CombiFlash Torrent® User Manual - Isco

CombiFlash Torrent® User Manual
6.2 Preventive Maintenance
The system requires preventive maintenance by the user for
safe and reliable operation. Refer to the schedule below for the
minimum periodic maintenance requirements.
As Needed – Perform these tasks as conditions require:
• Cleaning (section 6.3).
• Quick flow cell cleaning when recommended by a system
alert message (section 6.5.2).
Every Run – Allow the separation run to finish with a high
percentage of solvent B to flush residual compounds from the
column, internal tubing, and flow cell. Refer to section 6.5.1.
Monthly – Perform these tasks at least monthly, more
frequently if conditions warrant:
• Tubing Inspection (section 6.4).
• Collection rack and tray cleaning (section 6.3.1).
• Monthly flow cell cleaning (section 6.5.3).
Additional periodic maintenance tasks should be performed at
one and five year intervals by a qualified technician. These
tasks include:
Yearly – Perform the tasks identified in Teledyne Isco
instruction sheet 60-5243-184.
Every Five Years – Replace internal battery.
Contact Teledyne Isco’s Technical Service Department for
more information regarding periodic maintenance.
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