Q150T Sample Preparation System
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Q150T - Instruction Manual
8
Service and Maintenance
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CAUTION
Ensure mains electrical power is off during any maintenance and
service activities.
8.1
Maintenance
Table 20
Maintenance Tasks
PROCEDURE
FREQUENCY
Inspect electrical power cords and plugs for general condition.
Regularly
FTM users:
Check the status of the FTM (see page 42) and
replace when necessary (see page 68).
Regularly
Check and clean the glass chamber and the 'L' gaskets as required,
using a lint-free tissue and foam cleanser, or similar.
Do not use vacuum grease on 'L' gaskets.
Monthly
QT150T S and QT150T ES only:
Check the condition of the target
material. The wear will depend on use. This is mainly over an
outer annulus, accounting for some 70% of the surface area.
Monthly
Check vacuum pump oil level
Monthly
Change oil using 1 litre of supergrade 'A'.
6 Monthly
Check oil mist filter for saturation. This is a disposable plastic filter
and cannot be reactivated.
6 Monthly or more
regularly as
required.
Obtain consumable items from Quorum or an approved distributor only.
Use only Quorum recommended items. For technical assistance and
advice - contact Quorum.
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