Thermo Scientific TSQ 9610 Hardware Manual page 182

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Advanced Troubleshooting
Replacing Components of the Analyzer
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5. Slide the ion guide and endcap back into the analyzer tray.
Figure 132. Rejoining the Ion Guide to the Quadrupole
Ion Guide
6. Reattach the four screws but do not tighten.
7. Position the Q1 entrance lens endcap as close to level as possible.
8. Insert the quad and ion guide into the Q1 entrance lens endcap.
9. Insert the Q1 quad assembly and the collision cell assembly onto the analyzer tray.
10. Tighten the scares on the entrance lens endcap.
CAUTION - INSTRUMENT DAMAGE Do not overtighten the endcap screws. If torque
exceeds 1.5 N•m, thread damage will occur.
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ATTENTION DOMMAGES À L'INSTRUMENT Ne serrez pas les vis du bouchon de façon
excessive. Si le couple dépasse 1,5 N•m, le fil sera endommagé
IMPORTANT For optimal performance, the quadrupole ceramics must fit straight and
securely in the endcap and be aligned so that the collision cell is level with the tray.
Slightly tighten each screw several times going from one to another until all are securely
tightened.
Q1 Quad Assembly
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