ThermoFisher Scientific 146iQ, Instruction Manual

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Thermo Scientific 146iQ Instruction Manual 5-1
Chapter 5
Maintenance
This chapter describes the periodic maintenance procedures that should be
performed on the instrument to ensure proper operation. Since usage and
environmental conditions vary greatly, you should inspect the components
frequently until an appropriate maintenance schedule is determined.
Read the safety precautions before beginning any procedures in this
chapter.
Equipment Damage Some internal components can be damaged by small
amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap
must be worn while handling any internal component. For more
information about appropriate safety precautions, see the “
Servicing ”
chapter. ▲
Use the following procedure to inspect and clean the fan filter.
1. Remove the fan guard from the fan and remove the filter.
2. Flush the filter with warm water and let dry (a clean, oil-free purge will
help the drying process) or blow the filter clean with compressed air.
3. Re-install the filter and fan guard.
Safety
Precautions
Fan Filter Inspection
and Cleaning