6.6 Tilting or Removing the Fluidics Module
6.6.2 Removing the Fluidics Module
Caution:
Use caution during this procedure. Follow these instructions exactly and any
instruction labels on the instrument.
TO REMOVE FLUIDICS MODULE:
1) Using handle, rotate module up
2) Disconnect electrical connection
3) Disconnect restraint
4) Loosen 1/4 turn fasteners on
bottom of module
WHEN REINSTALLING, INSURE
MODULE IS FIRMLY SEATED
Follow the steps in procedure 6.7.1 to step 4.
1 Disconnect the fluidics module.
a
Locate the electrical connector between the bottom of the fluidics module and the
housing.
b
Unscrew the retaining screws and unplug the connector.
c
Locate the fluidics module restraint (a green cable). Disconnect the restraint from the
housing.
2 Release fluidics module from plate.
a
Locate and loosen the quarter-turn fasteners in the metal plate where the bottom of
the fluidics module is attached to the detection chamber.
b
Lift the fluidics module carefully off the detection chamber and set it on the bench.
3 Clean up spill and/or retrieve tips.
a
Clean the spill. If you are attempting to remove tips, remove any obvious ones on
top, or around the sides, of the reading chamber. Look through the openings in the
read head; you may be able to see tips inside.
b
If you see tips all the way down in the bottom tray of the instrument, you can safely
leave them there. They will be out of the way of the operation of the read heads.
c
Reattach the fluidics module by following the steps above in the reverse order.
Note:
For detailed instructions and illustrations, see section 2.3, Installing the Fluidics
d
Follow steps 5 and 6 in the above procedure to reassemble the instrument.
4 Contact Technical Support.
If you see tips lodged inside the reading chamber, contact Technical Support. Do not
attempt to tilt or remove the read heads on your own.
Caution:
Do not attempt to tilt or remove the read heads. Failure to do so can damage
fragile optical components and may void your warranty.
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