Removing The Esi Probe; Configuring For Apci Mode - Waters Xevo G2-XS QTof Overview And Maintenance Manual

9. Close the access door to the fluidics valves.

3.2.2 Removing the ESI probe

Required materials
• Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
To remove the ESI probe:
Warning:
To avoid personal contamination with biologically hazardous, toxic, and corrosive
materials, wear chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves when performing this procedure.
Warning:
surfaces marked with the high-voltage warning symbol, ensure that the mass
spectrometer is in Standby mode.
Warning:
source; these components can be hot.
1. Prepare the instrument so that you can work safely on the source (see
instrument for working on the source (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.
5. Carefully remove the ESI probe from the probe adjuster assembly.
6. If available, fit the protective sleeve to the ESI probe tip.

3.3 Configuring for APCI mode

To operate in APCI mode, you must fit the IonSABRE II probe to the LockSpray source
enclosure.
For more information about using APCI mode, see the Xevo G2-XS QTof system online Help.
Note:
If you are using a tool-free APCI probe, to install or remove the probe, see the Waters
Tool-Free Probe Maintenance Guide Supplement (715005492).
Warning:
To avoid harmless, static-like electric shock, only use natural (beige)
PEEK fittings at the top of the probe.
To avoid harmless, static-like electric shock, before you touch any external
To avoid burn injuries, take great care while working with the probe and
Warning:
To avoid puncture wounds, handle the probe with care.
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