9-28 CELL-DYN 3000 System Operator’s Manual
9140240E — May 1995
Maintenance Chapter 9
19. Verify that the background counts are acceptable by running 5
background counts before running controls. If the background
counts or controls are unacceptable, refer to Chapter10,
Troubleshooting.
WBC Transfer Peristaltic Pump Tubing
The tubing in the WBC transfer peristaltic pump needs to be replaced on
a regular basis to ensure proper movement of fluid through the WBC
flow cell. The frequency of replacement depends on instrument use in
each laboratory. Abbott recommends changing the WBC pump tubing
monthly. A peristaltic pump is depicted in the following figure.
Figure 9.9: WBC Transfer Peristaltic Pump
Materials Required
1. WBC transfer pump tubing
2. Gloves, lab coat, and suitable eye protection
WARNING: Potential Biohazard. Follow established
biosafety practices when performing maintenance, service or
troubleshooting procedures. Wear gloves, lab coat, and suitable
eye protection. Refer to Chapter 8, Precautions, Limitations and
Hazards, for additional information.
Rollers
Metal
Bracket
Metal
Bracket
Collar
Pump
Tubing
Release Lever
Collar
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