Waters Photodiode Array Detector 2996

Pre-replacement Safety Measures

Power off the 2996 Detector and disconnect the power cord

Wait for the lamp to cool for at least 15 minutes

Lift up the front panel cover and pull it away from the chassis

Use a slotted head screwdriver to unscrew the two mounting screws

Grip the metal base of the lamp, pull the lamp out, and set it aside

Ensure the following materials are available

Wear powder-free gloves to prevent lens contamination

Disassembly of Lens Holder Assembly

Use the TORX T10 screwdriver to remove the three screws securing one lens holder assembly

Use the small, flat-blade screwdriver to gently pry the lens assembly from the flow cell body at the slots

Use a lens tissue or a nonparticulating swab to wipe the lens with methanol

Flow Cell Maintenance Procedure

Power off the 2996 Detector and remove the power cord

Locate the fuse block below the power cord plug on the rear panel

Squeeze the two side clips on the fuse block while pulling out the block

Remove the fuses from the block

Ensure all required materials are available

Power off the solvent delivery system or pump

Ensure system is vented to avoid leaking mobile phase

Use the 5/16-inch wrench to disconnect the fluidic lines at the front of the detector

Lift up the 2996 detector front cover and pull the front cover from the detector chassis