Removing the corona pin 3-9
To remove the corona pin
1. In the ACQUITY UPLC Console, click Standby , and confirm that
the Operate indicator is not illuminated.
2.
Open the instrument’s access door.
3. Open the source enclosure door by releasing both spring-clips and
lowering the door towards you.
4. Use the needle-nose pliers to remove the corona pin from its mounting
contact. Store the corona pin in a safe location. (See the figure “Source,
showing the corona pin, ESi probe tip, and sample cone” on page 3-8.)
Warning: The ACQUITY UPLC system connections, corona pin,
ESI probe, and source can be contaminated with biohazardous
and/or toxic materials. Always wear chemical-resistant,
powder-free gloves while performing this procedure.
Warning: To avoid electric shock, ensure that the instrument is in
Standby mode when commencing this procedure.
Warning: The source can be hot. To avoid burn injuries, take
great care while working with the instrument’s access door open.
Warning: The probe tip is sharp. To avoid puncture wounds, take
great care while working with the source enclosure door open if
an ESI probe is fitted.
Caution: Do not apply any downward force to the source
enclosure door while the door is open.
Warning: The corona pin tip is sharp. To avoid puncture wounds,
handle the corona pin with care.
Caution: To avoid damaging to the corona pin’s tip and bending
the pin, use the needle-nose pliers to grip the corona pin at the
end that fits into the mounting contact.
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