Roche Cedex Bio, Operator'S Manual

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Roche Diagnostics
Operator’s Manual · Version 3.1 B-125
Cedex Bio System 6 Special operations
Replacing the probe
Replacing the probe
If the probe is bent, broken, or corroded, you need to replace it.
Tools and materials required
o
Probe and tubing set
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Tube with ISE Deproteinizer
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Tube with Activator
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Glass beaker
a To remove the probe
1
Make sure the system is in Standby status.
2
Shut down the system and switch off the instrument.
3
Remove the transfer head cover.
Press the release buttons on both sides and lift.
4
Release the tube leading to the probe from all tubing clips.
WARNING
Injury through working solutions
Direct contact with cleaning solutions or other working solutions may cause personal
injury. When handling such solutions, exercise the precautions required for handling them,
observe the cautions given in the package insert, and observe the information given in the
Safety Data Sheets available for Roche Diagnostics cleaning solutions.
Infection by biohazardous materials
Contact with samples containing material of human origin may result in infection. All mate-
rials and mechanical components associated with samples of human origin are potentially
biohazardous.
o
Be sure to wear protective equipment. Take extra care when working with protective
gloves; these can easily be pierced or cut, which can lead to infection.
o
If any biohazardous material is spilled, wipe it up immediately and apply disinfectant.
o
If waste solution contacts your skin, wash it off immediately with water and apply a dis-
infectant. Consult a physician.