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Troubleshooting
Error Code
Severity
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
ASL - Printer error
Failure
Printer ribbon not advancing or jammed
Inspect printer ribbon - clear jam or replace ribbon
Check printer area for glass particles
Reset Smearer
ASL - Rack Error - Stop
Failure
General rack problem, could be low on racks
Replenish racks in dispenser
Check for jammed rack or full output rack collection area
Reset Smearer
ASL - Rack Handling error
Failure
Hardware failure in rack handler track
Check for jammed racks or debris
Reset Smearer
ASL - Slide Carrier error
Failure
Slide did not make it to the carrier in time, or loaded
incorrectly
Clear slide and inspect area for glass particles or debris
Reset Smearer
ASL - Smearing module not primed
Failure
Smearing module is not primed
Prime Smearer
Reset Smearer
Perform Daily Startup if necessary
ASL - Smearing module not ready
Failure
Smearing module problem
Perform Reset Smearer
ASL - Smearing tape is loose
Failure
Smearing film empty, broken or incorrectly
threaded
Replace smearing film
Clean smearing wedge
Note:
If the Autoslide is powered off, please wait 30
seconds before the power is switched back on.
This allows the ADVIA software to timeout
appropriately.