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  • Page 1 Agilent 5975/5977 MSD for OpenLAB CDS Operation Manual Agilent Technologies...
  • Page 2 Do not proceed beyond a WARNING notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 3 About This Manual This manual contains information for operating and maintaining the Agilent 5975 through 5977 series of MSD with OpenLAB CDS software. Agilent OpenLAB CDS is a new operating system for Agilent instruments. The Agilent 5977B Series Mass Selective Detector (MSD) is the base instrument described in this manual.
  • Page 4 See the Agilent 5977B MSD System Quick Start document (G7077-90103) for more details on how to install this information on your computer. 5975/5977 Series MSD prior to the 5977B MSD Users of Agilent MSD instruments manufactured prior to the 5977B should refer to the documentation delivered to them when their MSD was purchased.
  • Page 5 Contents About This Manual Hardware User Information 5977B MSD 5975/5977 Series MSD prior to the 5977B MSD Introduction 5977B Series MSD Version Abbreviations Used The 5977B Series MSD MSD Hardware Description Important Safety Warnings Hydrogen Safety GC precautions Precautions Safety and Regulatory Certifications (5977B)
  • Page 6 Operating the MSD from the GC control panel Configuring the MSD through the Web User Interface (WUI) To change the network settings of the MSD Operating the 5975/5977 MSD from the local control panel (LCP) Modes of operation To view system status during startup...
  • Page 7 To Replace a Filament in an EI Ion Source To Install the EI Ion Source To Attach Wiring from the Ion Source to the feedthrough board To Replace the Electron Multiplier Horn To Close the Analyzer Chamber 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 8 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 9 Agilent 5977B Series Agilent 5975/5977 MSD for OpenLAB CDS Operation Manual Introduction 5977B Series MSD Version Abbreviations Used The 5977B Series MSD MSD Hardware Description Important Safety Warnings Hydrogen Safety Safety and Regulatory Certifications (5977B) Cleaning/Recycling the Product Liquid Spillage...
  • Page 10 Turbo pump MSD Electron ionization EI Turbo (EI)/Extractor 5977B EI/CI MSD G7078B Turbo pump MSD Electron ionization (EI)/Extractor Chemical ionization /PCI, NCI Operation in CI mode is not supported on the initial version of OpenLAB CDS 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 11 High-energy dynode (refers to detector and its power supply) Inert Standard EI source constructed from inert materials Inert+ Extractor EI source constructed from inert materials Inside diameter Local Area Network Mass to charge ratio Mass flow controller 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 12 Negative CI Octafluoronaphthalene (calibrant) Positive CI PFDTD Perfluoro-5,8-dimethyl-3,6,9-trioxydodecane (calibrant) PFHT 2,4,6-tris(perfluoroheptyl)-1,3,5-triazine (calibrant) PFTBA Perfluorotributylamine (calibrant) Quad Quadrupole mass filter Radio frequency RFPA Radio frequency power amplifier Torr Unit of pressure, 1 mm Hg Turbo Turbomolecular (pump) 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 13 (roughing) pump weighs an additional 11 kg and is usually located on the floor behind the MSD. The basic components of the instrument are: the frame/cover assemblies, the vacuum system, the GC interface, the electronics, and the analyzer. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 14 Total gas flow into the MSD: column flow plus reagent gas flow (if applicable). Based on helium gas use. For other gases the maximum flow will vary. † Expect degradation of spectral performance and sensitivity. ‡ Direct insertion probe. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 15 Introduction MSD Hardware Description Local control panel 7890B GC 5977B Series MSD power switch Front panel LED GC power switch Figure 1 5977B Series GC/MSD system, shown with Agilent 7890B GC 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 16 The printed circuit boards in the MSD can be damaged by electrostatic discharge. Do not touch any of the boards unless it is absolutely necessary. If you must handle them, wear a grounded wrist strap and take other antistatic precautions. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 17 Combustible materials (or flammable/non-flammable wicking material) placed WARNING under, over, or around the foreline (roughing) pump constitutes a fire hazard. Keep the pan clean, and do not leave absorbent material such as paper towels in it. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 18 When using hydrogen as a carrier gas, remove the large round plastic cover for the MSD transfer line located on the GC left side panel. In the unlikely event of an explosion, this cover may dislodge. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 19 Shutoff valve closure does not shut off the flow of carrier gas. As a result, hydrogen may slowly accumulate in the mass spectrometer. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 20 This does not guarantee that all hydrogen has been removed from the system or that the explosion hazard has been removed. Precautions Take the following precautions when operating a GC/MSD system with hydrogen carrier gas. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 21 • If a power failure occurs while the GC/MSD system is unattended, even if the system has restarted by itself: 1 Immediately turn off the hydrogen at its source. 2 Turn off the GC. 3 Turn off the MSD and allow it to cool for 1 hour. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 22 Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) requirements. Always check for leaks after changing a tank or servicing the gas lines. Always make sure the foreline pump exhaust and GC injection port vents are both vented into a fume hood. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 23 ISO 9001. The 5977B Series MSD is RoHS compliant. Information The Agilent Technologies 5977B Series MSD meets the following IEC (International Electro-technical Commission) classifications: Equipment Class I, Laboratory Equipment, Installation Category II, Pollution Degree 2. This unit has been designed and tested in accordance with recognized safety standards and is designed for use indoors.
