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GC/MS Parts and Supplies

Your mass spectrometer is a sensitive, specialized device that delivers a higher level of functionality
than other GC detectors. To continue achieving optimal results, it is critical to maintain your system
properly by performing the essential tasks within this section. Some of the benefits of maintaining
your GC/MSD include:
• Less downtime for repairs
• Longer lifetime for your MSD system
• Reduction in overall operating costs
It is advisable to keep a log book of system performance, Autotune, and maintenance operations performed.
This makes it easier to identify variations from normal performance and to take corrective action.

Maintenance Schedule
Every
Task Every week 6 months Every year As needed
Tune the MSD 3
Change injection port liners 3
Check the foreline pump oil level 3
Gas ballast the foreline pump 3
Check the calibration vial 3
Replace the foreline pump oil 3
Check the diffusion pump fluid 3
Replace the diffusion pump fluid 3
Replace the dry pump tip seals (IDP3) 3
Replace the traps and filters 3
Clean the ion source 3
Replace worn out parts 3
Lubricate seals (where appropriate) 3
Replace column 3

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MSD Contamination
Contamination is usually identified by excessive background in the mass spectra, which can come from
the GC or MSD. The source of contamination can sometimes be determined by identifying the
contaminants. Some contaminants are much more likely to originate in the GC, while others are likely
to originate in the MSD.

Contamination Sources in the GC

• Column or septum bleed
• Dirty injection port
• Injection port liner
• Contaminated syringe
• Poor quality carrier gas
• Dirty carrier gas tubing
• Fingerprints
• Air leaks
• Cleaning solvents and materials

Contamination Sources in the MSD

• Air leaks
• Cleaning solvents and materials
• Fingerprints inside the manifold
• Diffusion pump fluid
• Foreline pump oil
The action required to remove contamination depends on the type and level of contamination. Minor
contamination by water or solvents can usually be removed by allowing the system to pump (with a flow of
clean carrier gas) overnight. Serious contamination by rough pump oil, diffusion pump fluid or fingerprints is
much more difficult to remove and may require extensive cleaning.

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Air Leaks
Air leaks are a problem for any instrument that requires a vacuum to operate. Leaks are generally caused by
vacuum seals that are damaged or not fastened correctly.

Symptoms of leaks
• Higher than normal vacuum manifold pressure or foreline pressure
• Higher than normal background
• Peaks characteristic of air (m/z 18, 28, 32, and 44 or m/z 14 and 16)
• Poor sensitivity
• Low relative abundance of m/z 502 (this varies with the tune program and MSD used)

Remedy
• Check interface nut for tightness. Replace if necessary.
• Check and leak test the GC injection port.
Leaks can occur in other places in the MSD, including the following:
• GC/MSD interface column nut
• Side/top plate O-ring (all the way around)
• Vent valve O-ring
• Calibration valve
• High vacuum gauge tube/controller fitting
• Cracked ion gauge tube
• Front and rear end plate O-rings
• GC/MSD interface O-ring (where the interface attaches to the vacuum manifold)
• Diffusion pump co-seal
• Baffle adapter O-ring
• Turbomolecular pump O-ring
• Polyimide/graphite ferrules, when heated

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Cleaning Solvents
It is common to see cleaning solvent peaks in the mass spectra shortly after the ion source is cleaned.

Remedy
• Dry all cleaned metal parts in the GC oven before reassembling and reinstalling them.
Refer to specific cleaning procedures in your MSD Hardware Manual or MSD Maintenance
and Troubleshooting Manual.
• Use a temperature above the boiling point of the solvent but below the limit of the column.

Fingerprints
Fingerprints contain hydrocarbons that can appear in mass spectra. Hydrocarbon contamination is
characterized by a series of mass peaks 14 m/z apart. The abundance of these peaks decrease as peak
mass increases. Fingerprint contamination is usually caused by the failure to wear clean, nylon gloves
during ion source handling or cleaning, GC inlet maintenance, or from installing the column. Use special
care to avoid recontamination of parts after you clean them. This typically occurs after some maintenance
or part replacement.

Remedy
Reclean using clean, nylon gloves and proper cleaning techniques.

