Multimode Source for 6410 Triple Quad LC/MS User Guide
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Basic Operation and Maintenance
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To clean the multimode source weekly
To clean the multimode source weekly
The cleaning procedure for cleaning the multimode source weekly is similar to
the procedure for cleaning the source daily. The main difference is that the
multimode source is removed from the instrument.
Before you begin, check that you have:
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Abrasive paper, 8000 grit (p/n 8660-0852)
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Cloths, clean, lint-free (p/n 05980-60051)
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Cotton swabs (p/n 5080-5400)
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Gloves
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Mobile phase from the current method, or clean isopropanol, reagent
grade or better
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Wash bottle
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Water, reagent-grade or better
1
Do the steps in
“To remove the multimode source”
on page 23.
2
Fill the spray chamber with clean mobile phase, or with a mixture of
isopropanol and water.
3
Scrub the corona insulator and the interior of the spray chamber with a
clean cotton swab.
4
Empty the spray chamber.
5
Wipe the interior of the spray chamber with a clean, lint-free cloth.
N O T E
Recent residue should be soluble in the mobile phase. If you are not sure what mobile
phase was used recently, a mixture of 50% isopropanol and 50% water works well as a
general cleaning solution.
WA R N I N G
Some mobile phases are hazardous chemicals. Use caution that is appropriate for
the current mobile phase.
WA R N I N G
The inside of the spray chamber has sharp edges, such as on the separator. Pay
close attention when you wipe the interior of the spray chamber.