Replacing The Esi Probe Sample Capillary; Removing The Existing Capillary - Waters Xevo TQD Operator's, Overview And Maintenance Manual

Replacing the ESI probe sample capillary

Replace the stainless steel sample capillary in the ESI probe if it becomes
blocked and cannot be cleared, or if it becomes contaminated or damaged.

Removing the existing capillary

Required materials
• Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
• Combined 2.5-mm Allen wrench and cone extraction tool
• 7-mm wrench
• 8-mm wrench
• 10-mm wrench
• Needle-nose pliers
To remove the existing capillary:
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:
the probe with care.
1. Remove the probe from the source (see
2. Retrieve the combined 2.5-mm Allen wrench and cone extraction tool
from its storage location on the source adaptor housing.
The probe and source components can be contaminated
The probe and source can be hot. To avoid burn injuries, take
The ESI probe tip is sharp. To avoid puncture wounds, handle
page 3-4).
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