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Appendix F <br /> of this <br /> For a more detailed discussion on the various types of modifications and,other guidance. <br /> applications,consult Appendix F. <br /> Table 1:Preferred Analytical Methods and Modifications* Mid-level Mid-level Mid-level Mid-level <br /> Mid-level calibration calibration calibration calibration calibration <br /> standard run standard standard run standard run <br /> OC/MS Methods GC Methods Continuing standard run every every 12 every 10 every 12 every 12 <br /> ometh <br /> method Methodf Modified Modified Modified Modified COMMENTS Calibration Use methhours. sample belch hours. hours. <br /> - U <br /> ParamUSPA TO <br /> eter UMEdified <br /> SEPA 8280 16 USEPA TO-17 USEPA 8015 USEPA 8021 acceptance criteria. 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