Checking Reagents And System Solutions - Siemens ADVIA 2400 Maintenance Procedures

b. With lint-free towels and cotton-tipped applicators, clean the mixer wash cup.
CAUTION
Do not apply excessive force while cleaning, to avoid damaging the sensor.
4. Ensure that no threads or fibers are left on the mixing rods after cleaning.
NOTE
If an overflow error message displays, water is probably on the sensor. Dry the
sensor.
To clear the alarm message, on the Operation Panel, select the alarm

Checking reagents and system solutions

Refer to page 73, Checking the availability of the reagents and wash solutions, in the
Operating the System section in this manual or, for more detail, refer to the online
Operator's Guide.
Inspecting and cleaning the reaction (WUD) and dilution (DWUD)
cuvette washers
Materials required:
• Lint-free towel
• Alcohol prep pads or lint-free towels
and 5% bleach solution
• 4-mm hex wrench
Time: 10 minutes
Analyzer mode: READY
1. Inspect the exterior of the reaction cuvette washer (WUD) and dilution cuvette
washer (DWUD) tubing for cleanliness.
2. Check the WUD and DWUD for leaks.
TIP
Perform this inspection in addition to the startup, shutdown, and weekly washes, to
keep the WUD and DWUD from clogging.
In the event of a clog, call your local technical support provider or distributor for
assistance.
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BIOHAZARD
Wear personal protective equipment.
Use universal precautions.
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