Molecular Devices SpectraMax M2 User Manual page 41

5. Maintenance
SpectraMax M2 & SpectraMax M2e Multi-mode Plate Readers User Guide — 0112-0102 Rev. D
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If you no longer have spare fuses, you may obtain new ones from Molecular Devices (part
numbers: 4601-0013 for U.S., 4601-0014 for metric) or from a local hardware store.
Make sure fuses are rated SLOWBLOW (U.S.: 4-amp time-delay; metric: 4-amp,
5 x 20 mm, time-delay).
To change fuses:
Switch power to the instrument off and then remove the power cord from the outlet
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and from the instrument power cord receptacle.
Remove the computer cable (if connected) from the back of the instrument.
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Turn the instrument around for easy access to the rear panel.
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On the left-hand side of the rear panel (viewed from the back) is the power switch, fuse
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box, and power cord receptacle. As shown in the figures below, press to the left of the
black plastic cover of the fuse box to release it. Pull the fuse box cover away from the
instrument. The fuse box will begin to slide forward.
Continue gently pulling the fuse box forward until it is free of the instrument.
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Figure 5.1: Prying open the fuse box cover.
When removed, the fuse assembly will appear as shown in Figure 5.2. The holder
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inside contains two fuses.