0 troubleshooting – Bio-Rad Econo Gradient Pump Kits User Manual

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8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

Possible Cause

Solution

Pump displays Power outage

If you wish to continue a run in

“Power Failure!”

progress, press the Continue
soft key. The LCD will display
the program at the time of the
power failure. Pressing the
Stop soft key will display the
message “Program Aborted”.
You may now operate the

pump

as normal.

Pump will

No power

Verify that power cord is

not run

(no LEDs lit)

plugged in and the power
switch is turned on.

Fuses

Check that proper fuses are
installed and intact.
Insure that the calibration
indicator light is not flashing.
For pump to run, this light must
either be off or steadily lit.

Mode

Econo Gradient Pump must be
in either Manual or Program
mode to start.

Liquid remains Platen not

Adjust the platen by turning

stationary

adjusted

it counter clockwise until it is

in tubing

completely loosened, then
rotate three to five full turns
clockwise. See section 4.3,
Platen Adjustment.

Clogged tubing,

Check tubing, fittings, and

valves, or fittings

valves for obstructions.

Damaged tubing

Check pump tubing. Replace
damaged tubing.

Troubleshooting

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