Leak on MS divert valve (fluidics diverter valve blocked) - WKB195369

SYMPTOMS

• Probe is not blocked when bypassing valve
• No beam on infusion of setup solution
• Fittings leak at diverter valve despite tightening

ENVIRONMENT

• Xevo TQ-XS
• Xevo TQ-S
• Xevo TQ-S micro
• Xevo TQ-S cronos
• Xevo TQD

CAUSE

Blockage in diverter valve

FIX or WORKAROUND

1. Remove the front of the valve (stator) and the black insert (rotor) and sonicate in methanol for 15 minutes. Examine both stator and rotor for signs of wear.
2. If wear is observed or there is still a leak at the diverter valve, replace both using the Diverter Rotor/Stator Kit (700009464) for Xevo TQ-XS and TQ-S.
3. For Xevo TQ-S micro, Xevo TQ-S cronos and Xevo TQD order Diverter Rotor/Stator Kit700009465.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION