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Considerations specific to the Quattro Premier XE Combined APPI and APCI Source Solvent leakage hazard The source exhaust system is designed to be robust and leak-tight. Waters recommends you perform a hazard analysis, assuming a maximum leak into the laboratory atmosphere of 10% LC eluate.
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High temperature hazard To avoid burn injuries, avoid touching the source enclosure Warning: with your hand when operating or servicing the instrument. Mass spectrometer high temperature hazard Source enclosure assembly...
High voltage hazard Warning: • To avoid electric shock, do not remove the mass spectrometer’s protective panels. The components they cover are not user-serviceable. • To avoid nonlethal electric shock when the instrument is in Operate mode, avoid touching the areas marked with the high voltage warning symbol.
Intended use Waters designed the Quattro Premier™ XE Combined APPI and APCI Source option instrument to be used with a Quattro Premier XE Mass Spectrometer. The instrument is intended for use as a research tool to deliver authenticated mass measurement in both MS and MS/MS modes.
When analyzing samples from a complex matrix such as soil, tissue, serum/plasma, whole blood, etc., note that the matrix components can adversely affect LC/MS results, enhancing or suppressing ionization. To minimize these matrix effects, Waters recommends you adopt the following measures: •...
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Trademarks ......................ii Customer comments .................... iii Contacting Waters ....................iv Safety considerations ..................iv Considerations specific to the Quattro Premier XE Combined APPI and APCI Source.................... v Safety advisories ....................vii Operating this instrument ................viii Symbols ......................viii Intended use.....................
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Warnings that apply to particular instruments, instrument components, and sample types ..................A-3 Caution symbol ....................A-5 Warnings that apply to all Waters instruments ......... A-5 Electrical and handling symbols ..............A-13 Electrical symbols ..................A-13 Handling symbols ..................A-14...
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B Materials of Construction and Compliant Solvents ..... B-1 Preventing contamination ................B-2 Items exposed to solvent ................B-2 Solvents used to prepare mobile phases ............ B-3 Index ..................... Index-1 Table of Contents...
APPI, APCI, and Dual APPI/APCI Modes This chapter describes the Quattro Premier™ XE Combined APPI and APCI Source operation modes. Contents Topic Page APPI mode APCI mode Dual APPI/APCI mode...
APPI mode In atmospheric pressure photoionization (APPI) mode, the source is fitted with an APCI probe, and the APPI lamp drive assembly is advanced into the source. “APCI probe” on page 2-2 “APPI lamp drive assembly” on See also: page 2-2.
APCI mode Atmospheric Pressure Chemical Ionization (APCI) produces singly-charged protonated or deprotonated molecules for a large range of nonvolatile analytes. In APCI mode, the source fitted with an APCI corona pin. The APPI lamp drive assembly is not used, and is retracted from the source. APCI mode APCI probe Sample cone...
Dual APPI/APCI mode Dual APPI/APCI mode enables rapid switching between ionization modes, and allows high throughput (for example, for sample screening). The standard corona pin is replaced with a specially-shaped dual APPI/APCI corona pin, so that the APPI lamp holder can be advanced into the source for dual APPI/APCI operation.
The Combined APPI/APCI Source This chapter describes the Quattro Premier XE Combined APPI and APCI Source components and how to install and remove the source. Contents Topic Page Combined APPI/APCI Source Installing the Combined APPI/APCI Source Removing the Combined APPI/APCI Source...
The Combined APPI/APCI Source comprises an APCI probe and the APPI lamp drive assembly. APCI probe The APCI probe is the standard probe used by the Quattro Premier XE for APCI operation. The Waters Quattro Premier XE Mass Spectrometer Operator’s See also: Guide.
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Switching on the UV lamp (from the MassLynx™ Tune window) provides a constant photon output. The intensity of incident radiation upon the sample molecules is varied by manually adjusting the distance between the UV lamp and probe tip, using the handle on the APPI lamp drive assembly to move the whole assembly on its mounting shaft.
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APPI lamp drive assembly showing the UV lamp and repeller electrode APPI source enclosure side plate UV lamp Repeller electrode APPI lamp drive assembly fitted to the source enclosure Source enclosure APPI lamp drive APCI probe assembly Sample cone UV lamp and repeller electrode The Combined APPI/APCI Source...
Installing the APPI lamp drive assembly and APCI probe To complete this procedure, you must perform a pressure test on the Note: source, as described in the Waters Source Pressure Test Unit Operator’s Guide. Required materials • Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves •...
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To avoid puncture wounds, take care if removing an Warning: ESI probe; the probe tip is sharp. If an ESI probe is fitted, remove the probe. The Waters Quattro Premier XE Mass Spectrometer Operator’s See also: Guide. To avoid damage, do not apply any downward force to Caution: the source enclosure door while the door is open.
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15. Connect the APPI drive cable (part number 4170075CC1), between the APPI lamp drive assembly APPI electrical connection and the APPI connector on the instrument front panel. The Waters Quattro Premier XE Mass Spectrometer Operator’s See also: Guide. 16. Connect the HT cable (part number M955286BC1), between the APPI lamp drive assembly’s HV electrical connection and the HV connector on...
Removing the APCI probe and APPI lamp drive assembly To complete this procedure, you must perform a pressure test on the Note: source, as described in the Waters Source Pressure Test Unit Operator’s Guide. Required materials • Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves •...
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16. Tighten the three securing thumbscrews. 17. Close the source enclosure door, and fasten the securing clips. 18. Fit the required probe to the source. The Waters Quattro Premier XE Mass Spectrometer Operator’s See also: Guide. Removing the Combined APPI/APCI Source...
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19. Close the instrument’s front access door. To confirm the integrity of the source exhaust Warning: system, you must perform a pressure test on the source, as described in the Waters Source Pressure Test Unit Operator’s Guide. 20. Perform a pressure test on the source. 2-10...
Operating in APPI, APCI, and Dual APPI/APCI Modes This chapter describes operation of the Quattro Premier XE Combined APPI and APCI Source. Contents: Topic Page Operating in APPI mode Operating in APCI mode 3-10 Operating in Dual APPI/APCI mode 3-13...
Operating in APPI mode Required materials • Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves • Lint-free cloth • Methanol or isopropyl alcohol • Needle-nose pliers To prepare the source for operation in APPI mode If the Combined APPI/APCI Source is not already fitted on the instrument, install it as described in “Installing the Combined APPI/APCI Source”...
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To avoid self-contamination with toxic and Warning: biohazardous materials, always wear chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves while handling the components. To avoid electric shock, ensure that the instrument is Warning: in standby while working with the instrument’s front access door open. To avoid burn injuries, take great care while working Warning: with the instrument’s front access door open.
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To confirm that the UV lamp is operating correctly On the MassLynx Tune window, click Ion Mode > APPI+. The MassLynx Tune window APPI+ Source tab Click to start the nitrogen flow. Click Press for Operate, and confirm that the instrument status indicator is green.
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Wait for three minutes for the desolvation gas to cool the probe. Click to stop the nitrogen flow. To make the HPLC pump and column connections On the MassLynx Tune window, click Press for Standby, and confirm that the instrument status indicator is red. To avoid self-contamination with toxic and Warning: biohazardous materials, always wear chemical-resistant,...
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Pump and column connections to the APCI probe Zero dead volume T-piece LC column APCI probe Syringe pump HPLC pump To obtain an ion beam and tune the instrument for APPI mode On the MassLynx Tune window, click Ion Mode > APPI+. On the APPI+ Source tab, set Repeller to 0 kV.
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APCI probe position Repeller electrode APCI probe Lamp window Sample cone tip Set the parameters to the recommended values shown in the following table. Recommended Tune window APPI+ Source tab parameters Parameter Recommended value Voltages Repeller (kV) 1.50 Cone (V) Extractor (V) RF Lens (V) Temperatures...
