Molecular Devices SkanWasher 300, User Manual

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Troubleshooting
40 SkanWasher 300 User Guide
Clogged aspiration
probes
z
Use wire probe cleaner.
z
Soak probes overnight in DI water.
z
Consult Clogged Probe procedure.
Uneven dispenses
z
Perform Clogged Probe procedure.
z
Increase air pressure.
Dripping from dis-
pense probes
z
Check for grime on probes. Perform Clogged
Probe procedure.
z
Check wash head. Prime system.
Programs not
retained in instrument
memory Battery on main board may be low: battery life is
from three to five years. Test the battery strength
to see if it needs to be replaced. Strength should be
3.68 volts ± 5%. Replace battery with Lithium bat-
tery ER6V / 3 6V. Replacement should be per-
formed by a qualified service representative.
Pump continues to
run Remove tubing from side of washer at pressure fit-
ting. If pump stops, the problem is probably the
tubing caps. If the pump continues running, it is
most likely another internal problem. Call Techni-
cal Support.
Table 2: Troubleshooting Chart
Problem Possible Remedies