Cleaning the source hexapole assembly 5-47
Cleaning the source hexapole assembly
The source hexapole assembly must be cleaned if cleaning the ion block,
isolation valve, and extraction cone fails to increase signal sensitivity.
Removing the ion block assembly, ion block support, and
hexapole from the source assembly
Required materials:
• Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
• 3-mm Allen wrench
• O-ring removal kit
To remove the ion block assembly, ion block support, and hexapole
1. Remove the ion block assembly from the PEEK ion block support (see
“Removing the ion block assembly from the source assembly” on
page 5-30).
2. Use the 3-mm Allen wrench to unscrew and remove the 3 screws
securing the PEEK ion block support to the adaptor housing.
Warning: The source components can be contaminated with
biohazardous and/or toxic materials. Always wear chemical-
resistant, powder-free gloves while performing this procedure.
Securing screws
PEEK ion block
support
Adaptor housing
Hexapole
assembly