  • Page 24 Failure to comply with these precautions violates safety standards of design and the intended use of the instrument. Agilent Technologies assumes no liability for the customer’s failure to comply with these requirements.
  • Page 25 Ensure that all peripheral devices are also certified. Ensure that appropriate cables are used to connect the device to peripheral equipment. Consult your equipment dealer, Agilent Technologies, or an experienced technician for assistance. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Agilent Technologies could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 26 If you plan to move or store your MSD, a few additional precautions are required. The MSD must remain upright at all times; this requires special caution when moving. The MSD should not be left vented to atmosphere for long periods. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 27 (Figure 2 on page 28) counterclockwise until it pops out. The fuse holders are spring loaded. Remove the old fuse from the fuse holder. Install a new fuse in the fuse holder. Reinstall the fuse holder. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 28 Introduction Primary fuses in holders Figure 2 Primary fuses Repeat steps through for the other fuse. Always replace both fuses. Reconnect the MSD power cord to the electrical outlet. Pump down the MSD. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 29 Before you can operate your GC/MSD system, you must select, install, and condition a GC column. This chapter shows you how to install and condition a column. For correct column and flow selection, you must know what type of vacuum system your MSD has. Agilent Technologies...
  • Page 30 Installing GC Columns Columns Many types of GC columns can be used with the MSD but there are some restrictions. During tuning or data acquisition, the rate of column flow into the MSD should not exceed the maximum recommended flow. Therefore, there are limits to column length, diameter, and flow.
  • Page 31 Installing GC Columns Conditioning columns Conditioning a column before it is connected to the GC/MSD interface is essential. See “To Condition a Capillary Column” on page 36. A small portion of the capillary column stationary phase is often carried away by the carrier gas.
  • Page 32 Installing GC Columns Always wear safety glasses when handling capillary columns. Use care to avoid WARNING puncturing your skin with the end of the column. 5977B Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 33 Installing GC Columns To Install a Capillary Column in a Split/Splitless Inlet Materials needed • Gloves, clean • Large (8650-0030) • Small (8650-0029) • Metric ruler • Wrench, open-end, 1/4-inch and 5/16-inch (8710-0510) • Capillary column • Column cutter, ceramic (5181-8836) or diamond (5183-4620) •...
  • Page 34 Installing GC Columns Always wear clean gloves while handling any parts that go inside the GC or analyzer CA UT IO N chambers. Procedure 1 Cool the oven and inlet to room temperature. 2 Wearing clean gloves, press the column through the septum (this takes a bit of pressure).
  • Page 35 Installing GC Columns 7 Position the column so it extends 4 to 6 mm past the end of the ferrule (Figure Insulation cup Reducing nut Capillary column 4 to 6 mm Ferrule (inside nut) Inlet column nut Septum Figure 4 Installing a capillary column for a split/splitless inlet 8 Slide the septum up to the bottom of the nut to fix the correct column insertion length.
  • Page 36 Installing GC Columns To Condition a Capillary Column Materials needed • Carrier gas, (99.9995% pure or better) • Wrench, open-end, 1/4-inch and 5/16-inch (8710-0510) Do not condition your capillary column with hydrogen. Hydrogen accumulation in WARNING the GC oven can result in an explosion. If you plan to use hydrogen as your carrier gas, first condition the column with ultrapure (99.999% or better) inert gas such as helium, nitrogen, or argon.
