GE AKTAprocess User Manual

Monthly maintenance
The table below lists maintenance actions that are required monthly.
ActionComponent
Check the function and calibrate if needed Section6.6.2 Air trap
calibration, on page153 and following pages for more informa-
tion.
Note:
It is recommended that after a power down a calibration of the
level sensors should always be performed.
Air trap level sen-
sors
Check for oil leakage. (If the pump leaks, contact your local GE
Healthcare representative).
Pump
Check for leakage. Replace seals if needed. Perform a leakage
test at maximum operating pressure.
Connections and
seals
Maintenance annually or as
needed
The table below lists maintenance actions that are required annually or as needed.
ActionComponent
A preventive maintenance test procedure on all instruments,
sensors, pumps and valves should be performed annually by
trained and certified personnel. Contact your local GE
Healthcare representative. Replace all gaskets, O-rings and
valve diaphragms.
Complete system
Inspect stainless steel systems for rust. If needed, passivate
the steel by recirculating a solution of 5% phosphoric acid in
the system overnight at room temperature and then rinse with
purified water until the pH of the outlet liquid is neutral.
Complete stainless
steel system
Replace all wear and tear parts. Replace drive element lubricant.
Refer to the product documentation package for details.
Pump
Replace the UV lamp when the intensity is low or when a lamp
failure is indicated in UNICORN.
UV monitor
ÄKTAprocess Operating Instructions 29-0252-49 AA 131
6 Maintenance
6.1 User maintenance schedule

GE AKTAprocess Specifications

General

Brand	GE
Model	AKTAprocess
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English