Waters SYNAPT G2 - Cleaning the T-Wave Ion Guide Assembly Aperture Plate; Cleaning the T-Wave Ion Guide

5-52 Maintenance Procedures
4. Using the jeweler’s screwdriver, remove the 3 screws securing the
aperture plate to the assembly.
5. Remove the aperture plate from the assembly.
Requirement: Do not further disassemble the T-Wave ion guide.
Cleaning the T-Wave ion guide assembly aperture plate
Required materials
• Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
• Glass-fiber pen
• Source of oil-free, inert gas (for example, nitrogen).
To clean the aperture plate
1. Using the glass-fiber pen, gently remove ion burn marks from the
aperture plate
Requirement: Pay particular attention to the inner surfaces of the
aperture plate.
2. Visually inspect the aperture plate to ensure that no fibers from the
glass-fiber pen remain on the plate.
Tip: If fibers are present, blow them off the aperture plate with inert,
oil-free gas.
Cleaning the T-Wave ion guide
Required materials
• Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
• Wash bottle containing HPLC-grade (or better) methanol
• Large beaker
Warning: The aperture plate can be contaminated with
biohazardous and/or toxic materials. Always wear
chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves while performing this
procedure.