SYSMEX SF-3000 User Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING
Sysmex SF-3000 Operator's Manual -- Revised September 1995 8-15
3 . Chamber Errors
Replace Reagent Container FDO
Replace Reagent Container FDT
Replace Reagent Container FBA
Replace Reagent Container SLS
Replace Reagent Container PK (1)
Replace Reagent Container PK (2)
Replace Reagent Container PK (3)
NOTE: There are three reservoir chambers for CELLPACK
(
PK-30L
)
; PK1, PK2 and
PK3. For the servicin
g
convenience purpose, the messa
g
es above for PK
replacement contains the chamber number as PK
(
1
)
indicatin
g
the
CELLPACK Chamber PK1 ma
y
contain insufficient rea
g
ent. Replace the
CELLPACK container and follow the instructions below when an
y
of these
three messa
g
es appear.
Phenomena Sufficient reagent(s) for analysis is not aspirated. Analysis cannot be
performed until the error is resolved.
Probable Cause 1) There is insufficient reagent.
2) Abnormality in the hydraulic system
3) Float switch is defective.
Corrective Action 1) Replace the reagent container(s) and press [Replace Reagent] in the root
menu. (See
Chapter 5, Section 8.1: Replace Reagent .)
2) Check the hydraulic system for looseness, tears, or disconnection of the
nipple(s) and tube(s) for the reagent(s) indicated by the error message. If
there is abnormality, repair or replace the affected items.
3) If the error persists, contact Sysmex service representative.
Only when it is requested by the service representative, open the left side
cover and check the float switch(es) and tubing visually with his/her
assistance. Refer to Figure 8-1 on the next page.
WARNING! The h
y
draulic s
y
stem should be considered potentiall
y
biohazardous.
Do not handle the tubin
g
or chambers without proper protective
e
q
uipment. Wear rubber
g
loves when checkin
g
the h
y
draulic s
y
stem.
Wash
y
our hands with an antiseptic solution after completin
g
the
procedure.
CAUTION: DO NOT open the Main Unit left side cover without direction or assistance
of S
y
smex service representative.

SYSMEX SF-3000 Specifications

General

Brand	SYSMEX
Model	SF-3000
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English