Bio-Rad Peelable Foil Heat Seal - Manual (Page 16)

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Error Messages and Replacing Fuses
Error Message Explanation
Drawer blockage.
Remove object.
If issue continues, restart
instrument.
The drawer is unable to open or close. Carefully remove
any obstructions and touch OK. If error persists, restart
the instrument. This error may also occur if the drawer is
not fully pushed onto the tracks. If this appears to be the
case, manually push the drawer in all the way.
Drawer hardware issue.
Restart instrument.
If issue continues, contact
Bio-Rad.
The motor failed to open or close the drawer. As a
safety precaution, power to the heater is shut down.
Restart the instrument. If the error is cleared, the PX1
will automatically heat to the set temperature.
Platen hardware issue.
Restart instrument.
If issue continues, contact
Bio-Rad.
The motor failed to raise or lower the platen. As a
safety precaution, power to the heater is shut down.
Restart the instrument. If the error is cleared, the PX1
will automatically heat to the set temperature.
Sensor failure.
Restart instrument.
If issue continues, contact
Bio-Rad.
The sensor that detects the platen temperature is not
functioning properly. As a safety precaution, the heater
has been turned off. Restart the instrument. If the
error is cleared, the PX1 will automatically heat to the
set temperature.
Drawer took too long.
If issue continues, restart
instrument.
The drawer has not opened or closed within a set
amount of time. Make sure nothing is preventing the
drawer from opening or closing properly and touch OK. If
error persists, restart the instrument.
Error Messages
The PX1 ™ performs a series of tests to ensure the instrument is functioning properly. If
any issues are detected, the instrument will display an error message.
In some cases, the user will be instructed to perform a function to clear the error. After
performing this function, touch OK. If the error clears, the user may continue to use the
instrument.
In many cases, restarting the instrument will allow the PX1 to reset to its normal
working conditions and automatically clear the issue. If the error persists, please
contact Bio-Rad technical support for assistance.
Error Messages and
Replacing Fuses
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