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MSD Contamination Identification

The following table lists some of the more common contaminants, the ion characteristics of those
contaminants, and the likely sources of those contaminants.

Common Contaminants
Ions (m/z) Compound Possible Source
13, 14, 15, 16 Methane CI gas
18, 28, 32, 44 or 14, 16 H20, N2, O2, CO2, CO2 or N, O Residual air and water, air leaks,
outgassing from Polyimide ferrules
31, 51, 69, 100, 119, 131, 169, PFTBA and related ions PFTBA (tuning compound)
181, 214, 219, 264, 376, 414,
426, 464, 502, 576, 614
31 Methanol Cleaning solvent
43, 58 Acetone Cleaning solvent
78 Benzene Cleaning solvent
91, 92 Toluene or xylene Cleaning solvent
105, 106 Xylene Cleaning solvent
151, 153 Trichloroethane Cleaning solvent
69 Foreline pump fluid or PFTBA Foreline pump oil vapor or
calibration valve leak
73, 147, 207, 221, 281, 295, Dimethylpolysiloxane Septum bleed or methyl silicone
355, 429 column coating
77, 94, 115, 141, 168, 170, 262, Diffusion pump fluid Diffusion pump fluid
354, 446 and related ions
149 Plasticizer (phthalates) Vacuum seals (O-rings) damaged
by high temperatures, use of vinyl
or plastic gloves
Peaks spaced 14 amu apart Hydrocarbons Fingerprints, foreline pump oil

The easiest way to insure that you minimize background contamination and remove damaging oxygen from
your carrier gas system is to use a carrier gas purifying trap right before the gas enters your GC system.
Column bleed generally appears as a continuous and increased rise in the baseline at higher column
temperatures, especially at or near the upper temperature limit of the GC column. Septum bleed usually
appears as discrete peaks, and can occur at any temperature.
A crude sign of a "leak-free" MS system is when the ion ratio of m/z 28 (nitrogen) over m/z 32 (oxygen)
is approximately two or greater.
Even preconditioned ferrules can shrink slightly at very high temperatures. If leak problems persist upon
a new column installation, check this fitting first.

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Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies

Description Part No.
Nylon gloves, lint-free, large, 1 pair 8650-0030
Nylon gloves, lint-free, small, 1 pair 8650-0029
Lint-free industrial wipes, 100% cotton, 9 x 9 in, 300/pk 9310-4828
Ion source cleaning kit 5181-8863
Includes lint-free cloths (15/pk), abrasive sheets (5/pk), cotton swabs (100/pk),
lint-free nylon gloves, abrasive Alumina powder
Cloths, lint-free, 15/pk 05980-60051
Swabs for cleaning GC/MS, 100/pk 5080-5400
Abrasive sheets, aluminum oxide green lapping paper, 600 mesh, 5/pk 5061-5896
Alumina powder, abrasive, 100 g 393706201
5977A Series GC/MSD system
PFTBA sample, certified, 10 g 8500-0656
Replacement glass bulb for PFTBA and PFDTD test sample G3170-80002
Replacement glass vial for PFTBA and PFDTD test sample 05980-20018
Activated alumina, absorbent pellets for Edwards rough pump traps, non-LC/MS, 1 lb can 8500-1233
MSD Tool Kit G1099-60566
Includes source hold tool, lint-free cloth, cotton swabs, lint-free nylon gloves, abrasive sheets,
wrenches and driving tools

(Continued)
Cloths, lint-free, 05980-60051

Cotton swabs, 5080-5400

TIPS & TOOLS

Self Tightening column nuts at the transfer line and inlet fitting, using short graphite/polyimide-blend
ferrules, provide a leak-free seal at both column connections, without the need to retighten the fitting
after hundreds of heat cycles.

