Removing The Esi Probe - Waters Xevo TQ MS Operator's, Overview And Maintenance Manual

3 Changing the Mode of Operation

Removing the ESI probe

Required material
Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
Warning:
toxic materials, and to avoid spreading contamination to
uncontaminated surfaces, wear clean, chemical-resistant,
powder-free gloves while performing this procedure. The LC
system connections, ESI probe, and source can be contaminated.
Warning:
prepared for working on the source before commencing this
procedure.
To remove the ESI probe:
1. Prepare the instrument for working on the source (see
instrument for working on the source" on page
2. Disconnect the tubing from the ESI probe.
3. Disconnect the ESI probe's cable from the high voltage connector.
4. Unscrew the probe locking ring.
Warning:
the ESI probe tip is sharp.
5. Carefully remove the ESI probe from the probe adjuster assembly.
6. If available, fit the protective sleeve to the ESI probe tip.
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To avoid personal contamination with biohazards or
To avoid electric shock, ensure that the instrument is
To avoid puncture wounds, handle the probe with care;
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