ChemoMetec SP-100 - Manual (Page 58)

7 Maintenance of NucleoCounter SP-100
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The presence of a contaminant (e.g. dust particles) will normally not influence the
counting of cells. The NucleoCounter SP-100 will distinguish between cells and
contaminants, since cells are generally significantly smaller than contaminants.
Use the F50 function (refer to section 5.11 Zero Count Check (F50, only firmware v1.3 or
higher)) regularly in order to check for contaminantion of the insertion slit.
Dust and other contaminants deep inside the insertion slit should be removed
using dry, compressed air (see Figure 69) and if necessary using the
NucleoCounter
 Clean Kit (refer to Technical Note No. 004 “How to clean the
NucleoCounter”). Use the F50 function to verify the rinsing effect. If the error
appears even after several attempts to clean the insertion slit with compressed air,
contact ChemoMetec A/S or the local distributor.
Figure Figure Figure Figure 69 69 69 69. . . . Removal of dust from the insertion slit using compressed air. Never keep
the container in a horizontal position and preferable do not keep it in a
position that is more angled than shown in the figure.
If liquid has been spilled into the insertion slit of the instrument, contact ChemoMetec
A/S or the local distributor.