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In general it is recommended to exchange the ion sources or service the
components once the warning message appears.
After maintenance of the ion sources, push the counter indication in the
menu window and set the counter to zero.
5.6.2.5 Maintenance of the ion source
To reduce the downtime during maintenance it is recommended to use a second fully
equipped Triple Ion Source, hence the instrument will be ready to use within 10
minutes by exchanging the complete Triple Ion Source component.
Following parts should be checked respectively replaced or cleaned
Assembly
Task
Cycle
Ion Source components of
the cartridge system
Replace cathodes and
anode or replace complete
ion source cartridge (~15min
downtime)
350 h as indicated by
operating hours counter
Clean all components of the
ion source
350 h
Clean the ion source
- as necessary
- if ion source is unstable
- in the event of short-circuit
Worn cathodes and anode impair the cutting power of the system!
