Troubleshooting Procedures
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In Case of Power Failure
Interacting properly with the instrument following a power failure is very
important. If there is a power failure while the instrument is running, you
must manually turn off the power switch at the back of the instrument.
To avoid instrument damage, follow the instructions in Recovering from
Mechanical Problems in Flex Mode when Using Fluidics on page 135.
Recovering from Mechanical Problems in Flex Mode when Using
Fluidics
The procedures in this section are intended for cases in which tips have
jammed, or the power fails while you are using the instrument with
fluidics, and you see an error message on the computer screen indicating
a problem with the instrument. You might need to open the instrument
to locate and correct the problem. The procedures in this section include:
• Assessing a Mechanical Problem, see page 136
• Opening the Instrument, see page 137
• Evaluating the Tip Rack, see page 138
• Inspecting Inside the Fluidics Module, see page 139
• Removing the Pipettor Head, see page 142
• Expelling Undispensed Fluid from Tips, see page 145
• Recovery Procedure, see page 146
WARNING! Always make sure the power switch on the instrument is
in the OFF position and remove the power cord from the back of the
instrument before removing any panels.
CAUTION! Do not touch or loosen any screws or parts other than those
specifically designated in the instructions. Doing so might cause
misalignment and will void the system warranty.
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