  • Page 37 Installing GC Columns To Install a Capillary Column in the GC/MS Interface Using the Self-Tightening Column Nut This procedure is for the installation of a capillary column directly into the analyzer using the Agilent recommended self-tightening column nut. Materials needed For the GCMS transfer line tip seals required for models with CI and extraction ion sources see “GCMS transfer line tip seals”...
  • Page 38 Installing GC Columns Procedure 1 Condition the column. (See “To Condition a Capillary Column” on page 36.) The analyzer, GC/MS interface, and other components in the analyzer chamber WARNING operate at very high temperatures. Do not touch any part until you are sure it is cool. Dangerous voltages exist inside the analyzer chamber, which can result in fatal WARNING injury.
  • Page 39 Installing GC Columns 8 Slide the column into the GC/MS interface. For an EI Source Installation (Figure 5), the column extends 1 to 3 mm. Use the flashlight and magnifying loupe, if necessary, to see the end of the column inside the analyzer chamber.
  • Page 40 Installing GC Columns Figure 6 Installing a capillary column in the GC/MS interface Use care when placing the isolation tip on the end of the GC/MS interface to avoid CA UT IO N damaging the column. 12 Install the isolation tip on end of the GC/MS interface. For the CI GC/MS interface and the EI GCMS interface with an extractor EI source (Figure install the tip seal spring, then align and gently slide the tip with knurled...
  • Page 41 Installing GC Columns 13 Gently check the alignment of the ion source and the interface tip seal. When the ion source is aligned correctly, the front analyzer chamber can be closed all the way with no resistance except the spring tension from the interface tip seal.
  • Page 42 Installing GC Columns To Install a Capillary Column in the GC/MS Interface Using a Standard Column Nut This procedure is for the installation of a capillary column directly into the analyzer. There are two types of column nuts that can be used in the GC/MS interface: The standard column nut explained here, and the self tightening column nut explained in the next section.
  • Page 43 Installing GC Columns Procedure Always wear clean gloves while handling any parts that go inside the GC or the CA UT IO N analyzer chambers. The analyzer, GC/MS interface, and other components in the analyzer chamber WARNING operate at very high temperatures. Do not touch any part until you are sure it is cool. 1 Condition the column.
  • Page 44 Installing GC Columns 10 Tighten the nut 1/4 to 1/2 turn. 11 Check the nut’s tightness after one or two heat cycles; tighten additionally as appropriate. Use care when placing the isolation tip on the end of the GC/MS interface to avoid CA UT IO N damaging the column.
  • Page 45 Operating the MSD from the Data System Operating the MSD from the GC control panel Configuring the MSD through the Web User Interface (WUI) Operating the 5975/5977 MSD from the local control panel (LCP) eModule mini display readout Front Panel Instrument Status LED...
  • Page 46 The software and firmware are revised periodically. If the steps in these procedures do CA UT IO N not match your OpenLAB CDS, refer to the manuals and online help supplied with the software for more information. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 47 Operating in Electron Ionization (EI) Mode Operating the MSD from the GC control panel This section only applies to the 5977B MSD. For earlier 5975/5977 MSD models, refer to “Operating the 5975/5977 MSD from the local control panel (LCP)”on page 54.
  • Page 48 Press the down arrow to scroll to Firmware. To view the serial number of the MSD from the GC control panel Press MS/Aux Det to bring up the 5977B MSD menu. Press the down arrow to scroll to Serial#. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 49 Press the down arrow to scroll to MSD BOOTP. To enable BOOTP, press On/Yes. To disable BOOTP, press Off/No. Wait for the MSD to confirm the change on the GC control panel. Reboot the MSD. See above. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 50 Press the down arrow to scroll to Lvds communication. If you want to enable the LVDS, press On/Yes. If you want to disable the LVDS, press Off/No. Wait for the MSD to confirm the change on the GC control panel. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 51 Press the MSD start/stop button to start the instrument. When the instrument has completed its startup initialization it displays the current IP address information in the mini display readout and cycles through it for about 10 minutes. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 52 4 Enter the IP address into a PC web browser URL to display the web user interface (WUI) page shown here. Figure 7 WEB User Interface 5 Click Set Real-Time Clock or Edit NetConfig and go to Edit NetConfig (MSD network configuration) section. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 53 Click OK to close the dialog and wait for the prompt requesting to Manually reboot of the MSD/SmartCard to activate the new Settings. 10 Use the MSD start/stop button to reboot the MSD SmartCard. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 54 Operating in Electron Ionization (EI) Mode Operating the 5975/5977 MSD from the local control panel (LCP) Agilent 5975 and 5977 MSD models introduced before the 5977B MSD have a local control panel (LCP). The LCP shows the status of the MSD or initiates a task on the MSD without using the data acquisition software.
