« Purpose »
To remove any substances adhered to the air cylinder seal.
Salt or other substances adhered to the air cylinder seal will reduce the efficiency of the separation buffer transfer process.
« Guidelines for Procedure »
• When adhered substances are present on the air cylinder seal.
• When a seal mark is evident on a microchip surface after analysis is complete.
« Requirements »
• Wipes
• Milli-Q ultrapure water
« Cleaning Procedure »
1. Perform the procedure in "Moving All Axes to Home Position".
Click here for "(MCE) Moving All Axes to Home Position".
2. Wipe the tip of the air cylinder seal with a wipe soaked in water.
CAUTION:
• Do NOT scratch the air cylinder seal.
• Do NOT apply unnecessary force to the tip of the aspirator.
3. Then remove any residual water with a dry wipe.