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Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies

Description Part No.
MS Interface Supplies
MS interface column installation tool for the 5973 series, 5975 A/B/C/C TAD/E, G1099-20030
5977 series, and 7000 series Column installation tool, G1099-20030
Not for the 5975T
Column installation tool for 5975T G3880-20030
Column insertion tool for the 7200 series G3850-60014
Tools
Screwdriver, 3 in Pozidriv shaft No. 1 pt, fits no. 2-4 screws 8710-0899
Screwdriver, 4 in Pozidriv shaft No. 2 pt, fits no. 5-10 screws 8710-0900
Open end wrench, 1/4 and 5/16 in 8710-0510
Hex nut driver, 5.5 mm 8710-1220
Screwdriver, Torx T20 8710-1615
Screwdriver, Torx T15 8710-1622
Screwdriver, Torx T10 5182-3466
Gas Filters
Replacement Agilent Gas Clean carrier gas filter CP17973
Gas Clean carrier gas starter kit for 7890 CP17988
Includes carrier gas filter, 1/8 in single connecting unit with bracket that installs
directly on the 7890
GC/MS filter kit CP17977
Includes 1 connecting unit 1/4 in and 2 carrier gas filters
Chemical ionization gas purifier G1999-80410 Replacement Agilent Gas Clean carrier gas filter,
CP17973

TIPS & TOOLS

Download the Agilent Parts Finder Tool for simplified parts ordering
and troubleshooting, www.agilent.com/chem/go2partsfinder

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By using tools, supplies and best practices that provide a leak-free GC or GC/MS, analysts can improve
performance and productivity of their system. The Agilent innovative Self Tightening column nuts using
standard short polyimide/graphite ferrules eliminate the need to retighten GC column fitting at the mass
spec transfer line, even after repeated heat cycling. Agilent UltiMetal Plus Flexible Metal ferrules provide
robust leak-free column connections, along with an inert surface for fittings in the sample flow path.

Recommended MS Interface Connections

Description Part No.
Recommended
Nut
Self Tightening column nut, for MS interface 5190-5233
Ferrule
250 µm Polyimide/graphite ferrule, 10/pk 5181-3323
320 µm Polyimide/graphite ferrule, 10/pk 5062-3514
Tools
Self Tightening column nut, for MS interface,
5190-5233 MS interface column installation tool G1099-20030
Column installation tool for 5975T G3880-20030
Traditional
Nut
MS interface column nut, female 05988-20066
Ferrule
0.4 mm Polyimide/graphite ferrule, 10/pk 5062-3508
0.5 mm Polyimide/graphite ferrule, 10/pk 5062-3506
MS interface column nut, 05988-20066 Tools
MS interface column installation tool G1099-20030
Column installation tool for 5975T G3880-20030
Alternative
Nut
Swaging nut, for MS interface with Flexible Metal ferrules G2855-20555
UltiMetal Plus Flexible Metal ferrules, Ferrule
G3188-27501 UltiMetal Plus Flexible Metal ferrule with 0.4 mm id, 10/pk G3188-27501
UltiMetal Plus Flexible Metal ferrule with 0.5 mm id, 10/pk G3188-27502
Tools
Ferrule pre-swaging tool G2855-60200

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Ion Source
The ion source operates by electron ionization (EI) or chemical ionization (CI). The sample enters the ion
source from the GC/MSD interface. Electrons emitted by a filament enter the ionization chamber, guided by
a magnetic field. The high-energy electrons interact with the sample molecules, ionizing and fragmenting
them. The positive voltage on the repeller pushes the positive ions into the lens stack, where they pass
through several electrostatic lenses. These lenses concentrate the ions into a tight beam, which is directed
into the mass filter.
Electron Impact (EI) Ion Source

Maintaining the Ion Source

Cleaning procedures for MSDs vary. Refer to your Troubleshooting and Maintenance Manual for specific ion
source cleaning procedures.

Common Measures of Instrument Performance

• Abundance of certain ions
• Shape of lens ramps and the chosen voltages
• Sensitivity obtainable for a given analysis
• Ability to tune to a given reference compound (e.g., DFTPP)

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Preparing to Clean
Prior to cleaning, the mass spectrometer must be vented and the ion source must be removed.
Before venting the system, the following conditions must be met:
• Heated zones are less than 100 °C
• The diffusion pump is off and cool (if applicable)
• The turbo pump is off and not spinning (if applicable)
• The rough pump is off
Always allow the automatic venting routine to run its full course. Improper venting may cause diffusion
pump fluid to be deposited into the analyzer (backstreaming). It can also reduce the life of the multiplier
or other sensitive MS parts.

