Waters ACQUITY QDa - Removing the Ion Guide Assembly from the Source Assembly

June 28, 2016, 715003956 Rev. C
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3.9.1 Removing the ion guide assembly from the source assembly
Required materials:
• Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
• 3-mm Allen wrench
• 2.5-mm Allen wrench
• Flat-blade screwdriver
To remove the ion guide assembly from the source assembly:
1. Remove the source enclosure from the instrument (see page page 28).
2. Remove the 4 screws securing the pumping block to the instrument, using the 3-mm Allen
wrench.
3. Carefully pull the pumping block away from the instrument, removing it.
Note: The ion guide assembly is attached to the rear side of the pumping block.
Warning: To avoid personal contamination with biohazards or toxic materials, always wear
chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves while performing this procedure.
Warning: To avoid puncture injuries from the sharp calibration pin, use care when
removing it from and replacing it in the ion block.
Warning: To avoid burn injuries, allow the source enclosure and source components to
cool before performing this procedure.
Notice: To avoid damaging the StepWave ion guide assembly, handle it and its
components carefully throughout the cleaning procedure. In particular, do not touch the
wiring.