Remove the Probe
WARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard. Remove the ion source from the mass
spectrometer before starting this procedure. Follow all electrical safe work
practices.
CAUTION: Potential System Damage. Do not let the protruding electrode tip or the corona
discharge needle touch any part of the ion source housing, to avoid damaging the probe.
Prerequisite Procedures
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The probe can be removed quickly and easily, without tools. Always remove the ion source from
the mass spectrometer before changing probes or performing maintenance on the probe.
1. Loosen the sample tubing nut and then disconnect the sample tubing from the probe.
2. Loosen the retaining ring that secures the probe on the ion source housing.
3. Gently pull the probe straight up out of the tower.
4. Put the probe on a secure, clean surface.
Replace the Electrode
WARNING! Electrical Shock Hazard. Remove the ion source from the mass
spectrometer before starting this procedure. Follow all electrical safe work
practices.
WARNING! Puncture Hazard. Be careful when handling the electrode. The tip of the
electrode is extremely sharp.
Prerequisite Procedures
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The probe contains an electrode. Replace the electrode when there is a decrease in
performance.
Service and Maintenance — Ion Source
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