Service and Maintenance — Ion
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The following warnings apply to all of the maintenance procedures in this section.
WARNING! Hot Surface Hazard. Let the Turbo V ion source cool for at least
30 minutes before starting any maintenance procedures. Some surfaces of
the ion source and vacuum interface become hot during operation.
WARNING! Fire and Toxic Chemical Hazard. Keep flammable liquids away
from flame and sparks and use them only in vented chemical fume hoods or
safety cabinets.
WARNING! Toxic Chemical Hazard. Wear personal protective equipment, including
a laboratory coat, gloves, and safety glasses, to avoid skin or eye exposure.
WARNING! Ionizing Radiation Hazard, Biohazard, or Toxic Chemical
Hazard. In the event of a chemical spill, review product safety data sheets
for specific instructions. Make sure that the system is in Standby state
before cleaning a spill near the ion source. Use appropriate personal
protective equipment and absorbent wipes to contain the spill and dispose
of it following local regulations.
WARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard. Avoid contact with the high voltages
applied to the ion source during operation. Put the system in Standby state
before adjusting the sample tubing or other equipment near the ion source.
WARNING! Puncture Hazard, Ionizing Radiation Hazard, Biohazard, or
Toxic Chemical Hazard. Discontinue use of the ion source if the ion
source window is cracked or broken, and then contact a SCIEX Field
Service Employee (FSE). Any toxic or injurious materials introduced in
the equipment will be present in the source exhaust output. Exhaust from
equipment should be vented from the room. Dispose of sharps following
established laboratory safety procedures.
CAUTION: Potential System Damage. Do not lift or carry the ion source with one hand.
The ion source is designed to be lifted or carried using two hands, one on each side of
the ion source.
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