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Ion Energy 2 Multiplier* Collision Cell Pressure (mbar) * The value stated for Multiplier is typical; in practice, you should use the value determined by the Waters Field Service Engineer during installation of the instrument. Click to start the nitrogen flow.
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13. Select the correct syringe type. The Waters Quattro Premier XE Operator’s Guide. See also: 14. Set Syringe, Pump Flow to 10 µL/min. 15. Click to start the syringe pump. 16. On the Tune window, click the Function 1 box.
• The probe is hot and may damage the UV lamp assembly. 20. Tune the instrument as detailed in the Waters Quattro Premier XE Mass Spectrometer Operator’s Guide. Also, optimize the UV lamp position, and adjust the Tune window Source tab Repeller (kV) parameter, to give the maximum peak intensity.
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Click to stop the nitrogen flow. To avoid self-contamination with toxic and Warning: biohazardous materials, always wear chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves while handling the components.The probe and source may be contaminated with biologically hazardous materials. To avoid electric shock, ensure that the instrument is Warning: in standby while working with the instrument’s front access door open.
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Caution: mode, ensure that the lamp drive assembly is fully retracted from the source enclosure. Obtain an ion beam and tune the instrument as described in the Waters Quattro Premier XE Mass Spectrometer Operator’s Guide. 3-12 Operating in APPI, APCI, and Dual APPI/APCI Modes...
Operating in Dual APPI/APCI mode Required materials • Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves • Lint-free cloth • Methanol or isopropyl alcohol • Needle-nose pliers To prepare the source for operation in dual APPI/APCI mode If the Combined APPI/APCI Source is not already fitted on the instrument, install it as described in “Installing the Combined APPI/APCI Source”...
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To avoid self-contamination with toxic and Warning: biohazardous materials, always wear chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves at all times while handling the components. To avoid electric shock, ensure that the instrument is Warning: in standby while working with the instrument’s front access door open.
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Use the needle-nose pliers to fit the dual APPI/APCI corona pin into the mounting contact. Ensure that the pin tip aligns with the sample cone tip. Combined APPI/APCI corona pin alignment For clarity, the lamp drive assembly is not shown. Note: APCI probe Combined...
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APPI+/APcI+ Source tab Click to start the nitrogen flow. Click Press for Operate and confirm that the adjacent instrument status indicator is green. Click Switch Lamp On and confirm that the Lamp readback is green. Click Switch Lamp Off and confirm that the Lamp readback is red. Click Press for Standby, and confirm that the instrument status indicator is red.
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To obtain ion beams and tune the instrument for dual APPI/APCI mode On the MassLynx Tune window, click Ion Mode > APcI+ or Ion Mode > APPI+. Click Options > Multiple ion modes > Dual APPI/APcI. On the APPI+/APcI+ source tab, Function 1 Ion Mode drop-down list, click APPI.
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APPI/APCI mode, ensure that the UV lamp does not touch the dual APPI/APCI corona pin. Obtain an ion beam and tune the instrument for APCI mode. The procedure in the Waters Quattro Premier XE Operator’s See also: Guide. 3-18...
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To create an MS Method file In the MassLynx window, click the MS Method icon. MS Method Editor In the MS Method Editor, click to delete the current entry from the MS Method Editor. Click MS Function Editor Operating in Dual APPI/APCI mode 3-19...
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In the MS Function Editor, Ionization Mode drop-down list, click the required APPI ionization mode (APPI+ or APPI-). Enter the required parameters for the APPI acquisition in the other frames. Click OK. The MS Function Editor closes, and the parameters are now Result: included as the APPI entry in the MS Method Editor.
Maintenance Procedures This chapter describes the maintenance procedures for the Quattro Premier XE Combined APPI and APCI Source. Contents Topic Page General Maintenance schedule Safety and handling Removing O-rings and seals Changing the UV lamp bulb Cleaning the lamp window Replacing the APPI lamp drive assembly O-rings...
General Refer to the Waters Quattro Premier XE Mass Spectrometer Operator’s Guide for details about maintaining the corona pins, source, sample cone, and APCI probe. Maintenance schedule The following table lists periodic maintenance schedules that ensure optimum instrument performance. The maintenance frequencies shown apply to instruments that normally receive moderate use.
