User manual

Section 6- Warranty and Maintenance
Maintenance FAQs
Q. How do I clean the pedestal?
A: Add 2-3 µL of water to the bottom pedestal surface and lower the arm to form a liquid column. Raise the arm and
wipe both measurement surfaces with a dry, lint-free laboratory wipe. Do not use detergents or isopropanol as
cleaning agents as their use may result in the pedestals becoming unconditioned. When the pedestal becomes
unconditioned sample droplets will “flatten-out” instead of “beading up” when applied to the bottom pedestal.
Q. How do I clean the cuvette assembly block?
A: Use a dry lab swab or lab wipe to wick away any spills within or around the assembly block. Do not squirt any
liquid into the block as the liquid will drip into the instrument.
Q: How often do I need to check the calibration of the NanoDrop 2000/2000c?
A: We recommend confirming that the instrument is working within specifications about every 6 months. The
Thermo Scientific Calibration Check Fluid (CF-1) is required to run the calibration check procedure. CF-1 is
available from Thermo Fisher Scientific or one of its authorized distributors.
Q: How do I check the accuracy of the NanoDrop 2000/2000c when using a cuvette?
A: Although a specific calibration check procedure is not available for the NanoDrop 2000c we suggest the use of
Thermo Scientific SPECTRONIC™ 10%T and 50%T neutral density filters.
Q: Is the flash lamp continuously on, or is it on only when performing a measurement?
A: The lamp is only on during measurements.
Q: How long before I need to replace the flashlamp?
A: The lamp is rated to last for 3.5 million measurements before replacement should be required.
Q: Does the NanoDrop 2000/2000c require a computer to operate?
A: Yes, the NanoDrop 2000/2000c connects to a computer with a USB cable. The cable, operating software and a
one year warranty are supplied with each instrument.
Q: Are there solvent restrictions?
A: Do not use hydrofluoric acid on the pedestal as it can etch the quartz optical fiber. Most other laboratory solvents
typically used in life science labs, including dilute acids, are compatible with the pedestal as long as they are
immediately wiped away.
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