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.
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