AFP Imaging Mini-Medical Series, Installation, Operation & Service Parts Manual

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Operation
Mini Med Series 0000061122
Replenishment
Replenishment in Mini-Medical Processors consists of “topping” off the developer and
fixer tanks with fresh working solution at the start of each shift and automatic replen-
ishment by the replenishment system.
Automatic replenishment is accomplished by the film tripping one or both of the Film
Feed Switches which, in turn, actuates the electronic replenishment circuitry. Depend-
ing on technician set adjustments, the developer and fixer pumps will cycle on and off
during film feeding to replenish the working solution in the developer and fixer tanks.
Manual Replenishment may be required for one of three reasons. They are:
1) To top off the tanks at start-up.
2) To restore chemical strength after several days of shut down.
3) To compensate for a basic under-replenishment condition. (See NOTE below)
NOTE: Chemistry requirements vary by the type of work and average size of films you
are processing. If you find that you must frequently use the Manual Replenishment
switch to add fresh chemistry, it is recommended that you have your technician adjust
the replenishment control circuits as required to allow for adequate automatic replen-
ishment.
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