Safety and handling Bear in mind the following safety considerations when performing maintenance procedures. To avoid self contamination with toxic and Warning: biohazardous materials, always wear chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves at all times while handling the components. Many of the procedures in this chapter involve the Warning: removal of contaminating deposits using flammable or caustic agents.
Dispose of the O-ring or seal in accordance with local environmental regulations. Changing the UV lamp bulb To complete this procedure, you must perform a pressure test on the Note: source, as described in the Waters Source Pressure Test Unit Operator’s Guide. Required materials • Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves •...
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APPI lamp drive assembly Source enclosure side plate PEEK™ insulator Repeller electrode Repeller electrode retaining screw Insulator retaining screw (2-off) To change the UV lamp bulb To avoid self contamination with toxic and Warning: biohazardous materials, always wear chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves at all times while handling the components.
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Remove the cover cap from the back of the lamp drive assembly. APPI lamp bulb Nylon tube Cover cap (removed from the lamp drive assembly) To avoid breaking the bulb, do not use a screwdriver to Caution: push the bulb out of the lamp drive assembly. Insert the length of 4-mm nylon tube through the back of the lamp drive assembly, and push the bulb forward.
To confirm the integrity of the source exhaust Warning: system, you must perform a pressure test on the source, as described in the Waters Source Pressure Test Unit Operator’s Guide. 12. Fit the APPI lamp drive assembly to the source enclosure and perform a source pressure test.
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To avoid self contamination with toxic and Warning: biohazardous materials, always wear chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves at all times while handling the components. The probe and source may be contaminated with biologically hazardous materials. To avoid electric shock, ensure that the instrument is Warning: in standby while working with the instrument’s front access door open.
Lamp mounting flange O-ring To complete this procedure, you will be required to perform a pressure Note: test on the source, as described in the Waters Source Pressure Test Unit Operator’s Guide. Removing the APPI lamp drive assembly O-rings Required materials •...
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Use the 2.5-mm Allen wrench to remove the two insulator retaining screws. Figure “APPI lamp drive assembly” on page 4-5. See also: Remove the PEEK insulator from the mounting shaft. Use the O-ring removal kit to carefully remove the lamp bulb sealing O-ring from inside the end of the mounting shaft.
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Use the 2.5-mm Allen wrench to unscrew the four captive lamp mounting flange securing screws. Lamp mounting flange Captive securing screw (4-off) Remove the lamp mounting flange from the APPI source enclosure side plate. Use the O-ring removal kit to carefully remove the lamp mounting flange O-ring from the APPI source enclosure side plate.
The O-rings may be contaminated with Warning: biohazardous and/or toxic materials. Ensure that they are correctly disposed of according to local environmental regulations. 10. Dispose of the O-rings in accordance with local environmental regulations. Fitting the new APPI lamp drive assembly O-rings Required materials •...
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Fit the lamp mounting flange to the APPI source enclosure side plate. The securing screws must each be sequentially Caution: tightened a small amount until they are all fully tight; this ensures that the lamp mounting flange is uniformly seated on the APPI source enclosure side plate.
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To prevent damage to the mounting shaft O-rings, the Caution: mounting shaft insertion tool must be fitted to the mounting shaft before fitting the shaft to the lamp mounting flange. Insert the mounting shaft into the lamp mounting flange. Remove the mounting shaft insertion tool from the mounting shaft. Fit the lamp bulb sealing O-ring to the mounting shaft.
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To confirm the integrity of the source exhaust Warning: system, you must perform a pressure test on the source, as described in the Waters Source Pressure Test Unit Operator’s Guide. 23. Perform a pressure test on the source. Replacing the APPI lamp drive assembly O-rings...
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Safety Advisories Waters instruments display hazard symbols designed to alert you to the hidden dangers of operating and maintaining the instruments. Their corresponding user guides also include the hazard symbols, with accompanying text statements describing the hazards and telling you how to avoid them.
