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981089 – September 1995
1. Transport Failure
2. Surface Artifacts
3. Abnormal Film Densities
4. Wet Films
5. Low Solution Levels
6. Overlapping of Films
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Film Feeding Error
Feed only single thicknesses of film. Feed next film only after
film feed signal. If there is no film feed signal, refer the
difficulty to qualified personnel.
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Feed only compatible films.
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Check that all Racks are seated correctly and that all Gears engage
correctly.
Check that the surfaces of all the Rollers, especially the Rollers in the
Wash Back, are clean and smooth.
Check that the Dryer and the Dryer Plenum are seated correctly.
Remove any dirt from the Dryer Rollers, the Air Tubes, and especially
from the Slots in the Air Tubes. Rinse the parts with water and wipe
them dry before installing them.
Check the settings for correct replenishment. Check the replenishment
system outside the processor: Tubing kinks, Pump operation, and Film
Detector Sensors.
Adjust the Dryer Temperature Control Setting to the lowest possible
temperature that still allows good drying.
Remove any buildup of debris or chemicals from the Feed Tray and
Rollers that are above the level of the processing solution. Check the
Feed Tray and all Entrance and Exit Rollers for damaged surfaces.
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Clean any biological growth in the Wash Tank with a mild solution of
chlorine bleach. Use 60 mL (2 fl oz.) of bleach per 3.8 L (1 gallon) of
water. Wipe Tanks with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth.
If the processor Tanks are not full, check that the Drain Valves are
closed and that the correct Drain Valves are installed. If necessary, call
your service provider.
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Change any incorrectly mixed, exhausted, or contaminated chemicals.
Fill the Replenishment Tanks if necessary.
Do not mix more than a 2-week supply of developer
replenisher.
Mix chemicals as directed.
Always use a Rack Drip Tray when lifting the Fixer Rack to
prevent contaminating the developer.
Check that the Entrance Rollers to the Developer Rack and Fixer Rack
are dry.
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Check that all Racks are in place, positioned, and rotating correctly.
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Check that all Roller Gears, Sprockets, and Idlers are engaged.
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