6.1 Service and preventive maintenance
P
recautions
WARNING
O
nly properly trained personnel may operate and maintain the
product.
WARNING
D
o not use any accessories not supplied or recommended by
Cytiva.
NOTICE
I
f the column tube or the rods are replaced, the column assembly
must be checked in accordance with local authority instructions.
Service frequency
R
egular service and maintenance of the column is necessary to maintain the column in
optimal condition and extend the operational lifetime of column components. Nets
and and worn O-ring seals should be checked regularly for wear.
The requirements for frequency of service and preventive maintenance depend on the
frequency of use of the column and the specific applications performed.
A general recommendation is one service and preventive maintenance visit every two
years, but if columns are in continuous operation an annual visit is recommended.
Contact your local Cytiva representative for information about frequency of service
requirements to suit individual application needs.
Note:
Note that the recommendations may not apply to your specific use of the
s
ystem. The system owner is solely responsible for establishing applicable
routines for periodic maintenance.
Cleaning before planned
m
aintenance/service
To ensure the protection and safety of service personnel, all equipment and work areas
must be clean and free of any hazardous contaminants before a Service Engineer
starts maintenance work.
6 Maintenance
6.1 Service and preventive maintenance
BPG Columns Operating Instructions 29193223 AB 77