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Operation Manual Sepiatec SFC-250
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Help with faults
9.1
Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible cause
Action
Computer does not
start or the touch-
screen remains dark
Mains plug is not connected
u
Connect the mains plug
Fuse or FI-circuit breaker are
tripped
u
Switch on fuse or FI-circuit
breaker
Computer or touchscreen
defective
u
Contact BUCHI Customer
Service
Pump or detector
does not start
Mains plug is not connected
u
Connect the mains plug
Fuse or FI-circuit breaker are
tripped
u
Switch on fuse or FI-circuit
breaker
Computer or touchscreen
defective
u
Contact BUCHI Customer
Service
Unusually high pres-
sure
Pump defective
u
Contact BUCHI Customer
Service
Blockages in the capillary
system or separation column
Valve malfunction
Low flow rate (no
pressure)
Pump suction not operating
u
Secure fittings to suction
capillary tube, open purge
valve and pump at high flow
rate
Leaks in the system
u
Secure fittings
Low flow rate (with
pressure)
High-pressure pump seals
are worn
u
Replace high-pressure pump
seals
Pressure fluctuation Check valves are dirty or
worn out
u
Clean or replace check valves.
See pump manual.
Set temperatures
are not reached
Defective heating elements
u
Contact BUCHI Customer
Service
Defective temperature con-
trol