Fluidigm CyTOF XT - Remove and Clean the Torch Assembly; Remove and Disassemble Torch Assembly

Chapter 4: Maintenance
Remove and Clean the Torch Assembly
116 CyTOF XT User Guide
Remove and Clean the Torch Assembly
The recommended frequency for the torch assembly cleaning is every 3 months.
CAUTION Hot surface hazard. The torch components, the vacuum interface, and
the heater assembly components remain hot for some time after the plasma has
been shut off. Allow sufficient time, at least 20 min, for these items to cool to room
temperature before you handle them.
Remove and Disassemble Torch Assembly
Table 8. Cleaning equipment for torch assembly not provided by Fluidigm.
Parts
Cleaning Equipment
Product Name
Source (Part Number)
Inner and
outer torch
Glassware brushes
Nylon Tube Brushes
and Pipe Cleaner
Restek® (20108)
1 Turn the torch assembly counterclockwise until the pin on the torch assembly becomes
visible in the notch at the top of the torch box.