22: Hydrogen Safety Precautions

    1040 °F (560 °C). It has a very low ignition energy and the highest burning velocity of any gas. If hydrogen is allowed to expand rapidly from high pressure, it can self-ignite. Hydrogen burns with a flame that can be invisible in bright light. xxii TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 23: Using Hydrogen With Trace 1300/Trace 1310

    Using Hydrogen with TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 The use of hydrogen as a carrier gas, or as fuel gas for certain flame detectors, requires strict attention and compliance with special precautions due to the hazards involved. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual xxiii...

  • Page 24: Hydrogen Connection Guidelines

    Never use hydrogen as carrier gas in your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 system unless your oven has a hydrogen sensor installed. Thermo Fisher Scientific FSEs are not authorized to install or repair any instrument using hydrogen as a carrier gas unless the instrument is equipped with the appropriate sensor.
  • Page 25 An emergency gas shutoff device in an accessible location outside the use area should be provided in addition to the manual point-of-use valve in each educational and instructional laboratory space that has a piped gas supply system. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 26: Purchasing Hydrogen

    Storing and handling compressed hydrogen gas and cryogenic liquid hydrogen present potential health and safety hazards. Using proper storage and handling techniques is essential to maintaining a safe work environment. Use the following guidelines when storing hydrogen: xxvi TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 27: Hydrogen Safety Codes, Standards And References

    • ANSI/AIAA standard for hydrogen safety guidelines is AIAA G-095-2004, Guide to Safety of Hydrogen and Hydrogen Systems • ASME B31.1, Power Piping Code • ASME B31.3, Process Piping Code Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual xxvii...
  • Page 28 • NFPA 68, 2007 Standard on Explosion Protection by Deflagration Venting • NFPA 69, Standard on Explosion Prevention Systems • NFPA 91, Standard for Exhaust Systems for Air Conveying of Vapors xxviii TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 29: Hazardous Substances Precautions

    • Eye protection: Full face shield and safety glasses are recommended. • Other protective equipment: Safety shoes when handling containers. Long sleeved shirts and trousers without cuffs. Work clothing that sufficiently prevents skin contact should be worn. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual xxix...

  • Page 30: Carbon Dioxide Safety Precautions

    • Eye protection: Full face shield and safety glasses are recommended. • Other protective equipment: Safety shoes when handling containers. Long sleeved shirts and trousers without cuffs. Work clothing that sufficiently prevents skin contact should be worn. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 31: Chapter 1 Installation

    Installing the Column the First Time IMPORTANT Before beginning the installation process, your laboratory must be in compliance with the guidelines and the requirements described in the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 Preinstallation Requirements Guide. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 32 “Making the Gas Supply Plumbing Connections” page b. For system test information, refer to the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 User Guide and to the User Guide of any accessories you have connected to your GC system. 5. Connect coolant to cryogenic system (if present).

  • Page 33: Positioning The Trace 1300/Trace 1310

    35 kg (77 lbs) when unpacked. Pay attention when lifting the instrument onto the work table. 1. Set the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 on the work table. At least TWO people should perform this operation, each standing on one side of the instrument and putting their hands near its supporting feet.

  • Page 34: Installing The Injector And Detector Modules

    Note Where a dummy module is installed, the gas connection is blocked by a plug. The dummy modules must be removed and replaced by the injector and detector modules as required by the configuration of your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310. CAUTION Each housing must always be occupied by both modules. If the GC is configured with a single injector/detector module, a dummy module must remain inserted instead of the missing injector/detector module.
  • Page 35 CAUTION To maintain the correct alignment the screws must be tightened in turn, and each screw must be tightened only a small amount before moving to the next screw. Repeat until all are secure. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 36: Installing A Detector Module

    Remove the gas block plug from the gas connections by unscrewing its fixing screw using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver. Figure 3. Detector Gas Block Plug Gas Block Plug on Detector Seat O-rings Gas Connections Without Gas Block Plug TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 37: Making The Gas Supply Plumbing Connections

    Contact a Thermo Fisher Scientific sales representative if you plan to use hydrogen as the carrier gas in your new TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310. If you don’t have the hydrogen sensor, you must use an inert carrier gas.
  • Page 38 Purged the gas line after every tube cut to remove any debris or contaminants. c. Ensured the gas supply is turned off. 2. Connect the gas lines. a. TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 is provided with six gas inlet ports for the connection of carrier and detector gases. See Figure Figure 4.
  • Page 39 Connect the gas line to the front/back detector gas inlet. Use a 7/16-in. wrench for tightening the fittings. See Figure Figure Figure 11, and Figure 12 to properly connect each detector. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 40 Back Detector Gas Inlets Figure 10. ECD Detector Gas Lines Connection Front Detector Gas Inlet Back Detector Gas Inlet Figure 11. TCD Detector Gas Lines Connection Back Carrier Gas Inlet Front Carrier Gas Inlet TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 41 The working inlet pressure range is from 400 kPa (58 psig) to 1000 kPa (145 psig). Note If auxiliary carrier gases are required, the installation of the Auxiliary Gas module is required. For the installation details, see the section “Adding an Auxiliary Gas System” page 521. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 42: Testing For Leaks

    500 kPa (72.5 psi). 3. Check for leaks. a. Use a handheld electronic leak detector (Thermo Scientific GLD Pro leak detector or equivalent) to check each fitting for leaks. b. If you detect a leak, tighten the connection and retest it.

  • Page 43: Connecting The Oven Cryogenic System

    Connecting the Oven Cryogenic System Connecting the Oven Cryogenic System If the oven of your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 is equipped with a cryogenic cooling option, you need a supply of coolant, such as carbon dioxide (CO ) or liquid nitrogen (N...
  • Page 44 1/8-in. NPT Fittings for the connection to the carbon dioxide tank 2. Connect the other end of the cryo supply tube to the coolant container using the appropriate nut and ferrule. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 45 The LED marked On lights up after the GC power on. Note For further details regarding the installation of the Aux Temperature/Cryo module, see the section “Adding an Aux Temperature/Cryo Module” page 443. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 46: Oven Cryo System With Liquid Nitrogen Connection

    1. Connect the proper end of the cryo supply tube to the 1/8-in. NPT connection of the solenoid valve using the proper nut and ferrule. Use a 7/16-in. wrench to tighten the fittings. See Figure TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 47 Ferrule 1/8-in. NPT Fittings for the connection to the Liquid Nitrogen Tank 2. Connect the other end of the cryo supply tube to the coolant container using the appropriate nuts and ferrules. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 48: Connecting The Ptv/Ptvbkf Cryogenic System

    “Adding an Aux Temperature/Cryo Module” page 443. Connecting the PTV/PTVBKF Cryogenic System If the PTV or PTVBKF injector of your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 is equipped with a cryogenic cooling option, you need a supply of coolant, carbon dioxide (CO ) or liquid nitrogen (LN...
  • Page 49 1. Connect the proper end of the cryo supply tube to the 1/8-in. NPT connection of the solenoid valve using the proper nut and ferrule. Use a 7/16-in. wrench to tighten the fittings. See Figure Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 50 The LED marked On lights up after the GC power on. Note For further details regarding the installation of the Aux Temperature/Cryo module, see the section “Adding an Aux Temperature/Cryo Module” page 443. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 51: Ptv/Ptvbkf Cryo System With Liquid Nitrogen Connection

    High concentrations of liquid nitrogen in the air can be an asphyxiation hazard. To avoid injury, always follow the safety precautions and delivery system design recommended by your gas supplier. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 52 Back Inlet Cryo Valve Front Inlet Cryo Valve b. Using the cable provided, connect the 15-pin female connector marked GC Bus on the module to a Bus interface on the back of the GC. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 53: Coupling To A Mass Spectrometer

    Coupling to a Mass Spectrometer This section provides instruction for opening the duct to introduce the transfer line inner tube into the oven of your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 version for MS. According to the mass spectrometer unit to couple, see the following sections: •...
  • Page 54 See Figure Figure 29. Pre-shaped Plug Removal Duct for DSQ II Pre-shaped Plug Duct for ISQ Series /TSQ 8000 Series Pre-shaped Plug Duct for ITQ Pre-shaped Plug TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 55 6. For DSQ II and ITQ, connect the transfer line heater to the Aux Temperature/Cryo Module. See Figure CAUTION An extension cable transfer line is needed when connecting an ITQ mass spectrometer to the Aux Temperature/Cryo module. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 56: Making The Duct To Couple With A Tsq Quantum Mass Spectrometer

    32. Save the screw because it will be reused later. Figure 32. Right Side Panel Fixing Screw c. Slide the panel towards the back of the instrument up to the stop. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 57 IMPORTANT Save the pre-shaped plug of insulating material in a safe place because it could be reused. c. On the interior of the oven box remove the partial cut plate from the corresponding duct. See Figure Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 58 Heater Connection for Transfer Line 2 Heater Connection for Transfer Line 1 7. To tune and set the TSQ Quantum working conditions, refer to the relevant User Guide and Hardware Manual. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 59: Making The Duct To Couple With A Dfs, Irms, Or Icp-Ms Mass Spectrometer

    According to the configuration of your high resolution mass spectrometer, on the left/right exterior wall of the oven box, remove the partial cut plate of the duct of interest, and then the pre-shaped plug of insulating material from the duct provided. Figure Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 60 (column bleed) during conditioning may contaminate the detector. 5. Close the front door of the GC. 6. Connect the transfer line heater if required. a. Connect the transfer line heater to the Aux Temperature/Cryo Module. See Figure TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 61: Setting Handshake Parameters

    3. Set the Handshaking parameters as required, then return to main menu.  To configure handshaking parameters through the Chromatography Data System 1. Launch the Data System. In the relevant Configuration page specify the handshaking parameters. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 62: Installing The Autosampler

    GC. See Figure 41 Figure For further details please refer to the manuals of your sampling system. Figure 41. Installation Holes and Sampler Supports for TriPlus RSH and TriPlus 100 Liquid Sampler TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 63 Support and Installation Holes for Two AI 1310/AS 1310 in Gemini Configuration. Support and Installation Holes for One or Two AI 1310/AS 1310 when a TSQ Quantum Mass Spectrometer is coupled with the GC. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 64: Connecting The Autosampler

    Installation Installing the Autosampler Connecting the Autosampler There are two possible cabling patterns for connecting the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to a single autosampler: • The GC and a TriPlus, AI/AS 1310, or AI/AS 3000 II autosampler are controlled via a single serial cable connected.
  • Page 65 When two AI/AS 1310 or AI/AS 3000 II autosamplers are in use in Gemini configuration, perform the hardware setup (HWSetup 1 or HWSetup 2) according to the Thermo Scientific Chromatography Data System in use, and to the High Throughput, Single, or Confirmation operating mode. See...
  • Page 66 Figure 47 Figure Figure 47. Connection of GC and TriPlus RSH/ TriPlus 100 Liquid Sampler via LAN Ethernet Cable GC 1 Y-shape Handshake Cable Ethernet Cable TriPlus RSH TriPlus 100 LS TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 67: Connect The Autosampler To The Gc System

    “To perform the HWSetup 1 of two AI/AS 1310 - AI/AS 3000 II in Gemini Configuration” page 39 • “To perform the HWSetup of two AI/AS 1310 - AI/AS 3000 II in Gemini Configuration” page 40 Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 68 1. Using the cable provided, connect the 6-pin female connector marked HANDSHAKE VIRTUAL located on the back portion of the crossrail X to the connector marked AUTOSAMPLER HANDSHAKE on the back panel of the second GC. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 69 TWIN SYNC, on the back of the sampling unit of the sampler “a”, to the 4-pin male connector marked TWIN SYNC on the back of the sampling unit of the sampler “b”. 2. Using the Gemini Y shape cable provided (PN 23043623), connect: Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 70 TWIN SYNC, on the back of the sampling unit of the sampler “a”, to the 4-pin male connector marked TWIN SYNC on the back of the sampling unit of the sampler “b”. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 71: Setting Autosampler Handshake Parameters

    1. In the main menu select the Configuration icon, the Configuration menu appears. 2. In the Configuration menu, select the Handshake icon to open the relevant submenu. 3. Set the Handshaking parameters as required, then return to main menu. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 72: Installing The Data System Software

    Start the Data System you installed selecting it in the page Start-Program of the desktop. e. The Main Page of the data system will be displayed. For details about the data system in use, please refer to the relevant User Guide. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 73: Making Power Connections

    1. Connect the power cable to the AC Input connector (Main socket) on the GC, and to the wall outlet. See Figure Figure 51. GC Power Connection 120 Vac or 230 Vac Power Supply Label Power Switch ON Position AC Input Connector Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 74 Interface, receive the power supply from the electronic module of the GC through the GC Bus connection. Auxiliary Gas Module Generic Detector Interface: Electrical Interface Analog Output Interface Module The LED marked On lights up solid green after the GC power on. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 75: Setting The Lan Communication

    “Making the LAN Setup” page Before making the LAN setup, please read the following note. Note The TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 allows LAN (Local Area Network) capabilities by the presence of an RJ45 connector on the Electronic Module, and two LEDs for LAN activity.

  • Page 76: Making The Lan Setup

    Thermo Fisher Scientific office or affiliate GC-GC/MS Customer Support 5. Run the TS1300ST program; the initial page appears and you will be prompted to enter the password. See Figure TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 77 Figure 56. Research of the Equipment 8. At the end of the scan, all the equipment powered on and connected to the LAN is displayed. Only the SCAN button is enabled. See the example in Figure Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 78 9. Select the GC of interest to set up. All the three buttons on the top of the page are enabled. See the example in Figure Figure 58. Selection of the GC of Interest 10. Click IP set-up. The Remote Settings page is displayed. See the example in Figure TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 79 Close in the drop-down menu. See Figure Figure 60. Close Commands 12. Configure the Data System (Xcalibur, Chrom-Card, ChromQuest, or Chromeleon) in use. See the section “Configuring the Data System” page Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 80: Configuring The Data System

    To connect a capillary column to the injector and detector base body, you must use the proper column ferrules and retaining nuts. • Retaining Nut — Dedicated retaining nuts are required to connect capillary columns to injector and detector base bodies, and the Tee connector. See Table TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 81 They have a temperature limit of 350 °C, but must be re-tightened after initial temperature cycles. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 82: Installing The Adapters For Encapsulated Graphite Ferrules

    SSL injector and FID, NPD, TCD, ECD, and FPD detector by using the encapsulated graphite ferrules (Graph-pack). The adapters are provided with the kit PN 19050759. The kit includes the parts listed in Table TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 83 GC oven. c. Remove the analytical column with its nut and ferrule from the bottom of the injector and the detector. 5. Remove the bottom parts of the SSL injector. See Figure Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 84 Use the 1/2-in. wrench to firmly tighten the retaining nut of the adapter with the base seal and the washer from the bottom of the injector. 7. Remove the bottom parts of the FID, NPD, ECD, TCD, or FPD detector. See Figure TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 85 9. Connect the column. a. Before starting, use a 1/4-5/16-in. wrench to remove the column nuts and ferrules from the base of the injector and detector adapters. See Figure Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 86: Installing The Column Rack

    WARNING Before starting the installation, make sure that the GC is powered off and the power cable is disconnected. Before connecting the capillary column, make sure that the column rack is installed in the oven. See Figure TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 87: Installing The Column The First Time

    To install a new column the first time 1. Install the column into the GC oven. a. Open the front door of the GC. b. Place the column on the two arms of the rack. See Figure Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 88 Position the column so that the end of the column extends the proper distance above the end of the ferrule as reported in Table TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 89 GC inlet is pressurized, and the column is not plugged. If there is still no flow, consult the section Analytical Troubleshooting in the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 User Guide, or contact the Technical Support. c. Allow the column to purge for few minutes.
  • Page 90 7. Calibrate the carrier gas flow (column evaluation). a. Carefully push the capillary column end into the flow meter section of the column- flowmeter connector. See Figure Figure 69. Column Flowmeter Connector To flowmeter TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 91 Do not use hydrogen as the carrier for conditioning! It could vent into the oven and present an explosion hazard. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 92 a. Run the temperature program that is recommended by the manufacturer. INSTRUMENT DAMAGE: Never exceed the column manufacturer’s maximum operating temperature. 10. Connect the column to the detector inside the GC. a. Lower the oven temperature to 30 °C and allow it to cool. WARNING-BURN HAZARD: The injector, detector, oven, and transfer line may be hot.
  • Page 93 PDD cell for the correct length. 11. End of the column installation. a. Close the front door of the GC. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 95: Chapter 2 Performing Routine Maintenance

    • Maintenance Supplies and Tools • Maintenance Button • Powering On the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 • Shutting Down the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 • Cleaning the Instrument Externally • Replacing a Column Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 96: Read Me First

    • Detector modules — You may need to install, replace or maintain a detector module. Chapter 4, “Performing Detectors Routine Maintenance.” There are many more components in the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 that do not require routine maintenance, but may need to be replaced if there is a problem with the instrument.
  • Page 97 You can carry out these operations manually, or by pressing the Maintenance key. For details refer to the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 User Guide. At the end of the maintenance operations, restore the GC normal working conditions.

