6-40 Rapidlab 1200 Operator’s Guide: Troubleshooting
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5. Look for obstructions and listen for any unusual noises that may indicate a problem
with the pump.
a. Select
Change to advance the pump to the next speed.
b. Continue selecting
Change and listening and looking for problems until you have
tested all 4 speeds.
6. Select
Stop.
7. If you want to test the other pump, repeat this procedure from step 4.
8. Select
Return to return to the Diagnostics screen.
9. Reinstall the reagent cartridge:
a. Select
Cartridges > Eject R Cartridge.
b. Install the reagent cartridge and close the door.
10. Select the
Return.
11. To return to the Status screen, select
Return.
The system performs a prime and a full calibration.
Performing the R Cartridge Valve Test
Use this procedure to test the components that operate the valve located inside the reagent
cartridge. The test moves the valve to 3 positions. When you select the
Change button, the
system displays the number of the current position on the screen. The test is complete
when the system displays position 3 on the screen.
1. Select Status > Diagnostics.
2. Enter your password, if necessary.
3. Select
Pumps and Valves > R Valve > Start.
The reagent valve moves to the first position. If the valve is already in this position, no
movement occurs.
4. Listen for any unusual noises that may indicate a problem with the valve.
5. Select
Change to move the valve to the next position.
If the valve cannot reach the position, the Change button is not available.
6. Continue selecting
Change and listening for problems until you have tested all 3
positions.
7. Select
Stop and wait while the system moves the valve.
8. Select
Return.
9. To return to the Status screen, select
Return.
The system performs a wash.
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