Excessive Vibrations - Gambro Cobe Spectra Essentials Manual

EXCESSIVE VIBRATIONS!

EXCESSIVE VIBRATIONS!
Check centrifuge disposables.
Alarm LED is red. Pumps and centrifuge stop.
Probable Cause
Broken tubing in the centrifuge
Unbalanced centrifuge
Internal system malfunction
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Stop the procedure.
Ensure the channel is properly installed in the centrifuge. Ensure the tubing, including the upper collar, is
properly installed and that the multi-lumen tubing is not pulled too tightly through the exit slot. Ensure the
centrifuge arm is not bent.
Note the alarm message. Press CONTINUE.
If the alarm recurs, discontinue the procedure. Press CHANGE MODE, then press 4 to select "Rinseback." To
override the alarm during Rinseback mode, press CONTINUE. Notify a qualified service technician of the alarm
message.
To override the alarm for 60 seconds, press CONTINUE.
Action
General Alarms and Troubleshooting
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