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1) How long of a tube can I use on the GAS OUT port of the simulator?
Unless it is heated it should be as short as possible. The unheated tubes will gather condensation which can effect the sample provided to the instrument.
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2) How long after a simulator comes to temperature should I wait before using it?
It is best to give the simulator an extra 10 to 15 minutes after it gets to temperature so that it has stabilized.
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3) What happens if the simulator head is not screwed on to the jar properly?
It is likely that the simulator will leak and provide lower than expected results.
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4) How can I check to make sure that the simulator head is seated properly?
"After screwing the top on the simulator, if you cover the OUT GAS port on the simulator with your finger and blow into the In PORT, you should not see a steady stream of bubbles in the simulator if the head is connected properly. Be careful when you perform this check that you do not blow too hard, as it will create backpressure and can cause simulator liquid to spray out of the ports."
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5) How long can I use a simulator solution before I need to replace it?
"Depending upon the tolerance allowed for the solution, there should be limits on the number of tests or amount of time that the solution should be used. This limit may also be a function of the type of instrument that you are using and whether the solution is being recirculated. Refer to your QAP for the proper determination of this limitiation."
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