Cleaning Or Replacing The Corona Pin - Waters SYNAPT G2 Operator's, Overview And Maintenance Manual

Cleaning or replacing the corona pin

Required materials
• Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
• Needle-nose pliers
• HPLC-grade (or better) methanol
• Lint-free tissue
• Lapping film
• New corona pin
To clean or replace the corona pin
Warning:
with biohazardous and/or toxic materials. Always wear
chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves while performing this
procedure.
Warning:
great care while performing this procedure.
Warning:
Standby mode before commencing this procedure.
Warning:
the corona pin with care.
1. Remove the corona pin from the source (see
2. Replace the corona pin if it is deformed or otherwise damaged.
Otherwise, clean the tip of the pin with the lapping film, and then wipe
it clean with a methanol-saturated tissue.
3. If you are replacing the corona pin, dispose of the old pin in accordance
with local environmental regulations.
4. Install the corona pin in the source (see
The probe and source components can be contaminated
The probe and source can be hot. To avoid burn injuries, take
To avoid electric shock, ensure that the instrument is in
The corona pin tip is sharp. To avoid puncture wounds, handle
The corona pin can be contaminated with
Warning:
biohazardous and/or toxic materials. Dispose of it according
to local environmental regulations.
page 5-14).
page 5-12).
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