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Replacing the source assembly seals
December 6, 2012, 71500126802IVD Rev. C 121
Replacing the source assembly seals
To avoid possible excessive leakage of solvent vapor into the laboratory
atmosphere, the following seals must be renewed at intervals of no greater
than 1 year:
• Source enclosure door seal
• Source enclosure door glass seal
• Source enclosure housing seal
• Source enclosure side flange seal
• Probe adjuster assembly probe seal
• Probe adjuster assembly flange seal
To complete this procedure, you must pressure test the source, as described in
the Waters Micromass Source Pressure Test Unit Operator’s Guide .
Removing the source enclosure from the instrument
Required materials:
• Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
• 5-mm Allen wrench
To remove the source enclosure
1. Vent and shut-down the instrument (see the mass spectrometer’s online
Help for details) .
Warning:
To avoid possible excessive leakage of solvent vapor
into the laboratory atmosphere, the seals listed below must be
renewed, at intervals of no greater than 1 year, exactly as
described in this section.
Warning:
The source components can be contaminated with
biohazardous and/or toxic materials. Always wear
chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves while performing this
procedure.
Warning:
The source can be hot. To avoid burn injuries, allow it
to cool for at least 30 minutes before proceeding.