Thermo Scientific TSQ 9610 Hardware Manual page 86

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Performing Routine Maintenance
Removing the Ion Source Cartridge for Cleaning
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21. (Extractabrite Ion Sources) Slide the source holder, which is in the TSQ 9610 Toolkit,
onto the end of the ion source cartridge. The opening of the source holder is designed to
accommodate the handles of the ion volume.
Figure 48. Attaching the Source Holder
Wing of Ion
Volume
Flat surface lines
up with Filament
Hole
Source Holder
22. Twist the holder to disengage the ion source cartridge from the tool.
Note The repeller locking nut is now loose on the repeller spring. Be careful not to
tip the source or the components will fall out.
23. Set the ion source cartridge and holder on a clean surface.
Figure 49. Removing the Ion Source Cartridge
Filament Hole
Ion Volume
Handles Fit Here
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