6-42 Rapidlab 1200 Operator’s Guide: Troubleshooting
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Performing the CO-ox Pump Test
NOTE: This test only applies to the Rapidlab 1245 and 1265 systems.
Use this procedure to test the CO-ox pump. The pump test moves the pump at 4 speeds
numbered 1 through 4. When you select the
Change button, the system displays the
number of the current speed on the screen. The test is complete when speed 4 is displayed
on the screen.
1. Select Status > Diagnostics.
2. Enter your password, if necessary.
3. Select
Pumps and Valves > CO-ox Pump > Start.
The CO-ox pump rotates at the first speed.
4. Look for obstructions and listen for any unusual noises that may indicate a problem
with the pump.
5. Select
Change to advance the pump to the next speed.
6. Continue selecting
Change and listening and looking for problems until you have
tested all 4 speeds.
7. Select
Stop and wait while the system returns the pump to the correct position.
8. Select
Return.
9. To return to the Status screen, select
Return.
The system performs a wash.
Using the Cartridges Screen
The Diagnostics > Cartridges screen displays buttons for performing the following
actions:
• ejecting the wash cartridge
• ejecting the reagent cartridge
• ejecting both the wash and reagent cartridges
• ejecting the AQC Cartridge