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Maintenance
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6.9. Tube Replacement
6.9.1
Replace the Pump Tubes
The pump tube [D] of the peristaltic pump is exposed to a minimal
wear. It is therefore recommended to exchange the pump tube every
6 months.
CAUTION
Pollution of reagents possible.
If the occlusion frames are opened during operation, already
mixed reagents will flow back into the reagent canisters and pol
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lute the reagents.
Never open the occlusion frames if the instrument is in opera
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tion.
Stop of Operation for Maintenance, p. 48
before opening the occlusion frames.
Overview
A
B
C
D
Pump housing
Occlusion frame closed
Rotor
Pump tube
E
F
G
Pump inlet
Pump outlet
Protection cap
A
B
D
C
E
F
G