User manual

Troubleshooting the VITEK

2 Instrument Cleaning Optics (Cards Processing)

VITEK

2 Instrument User Manual 8-25

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The optics consist of multiple units that are hinged on the bottom and held in

place by spring-loaded levers.

Note: Do each step for all transmittance optic units at the same time.

6) Using your right hand, grasp the optics unit and place your thumb on the

lever (2, Figure 8-16).

Figure 8-16: Opening the Optics

7) Push down on the lever to release the unit and allow it to rotate on its

hinges.

8) Inspect the glass on both surfaces for cracks or scratches.

Note: Any apparent crack or scratch should be reported to bioMérieux.

9) Using a quality, lint free lens paper that has been slightly moistened with

alcohol, clean both glass surfaces of each Transmittance Optics.

10) While cleaning the emitter side of the Transmittance Optics, push the

reader head plate down and clean the glass as close to the belt as

possible.

If foreign material remains on either surface, repeat this step using an

alcohol wipe. Squeeze out excess alcohol before using, and dry the

surface with lens paper. Make sure that you do not leave streaks on the

glass.

11) Rotate the unit back into place while pushing down slightly on the lever

until it is secured.

12) Replace the empty test card collection tray in the Waste Collection

Station.

13) Close the top access door, then close the Waste Collection Station door.

14) Press Cleaning completed.

Note: If Step 14 is not completed within the five minutes allowed, test card

processing resumes automatically. If the optics are still open, the instrument

generates an error condition.