Rapidlab 1200 Operator’s Guide: Troubleshooting 6-41
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Performing the AQC Valve Test
Use this procedure to test the components that operate the valve located inside the
AutomaticQC cartridge. The test moves the valve from the home position to each
fluid position. During the procedure, select
Change to move the valve to the next
position. The system displays the number of the position on the screen.
1. Select Status > Diagnostics.
2. Enter your password, if necessary.
3. Select
Pumps and Valves > AQC Valve > Start.
The system moves the valve to the first position.
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 and then listen for
problems.
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 5 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.
Performing the Measurement Module Pinch Valve Test
Use this procedure to test the components that operate the valve located on the
waste side of the measurement module. The test opens and closes the pinch valve.
1. Select Status > Diagnostics.
2. Enter your password, if necessary.
3. Select
Pumps and Valves > Pinch Valve > Start.
4. Select
Change to close the pinch valve.
Ensure that the pinch valve is closed.
5. Select
Change to open the pinch valve.
Ensure that the pinch valve is open.
6. Select
Stop > Return.
7. To return to the Status screen, select
Return.
The system performs a wash.
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