  • Page 55 After you make your selection, or if you cycle through all available menus, the display automatically returns to Status mode. Pressing [Menu], then [No/Cancel], will always display the Status mode. Pressing [No/Cancel] twice will always return to the Status mode. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 56 Windows Service. If the messages persist after you have logged onto your account in the Agilent OpenLAB CDS program, consult the Troubleshooting section of the Software Installation manual. Loading OS The operating system of the instrument controller is being initialized. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 57 This helps the instrument to pump down more quickly. LCP Menus To access a particular menu option, press [Menu] until the desired menu appears, then press [Item] until the desired menu item appears. Table 8 through Table 13 list the menus and selections. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 58 Reminds you to shut down the GC then prepares the instrument for venting when [Yes/Select] is pressed. Pumpdown Initiates a pumpdown sequence. Table 10 MS Parameters menu Action Description High Vacuum Pressure Only with Micro-Ion vacuum gauge installed. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 59 Displays the IP address for the Ping GC Checks communication with the GC. MS Controller MAC Displays the MAC address of the SmartCard in the MSD. Table 12 Version menu Action Description Control firmware Displays the MSD firmware version. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 60 Table 13 Controller menu Action Description Reboot controller Starts the LAN/MS control card. Test LCP? Initiates a diagnostic test of the two-line display. Test HTTP link to GC/MSD Checks the status of the HTTP server. ChemStation? 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 61 Operating in Electron Ionization (EI) Mode eModule mini display readout This section only applies to the 5977B MSD. Earlier 5975/5977 MSD models do not have this feature. The eModule mini display, accessible when the analyzer door cover is open, allows the operator to view the LAN configuration of the instrument including its IP address, subnet mask, default gateway, and MAC address.
  • Page 62 “To Install a Capillary Column in the GC/MS Interface Using the Self-Tightening Column Nut”on page 37. The GC/MSD interface operates at high temperatures. If you touch it when it is hot, WARNING it will burn you. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 63 Operating in Electron Ionization (EI) Mode Ionization Column chamber GC oven Analyzer chamber Heater sleeve Insulation Heater/Sensor assembly Column end protrudes 1 to 2 mm into the ionization chamber. Figure 9 The GC/MSD interface 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 64 MSD has been pumped down. If the vacuum pumps are off, hydrogen will accumulate in the MSD and an explosion may occur. Read “Hydrogen Safety”on page 18 before operating the MSD with hydrogen carrier gas. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 65 Carrier gas flow is controlled by inlet pressure in the GC. For a given inlet pressure, column flow will decrease as the GC oven temperature increases. With electronic pneumatic control (EPC) and the column mode set to Constant Flow, the same column flow is maintained regardless of temperature. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 66 Do not vent while the turbo pump is still spinning at more than 50%. Do not exceed the maximum recommended total gas flow. See “5977B Series MSD features”on page 14. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 67 Click Save the tune parameters to make these temperature settings part of this tune file or click Save tune file as to create a new tune file with these values. Run an autotune if you want these new temperatures in an autotune file. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 68 Operating in Electron Ionization (EI) Mode Release Tune Control. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 69 Click Method > Instrument Setup > GC > Aux Heaters. Select On for Thermal Aux 2. Click Oven and select On. Click Download Method to enable these temperature zones in the GC. Save the method. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 70 Operating in Electron Ionization (EI) Mode View MSD Temperatures and Vacuum Pressure monitoring requires an optional Micro-Ion vacuum gauge (G3397A for the 5975 and G3397B for the 5977).. If you are using hydrogen as a carrier gas, do not turn on the Micro-Ion vacuum WARNING gauge if there is any possibility that hydrogen has accumulated in the analyzer chamber.
