10. Analyzer shutdown ABL800 FLEX Operator's Manual
Long Term Shutdown
Purpose
This program gives the procedure for emptying the analyzer of solutions before
transport or storage for an extended period of time.
The Shutdown procedure takes approximately 15 minutes.
Before
shutdown
You will need the following:
• Four ~50 cm long tubes with an internal diameter capable of fitting onto the
solution connectors.
• One large glass beaker filled with distilled water
The shutdown
procedure
Enter the Long Term Shutdown program and follow the prompts on the screen.
Screen Prompts and operator actions
1 Perform Decontamination (use the button on the screen to enter
the program).
Press Confirm Shutdown to continue, or Close to cancel the
procedure. After this point there is no opportunity to cancel the
shutdown.
2 Remove the Rinse, Cal 1, Cal 2 and Cleaning Solution containers.
Press Continue.
3 Wait for the fluid transport path to drain.
4 Place tubes on the Rinse, Cal 1, Cal 2 and Cleaning solution
connectors and the free ends in a beaker filled with distilled
water. Press Continue.
5 Wait while the fluid transport path is rinsed with distilled water.
6 Remove beaker with distilled water and disconnect the tubes.
Press Continue.
7 Wait for the fluid transport path to drain.
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