Maintenance
SkanWasher 400 User Guide
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Replacing Probes
Individual probes can be replaced if identified to be the sole problem.
Step 1
Identify if aspirate or dispense probe is to be replaced.
Inlet Probe used for dispense probe (part #1700-0190, pkg. 10/
box).
Outlet Probe used for aspirate probe (part #1700-0239, pkg. 10/
box).
Step 2
Pull out probe with pliers.
Step 3
Insert new probe, push probe in until it touches the washhead.
Step 4
Apply glue around probe at the point of entry at the wash head
Commercially available glue recommended: Loctite QuickTite Super
Glue Easy Squeeze Gel or Locktite 290 Loctite Threadlocker Green
(does not set up as quickly as QuickTite).
Microplate Lift Adjustment (Tilt and Vertical)
The microplate lift is factory adjusted for optimal operation and should nor-
mally not need further adjustments. Dispense and aspirate probe placements
can be adjusted for each program through software setup.
Step 1
Remove the three gray caps on top of the wash head.
Step 2
Position Adjustment
Use a hex wrench to loosen the screws marked
Tilt Adjustment
Screw
and
Position Adjustment Screws
on the top of the wash head.
Adjust the plate to the desired position.
Retighten the position adjustment screws.
CAUTION:
The Microplate
Lift adjustment (Tilt and
Vertical Adjustment) should be
performed only by qualified
service personnel or when
instructed by a Technical
Support Representative.
