282 | Chapter 6: Troubleshooting
Fluid Leakage
Problem Possible Cause What To Do
Fluid leaking from
manifold.
Defective seals.
Aspiration tubes
only: vacuum too
low.
Check waste connector tubes; make sure
they are properly connected.
If you are using an in-line vacuum filter,
check the filter for clogging, and replace if
necessary.
Check seal of waste bottle cover.
Check for air leaks in the waste tubing and
bottle.
Use a slower Aspiration Travel Rate.
Enable Continuous Vacuum: During
Protocol (Instrument>Washer)
Uneven (not level)
surface.
Make sure the washer sits on a perfectly
level surface.
Fluid leaking from
underneath the washer
module.
Defective tubing
connector or inlet
tubing.
Contact BioTek TAC.
Leaking valve or
syringe seal.
Contact BioTek TAC.
Fluid leaking from
external tubing
connector.
Defective
connector.
Replace connector.
Worn tubing. Replace tubing or cut back tubing one inch
(to remove worn section).
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