To prepare the instrument:
1.
Ensure the mass spectrometer is in Standby mode.
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For a Xevo TQ, in the MassLynx Tune window, click Standby
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For mass spectrometers other than the Xevo TQ, in the MassLynx
Tune window, click Source Standby
2.
Set the source temperature to 30 °C.
3.
Wait 30 minutes, to allow the source to cool.
The API gas flow stops automatically when you click Source
Note:
Standby.
Exception:
the API gas flow.
The relevant instrument's operator's guide.
See also:
Removing the source enclosure from the mass spectrometer
Requirements:
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You must remove the currently fitted source enclosure from the mass
spectrometer before installing the TRIZAIC UPLC source enclosure.
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For a SYNAPT mass spectrometer, you must install the source adaptor
housing after removing the SYNAPT source enclosure (see
Required materials
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Chemical-resistant, powder-free gloves
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Needle-nose pliers
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Source adaptor housing
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Preparing the System
For a Xevo TQ, in the Tune window, click API
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to stop
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