  • Page 71 Data Acquisition software for information on troubleshooting air leaks and other vacuum problems. The vacuum can also be read on the 7890B GC control panel or from the Manual Tune > Parameters view in OpenLAB. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 72 Select your installed column from the table. Click the Calibrate button to display the Calibrate Column dialog. Click the Calc Length button in the If unretained peak holdup time is known section to display the Calculate Column Length dialog. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 73 = Retention time in seconds Calculation for volumetric flow rate 0.785 D --------------------------- - Volumetric flow rate (mL/min) = where: D = Internal column diameter in millimeters L = Column length in meters t = Retention time in minutes 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 74 Check Quick Tune, if relative abundances of the 3 masses are at acceptable values, unless a full autotune is needed. Optionally, to send the Autotune report to the printer, in the Reports area, select Print Report. Click Start autotune. The autotune procedure runs. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 75 Operating in Electron Ionization (EI) Mode Release Tune Control. As needed, generate an Evaluate Tune Report. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 76 Pull the handle on the side of the MSD to the left and down to release the magnetic latch and open the cover. The cover is held in place by its hinges. Do not remove any other covers. Dangerous voltages are present under other covers. WARNING 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 77 Operating in Electron Ionization (EI) Mode Vent the MSD Procedure Select Method > MSD > Maintenance > Vent/Pump Down and click Vent to begin the process. Follow the instructions presented. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 78 Safety”on page 18 before operating the MSD with hydrogen carrier gas. Be sure the GC oven and the GC/MSD interface are cool before turning off carrier gas CA UT IO N flow to prevent damage to the column. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 79 “To Open the MSD Covers”on page 76). Close the MS vent valve by turning it clockwise. . Vent valve knob Plug the MS power cord into a grounded electrical outlet. Turn on the MS power switch. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 80 Click Pump Down to start this procedure. Do not turn on any GC heated zones until carrier gas flow is on. Heating a column with CA UT IO N no carrier gas flow will damage the column. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 81 After the message Okay to run appears, wait 2 hours for the MS to reach thermal equilibrium. Data acquired before the MS has reached thermal equilibrium may not be reproducible. 13 When the pumpdown is finished, click OK to clear the pump down status window. 14 Tune the MS. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 82 Finger-tighten the side plate thumbscrews. Front thumbscrew Rear thumbscrew Do not overtighten the side plate thumbscrews. Overtightening will strip the threads in CA UT IO N the analyzer chamber. It will also warp the side plate and cause leaks. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 83 The MSD must remain upright at all times. If you need to ship your MSD to another CA UT IO N location, contact your Agilent Technologies service representative for advice about packing and shipping. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 84 Operating in Electron Ionization (EI) Mode 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 85 Agilent 5977B Series Agilent 5975/5977 MSD for OpenLAB CDS Operation Manual General Maintenance Before Starting Maintaining the Vacuum System Maintaining the Analyzer To Open the Analyzer Chamber To Remove the EI Ion Source To Disassemble the Standard or Inert EI Ion Source...
