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3000 Micro GC Operating Manual
8.5.3.1 Refill Onboard Carrier Gas Cylinder
Portable 3000 Micro GC contains a refillable, high pressure carrier gas supply
cylinder. The cylinder volume is 300 mL and will last 35 to 40 hours under normal
operating pressure. This cylinder has been certified by the U.S. Department of
Transportation (DOT) to a pressure of 1800 PSI (12,405 kPa). The pressure in the
onboard carrier gas cylinder is indicated on the front panel pressure meter. When
the pressure becomes low, follow the procedure below to refill the cylinder.
WARNING
Never fill the Portable 3000 Micro GC internal gas
cylinder with hydrogen. A hydrogen leak inside the
instrument can present an explosion hazard.
WARNING
High pressure gas is very dangerous. Refill the tank
safely using the INFICON Carrier Gas Cylinder Recharge
Kit.
Components Required:
 Portable 3000 Micro GC Carrier Gas Cylinder Recharge Kit (PN PNU-2058)
 Portable 3000 Micro GC
 Bulk carrier gas cylinder, 1800 PSI (12,405 kPa) or less, with CGA-580 fittings
WARNING
INFICON is not responsible for any personal injury or
damage to equipment as a result of filling gas cylinders
using the Portable 3000 Micro GC Carrier Gas Cylinder
Recharge Kit.
WARNING
Read the entire procedure before making any
connections.
WARNING
Wear eye protection when using compressed gas.