PFA-100 System – Instruction Manual (US) – Version 1.0.1
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5. Place the O-Ring service tool into the incubation wells of the analyzer
so that the cassette is flush to the carousel surface.
6. Press the softkey located next to Continue.
The system will rotate the carousel to the O-Ring removal position and
bring the O-Ring in contact with the O-Ring service tool. After
approximately 30 seconds, the carousel will rotate back allowing the
removal of the O-Ring service tool.
7. Remove the O-Ring service tool and press the softkey located next to
Continue.
8. Perform the Self Test from the Maintenance menu to verify that the
system has no vacuum leak.
When performing the self test to ensure proper installation of the O-Ring, it
is not necessary to insert a cleaning pad.
9. When prompted, press Continue to proceed with the self test.
11.3.4 Cleaning O-Ring using cleaning pads
To clean the O-Ring using cleaning pads, proceed as follows:
1. Locate the cleaning pads (circular foam sponge) provided with the
analyzer.
2. From the System Ready display, press the softkey located next to
Menus.
False results or delayed results due to vacuum leak.
False results can lead to misdiagnosis and incorrect treatment.
• Always perform a self test after installing the O-Ring.
• Always use a new vacuum test cup and a new O-Ring cleaning pad
when performing the self test.
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