
4.
In the Maintenance & Services screen, touch Software Update.
The Software Update screen opens:
Figure 25
Software Update screen
5.
Touch the name of the file with the new firmware, then touch Update.
6.
Touch Yes to confirm that you want to upgrade.
IMPORTANT!
To prevent instrument malfunction and required service, do not
power off the instrument during the upgrade.
When the upgrade process is complete, the instrument will restart automatically.
Use the Self Verification Test feature for the instrument to check the instrument
hardware. The check includes testing the block, heated cover, and other components.
Note:
Carry out the Self Verification test periodically or whenever there is an
intermittent instrument error.
Figure 26
Self Verification Test screen
Self Verification
test
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Maintain the instrument
As-needed maintenance
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