MS Detector Maintenance
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Removing the Q0 and Q1 Ion Guides
Two adjustable mounting brackets hold the Q0 and Q1 ion guides in position
against the baffle on the top cover plate of the vacuum manifold. See
Figure 4-14.
Use the following procedure to remove the Q0 and Q1 ion guides from the top
cover plate.
1. Prepare a clean work area by covering the area with lint-free paper. Place
each part on the paper as you remove it.
2. Disconnect the electrical leads to the Q0 quadrupole, lens L1, gate lens,
and Q1 octapole.
3. Hold the Q0 quadrupole and lens L1 with one hand; loosen and remove
the two thumb screws that hold the Q0 ion guide mounting bracket to the
top cover plate of the vacuum manifold. See Figure 4-14.
4. Remove the Q0 quadrupole and lens L1.
5. Hold the Q1 octapole and gate lens with one hand; loosen and remove the
two thumb screws that hold the Q1 ion guide mounting bracket to the top
cover plate of the vacuum manifold. See Figure 4-14.
6. Remove the Q1 octapole and gate lens.
Go on to the next topic: Cleaning the Q0 and Q1 Ion Guides.
Note. Wear clean, lint-free, nylon or cotton gloves when you handle the ion
guides.
Caution. Be careful not to bend or break the lead pins on the Q0 quadrupole
and Q1 octapole.