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5.6.2.6 Dismantling the ion source
Caution
– avoid contamination from external elements (dust, dirt, etc.)
The ion source may malfunction due to contamination.
Protective gloves must be worn for all work carried out on the ion sources!
All work must be carried out in a clean, dust-free environment.
Caution!
There is a danger due to high temperatures > 65 °C
around the ion source during operation.
Personal injury (e.g. burns) may occur.
You must wait until the ion source has cooled down
sufficiently before beginning any work on it.
To dismantle the ion source form the system, proceed as follows:
1. Swivel the microscope aside.
2. Remove the cover flange as described in chapter 5.6.2.6
Cover flange removed:
3. Unscrew the two screws (with a centre hole) on the ion source with a hex
screw driver.
4. Place the screws on a clean cloth.
Shutter
Triple ion source
