SYSMEX SF-3000 User Manual

MAINTENANCE & SUPPLIES, Replacements
5-58 Sysmex SF-3000 Operator's Manual -- Revised September 1995
8.3 Replace the Piercer (Manual CP Unit)
Replace the piercer every 30 000 piercing operation cycles.
When the number of the piercing operation reaches 30 000, the message "Replace
Piercer" will be displayed on the LCD screen. Replace the piercer in the following
procedure.
NOTE: Piercer needle is a consumable item.
WARNING! The piercer should be considered potentially biohazardous. Do not
handle the piercer without proper protective equipment. Wear
gloves when replacing the piercer, and wash your hands with an
antiseptic solution after completing the procedure.
CAUTION: • When the number of the piercing operation exceeds 30 000, the
needle point becomes worn out and it will increase the chance of
injury and infection of biologically hazardous material if it breaks. It
is recommended to replace the piercer needle when you get the
message "Replace Piercer".
• The life time of the piercer needle depends on the rubber cap
material, quality and usage conditions.
1 . Removal
(1) Turn the Main Unit power switch OFF.
(2) Pull the Manual CP Unit cover straight up to remove it. Refer to Figure 5-8-24.
(3) Open the tube lid (see Figure 5-8-25).
Tube Lid
Unit Cover
Tube Holder
Figure 5-8-24: Remove the Unit Cover Figure 5-8-25: Open the Tube Lid

SYSMEX SF-3000 Specifications

General

Brand	SYSMEX
Model	SF-3000
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English