Luminex 100 IS Version 2.3 - Manual (Page 148)

Luminex 100 IS User Manual Version 2.3
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MAP Technology
6 - 8 PN 89-00002-00-072 Rev. C
Syringe Seal
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To replace the syringe plunger seal:
1. Disconnect the Luminex 100 analyzer from ac power by turning
off the power switch on the rear of the analyzer, then unplugging
the power cord from the wall source.
2. Open the center-most door on the front of the Luminex 100
analyzer.
3. Locate the syringe (a glass cylinder with a metal rod). See
Figure 6-5.
Figure 6-5 Syringe and Syringe Seal
4. Unscrew the knob on the syringe arm (at the bottom of the
syringe), and forcefully push the syringe arm down.
5. Unscrew the syringe from the top of its housing.
6. Pull the plunger out of the syringe.
7. Remove and replace the plunger seal. Keep the black “O” ring.
8. Return the plunger to the syringe.
9. Screw the syringe back into its housing.
10. Return the syringe arm to its original position.
1. Syringe Seal 2. Syringe
Danger: The syringe arm does not deactivate when changing the
plunger; injury could result if the system is not unplugged.
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