MSD Flow Rates (mL/min)

Min Max Diff Pump Max Turbo Pump Tuning Max
5977 0.1 2.0 4.0 2.0
5975 0.1 2.0 4.0 2.0
5973 0.1 2.0 4.0 2.0

WARNINGS & CAUTION

Important: Do not abrasively or ultrasonically clean the insulators.

Abrasively clean the surfaces that contact the sample or ion beam. Use an abrasive slurry of alumina
powder and reagent-grade methanol on a cotton swab. Use enough force to remove all discoloration.
Polishing the parts is not necessary; small scratches will not harm performance. Abrasively clean
discoloration where electrons from filaments enter the source body.
Take care to avoid contaminating cleaned and dried parts. Put on new, clean gloves before handling
the parts. Do not put the cleaned parts on a dirty surface. Place them only on clean, lint-free cloths.

TIPS & TOOLS

It is good practice to replace scratched
lenses and other ion source parts
regularly. Scratched source parts
lead to poor performance.

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EI Source Selection Guide

Inert Ion Source
To ensure accurate quantification and high sensitivity, the entire GC/MSD flow path must be highly insert,
including the detector surfaces. The inert ion source is made of the same inert material used in the
Extractor EI Source and is programmable to 350 °C, enabling trace level detection and SVOC and VOC
analyses (see Source Selection for Various Applications).

Aperture Diameters Availabe for the Agilent 5977A Series Ion Sources
Aperture Diameter 3 mm 6 mm 9 mm
Stainless Steel Source 05971-20134 G3136-20530 --
Inert Source G2589-20100 G2589-20045 --
Extractor EI Source G3870-20444 G3870-20448 G3870-20449
Having trouble selecting the appropriate aperture diameters for the Agilent 5977A Series Ion Sources? Download publication
number 5991-2106EN at www.agilent.com/chem/library

Source and Tune Selection Guidance

Choosing the most appropriate source configuration and tune can have a significant effect on the success
of an application (see, Source Configurations and Supported Tunes). The guidelines outlined here are meant
to be general suggestions as starting points. Application-specific method development should be performed
to ensure the best operating conditions. EI Tune Options gives a description of the various tune modes
and their use.

TIPS & TOOLS

Read and understand "A Quick-Start Guide
to Optimizing Detector Gain for GC/MSD",
publication number 5991-2105EN,
before attempting to optimize
any method or configuration,
www.agilent.com/chem/library

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Stainless Steel Ion Source

The most cost-effective source for picogram to high nanogram sensitivity and for obtaining spectra most
similar to legacy instruments is the stainless steel ion source, which is progrmmable up to 350 °C.

Source Selection for Various Applications

Drawout/
Extractor Lens
Application Source(s) (mm) Tune
Ultra-trace level (low fg-low ng) Extractor EI 3 Etune
Trace level (fg-ng) Extractor EI, Inert 3 Etune, Atune
Mid to high-level (pg-high ng) Extractor, Inert, Stainless Steel 6, 9 Atune
Obtain spectra closest to older Stainless Steel 3 Stune
instruments
VOC P&T - (BFB) Extractor EI, Inert 6 BFB Autotune
SVOC (DFTPP) Extractor EI, Inert 6 DFTPP

Source Configurations and Supported Tunes

Source Etune Atune BFB Autotune Ion Mass Stune DFTPP BFB
Stainless Steel --* 3 -- 3 3 3 3***
Inert --* 3 3** 3 3 3 3***
Extractor EI 3 3 3** 3 3 3 3***
*Etune can be executed from the tune menu with a non-extractor source but will produce only an atune
**BFB Autotune requires the use of the 6 mm drawout plate/extraction lens
***BFB Autotune is the preferred tune. Download Application Note 5991-0029EN at www.agilent.com/chem/library

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EI Tune Options
In the Tune menu, and in the Tune and Vacuum Control view there are several options for tune selection.
The top two options are mechanisms to run part or the entire active tune. The remaining menu options are
tunes for specific purposes and are described below.

