Thermo Scientific ISQ EC, Operating Manual

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7
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Maintenance and Service
ISQ EC and ISQ EM Mass Spectrometer Operating Manual Page 173
7.4 Routine and Preventive Maintenance
Optimum instrument performance, maximum uptime of the system, and
accurate results can be obtained only if the instrument is in good condition
and properly maintained.
7.4.1 Maintenance Plan
Perform the maintenance procedures in the table on a regular basis. The
frequency given in the table is a suggestion. The optimum frequency for
maintenance depends on several factors, such as the types and amounts of
samples and solvents used with the detector.
Frequency What you should do...
Daily Inspect the connections for signs of leakage or blockage.
Regularly Inspect the connections for damage, such as cracks, nicks,
cuts, or blockage.
Check that all warning labels are still present on the
detector and clearly legible. If they are not, contact
Thermo Fisher Scientific for replacement.
Check the drain tubes:
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Check that the drain tubes properly connect to the drain
ports on the bottom right side of the detector.
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Make sure that the tubes are unclogged and routed
below the level of the drain ports.
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Check the volume of the liquid in the waste container.
Empty the container as needed.
Check all electrical connections to ensure that they are
properly seated.
Annually Have Thermo Fisher Scientific service personnel perform
preventive maintenance once a year.
For details on the service interval, see section 7.4.2,
page 174 .