Thermo Scientific TSQ 9000 Hardware Manual page 169

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Figure 108. Reattaching Quadrupole 1, the Ion Guide, and the Collision Cell Assembly to the
Analyzer Tray
Collision Cell
Tip You will get better signal if you gently push the quadrupole rod endcaps toward one
another while tightening the screws.
11. Reattach the Q3 exit lens assembly and the Q3 quad assembly to the analyzer tray. Ensure
that quadrupole 3 and the collision cell assembly are correctly positioned before
tightening screws.
12. Reattach the two screws on each side of the quadrupole rod endcaps.
Tip The endcaps have cutouts that you should use to check to be sure the ceramics are
aligned properly before attaching the two screws.
Figure 109. Replacing the Collision Cell and Quadrupole 3 in the Analyzer Tray
Q3 Quad
Assembly
Collision Cell
Assembly
Replacing Components of the Analyzer
Screws
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Advanced Troubleshooting
Q1 Quad
Assembly
Ion Guide
Q3 Exit Lens
Assembly
Screws
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