Vacuum System Adjustments and Troubleshooting Notes

The Online Troubleshooting Procedure lists a large number of possible causes and corrective
actions for error code 600 13 24 – Low Vacuum. Following is a list of additional troubleshooting
tips:

Failed DCP: air in the fluid lines.

Corrective action: run the Dispense Test for all reagent probes and dispense ports 5 times to
prime the lines, and try DCP again.

Irregular vacuum pump performance / calibration – vacuum pump condensation wells and filters
are dirty.
Corrective action: Run “Vacuum Test” in Diagnostics Tools, and check the flow value on the
vacuum regulator gauge. If the flow is below 13.5 inHg, adjust it using the regulator knob.
Inspect the vacuum pump filters and clean them.

Water Trap:
1) Ball does not float correctly to protect the vacuum pump from moisture.
2) Vacuum flow is partially clogged.
3) Water trap seal is damaged.
Corrective action: clean the water trap and ensure that all connections are tight (no leaks).

Waste Reservoir Cap: loose or slight stress fracture in black cap, loose quick disconnects.
Corrective action: check the waste reservoir cap and quick disconnects for leaks and placement.

Defective waste sensor does not hold tight vacuum seal: ensure the clip holds sensor tight or the
sensor gasket material is worn.
Corrective action: clean the sensor, check the sensor gasket and ensure that the clip is sealing the
sensor to the reservoir.