Instruction manual

Preventive Maintenance
Filter Tape Replacement
Thermo Fisher Scientific Model 5030i SHARP Instruction Manual 5-7
3. Record the reference volumetric flow meter reading and the instant
flow reading. If the difference between both readings is less than 0.42
L/min (±2.5%), the leak check passes.
Use the following procedure to replace the filter tape in case of breaks or if
the tape runs out.
Equipment Damage Some internal components can be damaged by small
amounts of static electricity. A properly grounded antistatic wrist strap
must be worn while handling any internal component. For more
information about appropriate safety precautions, see the “Servicing”
chapter. ▲
1. Remove left side panel.
2. From the main menu choose Instrument Controls > Filter Tape
Control > Manual > Bench(s). Press .
3. Loosen both reel nuts on tape spindler. Remove used filter tape and
empty tape spool from tape spindles.
4. Insert new filter tape on left tape spindle and tighten reel nut.
5. Insert new blank pick up spool on right tape spindle.
6. Route tape according to Figure 5–5.
7. Attach end of tape to blank tape spool on right tape spindle with 2-inch
of tape.
8. Turn blank tape spool until there is two complete wrappings of tape.
9. Tighten right reel nut. From Filter Tape Control > Manual > choose
Tape and press to MOVE tape.
10. From the main menu choose Alarms > Instrument Alarms to verify
that there are no filter tape alarms.
11. Replace left side cover.
Filter Tape
Replacement