How do I clean the Mass analyser source and cone?
Source and cone cleaning:
- Clean the source with 1-3% formic acid (soak in a beaker, then sonicate for 30 min.)
- Clean the cone with MeOH and a specific cloth
Notes on the cone and its cleaning:
The new spring plus valve system allows the cone to be unscrewed without releasing the vacuum (tip: clean the cone once per week). The cone should be cleaned superficially each day with methanol, abrasive paper and a lint-free cloth.
We recommend cleaning the Mass analyser daily
To ensure the good upkeep of your puriFlash MS, we recommend performing the following daily operations:
Clean the cone superficially methanol, abrasive paper and a lint-free cloth.
Clean the source capillary by passing make-up solvent through it at the end of each run.