User guide

DuoSpray™ Ion Source User Reference
System User Guide
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AB SCIEX TripleTOF
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Clean the Electrode Tube
Clean the electrode tube periodically, or when performance decreases.
This procedure applies to both the TurboIonSpray and APCI probes. Use this procedure to
remove the electrode tube for cleaning. If the electrode tube cannot be cleaned, then use this
procedure to replace it with a new part.
1. Remove the ion source from the mass spectrometer. Refer to Remove the Ion
Source on page 96.
2. Remove the probe from the ion source. Refer to Remove the Probe on page 96.
3. Remove the electrode adjustment nut. Hold the probe with the tip pointing
downwards so the spring remains inside the probe as the electrode tube is
withdrawn. Refer to Figure 7-4.
4. Pull the PEEK union and the attached electrode tube from the probe. Refer to
Figure 7-4.
5. Use the 1/4 inch open-ended wrench to remove the retaining nut that holds the
electrode tube in the PEEK union.
WARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard: Remove the ion source from the mass
spectrometer before starting any maintenance procedures.
Figure 7-4 Probe - expanded view
Item Description
1 Electrode adjustment nut
2 PEEK union
3Spring
4 Bronze retaining ring
5 Electrode tip
6 Sprayer tube
7 Electrode tube
8 1/4-inch retaining nut
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2
4
8
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