  • Page 98: Maintenance Supplies And Tools

    Performing Routine Maintenance Maintenance Supplies and Tools Maintenance Supplies and Tools To perform routine maintenance on the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310, you will need the following supplies and tools. • Wrench, open-end, 1/4-in. and 5/16-in., 1/8-in. • Flathead screwdriver • 5.5 x 25 mm Slotted Stubby Driver •...

  • Page 99: Maintenance Button

    4. Be sure the carrier gas flowing through the column and the detector gases flowing through the detector. Figure 70. GC Power On 120 Vac or 230 Vac Power Supply Label Power Switch ON Position AC Input Connector Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 100 Figure 71. TRACE 1300 Status Panel at the GC Power On Power On Status Stand-by Status b. TRACE 1310 — Check the main menu appears on the touch screen. See Figure Figure 72. TRACE 1310 Touch Screen 7. Open the Thermo Scientific Chromatography Data System installed on the computer.

  • Page 101: Shutting Down The Trace 1300/Trace 1310

    6. If present, power-off the autosampler by switching off the main power switch, or by unplugging the power cable from the AC input connector, and from the wall outlet. 7. Power-off all the remaining instruments. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 102: Cleaning The Instrument Externally

    Cleaning the Instrument Externally Cleaning the Instrument Externally Normal usage of the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 can cause the exterior to get dirty. WARNING It is your responsibility to avoid that dangerous liquids, materials or both, seeping inside the GC during operation and maintenance.

  • Page 103: Replacing A Column

    Use a scoring wafer to score and break the column about 1 cm (0.4 in.) from the end. Use a magnifying glass to check for an even, flat cut. Repeat if necessary. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 104 GC inlet is pressurized, and the column is not plugged. If there is still no flow, consult the Troubleshooting section or contact Technical Support. c. Allow the column to purge for at least 10 minutes. 5. Perform a column leak check. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 105 The following two lines are added to the menu. According to the physical characteristics of the column, the system calculates and displays the relevant Column K-factor. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 106 INSTRUMENT DAMAGE: Never exceed the column manufacturer’s maximum operating temperature. 9. Connect the column to the detector inside the GC. a. Lower the oven temperature to 30 °C and allow it to cool. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 107 Remove the notched septum from the column. g. For PDD the column must enter 136 mm into the pre-installed capillary column adapter. Make a mark on the column 136 mm from the end. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 108 PDD cell for the correct length. 10. End of the column installation. a. Close the front door of the GC. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 109: Chapter 3 Performing Injectors Routine Maintenance

    Maintaining a Gas Sampling Valve Injector (GSV) • Maintaining an Instant Connect Helium Saver Injector (HeS-S/SL) • Maintaining a Programmable Temperature Vaporizing Injector (PTV) • Maintaining a Programmable Temperature Vaporizing Injector with Backflush (PTVBKF) Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 110: Maintaining A Split/Splitless Injector (Ssl)

    Figure 75. SSL Module Components Split Line Vent Purge Line Vent Septum Cap Septum Holder/Liner Cap Ring Nut Carrier Gas Line Filter Injector Body Split Gas Line Filter Insulation Cover Bottom Fittings TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 111 The most common is the appearance of tailing peaks in the chromatogram, particularly for polar compounds. See“Cleaning or Replacing the SSL Glass Liner” page Tip It is good practice to replace the septum every time you replace the glass liner. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 112 Liner seal (O-ring) Ultrasonic cleaner Mixture 1:1 methanol/acetone Base Seal (if necessary) Carrier gas line and/or split gas line active carbon filters Body head internal o-ring Body head external o-ring T20 screwdriver TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 113: Replacing The Ssl Septum

    Note By pressing the Maintenance button, the GC cool down is automatically carried out. 4. Put the autosampler away if present. 5. Open the module flap cover. 6. Replace the septum. a. Unscrew and remove the septum cap. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 114: Cleaning Or Replacing The Ssl Glass Liner

    To clean or replace the glass liner Figure 78. SSL Injector: Glass Liner Replacement Septum Cap Ring Nut Septum Holder/Liner Cap with Septum Liner Seal (O-ring) Liner 1. Put the GC in standby condition. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 115 Screw and tighten the septum cap to finger-tight. CAUTION Do not overtighten the septum cap because you might damage the septum and affect instrument performance. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 116: Replacing A Ssl Broken Liner

    Washer Bottom Fittings Retaining Nut Ferrule Terminal Fitting for Capillary Column Capillary Column Retaining Nut 1. Put the GC in standby condition. 2. Cool the oven and injector to room temperature. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 117 Screw and tighten the injector cap to finger-tight. CAUTION Do not overtighten the septum cap because you might damage the septum and affect instrument performance. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 118: Replacing The Ssl Carrier And Split Lines Filters

    Figure 80. SSL Injector: Active Filters Replacement Split Gas Line Active Carbon Filter Carrier Gas Line Active Carbon Filter 1. Put the GC in standby condition. 2. Cool the oven and injector to room temperature. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 119: Replacing The Ssl Body Head O-Rings

    Replacing the SSL Body Head O-Rings  To replace the body head o-rings Figure 81. SSL Injector: Body Head O-Rings Replacement Body Head Internal O-ring (Carrier gas Line) Body Head External O-ring (Purge gas Line) Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 120 9. Close the module flap cover. 10. If present, move the autosampler towards the module to restore the original alignment. 11. Turn the carrier gas on. 12. Set the normal injector, detector, and GC working conditions. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 121: Maintaining A Split/Splitless Injector With Backflush (Sslbkf)

    Split Line Vent Purge Line Vent Septum Cap Septum Holder/Liner Cap Ring Nut Carrier Gas Line Filter Injector Body Split Gas Line Filter Module Cover Insulation Cover Bottom Fittings Backflush Line Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 122 Typical symptoms will indicate that the liner must be replaced. The most common is the appearance of tailing peaks in the chromatogram, particularly for polar compounds. See“Cleaning or Replacing the SSLBKF Glass Liner” page TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 123 Liner seal (O-ring) Ultrasonic cleaner Mixture 1:1 methanol/acetone Base Seal (if necessary) Carrier gas line and/or split gas line active carbon filters Body head internal o-ring Body head external o-ring T20 screwdriver Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 124: Replacing The Sslbkf Septum

    Note By pressing the Maintenance button, the GC cool down is automatically carried out. 4. Put the autosampler away if present. 5. Open the module flap cover. 6. Replace the septum. a. Unscrew and remove the septum cap. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 125: Cleaning Or Replacing The Sslbkf Glass Liner

    Cleaning or Replacing the SSLBKF Glass Liner  To clean or replace the glass liner Figure 85. SSLBKF Injector: Glass Liner Replacement Septum Cap Ring Nut Septum Holder/Liner Cap with Septum Liner Seal (O-ring) Liner Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 126 Place the septum holder/ liner cap with the septum on the body head of the injector and fix it by screwing the ring nut. b. Screw and tighten the septum cap to finger-tight. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 127: Replacing A Sslbkf Broken Liner

    Figure 86. SSLBKF Injector: Broken Liner Replacement Septum Cap Ring Nut Septum Holder/Liner Cap with Septum Liner Seal Liner Base Seal Washer Retaining Nut Bottom Fittings Ferrule Capillary Column Retaining Nut Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 128 Place the septum holder/liner cap with the septum on the body head of the injector and fix them by screwing the ring nut. b. Screw and tighten the injector cap to finger-tight TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 129: Replacing The Sslbkf Carrier And Split Lines Filters

    To replace the active carbon filters on carrier gas line and split line Figure 87. SSLBKF Injector: Active Filters Replacement Split Gas Line Active Carbon Filter Carrier Gas Line Active Carbon Filter 1. Put the GC in standby condition. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 130: Replacing The Sslbkf Body Head O-Rings

    Replacing the SSLBKF Body Head O-Rings  To replace the body head o-rings Figure 88. SSLBKF Injector: Body Head O-Rings Replacement Body Head Internal O-ring (Carrier gas Line) Body Head External O-ring (Purge gas Line) TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 131 9. Close the module flap cover. 10. If present, move the autosampler towards the module to restore the original alignment. 11. Turn the carrier gas on. 12. Set the normal injector, detector, and GC working conditions. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 132: Maintaining A Gas Sampling Valve Injector (Gsv)

    It is good practice to re-install the relief pins if the valve is not used for a long time. For details refer to the instructions provided by the valve manufacturer. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 133: Connecting The Sample In And Out Lines

    Figure Figure 90. Protective Caps 1. By using the proper 1/8-in. tubing, nut and ferrule, connect the inlet sample line to the Sample In port on the GSV module. See Figure Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 134 2. By using the proper 1/8-in. tubing, nut and ferrule, connect the Sample OUT port on the GSV module to an exhaust system. See Figure Figure 92. GSV Sample Out Line Connection TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 135: Replacing The Carrier And Split Lines Filters

    6. Replace the filter. a. Remove the filter to replace from its seat by turning it counter-clockwise. b. Install the new filter, with o-rings, in its seat by turning it clockwise. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 136: Replacing The Sample Loop

    Use a 3/16-in.wrench to loosen the two nuts connecting the sample loop to the six–port valve. b. Remove the loop off the valve. c. Mount the new loop over the valve and tighten the nuts to the six-port valve. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 137 7. Close the module flap cover. 8. If present, move the autosampler towards the module to restore the original alignment. 9. Turn the carrier gas on. 10. Set the normal injector, detector, and GC working conditions. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 138: Maintaining An Instant Connect Helium Saver Injector (Hes-S/Sl)

    Figure 96. HeS-S/SL Module Components Split Line Vent Purge Line Vent Septum Cap Septum Holder/Liner Cap Ring Nut Carrier Gas Line Filter Split Gas Line Filter Helium Transfer Tube Insulation Cover Bottom Fittings TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 139 Injection port liner needs to be replaced or cleaned as it becomes dirty. See“Cleaning or Replacing the Glass Liner” page 112. Tip It is good practice to replace the septum every time you replace the glass liner. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 140 Note For maintaining or replacing any other component not listed in this section, see Chapter 6, “Injectors Advanced Maintenance.” • “Baking-out Contaminants from SSL, SSLBKF, HeS-S/SL, PTV, and PTVBKF Injectors” page 230 • “Cleaning the HeS-S/SL Injector Body” page 242 TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 141: Replacing The Septum

    Using tweezers, remove the septum from the septum holder. c. Avoid touching the septum with your fingers. Insert a new septum into the septum holder using tweezers. d. Screw and tighten the septum cap to finger-tight. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 142: Cleaning Or Replacing The Glass Liner

    1. Put the GC in standby condition. 2. Cool the oven and injector to room temperature. Note By pressing the Maintenance button, the GC cool down is automatically carried out. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 143 13. Close the module flap cover. 14. If present, move the autosampler towards the module to restore the original alignment. 15. Wait two or three minutes for helium to purge the inlet. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 144: Replacing The Carrier And Split Lines Filters

    4. Check that there is at least 20 mL/min split flow exiting the split line, then turn the column flow to Off in the GC user interface and allow the inlet to depressurize. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 145: Replacing The Body Head O-Rings

    Figure 101. HeS-S/SL Injector: Body Head O-Rings Replacement Body Head Internal O-ring (Carrier gas Line) Body Head External O-ring (Purge gas Line) 1. Put the GC in standby condition. 2. Cool the oven and injector to room temperature. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 146 12. Wait two or three minutes for helium to purge the inlet. 13. Turn the inlet flow back on and enable the inlet heater. 14. Set the normal injector, detector, and GC working conditions. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 147: Maintaining A Programmable Temperature Vaporizing Injector (Ptv)

    Figure 102. PTV Module Components Module Flap Cover Split Line Vent Purge Line Vent Carrier Line Filter Septum Cap Injector Head Assembly Injector Body Cooling Fan Split Line Filter Module Cover Insulator Cover Bottom Fittings Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 148 Replace the septum at least after every 200 injections, or every time a problem related to septum damage, or wear occurs. “Replacing the PTV Septum” page 120. • Cleaning or replacing the PTV liner Check the liner for contaminants, debris, breakage and proper installation. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 149 Septum Tweezers Glass liner Liner seal (O-ring) Ultrasonic cleaner Mixture 1:1 methanol/acetone Carrier gas line and/or split gas line active carbon filters 5.5 x 25 mm slotted stubby driver Silver seal Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 150: Replacing The Ptv Septum

    4. Put the autosampler away if present. 5. Open the module flap cover. 6. Replace the septum. a. Unscrew the septum cap of the injector. b. Using tweezers, remove the septum from the injector head assembly. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 151: Cleaning Or Replacing The Ptv Glass Liner

    2. Cool the oven and injector to room temperature. 3. Turn the carrier gas off, and wait for the carrier pressure to go to zero. Note By pressing the Maintenance button, the GC cool down is automatically carried out. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 152 Screw and tighten the septum cap to finger-tight. CAUTION Do not overtighten the septum cap because you might damage the septum and affect instrument performance. 12. Close the module flap cover. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 153: Replacing The Ptv Broken Liner

    1. Put the GC in standby condition. 2. Cool the oven and injector to room temperature. 3. Turn the carrier gas off, and wait for the carrier pressure to go to zero. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 154 11. Reinstall the top parts of the injector. a. Place the septum into the injector head assembly. CAUTION It is suggested to replace the septum with a new one. b. Screw and tighten the injector cap to finger-tight. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 155: Replacing The Ptv Carrier And Split Lines Filters

    It is not necessary to replace the filters together.  To replace the active carbon filters on carrier gas line and split line Figure 107. PTV Injector: Active Filters Replacement Carrier Gas Line Filter Split Gas Line Filter Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 156 1. Put the GC in standby condition. 2. Cool the oven and injector to room temperature. 3. Turn the carrier gas off, and wait for the carrier pressure to go to zero. Note By pressing the Maintenance button, the GC cool down is automatically carried out.

