Luminex 100 IS Version 2.3 - Manual (Page 143)

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MAP Technology Maintenance and Cleaning
PN 89-00002-00-072 Rev. C 6 - 3
Refill the Sheath
Fluid Container
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To refill the sheath fluid container:
1. Release system pressure by removing the lid from the sheath
fluid container.
2. Replace the sheath fluid box with a new box or refill the sheath
fluid container.
Empty the Waste
Container
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To empty the waste container:
1. Disconnect the waste container from the Luminex 100 analyzer.
2. Discard the waste from the waste container by appropriate
means.
3. Reconnect the waste container to the Luminex 100 analyzer and
replace the cap.
Any time the sheath container is disconnected from the Luminex
100 analyzer, you must remove air from the sample lines by
priming.
If the sheath container ever runs dry, prime the system at least
twice until the air is removed from the system.
Weekly
Visual Inspection
Open all of the Luminex 100 analyzer doors and visually inspect for
leaks, corrosion, and other signs of improper function. Check all
visible tubing connections. Check the Luminex XYP instrument air
intake filter for buildup of dust. Check the SD system and its
connection for leaks. If you see a leak, turn off the power to the
Luminex SD system and contact Luminex Corporation.
Run Self-Diagnostics
Run Self-Diagnostics on a weekly basis to check system integrity.
On the Maintenance tab, click Self Diag. The system performs self-
diagnostic tests. The results display on the Diagnostics tab.
Clean Sample Probe
Clean the sample probe. Remove the sample probe and sonicate the
narrow end for 2-3 minutes.Use a syringe to flush the sample probe
with distilled water from the narrow end out through the larger end.
Replace the sample probe and readjust the sample probe height for
the plates you are using with the Luminex XYP instrument.
Note: There is NO warning of
a high waste volume. Empty
the waste container each time
you fill the sheath container.