Thermo Scientific TSQ Quantum GC, User Manual

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Maintenance
Cleaning Ion Source Components
Thermo Scientific TSQ Quantum XLS and TSQ Quantum GC User Guide 95
6. Reconnect the 3-pin connector to the lead pins on the L1, L2, and L3 lenses. See
Figure 48 .
7. Reinsert the capillary column into the ion source.
a. Using the I/R tool, remove the ion volume. See “Removing the Ion Volume” on
page 73 .
b. Push the capillary column in until you can see it in the ion source.
c. Pull the column back just far enough that you cannot see it.
d. Tighten the transfer line nut and transfer line union.
e. Using the I/R tool, install the ion volume. See “Installing the Ion Volume” on
page 80 .
8. Close and secure the cover to the ion source vacuum manifold.
Cleaning the Lenses of the TSQ Quantum GC Ion Source
If cleaning the ion volume does not restore system performance, clean the ion source lenses.
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To clean the ion source lenses
1. Shut down and vent the system. See “Shutting Down the System Completely” on
page 49 .
2. Remove the ion source. See “Removing the TSQ Quantum XLS Ion Source” on page 89 .
3. Remove the ion source lens assembly from the ion source and disassemble it. See
“Removing the L1, L2, L3 Lens Assembly and the Q00 Quadrupole Lens Assembly” on
page 91 .
4. Clean the lenses and the spacers. See “Cleaning Stainless Steel Parts” on page 113 and
“Cleaning Non-Stainless Steel or Hybrid Part” on page 115 , respectively.
5. Reassemble the ion source lens assembly and install it onto the ion source. See
“Reassembling the L1, L2, L3 Lens Assembly” on page 93 .
Note Lens L4 requires cleaning less often than lens L1, L2, and L3.
CAUTION Shock Hazard . Unplug the TSQ Quantum GC before proceeding.
CAUTION Burn Hazard. The ion source might be hot. Allow the ion source to cool to
room temperature before touching it.