ObservationPossible causesRecommended solutions
Erratic event rateSample tube is crackedReplace the sample tube
Bal seal is wornReplace the Bal seal. Contact FMCF staff
Sample injection tube is cloggedRemove the sample tube to allow backflushing and prime the instrument several times. Contact FMCF staff if the issue is not resolved
Contaminated samplePrepare the specimen again. Ensure that the tube is clean
Sheath filter is dirtyReplace the filter. Contact FMCF staff