  • Page 157: Maintaining A Programmable Temperature Vaporizing Injector With

    Purge Line Vent Carrier Line Filter Septum Cap Injector Head Assembly Injector Body Cooling Fan Split Line Filter Module Cover Insulator Cover Bottom Fittings Backflush Line Backflush Line Fitting Fitting Cap, Backflush Line Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 158 • Replacing the PTVBKF septum Replace the septum at least after every 200 injections, or every time a problem related to septum damage, or wear occurs. “Replacing the PTVBKF Septum” page 130. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 159 Materials needed to maintain a PTVBKF injector Septum Tweezers Glass liner Liner seal (O-ring) Ultrasonic cleaner Mixture 1:1 methanol/acetone Carrier gas line and/or split gas line active carbon filters 5.5 x25 mm slotted stubby driver Silver seal Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 160: Replacing The Ptvbkf Septum

    Using tweezers, remove the septum from the injector head assembly. c. Avoid touching the septum with your fingers. Insert a new septum into the injector head assembly using tweezers. Screw and tighten the septum cap to finger-tight. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 161: Cleaning Or Replacing The Ptvbkf Glass Liner

    2. Cool the oven and injector to room temperature. 3. Turn the carrier gas off, and wait for the carrier pressure to go to zero. Note By pressing the Maintenance button, the GC cool down is automatically carried out. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 162 Screw and tighten the septum cap to finger-tight. CAUTION Do not overtighten the septum cap because you might damage the septum and affect instrument performance. 12. Close the module flap cover. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 163: Replacing The Ptvbkf Broken Liner

    1. Put the GC in standby condition. 2. Cool the oven and injector to room temperature. 3. Turn the carrier gas off, and wait for the carrier pressure to go to zero. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 164 11. Reinstall the top parts of the injector. a. Place the septum into the injector head assembly. CAUTION It is suggested to replace the septum with a new one. b. Screw and tighten the injector cap to finger-tight. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 165: Replacing The Ptvbkf Carrier And Split Lines Filters

    It is not necessary to replace the filters together.  To replace the active carbon filters on carrier gas line and split line Figure 113. PTVBKF Injector: Active Filters Replacement Carrier Gas Line Filter Split Gas Line Filter Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 166 7. Close the module flap cover. 8. If present, move the autosampler towards the module to restore the original alignment. 9. Turn the carrier gas on. 10. Set the normal injector, detector, and GC working conditions. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 167: Chapter 4 Performing Detectors Routine Maintenance

    Maintaining a Nitrogen Phosphorous Detector (NPD) • Maintaining a Thermal Conductivity Detector (TCD) • Maintaining an Electron Capture Detector (ECD) • Maintaining a Flame Photometric Detector (FPD) • Maintaining a Pulsed Discharge Detector (PDD) Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 168: Maintaining A Flame Ionization Detector (Fid)

    Figure 114 Figure 115. Figure 114. FID: Module Components Vent Polarizing Electrode Module Flap Cover Signal Cable Glow-plug Cable Glow-plug Detector Cell Assembly Detector Body Polarizing Cable Insulation Cover Bottom Fittings TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 169 To keep optimum performance of the FID, you must keep it clean and free of dust and deposits. Symptoms, such as reduced sensitivity and increased noise, indicate that the detector needs cleaning. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 170 Note For maintaining or replacing any other component not listed in this section, see Chapter 7, “Detectors Advanced Maintenance.” • “Removing/Replacing a Detector Module” page 262 • “Cleaning or Replacing the FID Jet” page 271 TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 171: Cleaning Or Replacing The Fid Collecting Electrode

    8. Disconnect the signal, glow-plug, and polarizing cables from their contacts on the cell. Figure 117. FID Cables Signal Cable Straight Plug Crimp Connector Socket Set Screw Glow-plug Polarizing Cable Straight Jack Connector Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 172 Pull out the quick coupling straight jack connector of the polarizing cable from the polarizing electrode bulkhead jack. d. Carefully move the cables in order to have free space for handling the detector. 9. Remove the top parts of the detector. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 173 Place the collecting electrode in the ultrasonic cleaner filled with liquid detergent. d. Sonicate the collecting electrode for about five minutes. e. Handling the collecting electrode with forceps or tweezers, rinse it using distilled water, then methanol. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 174: Replacing The Fid Ignition Glow-Plug

    Push down the power switch (breaker), located at the back of the instrument, to the position O. b. Unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and from the wall outlet. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 175 Loosen the glow-plug cable socket set screw using a T6 Torxhead screwdriver. Carefully pull out the terminal body of the glow-plug cable from the dowel pin on the glow-plug element. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 176 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 13. Turn the make-up gas on. 14. Set the normal detector working conditions. 15. Ignite the flame. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 177: Maintaining A Nitrogen Phosphorous Detector (Npd)

    Figure 123. NPD Module Components Signal Cable Thermionic Source Assembly Cable Thermionic Source Assembly Module Flap Cover NPD Thermionic Source Power Module Thermionic Source Assembly Vent Collecting Electrode Cable Bottom Fittings Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 178 To ensure optimum performance of the NPD, you must keep it clean and free of dust and deposits. Symptoms such as reduced sensitivity and increased noise indicate that detector cleaning, or thermionic source replacement could be necessary. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 179 Materials needed to maintain a NPD detector Thermionic Source Gloves Ultrasonic cleaner Liquid detergent GC-grade methanol Distilled water Collecting electrode (if necessary) Forceps or tweezers T6 Torxhead key T10 Torxhead screwdriver 6 mm wrench Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 180: Replacing The Npd Thermionic Source

    If other external modules are present, unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector of each module, and from the wall outlet. 7. Unplug the signal cable from the detector module. See Figure 126. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 181 Push and twist the lock so that the button slides up in the groove, then pull the cable ends apart. See Figure 127. Figure 127. NPD Thermionic Source Cable Removal Thermionic Source Assembly Cable Thermionic Source Assembly Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 182 Using a T6 Torxhead key, loosen the dowel which fix the thermionic source connector to the thermionic source support. See Figure 129. Figure 129. NPD Thermionic Source Removal (1) Thermionic Source Connector Thermionic Source Support Dowel TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 183 NPD body. Avoid bumping the bead on the sides of the collector. See Figure 131. Figure 131. NPD Thermionic Source Removal (3) Thermionic Source Connector Thermionic Source Flexible Cable Thermionic Source Assembly Thermionic Source Support NPD Body Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 184 Figure 133. Replace NPD Thermionic Source (2) Collecting Electrode Cable Collecting Electrode Straight Jack Connector 14. Reconnect the source assembly cable to the NPD thermionic source, and twist the ring to lock the connection. See Figure 134. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 185 The LED marked On of the NPD Thermionic Source Power Module becomes solid green. 21. With all gases on, heat the detector to 150 °C and hold for about 15 minutes. Increase the temperature to 250 °C and hold for 15 minutes. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 186: Cleaning Or Replacing The Npd Collecting Electrode

    7. Unplug the signal cable from the detector module. See Figure 136. Figure 136. Unplug NPD Signal Cable 8. Open the module flap cover. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 187 10. Unscrew and pull out the straight jack connector of the collecting electrode cable from the collecting electrode bulkhead jack. See Figure 138. Figure 138. Collecting Electrode Cable Removal Collecting Electrode Cable Collecting Electrode Straight Jack Connector Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 188 Figure 139. NPD Thermionic Source Removal (1) Thermionic Source Connector Thermionic Source Support Dowel b. Using the T10 Torxhead screwdriver, remove the three T10 Torx screws from the thermionic source assembly. See Figure 140. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 189 Figure 141. NPD Thermionic Source Removal (3) Thermionic Source Connector Thermionic Source Flexible Cable Thermionic Source Assemble Thermionic Source Support NPD Body Collecting Electrode Pin 12. Remove and clean the collecting electrode. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 190 Screw the straight plug crimp connector of the collecting electrode cable to the collecting electrode bulkhead jack. 14. Reinstall the thermionic source. a. Remove the protective cap covering the new thermionic source. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 191 Figure 144. Replace NPD Thermionic Source (2) Collecting Electrode Cable Collecting Electrode Straight Jack Connector 16. Reconnect the source assemble cable to the NPD cable and twist the ring to lock the connection. See Figure 145. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 192 22. Heat the detector at the working temperature. 23. Switch on the thermionic source. Hydrogen and air are automatically opened. The LED marked On of the NPD Thermionic Source Power Module becomes solid green. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 193: Maintaining A Thermal Conductivity Detector (Tcd)

    Cell Upper Insulating Cover Cell Lower Insulating Cover Bottom Fittings The same routine maintenance is applied to the In-Series Connection TCD Module. Figure 148. Figure 148. In-Series Connection TCD Module Vent Line Metal Tubing Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 194: Bake-Out Procedure

    Filament temperature should also be increased to approximate the setpoint of the bake-out temperature. If a 24-hour bake-out is not sufficient to remove the contamination, the unit must be returned to the factory for disassembly and cleaning. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 195: Measuring The Carrier Gas Flow Rate

    To shut down the detector at the end of the analytical cycle: 1. Turn off the filaments. 2. Reduce the carrier gas flow to 50% of the normal operating flow to conserve gas supplies. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 196: Maintaining An Electron Capture Detector (Ecd)

    We suggest cleaning the collecting electrode annually or when a high noise baseline is found producing detector contamination. Replace the collecting electrode if necessary. “Cleaning or Replacing the Collecting Electrode (Anode)” page 169. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 197 US Specific Label License Canada License Exclusively for ECD detector module used in China, the Caution Radioactive Material Ni63 labels are replaced by the followings: Caution Radioactive Material Labels for China Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 198: Detector Chemical Contamination

    If irreversible contamination of the cell is suspected please contact your local Thermo Fisher Scientific Technical Service office. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 199: Wipe Test

    6. Open the module flap cover. 7. Disconnects the signal and excitation cables from their contacts on the cell top cover. Figure 152. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 200 Unscrew the screw plug with its seal hiding the collecting electrode (anode) using the T20 Torxhead screwdriver. b. Using a little flathead screwdriver, unscrew and remove the collecting electrode (anode). See Figure 153. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 201 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector on the back of the GC, and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 14. Set the make-up gas on. 15. Set the normal detector working conditions. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 202: Maintaining A Flame Photometric Detector (Fpd)

    FPD Jet Aluminium O-Ring FPD Detector Base Body Module Flap Cover Module Cover Note The signal, excitation voltage, and ignition/heating cables will be not shown in the next illustrations for graphic convenience. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 203 Figure 156. FPD Detector Assembly Components Detector Cell Photomultiplier Assembly Chimney Cap Photomultiplier Tube Housing Photomultiplier Tube Holder Knurled Nut FPD Blocking Nut Mirror Plug Assembly Ignition/heating Cable Connection Signal Cable Connection Excitation Voltage Cable Connection Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 204 Photomultiplier Assembly Cover Mirror Plug Graphite Seal Detector Body Chimney Cap Chimney Flame-side Heat Shield Graphite Seal Spacer Flange Filter-side Heat Shield ® Viton O-ring Filter Support ® Viton O-ring Interferential Filter TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 205 CAUTION When handling organic solvents you must take precautions to avoid health hazards. Materials needed to maintain a FPD detector FPD fixing tool Gloves Ultrasonic cleaner Liquid detergent GC-grade methanol Distilled water Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 206: Installing The Fpd Detector

    2. Place the FPD on the detector base body, ensuring that the aluminium ring has been inserted in the correct position. Tighten the fixing nut by using the FPD fixing tool. Figure 158. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 207 3. Carefully, connect the signal, excitation voltage, and ignition/heating cables, coming from the FPD control module, to the FPD detector. See Figure 159. Figure 159. FPD Cables Connection Ignition/Heating Cable Signal Cable Excitation Voltage Cable Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 208: Removing The Fpd Detector

    Ignition/Heating Cable Signal Cable Excitation Voltage Cable b. Using the tool provided with the system, loosen the fixing nut on the base of the detector and remove it. See Figure 161. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 209: Cleaning Or Replacing The Fpd Jet

    Unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and from the wall outlet. 5. If other external modules are present, unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector of each module, and from the wall outlet. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 210 Using the tool provided with the system, loosen the fixing nut on the base of the detector and remove it. See Figure 163. Figure 163. FPD Detector Removal FPD Fixing Nut Aluminium Ring TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 211 8. Reinstall the FPD detector on the base. a. Place the detector on its base body, ensuring that the aluminium ring has been inserted in the correct position, then tighten the fixing nut. See Figure 166. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 212 Figure 167. FPD Cables Connection 9. If other external modules are present, plug the power cable to the AC Input connector of each module, and to the wall outlet. 10. Power on the GC. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 213: Cleaning Or Replacing The Fpd Interferential Filter

    5. If other external modules are present, unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector of each module, and from the wall outlet. 6. Disconnect the signal, excitation voltage, and ignition/heating cables from the detector. Figure 168. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 214 On. Make sure the power supply has been switched off before disconnecting the tube from the detector body. b. Remove the interferential filter from its housing, handling it very gently. Keep it using a clean paper towel. See Figure 170. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 215 9. Reassembly the filter and the photomultiplier assembly. a. Insert the cleaned filter or a new filter into its housing. The mirror face must be oriented towards the flame. See Figure 171. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 216 Reassembly the photomultiplier assembly and the detector body, then fix them together tightening the knurled nut. See Figure 172. Figure 172. Photomultiplier Assembly Remounting 10. Reconnect the signal, excitation voltage and ignition/heating cables to the detector. Figure 173. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 217: Replacing The Fpd Ignition Glow-Plug

    Push down the power switch (breaker), located at the back of the instrument, to the position O. b. Unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and from the wall outlet. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 218 Using the tool provided with the system, loosen the fixing nut on the base of the detector and remove it. See Figure 175. Figure 175. FPD Detector Removal FPD Fixing Nut Aluminium Ring TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 219 The glow-plug is now accessible. See Figure 177. Figure 177. Detector Body Dismounting (2) Right Cover Insulating Material Insulating Material Left Cover Glow-plug Cable Terminal body 8. Replace the defective glow-plug. See Figure 178. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 220 10. Reinstall the FPD detector on the base. a. Place the detector on its base body, ensuring that the aluminium ring has been inserted in the correct position, then tighten the fixing nut. See Figure 180. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 221 Figure 181. FPD Cables Connection 11. If external modules are present, plug the power cable to the AC Input connector of each external module, and to the wall outlet. 12. Power on the GC. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 222 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 13. Set the normal detector working conditions. 14. Ignite the flame. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 223: Maintaining A Pulsed Discharge Detector (Pdd)

    WARNING Under no circumstances should the detector be disassembled. The components of the detector are assembled with special tooling and held under considerable force. Disassembling of the detector may present a safety hazard and will result in its destruction. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 225: Chapter 5 Gc Main Frame Advanced Maintenance

    GC Main Frame Advanced Maintenance This chapter describes TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 GC components that do not require routine maintenance, but they need to be removed or replaced. Contents • Removing/Replacing the GC Top Cover • Removing/Replacing the GC Left Side Panel •...

  • Page 226: Removing/Replacing The Gc Top Cover

    6. Remove the cover. a. Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, unscrew the four screws that held it in place. Figure 182 Figure 183. Figure 182. Top Cover Removal (1) Top Cover Screws TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 227: Removing/Replacing The Gc Left Side Panel

    1. Put the GC in standby condition. 2. Cool the oven, injectors and detectors to room temperature. Note By pressing the Maintenance button, the GC cool down is automatically carried out. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 228 Open the front door of the GC. Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, unscrew the left side panel screw from the interior front panel. See Figure 184. Figure 184. Left Side Panel Fixing Screw TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 229: Removing/Replacing The Gc Right Side Panel

    Push down the power switch (breaker), located at the back of the instrument, to the position O. b. Unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and from the wall outlet. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 230 Slide the panel towards the back of the instrument up to the stop. c. Remove the panel pulling it outwards being aware that the ground wire is attached to the panel. See Figure 187. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 231: Removing/Replacing The Gc Back Cover

    Push down the power switch (breaker), located at the back of the instrument, to the position O. b. Unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and from the wall outlet. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 232 Back Cover Fixing Screws b. Lift the cover off using the cover handle. Be aware that the ground wire is attached to the back cover. See Figure 189. Figure 189. Back Cover TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 233: Removing/Replacing The Gc Front Door Cover

    5. Remove the door cover. a. Open the front door and look for the fixing screws that secure the cover and the door handle to the door. See Figure 190. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 234 Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver remove the screw that secure the door handle to the front door. c. Pull the door handle out from the front door. See Figure 191. IMPORTANT Save the door handle because it must be reused. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 235 Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver remove the three upper and the three lower screws that secure the cover to the front door. See Figure 192. Note The lower screw on the lower right corner is screwed into a spacer. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 236 See Figure 193. Figure 193. Front Door Removal Door Cover Front Door Disconnect the cables from the connector located on the front of the door. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 237 TRACE 1310. Figure 194. TRACE 1300 Front Door Cables Removal Flat Cables Figure 195. TRACE 1310 Front Door Cables Removal Flat Cable Ground Cable 6. Replace the cover proceeding in the reverse order in which it was removed.

