Thermo Scientific AFC-3000, Руководство по эксплуатации

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UltiMate 3000 Series:
AFC-3000 Automated Fraction Collector
Page 58 Operating Instructions
5.5 Routine and Preventive Maintenance
Routine maintenance of the AFC-3000 consists of regular cleaning of specific fraction
collector components. Routine maintenance also includes checking AFC-3000 components
for leaks or other damage. Additional periodic maintenance tasks may be required,
including replacement of the following fraction collector components: sample inlet tubing,
rinse station tubing, and fraction tray.
Perform the maintenance procedures listed in the following table at regular intervals to ensure
optimum performance and maximum uptime of the fraction collector. The exact maintenance
schedule for the fraction collector will depend on numerous factors, and will vary by
application.
Frequency What you should do ...
Daily
Check the fluid lines for any signs of leakage ( → page 63).
Check the fluid connections for any signs of salt deposits.
Clean the fraction collector (general) ( → page 62).
When using buffer solutions, flush the fraction collector flow path
thoroughly after use with a suitable solvent.
Weekly
Clean the fraction collector (thorough) ( → page 63).
Periodically Inspect the tubing for possible damage, such as cracks, nicks, cuts,
or blockages.
Replace rinse station tubing and sample inlet/waste tubing
(connected to the diverter valve) as needed.
Check the rinse station tubing connected to the rinse station. Verify
that the tubings are not clogged and are routed to the appropriate
drain system or waste container without trapping liquid in the
tubing, which could cause an overflow condition. Check the
volume of the liquid in the waste container and empty as needed.
Check the following components for wear and replace if necessary:
• Drop former
• Diverter valve
• General tubing
If you fail to replace these components when they deteriorate, the
fraction collector will not function properly.
Annually Have Thermo Fisher Scientific Service check the fraction collector
once a year to prevent, for example, contamination and excessive
wear.