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Valve pod spindle
Diverter valve pod
4. Remove the rotor seal from the front of the valve pod spindle.
5. Dispose of the used stator and rotor seal in accordance with local environmental
regulations.
6. Fit the new rotor seal into place by carefully matching the alignment pins with the
corresponding slots on the front of the valve pod spindle.
7. Fit the stator to the front of the pod, taking care to align the bolt holes on the stator with the
bolt holes on the pod, and insert and screw in the retaining bolts at the front of the stator
using the 9/16-inch hex wrench.
Note: Evenly tighten the 3 hex bolts to ensure an adequate seal.
8. Inspect the tubing and fittings prior to reconnecting and replace if signs of damage or
leaking are visible.
E.4.2.2
Replacing the diverter valve pod
Replace the diverter valve pod if it becomes irretrievably damaged.
See also: Replacing the diverter valve stator and rotor seal
Required materials
• Protective eyewear
• Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
• Diverter valve pod (Stainless steel or Titanium)
To replace the ACQUITY diverter valve pod:
1. Stop the flow from the LC, ensure that the QDa detector is in standby mode, and
disconnect the power cable from the ACQUITY diverter valve.
2. Disconnect the fluidics tubing from the pod stator on the front of the diverter valve.
3. Unscrew the diverter valve pod collar and remove it.
4. Retract the diverter valve pod from the valve.
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