Siemens Hematek Operating Manual

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Page 3—4, Section 3: Operating InstructionsPrime the Tubing1. Lift the stainer-operating lever to the PRIME position and hold in this position untilthe stain, buffer, and rinse reagents all flow evenly through their tubes to the platenwithout any air bubbles.NOTE:If the tubing is new and does not prime easily, it may be necessary to assist the priminginitially. Continue holding the operating lever in the PRIME position and push the pumparm inwards (toward the pump) until the reagent fills the tubing, then release the pumparm. It may also be helpful to pinch the tubing several times with the fingers, pinching inthe area between the cannula and the pump.Figure 3-1. Priming the Tubing2. Release the lever, which will return automatically to the LOCK position.CAUTIONAlways wipe the platen from right to left. Damage to the position or shape of the sensingswitch fingers may result from not following recommended cleaning practices. Check theposition of the fingers after cleaning as described in step 5 of Check and CorrectInstrument Operation Prior to Pump Volume Adjustment on page 6-15.3. After priming, wipe the platen with a soft disposable, lint-free absorbent cloth ortissue.