Luminex 100 IS Version 2.2 - Manual (Page 184)

Luminex 100 IS User Manual Version 2.2 x MAP Technology
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Syringe Seal ‹ 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 127.
Figure 127. 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.
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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