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Advanced Troubleshooting
Replacing Components of the Ion Source
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IMPORTANT When assembling the source and optics block, take extra care to ensure the
blocks are centered properly and that the ion source cartridge provided with the
instrument can easily slide in and out of the assembly.
21. Slide the source interface board and source block onto the tray without damaging or
disconnecting the wires.
Figure 154. Sliding the Source Block onto the Analyzer Tray
22. Reattach the two screws to the back of the ion source.
Figure 155. Reconnecting the Source Block to the Analyzer Tray
Screws
23. Reattach the repeller plate and insulating spacers.
24. Insert the thumbscrew-repeller spacers into a groove in the thumbscrew.
Wires
Source
Interface
Board
Source Heater
Block
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