MAINTENANCE & SUPPLIES, Replacements
5-64 Sysmex SF-3000 Operator's Manual -- Revised December 1995
8.6 Replace the Anti-Shock Rubber No. 49
(Auto Sampler Unit)
If an unusual vibration or noise is heard from the hand clipper while mixing a sample,
replace the anti-shock rubber as follows.
WARNING! The hand clippers should be considered potentially biohazardous.
Do not perform this procedure without proper protective equipment.
Wear rubber gloves when replacing. Wash your hands with an
antiseptic solution after completing the procedure.
(1) Turn OFF the power to the Main Unit.
(2) Pull the CP cover straight up to remove it. See Figure 5-8-37.
(3) Remove the old anti-shock rubber shown in Figure 5-8-38 when the hand clipper is
tilted forward.
CP Cover
Anti-Shock
Rubber
Hand Clipper
Arm
Figure 5-8-37: Remove CP Cover Figure 5-8-38: Anti-Shock Rubber No. 49
(View from the instrument right side)
(4) Use a lint-free tissue moistened with alcohol to wipe the area on which a new anti-
shock rubber is placed.
CAUTION: The anti-shock rubber may be incorrectly positioned if any adhesive
or oil remains, which causes errors and interrupts analysis.
(5) Place a new Anti-Shock Rubber No. 49 (found in the supply parts).
(6) Reset the CP cover and turn ON the power.
CAUTION: Take care not to pinch or bend the tubing when replacing the cover.
(7) Record the replacement on the maintenance check list.
Sysmex SF-3000 Operator's Manual -- Revised March 2001