Metrohm 788 IC Filtration Sample Processor - Manual (Page 158)

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6.6 Validation / GLP
GLP (Good Laboratory Practice) requirements include the periodic
check of analytical instruments for reproducibility and accuracy using
Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
Although the instrument in question is not a measuring instrument, it is
recommended to include the 788 IC Filtration Sample Processor in the
validation of an analytical system as a part of it.
Checking of the electronic and mechanical components of measuring
instruments can and should be undertaken by qualified personnel of
the manufacturing company as part of regular servicing. All Metrohm
instruments are provided with start-up test routines which check that
the relevant assemblies are working perfectly when the instrument is
switched on. If no error message is displayed, it can be assumed that
the instrument is functioning faultlessly. Instruments from the Metrohm
company are also supplied with built-in diagnostic programs which en-
able the user to check the functioning of certain components in the
event of malfunctions or faulty behavior and to localize the fault. Diag-
nostic programs may also be integrated in a validation procedure.