Bayer HealthCare Rapidlab 800 - Manual (Page 377)

4Ć89 Troubleshooting the System
3. Inspect the sample connector for obstructions:
a. Disconnect the tubing from the sample connector.
b. Remove the sample connector.
c. Push a clot-removal line through the sample connector to remove
obstructions.
NOTE:ĄĂ If the obstruction is in the preheater, see Removing Obstructions from
the Measurement Module for instructions.
d. Reinstall the sample connector.
e. Reconnect the tubing.
4. Inspect the hemolyzer for obstructions:
a. Remove the anvil cap on the hemolyzer by turning it a quarter turn
counterclockwise.
b. Disconnect the sample tubing from the anvil.
c. Pull the anvil and anvil spring away from the mounting pin on the
hemolyzer.
d. Push a clot-removal line through the tubing connectors on the anvil.
e. Clean the exterior surface.
f. Reassemble the hemolyzer.