  • Page 238: Removing/Replacing The Electronic Module

    5. Unplug the cables connected to the external interface of the Electronic Module. 6. Remove the autosampler if present. 7. Remove the top cover. a. Use a T20 Torxhead screwdriver to remove the screws at the sides of the top cover. Figure 196. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 239 Figure 196. Top Cover Removal (1) Top Cover Fixing Screws b. Slide the top panel toward the back of the instrument and lift it off. See Figure 197. Figure 197. Top Cover Removal (2) Electronic Module Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 240 Push down the module. Be sure to plug the terminal contacts of the mother board into the two slots of the backplane board. See Figure 199 Figure 200. Figure 199. Electronic Module Replacement (1) Mother Board Connectors Backplane Board Connectors TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 241: Replacing The Oven Heater Baffle

    Removing the oven heater requires replacing the complete oven heater baffle. This includes the plate, heaters, and temperature sensor. WARNING This operation must be carried out by authorized and trained Thermo Fisher Scientific Service Field Engineers. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 242 Lift the cover off using the cover handle. Be aware that the ground wire is attached to the back panel. Note Pay attention to the positioning of the ground wire plug, so it can be reconnected in the same way it was removed. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 243 • The temperature sensor wire is plugged into the connector marked J4 (Oven PT100) • The heater wires are plugged into the connector J23, J24, and J25 (Oven Heater). The pipes are plugged by insulation material. See Figure 203. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 244 However, be sure that it is centered in the oven over the blower wheel. This will ensure that whenever the GC is turned on, the blower wheel will not be touching the heater element mounted to the oven heater baffle. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 245: Replacing The Oven Heater Temperature Sensor

    Push down the power switch (breaker), located at the back of the instrument, to the position O. b. Unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and from the wall outlet. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 246 6. Remove the oven heater baffle. The oven heater baffle is attached to the oven wall by four adjustable tabs. These tabs are attached to the oven heater baffle with four Torx screws. See Figure 205. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 247 • The heater wires are plugged into the connector J23, J24, and J25 (Oven Heater). The pipes are plugged by insulation material. See Figure 206. Figure 206. Pipes Backplane Board Pipes Oven Motor Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 248 Guide the heater and temperature sensor wires through the pipes provided on the oven back wall. b. Reconnect the temperature sensor and heater wires to the relevant connector J4, J23, J24, and J25 on the backplane board. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 249: Replacing The Oven Motor

    WARNING This operation must be carried out by authorized and trained Thermo Fisher Scientific Service Field Engineers.  To replace the oven motor 1. Put the GC in standby condition. 2. Cool the oven, injectors and detectors to room temperature. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 250 Note Pay attention to the positioning of the ground wire plug, so it can be reconnected in the same way it was removed. 6. Remove the analytical column. a. Open the front door of the GC. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 251 • The temperature sensor wire is plugged into the connector marked J4 (Oven PT100) • The heater wires are plugged into the connector J23, J24, and J25 (Oven Heater). The pipes are plugged by insulation material. See Figure 210. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 252 The oven blower fan is attached to the shaft of the oven blower motor with an Allen screw. See Figure 211. Figure 211. Oven Blower Fan Set Screw Oven Blower Fan TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 253 Three shoulder washers are installed on each side of the grommets. a. Remove the all of the shoulder washers from the old blower motor. b. Place three of the shoulder washers over the mounting studs located on the back oven wall. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 254 Replace the cover proceeding in the reverse order in which it was removed. 15. If external modules are present, plug the power cable to the AC Input connector of each external module, and to the wall outlet. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 255: Replacing The Flap Motor

    5. Remove the back cover. a. Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, remove the four screws that secure the back cover to the GC. See Figure 213. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 256 Slide the panel towards the back of the instrument. Tilt the top of the right panel outwards. d. Continue to slide the panel towards the back of the GC and lift it off. 8. Remove the cooling duct. See Figure 214. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 257 11. Align the flat side of the motor shaft with the Allen screw. 12. Reassemble the flap motor and cooling duct assembly in the reverse order in which it was removed. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 258 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 17. Set the normal injector, detector and GC working conditions. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 259: Chapter 6 Injectors Advanced Maintenance

    Injectors Advanced Maintenance This chapter describes TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 injector modules that do not require routine maintenance, but troubleshooting may indicate they need to be cleaned or replaced. Contents • Baking-out Contaminants from SSL, SSLBKF, HeS-S/SL, PTV, and PTVBKF Injectors •...

  • Page 260: Baking-Out Contaminants From Ssl, Sslbkf, Hes-S/Sl, Ptv, And Ptvbkf Injectors

    7. Set the oven temperature 25 °C above the GC method final oven temperature to bake contaminants from the column. Do not exceed the column manufacturer’s maximum temperature limit. 8. Bake-out for 30 minutes or until the detector baseline is free of contamination peaks. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 261: Removing/Replacing An Injector Module

    Figure 216. Example of Injector Module Captive Fixing Screws Module Flap Cover Lifting Handle Figure 217. Replacing a Front Injector Module Example of Injector Module Figure 218. Replacing a Back Injector Module Example of Injector Module Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 262 Place the module on a clean surface. WARNING Make sure the o-ring is placed into its seat on the gas connection plate. Do not install the module if the o-ring is missing. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 263 10. Open the gas supplies. 11. Check the gas supply for leaks. a. Use a handheld electronic leak detector (Thermo Scientific GLD Pro leak detector or equivalent) to check each fitting for leaks. b. If you detect a leak, tighten the connection, and retest it.

  • Page 264: Cleaning The Ssl Injector Body

    Unscrew the capillary column retaining nut, then remove the analytical column with its ferrule from the bottom of the injector. b. Unscrew the retaining nut with the washer and the base seal. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 265 Place and keep all the removed components on a clean surface. 10. Remove the injector body. See Figure 220. a. Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, undo the two injector body fixing screws, and extract the injector body from its housing. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 266 12. Reinstall the injector body. a. Reinstall and fix the injector body into its housing by screwing the two fixing screws. b. Using tweezers, replace both the internal and external body head o-rings. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 267 16. Close the module flap cover. 17. If present, move the autosampler towards the module to restore the original alignment. 18. Turn the carrier gas on. 19. Set the normal oven and injector working conditions. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 268: Cleaning The Sslbkf Injector Body

    Unscrew the capillary column retaining nut, then remove the analytical column with its ferrule from the bottom of the injector. b. Unscrew the retaining nut with the washer and the base seal. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 269 Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, undo the two injector body fixing screws, and extract the injector body from its housing. Note Do not remove the carrier, split, and purge lines’ o-rings. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 270 Using tweezers, replace both the internal and external body head o-rings. 13. Reinstall the bottom parts of the injector. a. Reinstall the retaining nut with the washer and the base seal. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 271 16. Close the module flap cover. 17. If present, move the autosampler towards the module to restore the original alignment. 18. Turn the carrier gas on. 19. Set the normal oven and injector working conditions. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 272: Cleaning The Hes-S/Sl Injector Body

    Use tweezers to remove the liner with the liner seal from the injector. 8. Remove the analytical column. a. Unscrew the capillary column retaining nut, then remove the analytical column with its ferrule from the bottom of the injector. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 273 Figure 224. Instant Connect Helium Saver Injector Module: Cleaning the Injector Body (2) Gas Delivery Block Helium Transfer Tube 10. Remove the body head o-rings. See Figure 225. a. Using tweezers, remove both the internal and external body head o-rings. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 274 Blow dry the insert using high purity gas (do not use compressed house air as it contains residual oils from the compressor) then assemble in the reverse order of removal. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 275 20. Wait two or three minutes for helium to purge the inlet. 21. Turn the inlet flow back on and enable the inlet heater. 22. Set the normal injector, detector, and GC working conditions. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 276: Cleaning The Ptv Injector Head Assembly

    Using tweezers, remove the septum from the top of the injector head assembly. 8. Remove the liner. See Figure 226. a. Using the slotted stubby driver provided, unscrew and remove the liner cap. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 277 The fan is fixed on a support. Do not remove the fan from its support but remove the assembly proceeding as follows: a. Using tweezers and a T10 Torxhead screwdriver, unscrew the left fixing screw of the support, then unscrew the right fixing screw. See Figure 227. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 278 Figure 228. PTV Module: Fan Assembly Removal (1) Slot c. Carefully extract the fan assembly from its seat, and place it sideways to the module. Be sure to not damage the two wires. See Figure 229. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 279 See Figure 230. Figure 230. PTV Injector Head Assembly Top Injector Head Assembly Fixing Screws Bottom Injector Head Assembly Captive Screw Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 280 Extract the assembly sideways from its housing. See Figure 232. Note Do not remove the carrier, split, and purge lines’ o-rings on the plate. Figure 232. PTV Injector Head Assembly Removal (2) TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 281 CAUTION Do not overtighten the septum cap because you might damage the septum and affect instrument performance. 16. Close the module flap cover. 17. If present, move the autosampler towards the module to restore the original alignment. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 282 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 21. Set the normal oven, injectors, and detectors working conditions. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 283: Cleaning The Ptvbkf Injector Head Assembly

    Figure 233. a. Unscrew the septum cap of the injector. b. Using tweezers, remove the septum from the top of the injector head assembly. 9. Remove the liner. See Figure 233. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 284 Using tweezers, and a T10 Torxhead screwdriver, unscrew and remove the left fixing screw of the support, then unscrew and remove the right fixing screw. See Figure 234. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 285 Figure 235. PTVBKF Module: Fan Assembly Removal (1) Slot c. Carefully extract the fan assembly from its seat, and place it sideways to the module. Be sure to not damage the two wires. See Figure 236. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 286 See Figure 237. Figure 237. PTVBKF Injector Head Assembly Top Injector Head Assembly Fixing Screws Bottom Injector Head Assembly Captive Screw TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 287 Extract the assembly sideways from its housing. See Figure 239. Note Do not remove the carrier, split, and purge lines’ o-rings on the plate. Figure 239. PTVBKF Injector Head Assembly Removal (2) Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 288 CAUTION Do not overtighten the septum cap because you might damage the septum and affect instrument performance. 17. Close the module flap cover. 18. If present, move the autosampler towards the module to restore the original alignment. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 289 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 22. Set the normal oven, injectors, and detectors working conditions. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 290 Injectors Advanced Maintenance Cleaning the PTVBKF Injector Head Assembly TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 291: Chapter 7 Detectors Advanced Maintenance

    Detectors Advanced Maintenance This chapter describes TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 detector modules that do not require routine maintenance, but troubleshooting may indicate they need to be cleaned or replaced. Contents • Removing/Replacing a Detector Module • Measuring the FID Gas Flows •...

  • Page 292: Removing/Replacing A Detector Module

    Figure 240. Example of Detector Module Captive Fixing Screws Module Flap Cover Lifting Handle Figure 241. Replacing a Front Detector Module Example of Detector Module Figure 242. Replacing a Back Detector Module Example of Detector Module TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 293 WARNING Make sure all the four o-rings are placed into their seats on the gas connection. Do not install the module if the o-rings are missing. 8. Replace the detector module. a. Open the module flap cover. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 294 10. Open the gas supplies. 11. Check the gas supply for leaks. a. Use a handheld electronic leak detector (Thermo Scientific GLD Pro leak detector or equivalent) to check each fitting for leaks. b. If you detect a leak, tighten the connection and retest it.

  • Page 295: Measuring The Fid Gas Flows

    Forceps or tweezers T10 Torxhead screwdriver Measuring Tool - Flowmeter Adapter Electronic flowmeter (Thermo Scientific GFM Pro Flowmeter, or equivalent) 1. Put the GC in standby condition. 2. Turn the flame off. The fuel gases, hydrogen, and air, are automatically closed.
  • Page 296 Pull out the quick coupling straight jack connector of the polarizing cable from the polarizing electrode bulkhead jack. d. Carefully move the cables in order to have free space for handling the detector. 9. Remove the top parts of the detector. See Figure 245. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 297 Using forceps or tweezers, carefully extract the collecting electrode, the insulator ring and the collector insulator through the top of the detector cell. Place all the parts removed on a clean surface. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 298 Push the measuring tool downwards until it stops. Figure 246. FID Gases Measuring Tool Male Hose Adapter Measuring Tool c. Screw the detector cap onto the measuring tool. See Figure 247. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 299 13. Measure the gas flow rate. a. Open the GC user interface. b. Turn the Hydrogen flow On. Measure the gas flow and verify that the actual flow rate corresponds to the setpoint value. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 300 Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 21. Turn the make-up gas on. 22. Set the normal oven and detector working conditions. 23. Ignite the flame. The fuel gases, hydrogen and air, are automatically opened. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 301: Cleaning Or Replacing The Fid Jet

    6. Open the module flap cover. 7. Disconnect the signal, glow-plug, and polarizing cables from their contacts on the cell top cover. See Figure 249 Figure 250. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 302 Carefully move the cables in order to have free space for handling the detector. 8. Remove the top parts of the detector. See Figure 251. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 303 Using forceps or tweezers, carefully extract the collecting electrode, the insulator ring, and the collector insulator through the top of the detector cell. Place all the parts removed on a clean surface. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 304 10. Remove, clean, and reinstall the jet. a. Use the elbowed box wrench for unscrewing and extracting the jet through the detector body. See Figure 253. Figure 253. FID Jet (2) TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 305 Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 16. Turn the make-up gas on. 17. Set the normal detector working conditions. 18. Ignite the flame. The fuel gases, hydrogen. and air, are automatically opened. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 306: Measuring The Npd Gas Flows

    T10 Torxhead screwdriver 6 mm wrench Measuring Tool Flowmeter Adapter Electronic flowmeter (Thermo Scientific GFM Pro Flowmeter, or equivalent) 1. Put the GC in standby condition. 2. Switch off the thermionic source. Hydrogen and air are automatically closed. 3. Cool the detector to room temperature.
  • Page 307 Push and twist the lock so that the button slides up in the groove, then pull the cable ends apart. 10. Unscrew and pull out the straight jack connector of the collecting electrode cable from the collecting electrode bulkhead jack. See Figure 256. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 308 Using a T6 Torxhead key, loosen the dowel which fix the thermionic source connector to the thermionic source support. See Figure 257. Figure 257. NPD Thermionic Source Removal (1) Thermionic Source Connector Thermionic Source Support Dowel TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 309 NPD body. Avoid bumping the bead on the sides of the collector. See Figure 259. Figure 259. NPD Thermionic Source Removal (3) Thermionic Source Connector Thermionic Source Flexible Cable Thermionic Source Assemble Thermionic Source Support NPD Body Collecting Electrode Pin Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 310 WARNING The collector insulator must be stored somewhere it can stay clean. 13. Insert the NPD gases measuring tool. See Figure 261. Figure 261. NPD Gases Measuring Tool (1) Male Hose Adapter Measuring Tool TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 311 Measure the gas flow and verify that the actual flow rate corresponds to the setpoint value. g. Turn the Makeup Off. 15. Remove the flowmeter adapter measuring tool from the detector body proceeding in the reverse order in which it was installed. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 312 Figure 263. Reinstall Thermionic Source (1) Correct Alignment Dowel 18. Reconnect and screw the straight jack connector of the collecting electrode cable to the collecting electrode bulkhead jack. See Figure 264. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 313 Figure 265. Reinstall Thermionic Source (3) 20. Close the module flap cover. 21. Plug in the signal cable into its contact on the detector module. See Figure 266. Figure 266. Plug NPD Signal Cable Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 314 25. Heat the detector the working temperature. 26. Switch on the thermionic source. Hydrogen and air are automatically opened. The LED marked On of the NPD Thermionic Source Power Module becomes solid green. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 315: Cleaning Or Replacing The Npd Jet