Description of the Tune Options for the Agilent 5977A Series Ion Source
Tune menu items
(default tune filenames as *.U) Description
Tune MSD Performs the type of tune that is embedded in the active tune.
QuickTune Provides a fine tuning to ensure acceptable response, resolution and accurate mass assignment.
Autotun (Atune.U) The standard repeller-based tune of the Agilent 5973 inert MSD and Agilent 5975 Series.
Extraction source tune (Etune.U) Used with the Extractor EI Source to provide the highest sensitivity. Equivalent to Atune when used with inert
or stainless sources.
BFB Autotune (BFB_Atune.U) Used in conjunction with Atune to meet US EPA BFB tuning criteria. Requires the use of 6 mm drawout/extraction lens
and operates in standard repeller-based tuning mode.
Low Mass Autotune (Lomass.U) Identical to Autotune, except it tunes on masses 69, 131, and 219 instead of 69, 219, and 502. Intended for low
molecular weight applications and natural gases under 250 daltons.
Standard Spectra Tune (Stune.U) Ensures standard response over the full mass range. Specifically, PFTBA mass 69 is the base peak, mass 219 is between
35 and 99%, and mass 502 is >1%. This is a lower sensitivity tune used to better match legacy libraries created using
the Agilent 5971 or 5972 MSDs.
DFTPP A specific target tune used for US EPA semivolatile analyis (8270 methods).
BFB A specific legacy target tune used for VOC analysis. It does not provide the same sensitivity and stability
as BFB Autotune. Provides continuity for established SOPs and for users with a preference for target tuning.
See Application Note 5991-0029EN for a description of the recommended procedure for VOC analysis at
www.agilent.com/chem/library

Available EI Sources for the Agilent 5977A Series GC/MS

Source Benefit Part No. (spare parts)
Stainless Inexpensive G2591D
Inert Reduced activity G2591B
Extractor EI Source Reduced activity G2591C
Highest sensitivity

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Electron Impact (EI) Ion Source

The recommended cleaning material for the EI ion source is abrasive, aluminum oxide powder.
Do not immerse filaments or lens insulators in solvent. If insulators are dirty, clean them with a cotton swab
dampened with reagent-grade methanol. If that does not clean the insulators, replace them.
Electron Impact (EI) Ion Source

5977/5975/5973 MSD Electron Impact Ion Source Parts (EI)

Item Description Part No.
WARNINGS & CAUTION
1 Set screw for lens stack G1999-20022
2 Cap screw, gold plated G1999-20021
Important: Do not abrasively or
3 Transfer line socket G1099-20136
ultrasonically clean the insulators.
4 Ion source body G1099-20130
Abrasively clean the surfaces that
5 Drawout cylinder G1072-20008
contact the sample or ion beam.
6 Drawout plate, 3 mm 05971-20134
Use an abrasive slurry of alumina
powder and reagent-grade methanol Drawout plate, 6 mm G3163-20530
on a cotton swab. Use enough force to 7 Filament assembly, high temperature (EI) G7005-60061
remove all discoloration. Polishing the 8 Repeller assembly, Agilent 5977 MSD, stainless steel EI 350 ion source G3870-60172
parts is not necessary; small scratches 9 Lens insulator G3170-20530
will not harm performance. Abrasively 10 Entrance lens assembly G3170-20126
clean discoloration where electrons
11 Ion focus lens 05971-20143
from filaments enter the source body.
12 Repeller insulator G1099-20133
Take care to avoid contaminating 13 Repeller G1099-20132
cleaned and dried parts. Put on new,
14 Washer, SPR CRVD, 1.6 to 1.8 mm id, 4 mm od, SS 3050-1375
clean gloves before handling the parts.
15 Washer, SPR BLVL 4 .125 in id .25 in od 3050-1301
Do not put the cleaned parts on a dirty
surface. Place them only on clean, 16 Washer, for Repeller M3 3050-0891
lint-free cloths. 17 Repeller block insert G3870-20135

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5977/5975/5973 MSD Electron Impact Inert Ion Source Parts (EI)

Item Description Part No.
1 Set screw for lens stack G1999-20022
2 Cap screw, gold plated G1999-20021
3 Transfer line socket G1099-20136
4 Inert ion source body G2589-20043
5 Drawout cylinder G1072-20008
6 Drawout plate, 3 mm G2589-20100
Drawout plate, 6 mm G2589-20045
7 Filament assembly, high temperature (EI) G7005-60061
8 5977 Inert EI 350 repeller block G3870-60179
9 Lens insulator G3170-20530
10 Entrance lens assembly G3170-20126
11 Ion focus lens 05971-20143
12 Repeller insulator G1099-20133
13 Inert repeller G2589-20044
14 Washer, SPR CRVD, 1.6 to 1.8 mm id, 4 mm od, SS 3050-1375
15 Washer, SPR BLVL 4 .125 in id .25 in od 3050-1301
16 Washer, for Repeller M3 3050-0891

