User guide

DuoSpray™ Ion Source User Reference
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System User Guide
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1. Adjust the black electrode adjustment nut on the probe to move the electrode tip
inside the electrode tube.
For optimum stability and performance, the electrode tip should extend between 0.5
mm and 1.0 mm from the end of the probe.Insert the probe into the tower.
2. Insert the APCI probe into the tower that is on the left side of the ion source when the
glass window is facing you, inserting the raised plastic post into the groove on the
probe.
3. Gently push down on the probe until the contacts engage with those in the tower.
4. Turn the bronze retaining ring over the probe and push it down to engage its threads
with the threads on the tower.
5. Tighten the ring until it is finger-tight.
6. Insert the TurboIonSpray
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probe into the tower on the top of the ion source, inserting
the raised plastic post into the groove on the probe.
7. Gently push down on the probe until the contacts engage with those in the tower.
8. Turn the bronze retaining ring over the probe and push it down to engage its threads
with the threads on the tower.
9. Tighten the ring until it is finger-tight.
Install the Ion Source
1. Make sure that the source latches on the side of the ion source are pointing up in the
12:00 position.
2. Align the ion source with the vacuum interface, making sure that the latches on the
ion source are aligned with the sockets in the vacuum interface.
3. Push the ion source gently against the vacuum interface and then rotate the ion
source latches, shown in Figure 7-1 on page 83, fully downwards to lock the ion
source into place.
Connect the Sample Tubing and Cables for Sample
Introduction with the TurboIonSpray Probe
If you are using the optional CDS, refer to the CDS Operator Guide to install the CDS and
connect the tubing and cables.
1. Insert a 30 cm piece of red PEEK tubing into the sample tubing nut at the top of the
TurboIonSpray probe.
WARNING! Toxic Chemical Hazard: Make sure that the sample tubing nut is
tightened properly before operating this equipment. If the sample tubing nut is
not tight, the sample may leak, and you may be exposed to dangerous chemicals.
WARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard: Do not bypass the grounding union
connection. The grounding union provides safety grounding between the mass
spectrometer and the sample introduction device.