    7. If present, move the autosampler away from the module. 8. Unplug the signal cable from the detector module. See Figure 267. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 316 Push and twist the lock so that the button slides up in the groove, then pull the cable ends apart. 11. Unscrew and pull out the straight jack connector of the collecting electrode cable from the collecting electrode bulkhead jack. See Figure 269. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 317 Using a T6 Torxhead key, loosen the dowel which fixes the thermionic source connector to the thermionic source support. See Figure 270. Figure 270. NPD Thermionic Source Removal (1) Thermionic Source Connector Thermionic Source Support Dowel Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 318 NPD body. Avoid bumping the bead on the sides of the collector. See Figure 272. Figure 272. NPD Thermionic Source Removal (3) Thermionic Source Connector Thermionic Source Flexible Cable Thermionic Source Assemble Thermionic Source Support NPD Body Collecting Electrode Pin TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 319 WARNING The collector insulator must be stored somewhere it can stay clean. b. Use the elbowed box wrench for unscrewing and extracting the jet through the detector body. Figure 274. Jet Removal Insulator Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 320 Figure 275. Reinstall Thermionic Source (1) Correct Alignment Dowel 18. Reconnect and screw the straight jack connector of the collecting electrode cable to the collecting electrode bulkhead jack. See Figure 276. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 321 21. Plug in the signal cable into its contact on the detector module. See Figure 278. Figure 278. Plug NPD Signal Cable 22. If present, move the autosampler towards the module to restore the original alignment. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 322 25. Turn the make-up gas on. 26. Heat the detector the working temperature. 27. Switch on the thermionic source. Hydrogen and air are automatically opened. The LED marked On becomes solid green. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 323: Measuring The Fpd Gas Flows

    Forceps or tweezers T10 Torxhead screwdriver Measuring Tool Flowmeter Adapter Electronic flowmeter (Thermo Scientific GFM Pro Flowmeter, or equivalent) 1. Put the GC in standby condition. 2. Turn the flame off. The fuel gases, hydrogen, and air, are automatically closed.
  • Page 324 11. Remove the blind cap from the bottom of the detector. 12. Reconnect the column end into the bottom of the detector. 13. Ignite the flame. The fuel gases, hydrogen and air, are automatically opened. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 325: Cleaning Or Replacing The Fpd Mirror Metal Plug

    6. Remove the FPD detector from the base. a. Disconnect the signal, excitation voltage, and ignition/heating cables from the detector. See Figure 280. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 326 See Figure 281. Figure 281. FPD Detector Removal FPD Fixing Nut Aluminium Ring Note Do not lose the aluminium ring inserted between the detector head and the base body. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 327 Insert the cleaned or a new mirror plug in the detector body and fix it with the relevant Allen screws. See Figure 283. Figure 283. FPD Mirror Plug Remounting 10. Reinstall the FPD detector on the base. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 328 Figure 284. Figure 284. FPD Detector Reinstallation FPD Fixing Nut Aluminium Ring b. Reconnect the signal, excitation voltage and ignition/heating cables to the detector. Figure 285. Figure 285. FPD Cables Connection TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 329 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 13. Set the normal working conditions. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 330: Cleaning Or Replacing The Fpd Filter-Side Heat Shields

    6. Remove the FPD detector from the base. a. Disconnect the signal, excitation voltage, and ignition/heating cables from the detector. See Figure 286. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 331 See Figure 287. Figure 287. FPD Detector Removal FPD Fixing Nut Aluminium Ring Note Do not lose the aluminium ring inserted between the detector head and the base body. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 332 Remove the interferential filter from its housing, handling it very gently. Keep it using a clean paper towel. See Figure 289. Figure 289. Filter Removal CAUTION Filters are fragile. Pay attention not to let the filter fall down and damage. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 333 Pay attention not to lose the o-ring inserted in the filter support. Figure 291. Filter-side Heat Shield Removal (2) Filter-Side Heat Shield ® Viton O-Ring 9. Insert a new filter-side heat shield. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 334 10. Remount the filter and the photomultiplier assembly. a. Reinsert the filter into the support. The mirror face must be oriented towards the flame. See Figure 294. Figure 294. Filter Remounting TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 335 11. Reinstall the FPD detector on the base. a. Place the detector on its base body, ensuring that the aluminium ring has been inserted in the correct position, then tighten the fixing nut. See Figure 296. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 336 Figure 297. Figure 297. FPD Cables Connection 12. If other external modules are present, plug the power cable to the AC Input connector of each module, and to the wall outlet. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 337 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 14. Set the normal working conditions. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 338: Cleaning Or Replacing The Fpd Flame-Side Heat Shields

    6. Remove the FPD detector from the base. a. Disconnect the signal, excitation voltage, and ignition/heating cables from the detector. See Figure 298. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 339 See Figure 299. Figure 299. FPD Detector Removal FPD Fixing Nut Aluminium Ring Note Do not lose the aluminium ring inserted between the detector head and the base body. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 340 Remove the interferential filter from its housing, handling it very gently. Keep it using a clean paper towel. See Figure 301. Figure 301. Filter Removal CAUTION Filters are fragile. Pay attention not to let the filter fall down and damage. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 341 Now you could access the flame-side heat shield, and the relevant graphite seal. See Figure 303. Figure 303. Filter-side Heat Shield Removal (1) Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 342 Remove with care traces of graphite due to the breaking of the seal. 10. Insert a new filter-side heat shield. See Figure 306. Figure 306. Filter-side Heat Shield Replacement (1) TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 343 Insert the filter support into the flange and fix it tightening the three Allen screws. Check the O-ring that fixes the heat shield is in place before tightening the screws. Figure 309. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 344 PN 19050786), first insert the filter, and then the spacer. Interferential Filter Spacer b. Reassembly the photomultiplier assembly and the detector body, then fix them together tightening the knurled nut. See Figure 311. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 345 See Figure 312. Figure 312. FPD Detector Reinstallation b. Reconnect the signal, excitation voltage and ignition/heating cables to the detector. Figure 313. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 346 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 15. Set the normal working conditions. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 347: Replacing The Fpd Photomultiplier Tube

    6. Remove the FPD detector from the base. a. Disconnect the signal, excitation voltage, and ignition/heating cables from the detector. See Figure 314. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 348 See Figure 315. Figure 315. FPD Detector Removal FPD Fixing Nut Aluminium Ring Note Do not lose the aluminium ring inserted between the detector head and the base body. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 349 During the extraction meets some resistance due to the presence of an o-ring inside the holder. See Figure 317. Figure 317. Photomultiplier Tube Housing Removal (2) Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 350 Replace the photomultiplier tube with a new one. Make sure to correctly insert the pins of the photomultiplier tube into the connector referring to the polarized position. See Figure 319. Figure 319. Connector Polarized Position Polarized Position TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 351 See Figure 321. Figure 321. Photomultiplier Tube Housing Reinstallation (2) c. Insert the two fixing screws into the corresponding fixing holes, then tighten the screws using a crosshead screwdriver. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 352 Place the detector on its base body, ensuring that the aluminium ring has been inserted in the correct position, then tighten the fixing nut. See Figure 323. Figure 323. FPD Detector Reinstallation TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 353 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 13. Set the normal working conditions. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 354 Detectors Advanced Maintenance Replacing the FPD Photomultiplier Tube TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 355: Chapter 8 Installing Optional Kits

    Installing Optional Kits This chapter describes how to install the optional kits available for the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310. See the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Spare Parts Guide for information about ordering the upgrade kits in this chapter. Contents •...

  • Page 356: Installing The Oven Exhaust Kit

    4. Place an end of each extensible aluminium tube on each air duct. 5. Connect the other end of the extensible aluminium tube to an exhausting device. Extensible Aluminium Tube Air Duct Slot 6. Set the normal GC working conditions. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 357: Installing The Merlin Microseal High Pressure Valve Kit

    PTVBKF injector following the instructions in the next operating procedures. • “To install the Merlin Microseal Valve kit on the SSL/SSLBKF and HeS-S/SL injector” page 328 • “To install the Merlin Microseal Valve kit on the PTV/PTVBKF injector” page 329 Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 358 Figure 326. SSL/SSLBKF and HeS-S/SL Injector: Septum Replacement Septum Cap Septum Septum Holder a. Unscrew and remove the septum cap. b. Using tweezers, remove the septum from the septum holder. 7. Install the Microseal valve on the injector. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 359 3. Turn the carrier gas off, and wait for the carrier pressure to go to zero. Note By pressing the Maintenance button, the GC cool down is automatically carried out. 4. Put the autosampler away if present. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 360 Septum Injector Head Assembly a. Unscrew the septum cap of the injector. b. Using tweezers, remove the septum from the injector head assembly. 7. Install the Microseal valve on the injector. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 361 8. Close the module flap cover. 9. If present, move the autosampler towards the module to restore the original alignment. 10. Turn the carrier gas on. 11. Set the normal injector, detector, and GC working conditions. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 362: Installing The Purge & Trap Adapter Kit On The Ssl/Sslbkf Injector

    Unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and from the wall outlet. 5. Remove the column end from the injector. a. Open the front door of the GC. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 363 8. Replace the module flap cover with the one’s provided. See Figure 331. Figure 331. Module Flap Cover for Purge & Trap Module Flap Cover 9. Reinstall the injector module into the main frame. a. Open the module flap cover. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 364 Holding the HS/SPME liner with tweezers place a new liner seal over the liner. c. Insert the liner into the injector and push it gently towards the bottom of the injector. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 365 & trap adapter using tweezers. See Figure 334. Figure 334. Purge & Trap Adapter (2) b. Place purge & trap adapter with the septum on the body head of the injector. Figure 335. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 366 See Figure 336. Figure 336. Purge & Trap Adapter (4) d. Screw and tighten the septum cap to finger-tight. See Figure 337. Figure 337. Purge & Trap Adapter (5) TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 367 18. Pressurize the module with the carrier gas. 19. Check for leaks. a. Use a handheld electronic leak detector (Thermo Scientific GLD Pro leak detector or equivalent) to check the two fitting for leaks. b. If you detect a leak, tighten the connection and retest it.

  • Page 368: Installing The Packed Column Adapters

    Install the column adapters following the instructions in the next operating procedures. • “To install the packed column adapters” page 339 • “To connect a new packed column to the injector and detector adapters” page 341 TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 369 Save the bottom parts of the SSL injector in a safe place because will be reused when you restore the original configuration for capillary columns. 6. Install the adapter on the bottom the injector interposing the washer. See Figure 340. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 370 Note Save the bottom parts of the detector in a safe place because will be reused when you restore the original configuration for capillary columns. a. Using the 1/2 wrench provided, unscrew the retaining nut from the bottom of the detector. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 371 Slide the column nut and the ferrules onto the packed column injector and detector ends in the order and direction as shown in the Figure 343 Figure 344. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 372 Set the oven and injector temperature to 50 °C. b. Allow the column to purge for few minutes. 6. Condition the column. The column must be conditioned before inserting it into the detector. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 373 Use the wrench to tighten the retaining nut. Use no more pressure than is necessary to obtain a good seal (1/4 to 1/2 turn). 9. End of the column installation. a. Close the front door of the GC. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 374: Installing The Hs Adapter Kit On The Ssl/Sslbkf Injector

    Unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and from the wall outlet. 5. Remove the column end from the injector and the detector. a. Open the front door of the GC. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 375 25-pin female connector on the injector seat of the injector housing. c. Use a T20 Torxhead screwdriver to tighten the three captive fixing screws without overtightening. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 376 Insert the liner into the injector and push it gently towards the bottom of the injector. 11. Install the HS adapter on the top of the injector. See Figure 348. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 377 Figure 350. Figure 350. HS Adapter (3) c. Guide the ring nut on the HS adapter with the septum, then fix it by screwing in the ring nut. See Figure 351. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 378 HS adapter by using the proper nut and ferrule. See Figure 352. Figure 352. HS Adapter (5) 14. Screw and finger-tighten the septum cap provided. See Figure 353 Figure 353. HS Adapter (6) TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 379 30 mm above the end of the ferrule. e. Insert the notched septum on the column to hold the retaining nut at this position. Thread the retaining nut into the injector but do not tighten. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 380 GC inlet is pressurized, and the column is not plugged. If there is still no flow, consult the section Analytical Troubleshooting in the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 User Guide, or contact the Technical Support. c. Allow the column to purge for few minutes.
  • Page 381 Note For the most reproducible results, you should conduct a more detailed column evaluation. However, the following steps, while recommended, are not required. g. Start column evaluation. At the end of the routine, a message will indicate that evaluation was successful. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 382 WARNING-BURN HAZARD: The injector, detector, oven, and transfer line may be hot. Allow them to cool to room temperature before touching them. b. Unwind the column enough to easily connect its ends to the injector and the detector. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 383 PDD cell for the correct length. 26. End of the column installation. a. Close the front door of the GC. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 384: Installing The Large Volume Splitless Kit

    4. Put the autosampler away if present. 5. Open the module flap cover 6. Replace the filters with the dummy filters. a. Remove both the filters from their seats by turning them counter-clockwise. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 385 7. Replace the current liner installed into the Split/Splitless injector with the dedicated splitless liner. 8. Close the module flap cover. 9. Install the uncoated precolumn. a. Open the oven door. b. Disconnect the analytical column from the bottom of the injector. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 386 11. Close the oven door. 12. If present, move the autosampler towards the module to restore the original alignment. 13. Turn the carrier gas on. 14. Set the injector, detector, and GC working conditions. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 387: Installing The Manual On/Off Valve For Single Gas Line

    Installing the Manual On/Off Valve for Single Gas Line Installing the Manual On/Off Valve for Single Gas Line This section provides instructions for installing the manual on/off toggle valve for single gas line kit (PN 19050756) on a GC gas inlet of your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310. Figure 357.
  • Page 388 7. Remove the nut and the ferrules provided from the valve inlet. Remove nut and ferrules 8. Connect the gas supply tube previously disconnected (see the step 4). Use a 7/16-in. wrench for tightening the fittings. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 389 9. Turn the carrier gas on. 10. Open or close the flow of the supply gas turning the black handle of the valve up or down respectively. 11. Set the injectors, detectors, and GC working conditions. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 390: Connecting A Ssl/Ptv Backflush System

    This section provides instructions for connecting your SSLBKF/PTVBKF injector modules with precolumn and analytical capillary column into the oven. Refer to the chapters SSLBKF Injector Module and PTVBKF Injector Module in the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 User Guide. This system operates up to 300 °C.
  • Page 391 Threaded Shaft Tee Connector 4. Screw the Tee connector into clamp. Turn the threaded shaft until it protrudes the clamp, then turn the nut until it grip the clamp. See Figure 361. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 392 5. Replace the nut. 6. Tighten the nut until the mounting bracket is securely attached to the top and bottom of the GC oven. Figure 362 shows the result of the operation. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 393 To connect backflush line, precolumn, and capillary column The result of this operation is schematically shown in Figure 368. Figure 363. Connecting Backflush Line, Precolumn, and Capillary Column Precolumn Backflush Line Capillary Column Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 394 Cut 1 cm from the precolumn. c. Insert the precolumn into the injector and slide the ferrule up to the injector base.Insert the precolumn about 3 cm into the bottom of the injector. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 395 Finger-tighten the column retaining nut until it starts to grip the column. g. Use the 1/4-in. wrench to tighten the retaining nut. Use enough pressure necessary to obtain a good seal. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 396 Figure 365. Schematically Connection of a Second Backflush System Precolumn Backflush Line Capillary Column Precolumn Backflush Line Capillary Column Tip Turn the Tee connector as required to allow the installation of the two precolumns. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 397: Connecting A Ssl/Ptv Backflush System For High Temperature

