Bio-Rad Gel Doc™ XR+ System - Manual (Page 32)

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Section 8 Maintenance and Part Replacement
This section covers the replacement of parts in the Universal Hood II.
8.1 Epi-illumination lamp replacement
The lamps are located behind the two panels on each side (left and right) of the internal side of
the hood.
• Turn system power off.
• Remove the power cord.
• Open the enclosure door.
• Locate the Epi lamp housing.
• Locate the socket head screw that hold each lamp housing to the internal side of the hood.
• Remove this screw.
• The cover screen with a plastic piece will come loose. Pull on the cover to remove it from
the box and the lamp will become visible.
• To remove the lamp, hold it from the receptacle and then pull it from the plastic Holder.
• Insert the new lamp (5 or 11 W) into the lamp holder and then push it into the receptacle.
• Reassemble the cover.
Epi-White Light 5 W assembly (left side)
8.2 Fuse replacement
Always unplug the instrument before changing or checking the fuses.
Power Entry Module
Power Cable plug-in
ON/OFF Main Switch
Fuse holder