Gases other than the one being analysed can interfere with
the reading in several ways. Positive interference occurs in NDIR
and PMD instruments where the interfering gas gives the same effect
as the gas being measured, but to a lesser degree. Negative interference
occurs in NDIR instruments by the interfering gas broadening the absorption
band of the measured gas, and in CLD instruments by the interfering
gas quenching the radiation. The interference checks in 9.1 and 9.2
shall be performed prior to an analyser’s initial use and after
major service intervals, but at least once per year.