5-38 Maintenance Procedures
Cleaning the ion block assembly
Clean the ion block assembly if cleaning the sample cone, cone gas nozzle, and
extraction cone fails to increase signal sensitivity.
Disassembling the source ion block assembly
Required materials
• Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
• Combined 2.5-mm Allen wrench and cone extraction tool
• O-ring removal kit
• Needle-nose pliers
To disassemble the ion block assembly
Warning: The ion block assembly can be contaminated with
biohazardous and/or toxic materials. Always wear
chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves while performing this
procedure.
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