FALEX 400 - Section 6: Maintenance; Charcoal Filter Replacement; Desiccant Cartridge Replacement

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Section 6: Maintenance
6.1 Charcoal Filter Replacement
To prevent equipment contamination, the
charcoal filter must be changed monthly.
Failure to follow this warning may result in
damage to equipment.
1. Ensure the Falex 400 is not performing a test.
2. Open the beaker cover by tilting it out
towardsyou.
3. Slide the used charcoal filter out of the slot on the
left side of the beaker stand [Figure 52].
4. Properly dispose of the charcoal filter.
5. Slide a new charcoal filter into the slot on the left
side of the beaker stand.
Figure 52
Charcoal Filter
6.2 Desiccant Cartridge Replacement
Desiccant may cause irritation to the eyes or skin.
Wear protective goggles, gloves, and an apron;
avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Use
in well ventilated areas and keep away from heat
or flame. Follow all Material Safety Data Sheet
(MSDS), Hazardous Materials Identification System
(HMIS), ISO 9000, Lab Standard Operating Pro-
cedures (SOP), and related instructions. Failure to
comply may result in personnel injury or death.
DO NOT use the ethernet port inside the
desiccant chamber area. It is for use by
Falex technicians only.
1. Change the desiccant cartridge when 75–90%
most of the desiccant granules turn from blue
topink.
2. Be sure the Falex 400 is powered off. Locate
the desiccant cover on the front of the Falex 400
[Figure 53].
3. While holding the desiccant cover in place, use
a flat-tipped screwdriver to loosen six flathead
screws until the cover can be removed [Figure 54].
These screws are captivated and will not come
apart from the cover.
Figure 53
Desiccant Cartridge Location
Desiccant Cover
Figure 54
Desiccant Cartridge Mounted In
Housing