Securing screws
Ion block
4.
If your ion block includes the slot on the right-hand side near the top, insert the short end of
the hex wrench and, using the long end, lever the wrench from side to side to break the
seal between the ion block and the source housing (see the figure below).
Note:
Do not insert any other implement to break the seal between the ion block and the
source housing.
Figure 3–6: Removing the ion block
Slot
2.5 mm hex wrench
Leverage path
5.
Remove the ion block from the source housing.
3.8.4 Cleaning the source components
Required materials
• Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
• Appropriately sized glass vessels in which to completely immerse components when cleaning.
Use only glassware not previously cleaned with surfactants.
• HPLC-grade (or better) methanol
• HPLC-grade (or better) water
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