Step
Instrument checks
Operation
•
Check the cutting blade temperature.
An infrared sensor measures the cutting
blade temperature and modulates power to
control temperature. The program stops if
the measured temperature differs from the
set temperature.
•
Check that the tubing has the correct posi-
tion after alignment and before welding.
Error messages
In the event an error occurs during the cycle, one of the following messages may be
displayed on the LCD.
Contact Cytiva Service and provide the error message(s) to assist in troubleshooting
the problem.
NOTICE
Errors 1 through 12 cannot be confirmed without causing damage
to the equipment. Error 13 can be user confirmed if necessary.
Error No.
Message
Possible cause
Corrective action
ERROR 1
INITIALIZATION
FAIL
The instrument was not
able to initialize the motors
and heating system within
the specified time-out
period.
•
Check if anything is
obstructing the movement of
the tube holders.
•
Switch off the power to the
instrument.
•
Check if cover lock button is
up.
•
Wait 2 to 3 minutes.
•
Switch on the power to the
instrument.
•
Retry initialization.
ERROR 2
HEATING TOO
SLOW
It took too long for the blade
to reach the sterilization
temperature.
•
Try with a new blade.
•
Check that the blade edges
are clean and unscratched.
•
Contact service for further
assistance.
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