Thermo Orbitrap Fusion Series User Manual

8
Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule
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Maintenance Schedule
Tab le 8 lists the maintenance procedures and their recommended frequency.
For instructions about maintaining the LC modules, refer to that instrument’s manual.
Table 8. Mass spectrometer maintenance procedures and frequency
MS component Procedure Recommended frequency Reference
API source
(EASY-Max NG)
Flush (clean) the sample transfer
line, sample tube, and spray insert.
Daily page 64
Clean the API source housing.
As needed
page 71
Clean the APPI fan filter.
Ion Max NG and
EASY-Max NG
Ion Sources User
Guide
Replace the APPI lamp.
Replace the H-ESI needle insert. If the metal needle is obstructed
Replace the APCI fused-silica
tubing.
If the tubing is obstructed
API source interface Clean the ion sweep cone and spray
cone.
Daily, or more often depending on
analytical conditions
page 72
Remove and clean the ion transfer
tube.
Weekly, or if the ion transfer tube
bore is contaminated or
obstructed
Replace the ion transfer tube. If the bore becomes corroded or
blocked
Clean the exit lens
a
or RF lens.
a
The exit lens is not installed in instruments with the Internal Calibration or ETD option.
As needed, depending on
analytical conditions
page 79
Clean the MP00 RF lens and lens
L0.
As needed, depending on
analytical conditions
Forepump (each) Purge (decontaminate) the oil and
check for leaks.
Daily
Manufacturer’s
manual
Add oil. As needed, based on oil level
Change the oil. Every 12 months of typical use, or
if the oil is cloudy or discolored
Cooling fans Clean the air filter. Every 4 months page 84

Thermo Orbitrap Fusion Series Specifications

General

Brand	Thermo
Model	Orbitrap Fusion Series
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English