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Refer to the following table if your Pipette Washer Dryer fails to operate properly.
If the suggested corrective actions do not solve your problem, contact Labconco
Product Service for additional assistance.
PROBLEM
CAUSE
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Poor washing
results
Water is not hot enough
Check water temperature of inlet water on non-
heated models. Recommended inlet temperature
is 120°F (49°C). Not to exceed 140°F (60°C).
Improper loading
Check washer loading instructions in Chapter 4
in this manual. Pipettes should not touch. Make
sure the tapered tips are properly inserted into the
sump seal.
Detergent too old or
amount wrong
Replace detergent or change quantity used.
Insufficient wash time
Increase wash cycle time.
Not draining
properly
Clogged filter
Clean sump filter.
Drain line clogged or
kinked
Disconnect drain line and clean or remove kink.
Washer does not
run
Clear cover is not
installed.
No power to unit
Reposition Clear Cover.
Check fuse or circuit breaker, or power cord.
Washer leaks
Loose connection at hose
clamps
Tighten hose clamp.
Loose connection at fill
valve
Check fill valve and correct.
Improper detergent
Use non-foaming detergent. Use only proper
amount of detergent.
Obstruction in drain line
Remove obstruction
Washer overfilling
Check operation of fill switch.