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Bio-Plex Manager Software 6.1 User Guide
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5 Controlling the System
This chapter covers the Bio-Plex Manager ™ 6.1 software commands that
control basic system functions, such as instrument start up, warm up,
calibration, validation, and shut down.
NOTE: The startup, warm up, and calibration functions must be performed
prior to running an assay with Bio-Plex Manager, all of which together take
about 45 minutes. The Start up & Calibrate function allows you to complete
these steps with one command.
WARNINGS:
• The sheath fluid container and the waste fluid container should be
closely monitored
• The sheath fluid bottle must be placed at the same level as the
array reader, unless you are using the Bio-Plex High-Throughput
Fluidics (HTF) or Luminex Sheath Delivery System (SDS). The fluid
level should be below the air inlet connection and above the sheath
outlet connection. Always check the sheath fluid level before
starting a run or procedure
• If you are using the Bio-Plex HTF or Luminex SDS, it should sit on
the counter next to the array reader, while the sheath fluid cube
should be placed 3-4 feet below the array reader (for example, on
the floor)
• The waste fluid container receives waste from the system. Do not
allow the waste container to overflow. Empty the waste bottle each
time the sheath fluid bottle is filled. The waste container should be
placed on the bench next to the instrument. Never place this
container on top of the instrument. All waste containers should
have vented caps
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