  • Page 86 Vacuum seals other than the side plate O-ring and vent valve O-ring do not need to be lubricated. Lubricating other seals can interfere with their correct function. Scheduled maintenance Common maintenance tasks are listed in Table 16. Performing these tasks when scheduled can reduce operating problems, prolong system life, and reduce overall operating costs. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 87 Perform no maintenance with the MSD turned on or plugged into its power source WARNING unless you are instructed to by one of the procedures in this chapter. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 88 The GC inlets and GC oven also operate at very high temperatures. Use the same caution around these parts. See the documentation supplied with your GC for more information. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 89 When replacing pump fluid, use appropriate chemical-resistant gloves and safety WARNING glasses. Avoid all contact with the fluid. Always perform any maintenance procedures using hazardous solvents under a WARNING fume hood. Be sure to operate the MS in a well-ventilated room. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 90 Antistatic precautions are not 100% effective. Handle electronic circuit boards as little as possible and then only by the edges. Never touch components, exposed traces, or pins on connectors and cables. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 91 Acquisition software for symptoms that indicate this type of maintenance is required. More information is available If you need more information about the locations or functions of vacuum system components, see the MSD Troubleshooting and Maintenance manual that was shipped with your instrument. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 92 If not done correctly, analyzer maintenance can introduce contaminants into the MSD. CA UT IO N The analyzer operates at high temperatures. Do not touch any part until you are sure WARNING it is cool. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 93 More information is available If you need more information about the locations or functions of analyzer components, refer to the Agilent 5977B Series MSD Troubleshooting and Maintenance Manual. Many procedures in this chapter are illustrated with video clips. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 94 Do not touch any part until you are sure it is cool. Always wear clean gloves to prevent contamination when working in the analyzer CA UT IO N chamber. Loosen the front analyzer side plate thumbscrews (Figure 10) if they are fastened. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 95 Verify that the MS is vented. Verify that both the front and rear side plate screws are completely loose. Gently swing the side plate out. Side plate Feedthrough board Ion source Analyzer Figure 10 The analyzer chamber 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 96 CA UT IO N If you are using a standard or inert EI ion source, disconnect the seven wires from the ion source. Do not bend the wires any more than necessary (See Figure 11 Table 17). 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 97 Removing the standard EI ion source If you are using an extractor ion source, disconnect the eight wires from the ion source. Do not bend the wires any more than necessary (See Figure 12 on page 98). 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 98 Trace the wires for the ion source heater and temperature sensor to the feedthrough board. Disconnect them there. Remove the thumbscrews that hold the ion source in place. Pull the ion source out of the source radiator. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 99 Unscrew the interface socket. A 10-mm open-end wrench fits the flats on the interface socket. Remove the entrance lens and ion focus lens from the lens insulator. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 100 Part number (SSL) Part number (Inert) Gold plated set screw G1999-20022 G1999-20022 Gold plated screw G3870-20021 G3870-20021 Interface socket G1099-20136 G1099-20136 Source body G1099-20130 G2589-20043 Drawout cylinder G1072-20008 G1072-20008 Drawout plate 05971-20134 G2589-20100 4-turn filament G7005-60061 G7005-60061 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 101 Ion focus lens 05971-20143 05971-20143 Repeller insulator G1099-20133 G1099-20133 Repeller G3870-60172 G3870-60173 Flat washer 3050-0627 3050-0627 Belleville spring washer 3050-1301 3050-1301 Repeller nut 0535-0071 0535-0071 Source heater block assembly G3870-60180 G3870-60179 Repeller block insert G3870-20135 G3870-20135 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 102 Remove the extractor lens and insulator. Separate the entrance lens and ion focus lens from the lens insulator. Remove the repeller nut, washers, and insulators from the source heater block assembly, then remove the repeller. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 103 Disassembling the extractor EI ion source Table 20 Parts list for the extractor EI ion source (Figure Item number Item description Part number Setscrews G3870-20446 Screws G3870-20021 Source body G3870-20440 Extractor lens G3870-20444 Extractor lens insulator G3870-20445 Filaments G7005-60061 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 104 Spring washer and flat washer 3050-1301and 3050-0982 Lens insulator G3870-20530 Entrance lens G3170-20126 Ion focus lens 05971-20143 Repeller insulator G3870-20133 Repeller G3870-60171 Flat washer 3050-0891 Belleville spring washer 3050-1301 Repeller nut 0535-0071 Source heater block assembly G3870-60177 Insulator G1099-20133 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 105 Collect the following parts to be cleaned for a standard or inert EI ion source: (See Figure 15 on page 107.) • Repeller • Interface socket • Source body • Drawout plate • Drawout cylinder • Ion focus lens • Entrance lens 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 106 If insulators are dirty, clean them with a cotton swab dampened with reagent-grade CA UT IO N methanol. If that does not clean the insulators, replace them. Do not abrasively or ultrasonically clean the insulators. