Topaz Seres OL, Operator'S Manual

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SOL-96.110.061 / 031221
TOPAZ Manganese
Troubleshooting
50
Instrument shows unexpected measurement results
Possible cause Corrective action
Bubbles in reagent tubes – Check reagent tubes for leaks.
– Prime the reagent system as
described in Priming the
Reagent Tubes, p. 25 .
Reagents not pumped
properly
– Check that the reagent tubes
are cut at an angle and
immersed all the way to the
bottom of the bottles.
– Check that there is a small air
inlet in the lid of each bottle.
Problem related to
reagents
– Check if the expiration date
has passed or if the reagents
have been stored incorrectly.
If necessary, replace the
reagents.
– Check that the reagents are
of "Analysis Use" quality (ask
supplier).
Tubes connected to the
wrong reagent containers
– Check whether the tubes have
been connected to the correct
reagent bottles as shown in
Reagent tube numbering, p. 36 .
One or more pumps not
working correctly
– Open the peristaltic pumps as
described in Replacing
Peristaltic Pump Tubes, p. 38 .
– Check that all pump tubes are
correctly positioned and without
visible damage. If necessary,
change the pump tubes.
– If the problem persists, replace
faulty pumps.
Photometer is not heated – Check that the black connector
of the photometer is correctly
plugged in at the front of the
door.