Cooling Module Peltier Module Removal and Replacement (Dual Fan)

Parts and Materials Required

• Proper PPE

• Allen wrench, 3 mm
• Flat blade screwdriver, small

• COOLING MODULE, PELTIER MODULE

Time Required

• 45 minutes (does not include module removal/replacement)

Removal Procedure

1. Put on proper PPE.
2. Remove the Cooling Module from the system.
3. Remove the Cooling Module Dual Fans. This will allow access to the Peltier cable connections.
4. Locate the Peltier cable connections on the Cooling Module.

   

5. Use a small Allen key or a small flat blade screwdriver to remove the wires from the Peltier that you want to replace.

   

6. Remove the screw from the stabilizing bracket.

   

7. Remove the foam insert(s) above and below the Peltier to replace.

   

8. Using a 3 mm Allen wrench, remove the upper right screw and bottom left screws that secure the Peltier in place.

   

9. Remove the Peltier from the module.

   

Replacement Procedure

1. Make sure interfacing surfaces of Peltier module and reservoir are clean.
2. Position the Peltier into mounting location.

   

3. Using the 3 mm Allen wrench, insert and tighten the two screws that secure the Peltier. Re-install the foam inserts.

   

4. Using a 3 mm Allen wrench, insert and tighten the screw on the stabilizing bracket.

   

5. Use a small Allen key or a small flat blade screwdriver to install the Peltier wires.

   

6. Reinstall the Cooling Module fans.
7. Reinstall the Cooling Module.

Verification

1. Visually inspect the fluid height within the Cooling Module.
2. Verify the temperatures of the Sample Bay and Reagent Bay.
3. Verify vacuum pressure.
4. Verify that the Universal Fluid Drawer opens, closes, locks, and unlocks.
5. Verify that the Waste Drawer opens, closes, locks, and unlocks.
6. Verify that the waste bag presence sensor operates.
7. Verify Liquid Waste Bottle level sensing.
8. Verify that the right side Panther System cooling fan functions properly.