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Extractor EI Source
This innovative ion source has an extractor lens in place of the drawout plate used in the other EI sources
and it is made of an inert material. It is programmable up to 350 ºC to deliver enhanced response for active
compounds and late eluters. These unique features provide maximum, ultratrace level sensitivity for a wide
variety of compounds. The extractor lens provides additional focus to the ion beam into the mass analyzer.
A potential is applied to the extractor lens which pulls the ions out of the ionization chamber, adding to the push
Extractor EI Source provided by the repeller voltage. The result is a significant increase in the number of ions analyzed, improving
the true sensitivity of the instrument. There are three available aperture sizes for the Extractor EI Source, as well
as the two other sources: 3, 6, and 9 mm. Generally, the 3 mm aperture provides the best sensitivity. Selecting
one of the larger aperture sizes enables analysis of higher concentrations of target compounds. Increasing
aperture diameters also reduces the residence or interaction time and provides higher effective inertness for
fragile compounds.

The Extractor EI Source can be operated in the higher sensitivity mode of extraction tuning or in standard mode
in which it behaves in the same way as the standard stainless and inert sources. The ability to change between
extractor and repeller-only mode is controlled by the software and does not require any physical changes.

TIPS & TOOLS

A video description of the Extractor EI Source is available at
www.chem.agilent.com/chem/resolve

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5977/7000C Extractor Ion Source Parts

Item Description Part No.
1 Set screws G3870-20446
2 Screws G3870-20021
3 Extraction source body G3870-20440
4 Extractor lens G3870-20444
5 Extractor lens insulator G3870-20445
6 Filaments, 4-turn G3170-60053
7 Spring washer 3050-1374
8 Lens insulator G3870-20530
9 Entrance lens assembly G3170-20126
10 Ion focus lens 05971-20143
11 Repeller insulator G1099-20133
12 Inert repeller G2589-20044
13 Washer, for Repeller M3 3050-0891
14 Washer, SPR BLVL 4 .125 in id .25 in od 3050-1301
15 Nut, 5.5 mm 0535-0071
16 5977 Extraction 350 repeller block assembly G3870-60171
17 Repeller block insert G3870-20135

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Chemical Ionization (CI) Ion Source

Because the CI ion source operates at much higher pressures than the EI ion source, it will probably require
more frequent cleaning than the EI ion source.
The source should be cleaned whenever there are performance anomalies that are associated with a dirty
ion source. Let analytical performance be your guide.
When cleaning the CI ion source, concentrate on the CI repeller, ion source body, and drawout plate.
5977/5975/5973/7000 Ion Source Be sure to clean the 0.5 mm diameter holes in the ion source body and drawout plate.
Cleaning the ion source is very similar to cleaning the EI ion source. Use the same EI cleaning procedure
with the following exceptions:
• The CI ion source may not look dirty, but deposits left by chemical ionization are very difficult to
remove. Clean the CI ion source thoroughly.
• Use a round wooden toothpick to gently clean out the electron entrance hole in the source body
and the ion exit hole in the drawout plate.
• Do not use halogenated solvents. Use hexane for the final rinse.

TIPS & TOOLS

Visual appearance is not an accurate
guide to cleanliness of the CI ion source.
The CI ion source can show little or no
discoloration, yet still need cleaning.

