Warning: To avoid burn injuries, allow the ion block assembly to cool before
performing this procedure.
Important: Ensure that the instrument is powered-off before performing this procedure.
To remove the ion block:
1. Remove the source enclosure (see Removing the source enclosure from the instrument
(Page 28)).
2. Remove the PEEK cone clamp and the gas cone by pulling the cone clamp away from the
instrument (see Replacing the aperture disc (Page 32)).
3. Loosen and remove the two screws securing the ion block to the instrument using the 2.5-
mm hex wrench.
Figure 3–5: Ion block
Ion block Slot
Restrictor Screws
4. Remove the ion block from the source housing.
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