Helpful Hints - Gilson PLC 2050 User Manual

Helpful Hints

to keep the system at optimal performance, Gilson recommends the following:
● follow the preventative
● Do not start the pump without fluid in the system as this may prematurely wear the seals.
● Do not leave buffer in the system. Doing this may cause blockages and wear the seals.
● run a clean and appropriate solvent through all fluid paths before storing the system.
● Clean the valves if the system has not been used for a while.
● Wipe up all spills immediately.
● allow liquids to equilibrate to room temperature before running them through the system;
cold liquids may cause leakage.
Cleaning and Decontamination
Exterior
the instrument should be cleaned occasionally, using a dry, clean cloth. if necessary, use
a cloth dipped in soapy water. if liquid is accidentally spilled on the instrument, wipe it up
immediately. if a contamination is suspected, the external surfaces of the instrument should
be wiped down with 10% aqueous iPa to remove any residue.
Fluid Path
Depending upon your use of the instrument, it may be necessary to flush the entire fluid
path. it is important to clean the fluid path if you won't be using the system for a while or if
you're using a solution with a high salt concentration for a wash or as a diluent. refer to the
instructions below:
1. Prime the fluid path with distilled or deionized water.
2. flush the fluid path with 30% ethanol or 30% aqueous iPa. the fluid path has now been
cleaned appropriately for weekend storage (or longer).
NOTE
WARNING
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maintenanCe
Maintenance Schedule
Before running an application, prime and flush the fluid path with distilled or deionized water
and with the solvents of this application.
Potentially hazardous chemicals can be used with the system. Use care when
handling chemicals and wear appropriate PPE. Handling toxic, flammable and
hazardous chemicals can lead to health and safety risks.
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