Routine maintenance peristaltic pump

The sample introduction system, comprising the peristaltic pump, nebulizer, spray chamber, and drain system, takes the initial abuse from the sample matrix, and as a result, is an area of the ICP mass spectrometer that requires a great deal of attention. The principles of the sample introduction area have been described in great detail in Chapter 3, so let us now examine what kind of routine maintenance it requires. [Pg.152]

Therefore, the condition of the pump tubing should be examined every few days, particularly if your laboratory has a high sample workload or if extremely corrosive solutions are being analyzed. The peristaltic pump tubing is probably one of the most neglected areas, so it is absolutely essential that it be a part of your routine maintenance schedule. Here are some suggested tips to reduce pump tubing-based problems ... [Pg.152]

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