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Principles of operation
The RPI (Reagent Production Instrument) is an automated reagent preparation instrument. It produces a
ready-to-use reagent out of a concentrated reagent and lab water to a predetermined target conductivity.
The instrument is a single unit, housing all necessary parts inside a closed frame. The frame is covered with
easily removable, coated, sheet metal panels. The instrument is operated with a user interface with multi-
authority levels.
All external connectors are situated on the rear side of the instrument, including the ON/OFF switch.
All user serviceable and replaceable parts are accessible through the doors, drawers and panels.
The RPI and its modules are shown here. The WPU (Water Purifying Unit) is shown here (See
AFS manual for details).
1. Top concentrate cubitainer
2. Bottom concentrate cubitainer
3. Power indicator
4. USB connection
5. RPI Check
6. Touchscreen with Graphical User Interface
7. WPU (Water Purifying Unit, AFS® 24)
8. Sight glass for display WPU
Principles of operation
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