Heed all warnings when you install, repair, and operate Waters instruments. Waters assumes no liability for the failure of those who install, repair, or operate its instruments to comply with any safety precaution.
The following warnings can appear in the user manuals of particular instruments and on labels affixed to them or their component parts. Burst warning This warning applies to Waters instruments fitted with nonmetallic tubing. Pressurized nonmetallic, or polymer, tubing can burst. Warning: Observe these precautions when working around such tubing: •...
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Standby mode before touching areas marked with this high voltage warning symbol. Biohazard warning This warning applies to Waters instruments that can be used to process material that might contain biohazards: substances that contain biological agents capable of producing harmful effects in humans.
Chemical hazard warning This warning applies to Waters instruments that can process corrosive, toxic, flammable, or other types of hazardous material. Waters instruments can be used to analyze or Warning: process potentially hazardous substances. To avoid injury with any of these materials, familiarize yourself with the materials and their hazards, observe Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and consult your organization’s safety...
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Attention: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Important: Toute modification sur cette unité n’ayant pas été expressément approuvée par l’autorité responsable de la conformité à la réglementation peut annuler le droit de l’utilisateur à...
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• Keine Schläuche verwenden, die stark geknickt oder überbeansprucht sind. • Nichtmetallische Schläuche nicht für Tetrahydrofuran (THF) oder konzentrierte Salpeter- oder Schwefelsäure verwenden. • Durch Methylenchlorid und Dimethylsulfoxid können nichtmetallische Schläuche quellen; dadurch wird der Berstdruck des Schlauches erheblich reduziert. Warnings that apply to all Waters instruments...
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Attenzione: prestare attenzione durante l’utilizzo dei tubi di polimero pressurizzati: • Indossare sempre occhiali da lavoro protettivi nei pressi di tubi di polimero pressurizzati. • Estinguere ogni fonte di ignizione circostante. • Non utilizzare tubi soggetti che hanno subito sollecitazioni eccessive o son stati incurvati.
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Warnings that apply to all Waters instruments...
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Warning: The user shall be made aware that if the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. Attention: L’utilisateur doit être informé que si le matériel est utilisé d’une façon non spécifiée par le fabricant, la protection assurée par le matériel risque d’être défectueuses.
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Attenzione: per una buona protezione contro i rischi di incendio, sostituire i fusibili con altri dello stesso tipo e amperaggio. Advertencia: sustituya los fusibles por otros del mismo tipo y características para evitar el riesgo de incendio. Warnings that apply to all Waters instruments A-11...
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Warning: To avoid possible electrical shock, disconnect the power cord before servicing the instrument. Attention: Afin d’éviter toute possibilité de commotion électrique, débranchez le cordon d’alimentation de la prise avant d’effectuer la maintenance de l’instrument. Vorsicht: Zur Vermeidung von Stromschlägen sollte das Gerät vor der Wartung vom Netz getrennt werden.
Electrical and handling symbols Electrical symbols These can appear in instrument user manuals and on the instrument’s front or rear panels. Electrical power on Electrical power off Standby Direct current Alternating current Protective conductor terminal Frame, or chassis, terminal Fuse Recycle symbol: Do not dispose in municipal waste.
Handling symbols These handling symbols and their associated text can appear on labels affixed to the outer packaging of Waters instrument and component shipments. Keep upright! Keep dry! Fragile! Use no hooks! A-14 Safety Advisories...
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Materials of Construction and Compliant Solvents To confirm the integrity of the source exhaust Warning: system, you must address any safety issues raised by the contents of this Appendix. Topic Page Preventing contamination Items exposed to solvent Solvents used to prepare mobile phases...
Preventing contamination For information on preventing contamination, refer to Controlling Contamination in LC/MS Systems (part number 715001307). You can find this document on http://www.waters.com; click Services and Support and then Support Center. Items exposed to solvent The items that appear in the following table can be exposed to solvent. You must evaluate the safety issues if the solvents used in your application differ from the solvents normally used with these items.
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