Cleaning The Inlet Strainer - Millipore Milli-Q Direct 8 System User Manual

Cleaning the Inlet Strainer

 The purpose of the Inlet Strainer is to prevent a large particle from entering
Purpose
the System.
 If the Inlet Strainer becomes clogged, then feed water does not flow free
to the System.
 Cleaning the Inlet Strainer removes any trapped debris.
The Inlet Strainer should be cleaned when the following Alert message is
When
displayed.
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Alert message = EXAMINE INLET STRAINER
The Inlet Strainer should also be cleaned whenever yo
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Procedure
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the steps below to clean the Inle
Go to STANDBY Mode.
Shut off the feed water supply.
Unscrew the Inlet Strainer from the feed water supply.
Detach the tubing on the other end of the Inlet Strainer.
Flush water backwards through the Inlet Strainer.
Apply 3 to 4 turns of new white tape to the threads of the feed
water pipe.
S crew the Inlet Strainer bac
Attach the tubing to the other end of the Inlet Strainer.
Open the feed water supply valve.
Go to READY Mode.
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