Cleaning The Sampling Cone Assembly; Removing The Sampling Cone Assembly From The Source - Waters Xevo TQ-S Operator's, Overview And Maintenance Manual

Cleaning the sampling cone assembly

You can remove the sampling cone assembly (comprising the sample cone,
O-ring, and cone gas nozzle) for cleaning without venting the instrument.

Removing the sampling cone assembly from the source

Required materials
Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
To remove the sampling cone assembly from the source:
Warning:
Standby mode before commencing this procedure.
Warning:
the source enclosure open if one or both of these conditions apply:
• An ESI probe is fitted (the probe tip is sharp).
• A corona pin is fitted (the pin tip is sharp).
Warning:
while working with the source enclosure open.
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The source components can be contaminated with
Warning:
biohazardous and/or toxic materials. Always wear
chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves while performing this
procedure.
To avoid electric shock, ensure that the instrument is in
To avoid puncture wounds, take great care while working with
The source can be hot. To avoid burn injuries, take great care