Fluid leaks – Luminex 100 User Manual Version 1.7 User Manual
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Fluid Leaks
Fluid leaks can result in poor pressurization and failed sample
acquisition.
The sheath bottle has an air
leak.
Disconnect the sheath and waste
bottle connections from the
analyzer. Run a Prime
command. If pressure builds,
remove and retighten the sheath
fluid bottle cap, then reconnect
fluid lines to the analyzer. If
pressurization fails again,
replace the sheath bottle.
Pressure too High
The sheath bottle is overfilled.
Ensure that the sheath bottle is
not filled above the fill line.
Symptom
Possible Problem
Solution
Pressure too low
The sample probe is clogged.
Clean the sample probe. See
page 7-4.
The syringe seal leaks.
Replace the syringe seal. See
page 7-6.
The syringe valve leaks.
Hand-tighten the syringe
connection (silver knob) on the
syringe valve. Run a Prime
command. If leaks continue, call
Technical Support.
Large amount of fluid pooled
around instrument
Fittings or fluid lines are
damaged.
Contact Technical Support.
Fluid coming from sample
probe
The sample probe is clogged.
Clean the sample probe. See
page 7-4.
The sample 3-way valve is
faulty.
Contact Technical Support.
Fluid leaking from front of
analyzer
The syringe seal leaks.
Replace the syringe seal.
The syringe valve leaks.
Hand-tighten the syringe
connection (silver knob) to the
white syringe valve. Run a
Prime. If leaks continue, contact
Technical Support.