Instruction Manual MA-3000+RD-5+SC-5
NIC-TD-0000015-05
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5.3. Time-change components
We recommend that the following components be replaced periodically to use the
product stably, though their lifetimes vary depending on the usage condition:
5.3.1. RD-5
Item
Exchange period and replacement procedure
Reagent pump
tube
Replace a tube approximately one year or 2,000 hours after
the start of use.
If any abnormality in a tube such as a crack is found, replace
it even before the above period expires.
Replacement procedure
1)
Carry out the reagent ejection and remove the reagent
tube.
2)
Turn the cassette counterclockwise and pull it toward you
to remove it.
3)
Insert the new pump cassette with it aligned with the pump
center axis, and turn it clockwise until it is locked.
4)
Insert the new tube as before.
Reagent pump
Replace a reagent pump approximately three years or 3,000 hours
after the start of use.
If there is an abnormality such as an abnormal sound during
rotation, replace the reagent pump even before the above period
expires.
Replacement procedure
1)
Carry out the reagent ejection and remove the reagent tube.
2)
Catch the hook with your finger, pull it out toward you and
remove the connector.
3)
Connect the connector of the new pump to that of the main unit,
catch the hook in the notch in the main unit, and push it in.
4)
Insert the tube as before.
* The recommended exchange period is not the guaranteed lifetime.
* Apply silicone grease on a pump tube.
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