Troubleshooting - Argos PVAC Manuel De L'opérateur

Argos Technologies P-Vac™ Portable Vacuum System — Operator's Manual
Maintenance, Cleaning & Decontamination (continued)
CAUTION! Disconnect the product from the power outlet before cleaning.
Never pour liquid in or on the unit or AC adapter. Never submerge the unit or
AC adapter in liquid!
WARNING! Prior to decontaminating, reference reagent Material Safety Data
Sheet (MSDS) and wear essential protective equipment. When working with
hazardous substances, you must comply with your laboratory regulations, trade
association regulations, health authorities and supervisory offices. Adhere to all
applicable local and national regulations before disposing of hazardous substances.
To decontaminate the external product housing, please follow the above cleaning
instructions. No internal parts can be decontaminated by the user. If this product
becomes unusable because of internal contamination, the entire product must be
disposed of according to laboratory and local regulations.

Troubleshooting

Error
Unit does not
operate
Excessive Noise or
Vibration
Battery will not
charge
Unit stops running
without pressing
front button
Suction power
inadequate or pump
runs constantly
Cause
Loose power cord
On / Off Button
Check battery status
indicator
Unit may have ingested
fluid
Filter not installed
properly
Incorrect power supply
Battery has expired
Loose Cord
Suction power setting
too low
Leak in vacuum system
Tube blocked
Filter blocked
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Solution
Check Cord
Press "On" button
Allow to charge or run
connected to power source
Check for a clogged filter
Remove & reinstall filter
per above instructions
Use power supply that was
provided with unit
Replace battery
Check Cord
Increase suction by turning
knob clockwise
Check all hoses and
fittings for cracks or
looseness . Correct and
replace components as
needed .
Replace or clean tubes
Replace filter