Checking The Replenishment Flow Rates - Kodak RP X-Omat Processor M7B Operator's Manual

Section 4: Checking the Replenishment Flow Rates
Warning
• Hot Surfaces
• Wear rubber gloves, suitable eye protection, and protective clothing when performing the maintenance
procedures.
[1] Remove:
• CROSSOVERS
• DEVELOPER RACK
• FIXER RACK
Note
Do not drain the TANKS.
[2] Install the DETECTOR CROSSOVER ASSEMBLY.
[3] Insert the CHECK TUBE into the DEVELOPER REPLENISHER INLET in the bottom of the TANK.
[4] Turn on the MAIN POWER SWITCH.
[5] Manually actuate one of the DETECTOR SWITCHES, and allow the DEVELOPER to flow through the TUBE
and release any existing air in the TUBE.
[6] To check the replenishment rate, hold a GRADUATED CYLINDER under the CHECK TUBE.
[7] Feed a sheet of 35 x 43 cm (14 x 17 in.) film into the PROCESSOR.
Note
The REPLENISHMENT SOLUTION flows for 4 seconds after the trailing edge of the film leaves the DETECTOR
ROLLERS.
[8] When the REPLENISHMENT PUMP stops, check that the amount of solution in the GRADUATED
CYLINDER is correct according to the manufacturer's film and chemical specifications.
[9] Remove the CHECK TUBE and clean it thoroughly.
[10] Check the FIXER replenishment flow rate by doing Steps 3 - 9 for the FIXER TANK.
[11] Install the CROSSOVERS, DEVELOPER RACK, and FIXER RACK.
Note
• Drain, clean, and fill the DEVELOPER PROCESSING TANK after one month's use, or after processing fewer
than 150 sheets of film in 24 hours of operation of the PROCESSOR (example three 8-hour days, two 12-hour
days, etc.).
• When you process greater quantities of film, drain, clean, and fill the DEVELOPER PROCESSING TANK after
3 month's use, or as experience indicates.
• Do not mix DEVELOPER and REPLENISHER solutions in quantities larger than a 2-week supply.
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