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5977/5975/5973/7000 MSD Chemical Ionization Ion Source Parts (CI)

Item Description Part No.
1 Set screw for lens stack G1999-20022
2 Cap screw, gold plated G1999-20021
3 Interface tip seal/spring G1999-60412
4 Repeller insulator G1999-20433
5 Lens insulator G3170-20540
6 Drawout cylinder G1999-20444
7 Drawout plate G1999-20446
8 5977 CI 350 repeller assembly G3170-60416
9 Entrance lens assembly G3170-20126
10 Source body G1999-20430
11 Ion focus lens G1999-20443
12 Repeller G1999-20432
13 Filament assembly (CI), 2/pk G7005-60072
14 Washer, SPR CRVD, 1.6 to 1.8 mm id, 4 mm od, SS 3050-1375

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TIPS & TOOLS

Download the Agilent Parts Finder Tool for simplified parts ordering
and troubleshooting, www.agilent.com/chem/go2partsfinder

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Installing a Capillary Column

in the GC/MSD Interface
1. Condition the column.
2. Vent the MSD and open the analyzer chamber. Be sure you can see the end of the GC/MSD interface.
3. If the CI interface is installed, remove the spring-loaded tip seal from the MSD end of the interface.
4. Slide an interface nut and conditioned ferrule onto the free end of the GC column. The tapered end of
the ferrule must point towards the nut.
5. Slide the column into the GC/MSD interface until you can pull it out through the analyzer chamber.
6. Score the column using a glass scribing tool. The score must be square to ensure a clean break.
7. Trim 1 cm off the end of the column. Do not let any column fragments fall into the analyzer chamber.
They could damage the turbo pump.
8. Clean the outside of the free end of the column with a lint-free cloth moistened with methanol.
9. Adjust the column.
ü 5977/5975 – Push the column through, and then let it pass the end of the transferline by 1-2 mm.
With the analyzer door partially open, view through the glass plate to see the column protrude.
ü 5973 – Push the column through, and then let it pass the end of the transferline by 1-2 mm as seen
with the analyzer door open from that side.
ü 5972 – Push the column in all the way and then pull it back about 1-2 mm.
Use the flashlight and magnifying glass if necessary to see the end of the column inside the analyzer
changer. Do not use your finger to feel for the column end.
10. Hand-tighten the nut. Make sure the position of the column does not change as you tighten the nut.
Reinstall the spring-loaded tip seal if it was removed earlier.
11. Check the GC oven to be sure that the column does not touch the oven walls.
12. Tighten the nut 1/4 to 1/2 turn. Check the tightness after one or two heat cycles.

TIPS & TOOLS

View recommended MS
interface connections.
Turn to page 38.

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Installing a capillary column in the GC/MSD interface

Analyzer chamber

Interface column nut

GC/MSD interface Column

(MSD end)

1-2 mm GC/MSD interface

(GC end)

MSD GC

EI Transfer Line

TIPS & TOOLS

The column installation procedure for 5977 MSDs is different from that for most previous MSDs. Using the procedure from another instrument may
result in poor sensitivity and possible damage to the MSD.

TIPS & TOOLS

Agilent J&W GC Columns offer the lowest bleed levels, the best inertness for acids/bases/mixed
functional compounds, and the tightest column-to-column reproducibility. Learn more at
www.agilent.com/chem/mygccolumns

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MSD Filaments
Like the filaments in an incandescent light bulb, the ion source filaments will eventually burn out.
Certain practices will reduce the chance of early failure.

• When setting up data acquisition parameters, set the solvent delay so that the analyzer
will not turn on while the solvent peak is eluting
• When the software prompts 'Override solvent delay at the beginning of a run' always select 'No'
• Higher emission current will reduce filament life
• If you control your MSD from the Edit Parameters screen, always select 'MS Off' before changing
any of the filament parameters

MSD Filaments
Description 7200 Series 7000 Series 5977 Series 5975 Series 5975T Series 5973 Series
Filament assembly, high temperature (EI) G7005-60061 G7005-60061 G7005-60061 G7005-60061 G7005-60061 G7005-60061
Filament assembly (CI), 2/pk G7005-60072 G7005-60072 G7005-60072 G7005-60072 G7005-60072
Micro ion vacuum gauge G3170-80001 G3170-80001 G3170-80001 G3170-80001
Triode gauge tube for measuring vacuum 0960-0897
Ion gauge controller G3397B G3397A G3880-80010
Ion gauge tube G3880-80011

TIPS & TOOLS

It is very useful to switch from one filament to the other every three months so that
Filament assembly, high temperature (EI), when a filament fails, you know the other will fail soon. This will allow you to change
G7005-60061
both filaments at the same time. Since the GC/MS system is already vented, it's a
good idea to replace other supplies in the flowpath at the same time as the filaments.

