ibidi Pump System
Note!
A slight imbalance is normal due to variance from fluid dynamics and in the valve switching
events, and is tolerated, as long as the reservoirs do not run dry.
Possible Cause
Solution
Incorrect insertion of the tubing in the
pinch valve (V2).
Perform the pinch test (Section
). If the medium is
still running in one of the flow directions, adjust the
insertion of the tubing in the pinch valve.
Defective pinch valve (V2).
Perform the pinch test (Section
). If the medium is
still running in one of the flow directions, and the tub-
ing is inserted correctly into the pinch valve, the valve
itself might be defective. Contact the
for assistance.
Clogged filter(s).
Check the filters and replace them if there is any doubt
that there might be medium inside. The filters cannot
be washed or regenerated! Replacement filters can be
purchased from
ibidi (#10971, #10972, #10974)
Clogged tubing between valve block (V1)
and pinch valve (V2).
Check the tubing by view and remove any potential
material, that could block the tubing.
Blockage in one of the short tubing pieces
inserted into the pinch valve (V2).
Replace with a fresh Perfusion Set.
Blockage in the valve block (V1).
A blockage inside the valve block cannot be seen from
the outside. Please contact the
for assistance.
10.4
Medium Runs in One Direction Only
Issue:
All medium assembles in one of the medium reservoirs. The flow stops either immediately
after starting the program or later during the experiment.
Possible Cause
Solution
Power failure at the pump.
Check power connection and reconnect if necessary.
USB cable lost the connection.
In correct operation, the LED on the front display must
be illuminated (see Section
). Reconnect or replace
the USB cable if necessary. Try a different USB port on
your laptop.
Computer or program crashed (possibly
because of an update or entering to sleep
mode or due to a power failure).
Check if the program is still running correctly. Restart
if necessary and check the power options. The update
function as well as the sleep mode of your laptop must
be disabled.
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Version 2.6 (May 12, 2022)
