Draining the Cooling Module (Single and Dual Fan)

This procedure applies to both cooling module modules (dual fan, black foam or single fan, orange foam).

Parts and Materials Required

  • Proper PPE
  • 2-liter beaker for fluid draining
  • Absorbent pad
  • Cooling Module Drain/Fill Tube Kit

Time Required

  • Approximately 20 minutes

Procedure

All screenshots taken from Service Software Version 4.0.7.0. Additionally, some screenshots are taken from Service Software disconnected from a Panther System and shows a Communication Status error. Your screen may vary by software version and Connection Status.

  1. Put on proper PPE.
  2. Open the right side panel of the system.
  3. ClosedDisconnect the fluid return line fitting from the output of the Sample Bay, located on the right, rear of the bay (nearest the system side panel). Push the fitting in and twist counterclockwise to disconnect.

  4. ClosedConnect the fill/drain tubes from the Fill Kit to both the Sample Bay fitting and the return line fitting. Push fittings in and twist clockwise to connect. Make sure the fittings are fully connected.

  5. ClosedRoute the fill/drain tubing to a 2-liter container placed on an absorbent pad on the floor beside the system.

  6. ClosedPosition the tubing so that the ends of the tubing are near the top of the container.

  7. Start Service Software and Closedclick the 4. LiVacCo System and Drawer tab.


  8. ClosedSelect Liquid, Vacuum, Cooling System from the dropdown and click Initialize.

  9. ClosedUnder Cooling Circulating Pump, click On. The cooling fluid pumps into the container from the cooling system. When full, the cooling system contains approximately 1200 mL of cooling fluid.

  10. ClosedWhen all of the fluid is pumped from the system, turn Off the circulating pump using Service Software.

  11. ClosedVerify that the Cooling Module reservoir is empty by visually inspecting the sight glass. There should be no fluid visible.

  1. ClosedDisconnect and remove the fill/drain tubing from the Sample Bay output fitting and fluid return line. Push the fittings in and twist counterclockwise to disconnect.

  2. ClosedReconnect the fluid return line fitting to the output fitting of the Sample Bay. Push the fitting in and twist clockwise to connect. Make sure the fitting is fully connected.

  3. Close the right side panel of the system.