5.
Pack the instrument in the provided packaging and follow the instructions in the
table below.
Prepare Include Exclude
1. Transfer any data
files from the
instrument.
2. Load an empty plate
in the sample block.
3. Use the touchscreen
to place the
instrument in ship
mode.
Note: The empty plate
and ship mode protects
the internal components of
the instrument during
transport.
• Instrument
• Completed and signed
Certificate of
Instrument
Decontamination
Note: The instrument will
not be accepted for service
without a hard copy of the
Certificate of Instrument
Decontamination.
Any accessories, including:
• Power cord
• Ethernet cable
• USB drive
• Wireless adapter
Note: If included with the
instrument, these items
will be disposed of during
service and not returned.
6.
Aach the postage provided with the Certicate of Instrument Decontamination
to the box, then ship the instrument to the designated facility.
Chapter 6 Maintain the instrument
Prepare the instrument to store, move, or ship
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