For successful maintenance and service procedures, follow the rules and recommendations below.
General Rules
Before starting maintenance or service procedures, shut down the device when instructed to do so.
Use only the replacement parts specifically authorized and qualified for the device by Thermo Fisher Scientific.
Follow all instructions step by step and use the tools recommended for the procedure.
Opening Flow Path Connections
Before opening the flow path to replace capillaries in the system, turn off the pump flow and wait until the system pressure is down to zero.
Dirty components can contaminate the chromatography system. Contamination leads to poor performance of the modules and entire system or can even cause damage to the modules and system. Therefore:
Always wear appropriate gloves.
Place the components only on a clean, lint-free surface.
Keep your tools clean.
Use only lint-free cloth for cleaning.
Depot Repair
If you need to return the device for depot repair, follow the instructions in Transporting or Shipping the Device.