Luminex 200 User Manual with IS 2.3 Software - Manual (Page 31)

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MAP Technology Maintenance and Cleaning
PN 89-00002-00-144 Rev. B 3 - 5
Weekly
Visual Inspection
Open all of the Luminex 200 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. The
lasers shut off during Self-Diagnostics, and must warm up again for
30 minutes after Self-Diagnostics completes.
Clean the Sample Probe
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To clean the sample probe:
1. Remove the sample probe as follows: Unsnap the light housing
located above the probe. Then, unscrew the Cheminert fitting on
top of the probe completely. Next, gently grasp the probe and
push up. Remove the probe out of the top of the sample arm.
2. Clean the sample probe using a bath sonicator or using a 10 mL
syringe. If you are using a bath sonicator, place the bottom of the
sample probe in the bath sonicator for 2 to 5 minutes. If you are
using a syringe, force distilled water through the bottom of the
sample probe.
3. Replace the sample probe and adjust the vertical height. You
should adjust the vertical height anytime the probe is removed.
4. Alcohol Flush the system with 70% isopropanol or 70% ethanol.
Flush the System
Run 3 backflushes, 3 drains, 2 alcohol flushes and 3 washes with
distilled water.
Danger: Be sure that the system is not performing an operation
when you remove the sample probe.
Caution: The Luminex XYP instrument sample probe should slide
up easily while removing it from the sample arm. If you feel
resistance, do not force the probe up. Contact Luminex Technical
Support.