Roche 9180 - Replacing Sample Probe and Fill Port

Roche Diagnostics
Instructions for Use · Version 10.0 147
9180 Electrolyte Analyzer 9 Maintenance
Unscheduled maintenance
Replacing sample probe and fill port
WARNING
Inappropriate handling and disposal of the sample probe and fill port may cause
infection and environmental harm
The sample probe and the fill port may contain liquid and/or solid waste. Inappropriate
handling of this waste during disposal may lead to the transmission of blood or urine borne
pathogens. In addition, inappropriate disposal may contaminate the environment.
r Treat the main tubing harness as biohazardous waste and dispose it according to the
local regulations. For more information, contact your Roche Service representative.
r Take extra care when working with protective gloves. They can easily be pierced or cut,
leading to infection.
r Wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
r If any biohazardous material is spilled, wipe it up immediately and apply a disinfectant.
r If waste comes into contact with your skin, wash the affected area immediately with
soap and water and apply a disinfectant. Consult a physician.
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It is recommended to replace the sample probe and the fill port at the same time as the
main tubing harness is replaced (see Exchanging main tubing harness (p. 141)).
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To make sure that the pump does not turn on during this procedure, press NO until DAILY
MAINTENANCE? is displayed. Press YES and Perform Daily Cleaning? will appear.
Then, do not press any keys.
o Open the front door.
o Open the sample door.
o Remove the needle carefully from the holder. Unplug the tubing.
o Attach the new needle to the tubing and snap the needle back into the holder.
Figure 9-15
Then, replace the fill port as follows:
o Remove the fill port holder from the sample probe mechanism.
o Carefully remove the fill port from the fill port holder. Unplug the tubing.
o Mount the new fill port into the fill port holder in the reverse order and attach the
tubing.
o Mount the fill port holder at its default position.
A Sample probe needle
B Fill port
A
B