Bio-Rad VersaFluor™ Fluorometer - Manual (Page 23)

Section 7
Maintenance
7.1 Fuse Replacement
1. The fuses for the VersaFluor Fluorometer instrument are located inside the power input
module on the back of the instrument (Figure 2.1). Turn the instrument off and unplug the
power cord before attempting to replace the fuses.
Fig. 7.1. Fuse replacement.
2. To remove the fuses; carefully pry the cover open using a small screwdriver. Inside the
power input module, there are two fuse carriers each containing a 5 x 20 mm fuse.
Carefully slide the fuse carriers out and remove the burned-out fuses. Replace with new
fuses.
Warning: Replace fuses with the current rating of 1.6 ampere, slow blow, T-type.
3. With new fuses in place, slide the fuse carriers into the power input module and snap the
cover shut.
7.2 Lamp Replacement
1. Turn the instrument off and remove the power cord. Allow the lamp to cool for 5–10
minutes.
Fig. 7.2. Lamp replacement.
2. Locate the fastener on the lamp cover. Carefully rotate the fastener 1/4 turn using a coin or
screwdriver. Open the lamp cover. The lamp is located at the bottom of the lamp housing.
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