    For the purpose, the kit PN 19050254 is required. Refer to the chapters SSLBKF Injector Module and PTVBKF Injector Module in the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 User Guide. This system operates at a temperature more than 300 °C.
  • Page 398 7. Tighten the nut until the mounting bracket is securely attached to the top and bottom of the GC oven. Figure 367. Mounting Bracket Installed in the GC Tee Connector Clamp TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 399 Tee connector during the installation of backflush line, precolumn, and capillary column.  To connect backflush line, precolumn, and capillary column The result of this operation is schematically shown in Figure 368. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 400 Shortly activate the backflush with carrier open to eliminate possible graphite pieces before connecting the Tee connector. c. Insert the backflush line into the Tee connector. d. Finger-tighten the retaining nut until it starts to grip the backflush line. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 401 Use the 6 mm wrench to tighten the retaining nut. Use enough pressure necessary to obtain a good seal without overtighten. 4. Connect the capillary column to the Tee connector and to the precolumn. Figure 369. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 402 Slide the retaining nit and the graphite ferrule onto the capillary column with the bevelled end facing the detector base. Be careful to avoid damaging the graphite ferrule when inserting the column. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 403: Connecting A Gsv Backflush System

    This sections provides instructions for connecting your Gas Sampling Valve module with precolumn and analytical capillary column into the oven of the TRACE 1300/1310 GC. Refer to the chapters Gas Sampling Valve (GSV) Module in the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 User Guide.
  • Page 404 Slide the 1/32-in. nut and the proper Vespel/Graphite ferrule onto the precolumn with the bevelled end facing towards the three-way connector. Always use a new ferrule of the correct diameter. c. Cut 1 cm from the precolumn end. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 405 Push the capillary column through the detector base according to the detector in use. g. Use the 1/4-in. wrench to tighten the retaining nut. h. Use enough pressure necessary to obtain a good seal without overtighten. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 406: Installing The Novent Microfluidics

    If no dummy module is present, and no vacant module position is present on either the TRACE 1300 or TRACE 1310 GC or on the optional gas valve oven (if you have one), you must take one of the existing and installed modules off in order to install the NoVent Microfluidics.
  • Page 407 Instead, reach around the right side or go to the back of the instrument and flip down the power switch. Figure 373. Finding the Vent Valve on the Mass Spectrometer Vacuum Interlock Shield Power Switch Vent Valve Knob Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 408 Gas Block Plug on Detector Seat O-rings Gas Connections Without Gas Block Plug WARNING Make sure all four o-rings are correctly seated on the gas connection. Do not install the module if the o-rings are missing. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 409: Installing The Mounting Bracket

    Bottom Holder 2. Push the top of the mounting bracket down. 3. Line up the bottom of the mounting bracket into two holes on the bottom side of the GC oven. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 410 7. Tighten the nut until the mounting bracket is securely attached to the top and bottom of the GC oven. Figure 376. Mounting Bracket Installed in the GC 8. Attach the Thermo Scientific™ microfluidics splitter to the mounting bracket. The microfluidics splitter snaps into place. The small hole should be positioned at the top. See Figure 377 for the correct orientation.

  • Page 411: Preparing The Novent Microfluidics Restrictor Tubing

    379. The tubing should extend just past the tool when pre-swaging the ferrule. After the ferrule is swaged, remove the tool and confirm the ferrule does not slide on the tubing. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 412 7. Use a scoring wafer to cut the tubing after inserting it through the ferrule. See Figure 382. Then use the SilFlow pre-swage tool to secure the ferrule into position. When done properly, the tubing will extend slightly past the tip of the ferrule. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 413 9. Use the SilFlow FingerTite tool to swage the ferrule to the tubing. Be sure to keep the tip of the fused silica bottomed out in the pre-swage tool. See Figure 384. Figure 384. Swaging the Ferrule Using the SilFlow FingerTite Tool SilFlow FingerTite Pre-Swage Tool Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 414: Attaching The Ferrule And Nut To The Gc Column

    It is important to use the pre-swage tool in order to prevent crushing the tip of the fused silica. See Figure 386. Figure 386. Cutting the Column with the Scoring Wafer TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 415: Attaching The New Tubing To The Transfer Line

    Vespel® ferrule.  To connect the column using the regular transfer line nut 1. Lower the oven temperature and allow it to cool. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 416 8. Use a scoring wafer to score and break the column. Use a magnifying glass to check for an even, flat cut. Repeat if necessary. 9. Use a 5/16 in. wrench to hold the column measuring tool steady. Figure 390. Column Measuring Tool TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 417 Figure 392. Positioning the Septum Transfer Line Column Measuring Tool Septum 14. Pull the column back from the transfer line nut. Do not move the septum from its position on the column. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 418 20. Position the column in the transfer line. Use the septum as a guide to measure the correct length you should insert the column. Be careful not to change the location of the septum on the column. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 419 Raise the oven temperature to the initial temperature that you will use. b. Turn on vacuum compensation on the GC. c. Twist the vent valve clockwise to close the valve. Be sure not to pin. the o-ring. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 420: Connecting The Capillaries To The Microfluidics Splitter

    d. If you are using hydrogen as a carrier gas, replace the front panel screw. e. Replace all remaining hydrogen safety screws if you are using hydrogen. 27. Power on the mass spectrometer. WARNING - FIRE HAZARD: If you are using hydrogen, do NOT reach over the top of the instrument to power it on.

  • Page 421: Configuring The Post-Column

    TRACE 1310 and a TRACE 1300.  To enter post-column settings on a TRACE 1310 1. On the home page of the TRACE 1310 touchscreen, click the Configuration icon. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 422 Installing Optional Kits Installing the NoVent Microfluidics Figure 398. Locating the Configuration Icon on the TRACE 1310 Touchscreen Configuration Icon 2. The default GC Configuration (Oven) screen opens. Click the Back Column or Front Column button, corresponding to where you installed the No-vent microfluidics.
  • Page 423 3. Click Column Setup in the Status pane. Figure 400. Xcalibur Roadmap Status Pane Column Setup 4. The Column Setup window opens. Check the Using Post-Column checkbox and enter the post-column length and ID. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 424: Using The Module

    The status LED lights up as solid green indicating that the solenoid valve is activated. The carrier gas flows into the mass spectrometer to avoid breaking vacuum. See Figure 403. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 425 Status LED On Switch on On Position When you have completed your tasks, flip the switch to the Off position. The status LED turns Off indicating the solenoid valve is deactivated. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 426: Installing A Ftir Make-Up Module

    Installing a FTIR Make-up Module This section provides instructions for installing the FTIR Make-up module on your TRACE 1300/1310 for the connection with the Thermo Scientific Nicolet iS50 FT-IR Spectrometer According to the configuration of your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310, a dummy module is present into the free site where the detector module is not installed.
  • Page 427 2. Cool the oven, injector, and detector to room temperature. Note By pressing the Maintenance button, the GC cool down is automatically carried out. 3. Close the gas supplies. 4. Power off the GC. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 428 Do not install the module if the o-rings are missing. 7. Open the front door of the GC. 8. Plug the FTIR Make-up module into the main frame. a. Open the module flap cover. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 429 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 13. Close the front door of the GC. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 430: Installing The Hot Injection Adapter Kit On The Ssl/Sslbkf Injector

    The Hot Injection Adapter consists of the following parts: head, short PTV liner, liner seal, and stem. See Figure 408. Figure 408. Hot Injector Adapter Assembly Head Liner Seal Short PTV Liner Stem TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 431 O. b. Unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and from the wall outlet. 6. Remove the column end from the injector. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 432 Note The fixing holes present on the top of the module flap cover can be used for making more stable a sampling device that requires to be seat directly on the injector. 10. Reinstall the injector module into the main frame. a. Open the module flap cover. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 433 12. Remove the liner and its seal. a. Use tweezer to remove the current liner with the liner seal (o-ring) from the injector. 13. Remove the injector body. See Figure 412. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 434 Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, undo the two injector body fixing screws, and extract the injector body from its housing. Note Do not remove the carrier, split, and purge lines o-rings. 14. Install the spacer plate. See Figure 413. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 435 15. Reinstall the injector body. See Figure 414. Figure 414. Injector Body Reinstallation a. Reinstall and fix the injector body into its housing by screwing the two fixing screws. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 436 Figure 334. Figure 416. Hot Injection Adapter (2) b. Guide the ring nut on the hot injection adapter with the septum, then fix it screwing the ring nut. See Figure 336. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 437 CAUTION Do not overtighten the septum cap because you might damage the septum and affect instrument performance. 17. Close the module flap cover. 18. Connect the hot injection adapter to the device for the sampling of gas. See the example Figure 419. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 438 22. Pressurize the module with the carrier gas. 23. Check for leaks. a. Use a handheld electronic leak detector (Thermo Scientific GLD Pro leak detector or equivalent) to check the two fitting for leaks. b. If you detect a leak, tighten the connection and retest it.

  • Page 439: Performing The Dual Fpd Detector Configuration

    • Remotion of the jet from the front detector control module. • Installation of the PT100 simulator, provided with the kit, on the detector base of the front detector control module. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 440 5. If other external modules are present, unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector of each module, and from the wall outlet. 6. Remove the FPD detectors from the base of the respective detector control module. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 441 See Figure 422. Figure 422. FPD Detector Removal FPD Fixing Nut Aluminium Ring Note Do not lose the aluminium ring inserted between the detector head and the base body. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 442 Remove the interferential filter from its housing, handling it very gently. Keep it using a clean paper towel. See Figure 424. Figure 424. Filter Removal CAUTION Filters are fragile. Pay attention not to let the filter fall down and damage. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 443 Now you could access the flame-side heat shield, and the relevant graphite seal. Loosen the Allen screws that fix the mirror plug and remove it. See Figure 426. Figure 426. Mirror Plug Removal Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 444 10. Insert the filter support and the flange assembly into the primary FPD detector. a. Insert the heat shield into its housing inside the detector body. b. Insert the spacer into the flange, letting it stand out for about 5 mm. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 445 GC-grade methanol before remounting. CAUTION If the filter installed is equipped with the spacer (see the kits PN 19050785 and PN 19050786), first insert the filter, and then the spacer. Interferential Filter Spacer Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 446 12. Remove the jet of the front detector control module. a. Using the 5 mm wrench provided with the GC, loosen the jet and remove it from the detector base body. See Figure 433. Figure 433. FPD Jet Removal TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 447 Place the detector on its base body, ensuring that the aluminium ring has been inserted in the correct position, then tighten the fixing nut. 15. Connect the cables to the FPD detectors. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 448 Restart the GC and set the working parameters 16. If other external modules are present, plug the power cable to the AC Input connector of each module, and to the wall outlet. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 449 Set the flow of the gases and the temperatures to Off. b. Set the PMT voltage for the secondary photomultiplier tube. 20. Turn on the Flame On parameter of the primary FPD detector. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 451: Adding Modules

    Adding Modules This chapter describes how to install any added injector, detector, external, module that is available for the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310. See the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Spare Parts Guide for information about ordering the equipment in this chapter.

  • Page 452: Adding A Ssl, Sslbkf, Ptv, Or Ptvbkf Injector Module

    This section provides instructions for adding a front/back SSL, SSLBKF, PTV, or PTVBKF injector module. According to the configuration of your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310, a dummy module is present into the free site where the injector module is not installed.
  • Page 453 Keeping the module flap cover open, place the module in its seat. Be sure to insert the 25-pin male connector, on the bottom of the module, into the 25-pin female connector on the injector seat of the injector housing. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 454 10. Open the gas supplies. 11. Check the gas supply for leaks. a. Use a handheld electronic leak detector (Thermo Scientific GLD Pro leak detector or equivalent) to check each fitting for leaks. b. If you detect a leak, tighten the connection and retest it.

  • Page 455: Adding A Gsv Injector Module

    Adding a GSV Injector Module This section provides instructions for adding a front/back Gas Sampling Valve injector module. According to the configuration of your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310, a dummy module is present into the free site where the injector module is not installed.
  • Page 456 Figure 439. Do not install the module if the o-ring is missing. 8. Open the front door of the GC. 9. Plug the Gas Sampling Valve module into the main frame. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 457 Note If you need the backflush, connect the backflush system into the GC oven following the instructions provided in the section Connecting the GSV Backflush System in Chapter 8 of the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual. 11. Close the front door of the GC.
  • Page 458 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 16. Open the module flap cover. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 459 18. For critical applications, where air diffusion must be the lowest possible, we suggest to replace the purge vent tubing with the longer one provided. See Figure 445. Figure 445. Purge Vent Tubing Purge Vent Tubing Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 460 Connect to the 24-in. long tubing from the Purge port on the valve body by using the proper nut and ferrule. 19. Close the module flap cover. 20. If present, move the autosampler towards the to restore the original alignment. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 461: Adding A Fid, Tcd/Tcd In-Series, Ecd, Or Fpd Detector Module

    Unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and from the wall outlet. 5. If external modules are present, unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector of each external module, and from the wall outlet. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 462 Do not install the module if the o-rings are missing. 7. Open the front door of the GC. 8. Plug the detector module into the main frame. a. Open the module flap cover. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 463 10. Open the gas supplies. 11. Check the gas supply for leaks. a. Use a handheld electronic leak detector (Thermo Scientific GLD Pro leak detector or equivalent) to check each fitting for leaks. b. If you detect a leak, tighten the connection and retest it.
  • Page 464 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker) to the position I. 14. Check the module gas connections for leaks. 15. Close the front door of the GC. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 465: Adding A Npd Detector Module

    Adding a NPD Detector Module This section provides instructions for adding a front/back NPD detector module. According to the configuration of your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310, a dummy module is present into the free site where the detector module is not installed. See Figure 448.
  • Page 466 5. If external modules are present, unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector of each external module, and from the wall outlet. 6. Remove the dummy module from the position where the detector module must be installed. a. Open the module flap cover. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 467 ATTENTION To maintain the correct alignment the screws must be tightened in turn. Tighten each screw only a small amount before moving to the next screw. Repeat until all are secure. d. Close the module flap cover. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 468 Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, unscrew and remove the left or right housing cover screws. b. Remove the covers from the housing. 11. Install the module into the housing. a. Loosen the two hexagonal screws under the module. See Figure 454. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 469 Note Always keep the hexagonal screws in their place. This allows you an easier removal of the auxiliary module when necessary. The result of the installation is shown in Figure 456. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 470 Using the cable provided, connect the source assembly connector on the NPD Thermionic Source Power Module to the thermionic source and twist the ring to lock the connection. See Figure 457. Figure 457. Thermionic Source Assembly Cable Connection TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 471 14. Open the gas supplies. 15. Check the gas supply for leaks. a. Use a handheld electronic leak detector (Thermo Scientific GLD Pro leak detector or equivalent) to check each fitting for leaks. b. If you detect a leak, tighten the connection and retest it.
  • Page 472 23. Increase the temperature to operating value (300 °C to 320 °C recommended). Allow 15 minutes for equilibration. 24. Check the NPD leakage current. If > 2.0 pA, verify the installation. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 473: Adding An Aux Temperature/Cryo Module

    Adding Modules Adding an Aux Temperature/Cryo Module Adding an Aux Temperature/Cryo Module This section provides instructions for updating your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 with the Aux Temperature/Cryo module. See Figure 459. WARNING This operation must be carried out by authorized and trained Thermo Fisher Scientific Service Field Engineers.
  • Page 474 • Sixty-three timed events to automatically drive up to eight external on/off solenoid valves. The module should be installed into a free external module housing provided on the back of the GC. See Figure 461. Figure 461. External Modules Housing External Modules Housing TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 475 Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, unscrew and remove the left or right housing cover screws. b. Remove the covers from the housing. 7. Install the module into the housing a. Loosen the two hexagonal screws under the module. See Figure 463. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 476 Note Always keep the hexagonal screws in their place. This allows you an easier removal of the auxiliary module when necessary. The result of the installation is shown in Figure 465. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 477 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector on the front of the module and to the wall outlet. The LED marked On lights after the GC is powered on. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 478: Adding A Helium Saver Injector Module

    I. 12. Configure and enable the system installed through the user interface of your GC, or through the CDS in use. Refer to the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 User Guide. Adding a Helium Saver Injector Module The Instant Connect Helium Saver Injector Module (HeS-S/SL) is designed as a “double wide”...
  • Page 479 Helium Saver S/SL module will be installed by loosening the two captive T20 screws on each module. See Figure 466. Figure 466. Removing the Dummy Modules 3. Remove the blanking washers from the detector and injector pneumatic network. Figure 467. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 480 GC using the adapter provided. See Figure 469. The Thermo Scientific gas purification kit part number 1R120577-0001 contains a heated gettering trap which can be used directly with this fitting. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 481 Note It may be helpful to insert the left side of the module just prior to the right side in order to clear the space properly. The module fits snugly into position but should not require undue force to clear the sheet metal opening. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 482 140 psig (970 kPa; 9.7 bar) 15 m 0.25 mm 1.0 mL/min 100 psig (690 kPa; 6.9 bar) 1.2 mL/min 110 psig (760 kPa; 7.6 bar) 1.7 mL/min 120 psig (830 kPa; 8.3 bar) TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 483 Minimum pressure required to avoid nitrogen back diffusion into the helium carrier gas. Higher pressure will result in a slightly higher (than minimum) consumption of helium, but will not result in adverse analytical performance. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 484: Installing The Column

    Figure 472. Plumbing the Nitrogen Supply to the GC 10. The Thermo Scientific gas purification kit contains a high capacity oxygen trap that should be placed in the nitrogen line. Be sure to purge the regulator and gas line before attaching the oxygen filter.
  • Page 485 Gently pulling on the column at the same time will dislodge the ferrule. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 486: Checking For Leaks

    For maximum sensitivity of the leak detector, set the split flow to Off during leak check. This results only in column and septum purge flows. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 487 The block must be replaced in the front position to resume operation. Figure 475. Removing the Helium Tube from the Gas Delivery Block Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 488: Adding A Pdd Module

    Adding a PDD Module This section provides instructions for adding a front/back PDD detector module. According to the configuration of your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310, a dummy module is present into the free site where the detector module is not installed. See Figure 476.

