Cleaning The Fan Filter; Changing The Fuses - Molecular Devices SpectraMax M2 User Manual

If needed, clean the microplate drawer using a cloth or sponge that has been dampened
with water. Should fluids spill in the drawer area (when the drawer is out), they are
directed to a tray at the bottom of the instrument, from which they exit to the bench or
counter beneath the instrument.
Wipe up any spills immediately. Do not allow excess water or other fluids to drip inside
the instrument.
5.5.

CLEANING THE FAN FILTER

The fan filter on the bottom of the instrument requires periodic cleaning. The frequency
of cleaning depends on how dusty your particular lab is and could range from once a
month to once every six months.
Turn power to the instrument OFF and then remove the power cord and cables from
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the back of the instrument.
Remove any plate or adapter from the instrument drawer. Turn the instrument over so
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that it rests flat on the bench.
Pop the black fan cover off and remove the filter.
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Clean the filter by blowing clean, canned air through it or by rinsing it—first with
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water and then with alcohol—and allowing it to dry completely.
Place the clean, dry filter over the fan and replace the black cover.
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Turn the instrument back over. Reconnect the power cord and cables to the instru-
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ment.
5.6.

CHANGING THE FUSES

Fuses burn out occasionally and must be replaced.
If the instrument does not seem to be getting power after switching it on (the LCD shows
no display):
Check to see whether the power cord is securely plugged in to a functioning power out-
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let and to the receptacle at the rear of the instrument.
If power failed while the instrument was already on:
Check that the power cord is not loose or disconnected and that power to the power
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outlet is functioning properly.
If these checks fail to remedy the loss of power, follow the steps listed below to replace the
fuses. Spare fuses (two U.S. and two metric) are shipped with the instrument. The U.S.
and metric fuses are identical except for physical size. They may be taped to the back of
the instrument.
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