Filament assembly (CI), G7005-60072

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Vent Valve Supplies

CI Valve Supplies
Item Description Unit Part No.
1 PFDTD calibrant, for GC/MS, perfluoro-5,8-dimethyl-3, 6,9-trioxidodecane 1 mL 8500-8510
2 CI Cal valve assembly G1999-60452
3 Certified non-stick fluorocarbon O-ring 10/pk 5188-5365
4 5975 Calibrant bulb G3170-80002

Vent Valve Supplies

Item Description Unit Part No.
1 5975 EI CalVal turbo G3170-60204
2 5975 Calibrant bulb G3170-80002
3 Certified non-stick fluorocarbon O-ring 10/pk 5188-5365
4 PFTBA MS sample kit 0.5 mL 05971-60571

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Gas Clean Filters

The Agilent Gas Clean Filter System delivers clean gases, reducing the risk of column damage, sensitivity
loss and instrument downtime. Inserting a Gas Clean Filter System in the gas line immediately before the
instrument inlet greatly reduces the level of impurities, thus improving trace analysis. Contaminants entering
your GC column will also be reduced, which is critical for high temperature analysis and essential for longer
column lifetime.

• Deliver clean gases for accurate analyses

• Fast, leak-free filter replacement reduces downtime
• Economical, with immediate payback
• Highly sensitive filter indicators provide maximum instrument protection

Gas Filters
Description Part No.
Replacement Agilent Gas Clean carrier gas filter, Chemical ionization gas purifier G1999-80410
CP17973 Gas Clean carrier gas starter kit for 7890 CP17988
Replacement Agilent Gas Clean carrier gas filter CP17973
Big universal trap, 1/8 in fittings, nitrogen, for 7000 and 7200 Series RMSN-2

Quadrupole Mass Filter

The mass filter does not require periodic maintenance. It should not be removed from the radiator or
disturbed in any way.

• Never put the quadrupole in an ultrasonic cleaner.

• Never change the physical orientation of the quadrupole mass filter.
• The fused-quartz quadrupole is fragile and will break if dropped or handled roughly.
• The material in the cusps of the quadrupole is very hygroscopic. If exposed to water, the quadrupole
must be dried very slowly to prevent damage.
• Cleaning techniques that are appropriate for other manufacturers' instruments are not suitable
for Agilent MSDs – and may actually harm the mass filter.
• To save time and effort, use only Agilent MSD mass filters, which do not require periodic cleaning
or maintenance.
• In case of extreme contamination, contact a trained Agilent service representative to perform
the mass filter cleaning.

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MSD Electron Multipliers

and Replacement Horn
The lifetime of an electron multiplier is directly related to the current that flows through it and the extent of
contamination or condensation that it experiences. Replace the electron multiplier or replacement horn
when voltage is over 2500 V. To maximize electron multiplier life:
Triple axis electron multiplier, G3170-80103
• Maintain the best possible vacuum, especially in the analyzer manifold
• Use extreme caution and be conservative with venting, pumpdown, and all vacuum system procedures
to keep pump fluid background to a minimum
• After venting, allow four hours for pumpdown and thermal equilibration before scanning
• Actively look for background contamination and leaks and repair them immediately
• Don't tune excessively – PFTBA can result in higher background over an extended period of time
• Replace the electron multiplier if vacuum is poor or voltage is over 2600 V

MSD Electron Multipliers and Replacement Horn

Description 7000A Series 7000B/C Series 5975 Series 5973 Series 5977 Series
Electron multiplier replacement horn 05971-80103 05971-80103
Use with electron multipliers with "straight" horns
Triple axis detector assembly* G3170-80100 G3170-80100 G3170-80100
Triple axis electron multiplier G3170-80103 G3170-80103 G3170-80103 G3170-80103
EM signal wire, low noise detector G3170-80008 G3170-80008
*Included on 5975 triple axis detector systems

TIPS & TOOLS

The Agilent multipliers and horns
listed are recommended for your MSD.
Other manufacturers' products may be
incompatible with Agilent instruments
and can result in reduced sensitivity,
lifetime, and noise problems.

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