  • Page 489: Installing A Pdd Module

    6. Remove the dummy module from the position where the detector module will be installed. a. Open the module flap cover. b. Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, unscrew and remove the two captive fixing screws. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 490 9. Mount the support bracket of the pulse generator. See Figure 480. Note The support bracket can hold two pulse generators for supplying two PDD detectors on the GC. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 491 Lift the bottom part of the support bracket and push it back until the lower lamp hooks the rear of the GC top cover. See Figure 482. Figure 482. Support Bracket Installation (1) Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 492 Adding Modules Adding a PDD Module Note Two support brackets can be installed for supplying a maximum of four PDD detectors, two installed on the GC and two installed on the TRACE 1310 Auxiliary Oven. See the example of Figure 483 Figure 484.

  • Page 493: Plumbing The Gas Lines

    T30 Torxhead screwdriver. Plumbing the Gas Lines Figure 486 shows the diagram of the gas lines connections of the detector system. Figure 486. Gas Line Connections Before connecting the gas lines verify that: Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 494: Installing And Purging The Gas Regulator

    2. Turn the output pressure regulating knob clockwise until the gauge registers 345 kPa (50 psig). 3. Wait five minutes for equilibrium, then turn the regulating knob all the way counterclockwise. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 495: Connecting The High Voltage And Pulses Cables

    Dangerous high voltage is present: 3700 V Peak; 170 mA Peak. To avoid accidental disconnection of the high voltage discharge cable (mainly) and the pulses cable from the pulse generator, the safety covers must be installed. See Figure 488. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 496 See Figure 489. Figure 489. High Voltage Discharge Cable Connection (1) b. Tighten the right nut using a T30 torxhead screwdriver. See Figure 490. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 497 See Figure 491. Figure 491. High Voltage Discharge Cable Connection (3) High Voltage Discharge Cable High Voltage Discharge Electrode High Voltage Discharge Cable Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 498 See Figure 493. Figure 493. Pulses Cable Connection (2) Slot c. Tighten the right nut using a T30 torxhead screwdriver. See Figure 494. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 499 WARNING If for any reasons it is necessary to disconnect the cables from the pulse generator, the safety covers must be removed proceeding in the reverse order in which they was installed. Before starting, make sure that the GC is powered Off. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 500: Installing The Capillary Column

    2. Cap the tube and pressurize the entire system with helium to 138 kPa (20 psi). 3. If the system does not hold pressure, check all the fittings with an electronic helium leak detector. DO NOT use leak detecting liquids. 4. Tighten fittings as required. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 501: Performing Initial Power Up

    In addition, logging the standing current (with and without the column) on a regular basis is an effective monitor of system integrity (leak tightness and cleanliness). We also recommend tracking the internal standard (quantity on column/area count) for sensitivity continuity. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 502: Adding A Generic Detector Interface

    Unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and from the wall outlet. CAUTION If the GC is coupled to a TRACE 1310 Auxiliary Oven, unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector into the back of the TRACE 1310 Auxiliary Oven and from the wall outlet.

  • Page 503: Removing The Gc

    Lift the cover off using the cover handle. Be aware that the ground wire is attached to the back cover. Note Pay attention to the positioning of the ground wire plug, so it can be reconnected in the same way it was removed. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 504: Assembling The Gdi Electrical Interface

    See Figure 498. Figure 498. Assemble GDI Electrical Interface (1) 2. On the board inside the control module look for the 26-pin male connector marked J4. Figure 499. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 505 GDI electrical interface for the protection of the 24 Vdc and 48 Vac respectively: • F1 = T300mA 250V; (5 x 20 mm) • F2 = T2A 250V; (5 x 20 mm) 5. Remount and fix the top cover by using the fixing screws. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 506: Replacing The Encapsulated Flow Restrictors

    2. Remove the encapsulated flow restrictor of interest from its seat using tweezers. Figure 503. Figure 503. Flow Restrictor Replacement Pay attention to not lose the internal o-ring Encapsulated Flow Restrictors Internal O-Rings TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 507: Installing And Connecting The Gdi Electrical Interface

    490, and refer to Chapter 2 and Chapter 4 of the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 User Guide. b. Set relevant channel flow rate in the Method/Instrument Control page to the full scale value (100 mL/min). Make sure the gas input pressure is at least 60 psig (414 kPa), and verify that the actual flow displayed by the GC reaches 100 mL/min as set.
  • Page 508 GC, next push the module until the hexagonal screws couple with the slots on the floor of the GC. Figure 506. Figure 506. GDI Module Installation (2) Slots TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 509 1300/TRACE 1310 GC, continue the procedure from the step 3. If an GDI mechanical module will be installed on the TRACE 1310 Auxiliary Oven, jump to the section “Connecting a GDI Interface to the TRACE 1310 Auxiliary Oven” page 481.
  • Page 510 ATTENTION TRACE 13100/1310 coupled with a TRACE 1310 Auxiliary Oven If you are installing the GDI mechanical module in the Front or Back site of a TRACE 1300/1310 GC coupled with a TRACE 1310 Auxiliary Oven, the detector cable of the GDI electrical interface must be connected as follows: •...

  • Page 511: Connecting A Gdi Interface To The Trace 1310 Auxiliary Oven

    WARNING Before proceeding this operation make sure to disconnect properly the inner tube. Refer to the section Coupling the TRACE 1310 Auxiliary Oven to the GC on the TRACE 1310 Auxiliary Oven Instruction Manual, and operating in the reverse order in which it was mounted.

  • Page 512: Installing A Gdi Mechanical Module

    This section provides instructions for adding a Front/Back/Aux L/Aux R GDI mechanical module. According to the configuration of your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 GC, a dummy module is present into the free site where a detector module is not installed. See Figure 446.
  • Page 513 Figure 513. Detector Gas Block Plug (2) Gas Block Plug Gas Connections Without Gas Block Plug 2. Plug the GDI mechanical module into the main frame. a. Open the module flap cover. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 514: Connecting The Detector Gas Tubings To The Manifolds

    1. Take one, two, or three segments of the 1/16-in.stainless steel tubings (provided) according to the detector gases required and long enough to properly connect both the detector gas tubings manifolds. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 515 GDI mechanical module. c. Bend and run the detector gas tubings along the top cover. Note The bending of the detector gas tubings shown in Figure 516 Figure 517 indicative. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 516 Figure 516. Bending of the Detector Gas Tubings on the TRACE 1300/1310 GC Gas Tubings Third-party Detector Figure 517. Bending of the Detector Gas Tubings on the TRACE 1310 Auxiliary Oven Gas Tubings Third-party Detector 3. Connect the relevant detector gas tubings to the manifold of the GDI electrical interface.
  • Page 517 Use a 7/16-in. wrench for tightening the fittings. b. Repeat step a until all the gas lines are connected to the corresponding inlet port on the GDI electrical interface. See Figure 520. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 518: Connecting Heater And Signal Cables

    1. Using the cable provided connect the 5-pin connector marked Heater on the GDI electrical interface to the detector connector on the GDI mechanical module. Figure 521 Figure 522. Figure 521. Heater and Signal Connectors From Third-party Detector To Heater Connector on Detector Module TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 519: Restarting The Gc

    Flip up the power switch (breaker), located at the back of the instrument, to the position I. Performing the Third-party Detector Start-up and Optimization Refer to the third-party detector manual. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 520: Configuring And Setting Gdi Detector

    Configuring and Setting GDI Detector Configure and enable the GDI mechanical module through the user interface of your GC, or through the CDS in use. Refer to the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 User Guide. See the following sequences: •...

  • Page 521: Adding An Analog Output Interface

    Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, unscrew and remove the left or right housing cover screws, then remove the cover from the housing. 2. Install the Analog Output Interface into the housing. a. Loosen the two hexagonal screws under the module. See Figure 525. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 522 Figure 525. AOI Installation (1) Hexagonal Screws b. Carefully place the Analog Output Interface into the left or right housing until the hexagonal screws couple with the slots on the floor of the GC. See Figure 526. Figure 526. AOI Installation (2) Slots c.
  • Page 523 Figure 527. Analog Output Interface Module Installed into the GC Cables Holder AOI Control Module 3. Connect the analog output interface module. See Figure 528. Figure 528. AOI Connections Device Data System Analog Acquisition Box Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 524 Flip up the power switch (breaker), located at the back of the instrument, to the position I. 7. Configure and enable the system installed through the touch screen of your GC. Refer to the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 User Guide. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 525: Adding Systems

    Adding Systems This chapter describes how to install any added system that is available for the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310. See the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Spare Parts Guide for information about ordering the equipment in this chapter. Contents •...

  • Page 526: Adding The Oven Cryo System

    Adding the Oven Cryo System Adding the Oven Cryo System This section provides instructions for installing and configuring the Oven Cryo system on your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 using the dedicated kit. See Figure 529. Figure 529. Oven Cryo System for Carbon Dioxide and Liquid Nitrogen...

  • Page 527: Oven Cryo System Overview

    ) as coolant. Each upgrade kit contains all the material required to install the Oven Cryo system on your GC. See Figure 530 Figure 531. Figure 530. Oven Cryo Kit for Carbon Dioxide Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 528 • Aux Temperature/Cryo Module that should be installed into a free external module housing provided on the back of the GC. See Figure 532. Figure 532. External Modules Housing External Modules Housing TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 529: Installing The Oven Cryo System

    Slide the panel towards the back of the instrument up to the stop. c. Remove the panel by pulling it outwards. Be aware that the ground wire is attached to the panel. See Figure 534. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 530 Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, unscrew and remove the left or right housing cover screws. c. Remove the covers from the housing. 8. Install the module into the housing a. Loosen the two hexagonal screws under the module. See Figure 536. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 531 Note Always keep the hexagonal screws in their place. This allows you an easier removal of the auxiliary module when necessary. The result of the installation is shown in Figure 538. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 532 GC. If not already done, connect the coolant tube to the solenoid valve using the proper nut and ferrule. Use a 7/16-in. wrench for tightening the fittings. See Figure 540. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 533 Guide the solenoid valve assembly into its seat on the back of the GC, and the tube for the coolant into the oven through the holes provided. See Figure 541 Figure 542. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 534 Adding Systems Adding the Oven Cryo System Figure 541. Installation of the Solenoid Valve Assembly for Carbon Dioxide Figure 542. Installation of Solenoid Valve Assembly for Liquid Nitrogen TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 535 Connect the proper end of the cryo supply tube to the 1/8-in. NPT connection of the solenoid valve using the proper nut and ferrule. Use a 7/16-in. wrench for tightening the fittings. See Figure 544 Figure 545. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 536 Adding Systems Adding the Oven Cryo System Figure 544. Oven Cryo Supply Tube for Carbon Dioxide Connection Ferrule 1/8-in. NPT Fittings for the connection to the Liquid Carbon Dioxide Tank TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 537 Figure 545. Oven Cryo Supply Tube for Liquid Nitrogen Connection Ferrule 1/8-in. NPT Fittings for the connection to the Liquid Nitrogen Tank b. Connect the other end to the coolant container using the appropriate nuts and ferrules. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 538 “Adding an Aux Temperature/Cryo Module” page 443. e. Using the cable provided, connect the 15-pin female connector marked GC Bus on the module to a Bus interface on the back of the GC. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 539 I. 16. Configure and enable the cryogenic system through the user interface of your GC, or through the CDS in use. Refer to the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 User Guide. a. Configuration and enabling through the touch screen.

  • Page 540: Adding The Ptv And Ptvbkf Cryo System

    17. Set the normal detector, injector, and GC working conditions. Adding the PTV and PTVBKF Cryo System This section provides instructions for installing and configuring the PTV and PTVBKF Cryo system on your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 using the dedicated kit. See Figure 548 Figure 549.

  • Page 541: Ptv/Ptvbkf Cryo System Overview

    ) as coolant. Each upgrade kit contains all the material required to install the PTV/PTVBKF Cryo system on your GC. See Figure 550 Figure 551. Figure 550. PTV/PTVBKF Cryo Kit for Carbon Dioxide Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 542 • Aux Temperature/Cryo Module that should be installed into a free external module housing provided on the back of the GC. See Figure 552. Figure 552. External Modules Housing External Modules Housing TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 543: Installing The Ptv/Ptvbkf Cryo System

    Move and drive the cover out from the housing. 8. Install the module into the housing a. Loosen the two hexagonal screws under the module. See Figure 554. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 544 Note Always keep the hexagonal screws in their place. This allows you an easier removal of the auxiliary module when necessary. The result of the installation is shown in Figure 556. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 545 • In case of a single cryo kit, mount the solenoid assembly as shown in Figure 557. • In case of double cryo kit, mount the two solenoid valves assembly as shown in Figure 558. Figure 557. Single Solenoid Valve Assemble Installation Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 546 On the top of the injector, undo and remove the screw closed to the coolant tube insertion hole. See Figure 559. Figure 559. Coolant Tube Insertion Hole Screw Insertion Hole TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 547 11. Connect the coolant tube to the solenoid valve assemble. a. Connect the coolant tube to the solenoid valve assembly using the proper nut and ferrule. Use a 7/16-in. wrench for tightening the fittings. See Figure 561. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 548 Use a 7/16-in. wrench for tightening the fittings. Figure 562. Figure 562. Cryo Supply Tube Connection to the Solenoid Valve Cryo Supply Tube for Carbon Dioxide Cryo Supply Tube for Liquid Nitrogen TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 549 I. 17. Configure and enable the cryogenic system through the user interface of your GC, or through the CDS in use. Refer to the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 User Guide. a. Configuration and enabling through the touch screen.
  • Page 550 Enter a value in the range 0–30 min. 18. If present, move the autosampler towards the module to restore the original alignment. 19. Set the normal detector, injector, and GC working conditions. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 551: Adding An Auxiliary Gas System

    Adding Systems Adding an Auxiliary Gas System Adding an Auxiliary Gas System This section provides instructions for updating your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 with the Auxiliary Gas System. WARNING This operation must be carried out by authorized and trained Thermo Fisher Scientific Service Field Engineers.

