SYSMEX SF-3000 User Manual

TROUBLESHOOTING
Sysmex SF-3000 Operator's Manual -- Revised September 1995 8-33
Tube Sensor Error
Phenomena The blood volume sensor judges a sample "present" while the tube detection
sensor judges a sample "absent".
Sampler operation is continued.
Probable Cause 1) Dirt has interfered with the blood volume sensor.
2) The blood volume sensor is defective.
Corrective Action 1) Remove dirt from the blood volume sensor.
2) If the error persists, contact your Sysmex service representative.
Tube Clamp Error
Phenomena Hand clippers cannot grasp a collection tube correctly for piercing.
The sample being processed is completed. After that, sampler operation
cannot be continued until the error is resolved, however, manual analysis is
possible.
Probable Cause 1) Hand clipper is bent.
2) ID label is affixed on the collection tube incorrectly.
3) The tube clamp detection sensor is defective.
Corrective Action 1) Check label on tube for correct positioning and specifications.
2) Straighten the hand clipper, or replace it if necessary. Refer to
Chapter 5,
Section 8.4: Replace the Hand Clipper"
.)
3) Check the CP mechanism operation using test program. (Refer to
Section
3.6: Test Sampler
in this chapter.)
4) If the error persists after the test program is completed, turn the Main Unit
power OFF, then ON again.
5) If the error still persists, contact your Sysmex service representative.

SYSMEX SF-3000 Specifications

General

Brand	SYSMEX
Model	SF-3000
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English