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 107 Ion focus lens Entrance lens Drawout Drawout plate Interface socket cylinder Extractor EI ion source parts to be cleaned Insulator Extractor lens Repeller Entrance Source body Ion focus lens lens Figure 15 Source parts to be cleaned 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 108 All of these solvents are hazardous. Work in a fume hood and take all appropriate WARNING precautions. Loosely Place the parts in a clean beaker. cover the beaker with clean aluminum foil (dull side down). Dry the cleaned parts in an oven at 100 °C for 5–6 minutes. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 109 Take care to avoid recontaminating cleaned and dried parts. Put on new, clean gloves NO T E before handling the parts. Do not set the cleaned parts on a dirty surface. Set them only on clean, lint-free cloths. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 110 The nut should only be finger-tight. Install the interface socket. Attach the repeller assembly to the source body using the two gold plated screws and spring washers. Install the filaments using the two gold plated screws and spring washers. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 111 Parts list for the standard or inert EI ion source (Figure Item number Item description Part number (SSL) Part number (Inert) Gold plated set screw G1999-20022 G1999-20022 Gold plated screw G3870-20021 G3870-20021 Interface socket G1099-20136 G1099-20136 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 112 Ion focus lens 05971-20143 05971-20143 Repeller insulator G1099-20133 G1099-20133 Repeller G3870-60172 G3870-60173 Flat washer 3050-0627 3050-0627 Belleville spring washer 3050-1301 3050-1301 Repeller nut 0535-0071 0535-0071 Source heater block assembly G3870-60180 G3870-60179 Repeller block insert G3870-20135 G3870-20135 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 113 Do not overtighten the repeller nut or the ceramic repeller insulators will break when CA UT IO N the source heats up. The nut should only be finger tight. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 114 Install the filaments using the two gold plated screws and spring washers. Figure 17 Assembling the extractor EI ion source Table 22 Parts list for the extractor EI ion source (Figure Item number Item description Part number Setscrews G3870-20446 Screws G3870-20021 Source body G3870-20440 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 115 Spring washer and flat washer 3050-1301and 3050-0982 Lens insulator G3870-20530 Entrance lens G3170-20126 Ion focus lens 05971-20143 Repeller insulator G3870-20133 Repeller G3870-60171 Flat washer 3050-0891 Belleville spring washer 3050-1301 Repeller nut 0535-0071 Source heater block assembly G3870-60177 Insulator G1099-20133 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 116 Open the analyzer chamber. See “To Pump Down the MS” on page 79. Remove the ion source. See “To Remove the EI Ion Source” on page 96. Remove the gold plated screw and washer for the filament(s). 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 117 13 Enter the filament number that gave the best results. If you decide to use the first filament number, run Autotune again to make sure the tune parameters are compatible with the filament. 14 Select Save Tune Parameters from the File menu. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 118 Connect the ion source wires as shown in Figure 21 on page 121. The extractor source has an additional brown extractor wire that is missing from the standard source. Close the analyzer. See “To Close the Analyzer Chamber” on page 125. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 119 Board, top right (ENTR LENS) Entrance lens White beaded (2) Board, bottom left (HTR) Ion source heater White (2) Board, bottom (RTD) Ion source sensor Brown (1) Board, middle left Extractor lens (Extractor EI ion source only) 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 120 White wires to filament 1 Red wire to repeller Black wires to Brown extractor filament 2 wire to extractor lens Ion source heater Ion source sensor wires (white) wires (white) Figure 20 Feedthrough board wiring 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 121 Extractor lens (brown wire Ion source from FB) sensor wires connector pin hidden in this view Filament 2 (black wires from FB) Figure 21 Ion source wiring - Extraction source shown, standard ion source similar 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 122 “To Open the Analyzer Chamber” page 94.) Open the retaining clip (Figure 22). Lift the arm of the clip up and swing the clip away from the electron multiplier horn. Remove the electron multiplier horn. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 123 Close the retaining clip. Close the rear analyzer chamber. (See “To Close the Analyzer Chamber” page 125.) Electron multiplier horn Retaining clip Blue signal wire Figure 22 Replacing the EM horn (Series 2 shown) Series 1 similar 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 124 General Maintenance Series 2 Series 1 Figure 23 Electron multiplier horns 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 125 GC carrier gas. In the unlikely event of an explosion, it may prevent the side plate from opening. Do not overtighten the thumbscrew; it can cause air leaks or prevent successful CA UT IO N pumpdown. Do not use a screwdriver to tighten the thumbscrew. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 126 General Maintenance Once the MS has pumped down, close the left analyzer cover and replace the window cover. Tune the MS. 5975/5977 Series MSD Operation Manual...
  • Page 128 Agilent Technologies © Agilent Technologies, Inc. 2015, Printed in USA August 2015 *G7077-90014* G7077-90014...

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