  • Page 552: Auxiliary Gas Module Overview

    Note The Auxiliary Gas Interface is fixed on the exterior wall of the GC oven through the slots provided on the collar duct. Align the slots to the fixing holes accordingly. Collar Duct Slots TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 553 Auxiliary Gas Interface installed on the Right Note If your GC is equipped with the oven for the coupling with a Thermo Scientific high resolution mass spectrometers (HRMS), the Auxiliary Gas Interface is installed through the ducts provided on the left and right walls of the oven as well as the GC equipped with the standard oven.

  • Page 554: Preliminary Operations

    Unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector on the back of the GC, and from the wall outlet. 5. If external modules are present, unplug the power cable from the AC Input connector of each external module, and from the wall outlet. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 555: Getting Started

    Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, unscrew the left side panel screw from the interior front panel. See Figure 568. Save the screw because it will be reused later. Figure 568. Left Side Panel Fixing Screw Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 556 Remove the partial cut shaped plate from the exterior wall of the oven box for accessing the insulating material. See Figure 570. Figure 570. Perform the Duct for the Auxiliary Gas Interface (1) Partial Cut Shaped Plate TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 557 Partial Cut Plate e. Insert the auxiliary gas interface into the duct. Fix the interface on the exterior wall of the oven box using the fixing screws provided. See Figure 573. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 558: Installing The Auxiliary Gas Interface On The Right Wall Of The Oven

    Open the front door of the GC. b. Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, unscrew the left side panel screw from the interior front panel. See Figure 574. Save the screw because it will be reused later. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 559 Remove the panel pulling it outward. Be aware that the ground wire is attached to the panel. See Figure 575. e. Unplug the ground wire from the panel. Figure 575. Right Side Panel Removal 3. Prepare the duct for the installation of the auxiliary gas interface. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 560 Save the removed insulating material in a safe place because it can be reused. d. On the left side wall in the interior of the oven, remove the partial cut plate from the corresponding duct. See Figure 578. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 561 See Figure 579. Figure 579. Perform the Duct for the Auxiliary Gas Interface (4) 4. Jump to the section “Installing and Connecting the Auxiliary Gas Module” page 534. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 562: Installing The Auxiliary Gas Interface On The Oven For Hrms

    IMPORTANT Save the pre-shaped plug of insulating material in a safe place because it could be reused. c. On the interior of the oven box, remove the partial cut plate from the corresponding duct. See Figure 581. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 563 3. Insert the auxiliary gas interface into the duct. Fix the interface on the exterior wall of the oven box using the fixing screws provided. 4. Jump to the section “Installing and Connecting the Auxiliary Gas Module” page 534. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 564: Installing And Connecting The Auxiliary Gas Module

    Using a T20 Torxhead screwdriver, unscrew the two fixing screws, and remove the protecting plate from the manifold. Save the protecting plate and the fixing screws. Figure 583. Manifold Protecting Plate Protecting Plate Fixing Screws 3. Install the module into the housing TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 565 Push the module until the hexagonal screws couple with the slots on the floor of the GC. See Figure 585. Figure 585. Module Installation (2) Slots d. Finger-tighten the hexagonal screws slightly, or use a 10-mm wrench. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 566 Figure 587 shows the gas tubing block and the manifold located into the auxiliary gas module. Figure 587. Gas Tubing Block and Manifold Gas Tubing Block Fixing Screws Manifold Fixing Holes TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 567 Use the T20 Torxhead screwdriver to tighten the two fixing screws without overtightening. 5. Connect the gas tubes of interest to the Auxiliary Gas Interface. a. Guide the three gas tubes up to reach the Auxiliary Gas interface. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 568 In the GC oven, carry out the connections of the components of interest to the corresponding inlet ports of the auxiliary gas interface using the appropriate nut and ferrules. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 569 See Figure 592. Figure 592. Gas Line Connection to the Auxiliary Gas Interface Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 570 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker), located at the back of the instrument, to the position I. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 571 Adding an Auxiliary Gas System 12. Configure and enable the Auxiliary Gas system through the user interface of your GC, or through the CDS in use. Refer to the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 User Guide. a. Configuration and enabling through the touch screen.

  • Page 572: Adding The Hydrogen Sensor

    Adding Systems Adding the Hydrogen Sensor Adding the Hydrogen Sensor This section provides instructions for updating your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 with the hydrogen sensor. See Figure 593. Figure 593. Hydrogen Sensor Fixing Screw Sensor Cable Sensor Body Sensor Tube TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 573 8. Perforate the duct for the installation of the sensor into the oven. a. Looking the interior of the GC from the back side, locate the duck provided on the back wall of the oven. See Figure 594. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 574 Figure 595. Sensor Tube Adapter Installation (1) Sensor Tube Adapter Fixing Screw Sensor Tube Adapter 9. Open the front door. a. Look into oven the duct for the hydrogen sensor previously done. See Figure 596. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 575 Figure 597. Hydrogen Sensor Installation (1) Fixing Holes Sensor Tube b. Place the hydrogen sensor into the back of the GC aligning the fixing holes to the corresponding holes on the GC chassis. See Figure 598. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 576 Figure 599. Hydrogen Sensor Installation (3) d. Look into oven the hydrogen sensor tube that protrudes into the oven. See Figure 600. Figure 600. Sensor Tube Protruding Into the Oven Sensor Tube TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 577 Plug the power cable to the AC Input connector into the back of the GC and to the wall outlet. b. Flip up the power switch (breaker), located at the back of the instrument, to the position I. 17. Set the normal injector, detector and GC working conditions. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 579: Chapter 11 Upgrade Equipment

    Upgrade Equipment This chapter describes how to upgrade the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310. See the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Spare Parts Guide for information about ordering the equipment in this chapter. Contents • Upgrading a TRACE 1300 to a TRACE 1310 •...

  • Page 580: Upgrading A Trace 1300 To A Trace 1310

    Upgrading a TRACE 1300 to a TRACE 1310 Upgrading a TRACE 1300 to a TRACE 1310 This section provides the instruction to upgrade a TRACE 1300 to a TRACE 1310 GC. WARNING This operation must be carried out by authorized and trained Thermo Fisher Scientific Service Field Engineers.
  • Page 581 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a TRACE 1300 to a TRACE 1310 Figure 601. Front Door Back View Upper Fixing Screws Door Handle Fixing Screw Lower Fixing Screws Spacer b. Use a T20 Torxhead screwdriver to remove the screw that secure the handle to the front door.
  • Page 582 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a TRACE 1300 to a TRACE 1310 Figure 602. Door Handle Removal Door Handle d. Use a T20 Torxhead screwdriver to remove the three upper and the three lower screws that secure the cover to the front door. See Figure 603.
  • Page 583 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a TRACE 1300 to a TRACE 1310 Figure 603. Door Cover Fixing Screws Removal Upper Fixing Screws Lower Fixing Screws e. Carefully pull the door cover off (see Figure 604), paying attention to the cables that connect the status panel to the internal section of the door.
  • Page 584 Figure 605. Cable Removal Flat Cables 7. Install the door cover of the TRACE 1310. a. The door cover of the TRACE 1310 includes the touch screen and the cables for its connection. Figure 606 shows the connection points on the internal section of the door where the touch screen and ground cables must be connected.
  • Page 585 See Figure 607. Figure 607. Cables Connections 8. Mount the TRACE 1310 cover door proceeding in the reverse order in which the TRACE 1300 cover door was removed. 9. Remount the door handle. 10. Open the gas supplies.

  • Page 586: Upgrading A Stand Alone Trace 1300/Trace 1310 To Ms Version

    Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version This section provides the instructions for updating your TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 stand alone version to a MS version. According to Thermo Scientific you need a dedicated upgrade kit to couple the with an ISQ Series, TSQ 8000 Series, DSQ II, ITQ, or TSQ Quantum mass spectrometer.

  • Page 587: Coupling With The Isq Series / Tsq 8000 Series Mass Spectrometer

    Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version CAUTION - INSTRUMENT DAMAGE: Condition the column before connecting it to the transfer line. The material released from the column (column bleed) during conditioning may contaminate the detector.
  • Page 588 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version Figure 609. Left Side Panel Removal 3. Prepare the duct for the transfer line inner tube. a. Remove the partial cut shaped plate from the exterior wall of the oven box to access the insulating material.
  • Page 589 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version Figure 611. Perform the Duct for ISQ Series / TSQ 8000 Series (2) Duct for ISQ Series /TSQ 8000 Series c. Using a knife or similar tool, gently cut the insulating material following the track.
  • Page 590 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version Figure 613. Perform the Duct for ISQ Series / TSQ 8000 Series (4) Duct for ISQ Series and TS 8000 Series Partial Cut Plate 4. Replace the left side panel with the left panel for MS provided.

  • Page 591: Coupling With The Dsq Ii Mass Spectrometer

    10. Tune the ISQ Series / TSQ 8000 Series and set its working conditions. Set the GC working conditions accordingly. For details please refer to the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 User Guide, and to the ISQ or TSQ 8000 Series User and Hardware manuals.
  • Page 592 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version d. Remove the panel pulling it outward being aware that the ground wire is attached to the panel. See Figure 616. e. Unplug the ground wire from the panel.
  • Page 593 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version b. Draw up the duct aligning the slot to the fixing holes on the exterior oven wall and push the duct against the insulating material up to obtain a track. See Figure 618.
  • Page 594 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version On the left side wall in the interior of the oven, remove the partial cut plate from the corresponding duct. See Figure 620. Figure 620. Perform the Duct for DSQ II (4) Duct for DSQ II Partial Cut Plate 4.
  • Page 595 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version Aux Temperature/Cryo Module 8. Make the electrical connections. See Figure 622. Figure 622. Electrical Connections Transfer Line Cables Holder a. Connect the heater cable coming from the transfer line to the connector marked Heater 1 or Heater 2 on the front of the module b.

  • Page 596: Coupling With The Itq Mass Spectrometer

    I. 12. Tune the DSQ II and set its working conditions. Set the GC working conditions accordingly. For details please refer to the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 User Guide and to the DSQ II User and Hardware manuals.
  • Page 597 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version d. Remove the panel pulling it outward being aware that the ground wire is attached to the panel. See Figure 624. e. Unplug the ground wire from the panel.
  • Page 598 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version b. Draw up the duct aligning the slot to the fixing holes on the exterior oven wall and push the duct against the insulating material up to obtain a track. See Figure 626.
  • Page 599 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version On the left side wall in the interior of the oven, remove the partial cut plate from the corresponding duct. See Figure 628. Figure 628. Perform the Duct for ITQ (4) Duct for ITQ Partial Cut Plate 4.
  • Page 600 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version Aux Temperature/Cryo Module 8. Making the electrical connections. See Figure 630. Figure 630. Electrical Connections Transfer Line Cables Holder a. Connect the heater cable coming from the transfer line to the connector marked Heater 1 or Heater 2 on the front of the module.

  • Page 601: Coupling With The Tsq Quantum Mass Spectrometer

    12. Tune the ITQ and set its working conditions. Set the GC working conditions accordingly. For details please refer to the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 User Guide and to the ITQ User and Hardware manuals. Coupling with the TSQ Quantum Mass Spectrometer ...
  • Page 602 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version d. Remove the panel pulling it outward being aware that the ground wire is attached to the panel. See Figure 632. e. Unplug the ground wire from the panel.
  • Page 603 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version b. Draw up the duct aligning the slot to the fixing holes on the exterior oven wall and push the duct against the insulating material up to obtain a track. See Figure 634.
  • Page 604 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version On the right side wall in the interior of the oven, remove the partial cut plate from the corresponding duct. See Figure 636. Figure 636. Perform the Duct for TSQ Quantum (4) Duct for TSQ Quantum Partial Cut Plate 4.
  • Page 605 Upgrade Equipment Upgrading a Stand Alone TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 to MS Version Aux Temperature/Cryo Module 8. Making the electrical connections. See Figure 638. Figure 638. Electrical Connections Transfer Line Cables Holder a. Connect the heater cable coming from the transfer line to the connector marked Heater 1 or Heater 2 on the front of the module b.
  • Page 606 15. Tune the TSQ Quantum and set its working conditions. Set the GC working conditions accordingly. For details please refer to the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 User Guide and to the TSQ Quantum User and Hardware manuals. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 607: Updating Hmi Software From Usb Stick

    Updating HMI Software From USB Stick Updating HMI Software From USB Stick This section provides the instruction for updating the HMI software of the TRACE 1310 touch screen through an USB stick. ATTENTION The upgrade must be performed by authorized and trained Thermo Fisher Scientific technical personnel.
  • Page 608 Figure 641. USB stick positioned into the USB port below the touch screen USB Stick Note It can take a few moments for USB stick to be recognized by the TRACE 1310. If you do not see the icon Update software from USB in the menu, then return to the Home screen, and re-enter the Touch screen portion of the Configuration menu.
  • Page 609 DO NOT REMOVE THE USB STICK DURING THE UPDATING PROCESS, THIS COULD DAMAGE THE INSTRUMENT. 9.At the end of the updating process, the program restarts. 10. Only now remove the USB stick from the USB port. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 611: Troubleshooting

    In this chapter, we describe the symptoms of and remedy for each known issue with the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 gas chromatograph. All of these issues are related to hardware, but your instrument or software will alert you to them. For issues that you discover while reviewing your data, see the Analytical Troubleshooting section of the TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 User Guide.

  • Page 612: Investigating Power Supply Issues

    TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 will not power-on Possible Remedies Make sure the TRACE 1300/TRACE 1310 power cable is properly connected to the instrument and to the correct 220/120 V main power line outlet. Verify that the electrical outlet is functioning properly.

  • Page 613: Sample Data Are Not Acquired

    Check the system for leaks and address them. Clean or replace the GC injection port liner to remove possible contamination, trim the injector end of the column, or replace the septum. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 614: Error Messages

    To reset an alarm, the GC must be powered off, and then powered on. TRACE 1310 Error Messages TRACE 1310 instrument malfunctioning, due to a component failure or to abnormal operating condition, is identified by an error messages displayed before or during the runs.
  • Page 615 – Shorted PT100 – Thermal safety: Not Heating or Auto Heating – Reset detected – Opened Cell PT100 – Shorted Cell PT100 • PDD Front/Back/Left/Right – Unconnected – Temperature over limit Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 616 • AUX Temperature EXT-V Sub Ambient – Unconnected – X-Line B over limit – X-Line B Opened PT100 – X-Line B Shorted PT100 – X-Line A over limit – X-Line A Opened PT100 TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 617 Opened PT100 – Shorted PT100 – Thermal safety: Oven Auto Heating – Hydrogen Sensor Alarm – Hydrogen Sensor Fault – Reset detected – Thermal safety: Oven Not Heating – Max Temperature reached Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 618 – EMI RAM Memory fault – Main CPU Overheating – Manifold Temperature Overheating – 48Vac missing – +24Vcc missing – +15Vcc missing – -15Vcc missing – AC Mains out of range TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...

  • Page 619: Contacting Technical Support

    Figure 644. Identify Your Instrument: Power Supply Data Power Supply 120 Vac or 230 Vac Alert Label For contacting your local Thermo Fisher Scientific office or affiliate GC-GC/MS Customer Support, see the section “Contacting Us” page xix. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

  • Page 621: Glossary

    FID Flame Ionization Detector CIP Carriage and Insurance Paid To FOB Free on board cm centimeter FSE Field Service Engineer CPU central processing unit (of a computer) FPD Flame Photometric Detector Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...
  • Page 622 MS mass spectrometry-mass spectrometer IEC International Electrotechnical Commission m/z mass-to- charge ratio Impulse See transient in. inch n nano (10 I/O input/output N Nitrogen negative polarity The inverse of a detector signal polarity. TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual Thermo Scientific...
  • Page 623 °C min instead of °C/min instead of g/L s second sag See surge slow average A gradual long-term change in average RMS voltage level, with typical duration greater than 2 s. Thermo Scientific TRACE 1300 and TRACE 1310 Hardware Manual...

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