CELL-DYN 3000 System Operator’s Manual 10-1
9140240E — May 1995
Chapter 10
Troubleshooting
Introduction
This chapter gives instructions for identifying, troubleshooting and
correcting instrument problems. The CELL-DYN
®
3000 continuously
monitors the status of the system and displays pertinent information in
the status box or on the Bulletin Line. If a problem is detected, the status
box displays FAULT: SEE DIAG or SEE SPECIAL, the Bulletin Line
displays a message and the word “Fault” on the Analyzer status indicator
panel is illuminated in red. A description of the fault can be obtained by
pressing the [FAULT REPORT] key on the DIAGNOSTICS MENU
Screen.
The first section of this chapter discusses the DIAGNOSTICS MENU
keys. The remainder of the chapter is devoted to the Troubleshooting
Guide.
The Troubleshooting Guide is designed to assist the operator in
identifying and resolving instrument problems. Instructions are also
given for obtaining technical assistance from the Abbott Customer
Support Center. The guide includes troubleshooting procedures,
instructions for component replacement and troubleshooting tips and
techniques. The last section describes the instrument messages and fault
conditions. The tables in this section include instructions for corrective
action.