Waters TQ Detector User Manual

5-62 Maintenance Procedures
Cleaning the IonSABRE APCI probe tip
Clean the APCI probe tip when a buffer buildup is detected on the probe tip or
when the signal intensity weakens.
To clean the APCI probe tip
1. Stop the liquid flow.
2. In the Tune window, click Gas to start the desolvation gas flow.
3. In the Source tab, set Desolvation to 650 L/hr.
4. Set APcI Probe Temp to 650 °C.
5. Click Operate .
6. Wait 10 minutes.
Rationale: The high APCI probe heater temperature removes any
chemical contamination from the probe tip.
Replacing the IonSABRE APCI probe sample capillary
Replace the stainless steel sample capillary in the APCI probe if it becomes
blocked and cannot be cleared, or if it becomes contaminated or damaged.
Removing the existing capillary
Required materials:
• Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
• Needle-nose pliers
•7-mm wrench
•8-mm wrench
•2.5-mm Allen wrench

Waters TQ Detector Specifications

General

Brand	Waters
Model	TQ Detector
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English