Thermo Scientific AFC-3000, Operating Instructions Manual

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UltiMate 3000 Series:
AFC-3000 Automated Fraction Collector
Page 62 Operating Instructions
Before starting maintenance or service procedures, observe the following precautions:
• For all service and repair procedures, observe all precautionary statements provided in
these operating instructions.
• When performing maintenance or repair work on the fluidic components, always move the
diverter valve assembly into the appropriate position to facilitate safe working conditions
and to allow access to all components without obstructions. The power should be turned
off for almost all service procedures to ensure the safety of the operator/technician.
(Follow the instructions in the sections for the individual components.)
• Use only the original spare parts authorized for the device by Thermo Fisher Scientific.
• Before returning any instrument to for repair, contact Thermo Fisher Scientific Service for
Dionex HPLC Products. An RMA (Return Material Authorization) number is required to
track your instrument. Always use the original shipping container and observe the packing
instructions when shipping the fraction collector. Shipping the instrument in anything other
than the original packaging voids the warranty. If the appropriate shipping container is not
available, appropriate shipping containers and packing material can be ordered from the
Thermo Fisher Scientific sales organization for for Dionex HPLC Products. The packing
instructions are included in the “Installation and Qualification Documents for
Chromatography Instruments” binder and are available on request. For more information,
see the warranty statement in the terms of sale.
For instructions on shutting down the fraction collector, see section 5.3 ( → page 57).
7.2 Cleaning the Fraction Collector
Cleaning the AFC-3000 is the primary maintenance task you perform. Failure to do so
regularly causes increased wear and reduces the fraction collector’s life.
You must clean the AFC-3000 both daily and weekly to prevent damage and extend its life. It
is especially important to clean up spills and remove contaminants, such as abrasives, from
the fraction collector’s moving parts. It may also be necessary to chemically neutralize spills.
The following sections explain daily and weekly cleaning procedures.
7.2.1 Daily External Cleaning
Use of the AFC-3000 often results in spills on fraction collector components such as the
fraction tray. Good maintenance requires that you clean the fraction collector daily. To do
so, complete the following steps:
1. Shut down and unplug the fraction collector.
Tip:
For information about shutting down the fraction collector, see section 5.3
( → page 57).