Roche Diagnostics May 2009
Service Manual · Version 9.0 D-19
cobas b 221 system 7 Troubleshooting
System stops
Error 10041 "Waste error 1"
The waste system is leaking.
o Insert new waste container.
o The waste docking mechanism is contaminated or damaged. It must be cleaned or
replaced.
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For instructions, see Replacing the waste docking mechanism on page B-69.
Error 10042 "Waste error 2"
The waste ventilation path is blocked.
o The waste ventilation path is blocked. Insert new waste container.
Error 10043 "Separator sens. error"
The optical fluid sensor in the waste separator could not be calibrated.
o In the sensor test check the functioning of the waste container sensor and if
necessary replace it.
o Replace the vacuum control board.
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For instructions, see Replacing the vacuum control board on page B-80.
Error 10044 "Separator error"
The fluid in the waste separator could not drain.
Too much sample injected, the waste separator is overfilled at the end of the
measurement.
o Stop injection of the sample when acoustic signal or visual indication on the
screen occurs.
o Insert new waste container.
Waste separator empty:
o In the sensor test check the functioning of the waste sensor and if necessary
replace the waste sensor.
Waste separator full:
o Check waste system (valve, waste tube, waste container) for blockages and replace
the relevant component.
Error 10045 "Check Waste fill level"
Measured waste fill level differs too much from calculated value.
o Check waste fill level and enter it correctly.