Luminex 100 analyzer problems – Luminex 100 IS Version 2.2 User Manual

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Luminex 100 IS User Manual Version 2.2

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MAP Technology

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PN 89-00002-00-069 Rev. A

Verify that you selected the correct template.

Verify that lot information is entered correctly.

Verify that the system is functioning properly by running system
controls.

If the system controls pass, contact the kit manufacturer.

Luminex 100 Analyzer
Problems

Power On

Indicator Light Is

Not On

Verify that the Luminex 100 analyzer is powered on.

Verify that the system is plugged into an outlet with current.

If using a surge protector, verify that the power strip is On.

Remove and reconnect the cable.

Verify the fuses (see “Fuses” on page 7-11).

PC Is Not Powered

On

Verify that the PC voltage is set correctly by checking the back
of the PC. The options are 115 volts and 230 volts.

Verify that the system is plugged into an outlet with current.

If using a surge protector, verify that the power strip is On.

Remove the cable and reconnect.

Power on the PC.

Sheath Fluid Is

Leaking Onto the

Plate Holder

Remove and sonicate or flush the Luminex XYP instrument
Sample Probe. Load a new plate onto the plate holder.

Complete the following analyzer functions from the Maintenance
tab: Backflush, Drain, Alcohol Flush and Water Wash.

Empty the waste container. Prime the system and check if sheath
fluid is dripping into the waste container. Contact Luminex
Customer Support with this information.

If using the filter bottom plates, adjust the Sample Probe height
up to prevent the probe from puncturing the filter.

Progress Bar

Indicates No

Events Being

Collected During

Calibration or

Verification

Verify that the Luminex 100 analyzer and the Luminex XYP
instrument are connected properly.

Empty the waste container if it is completely filled.

Verify that the tubing from the sheath fluid and waste containers
are connected properly.

Verify that you properly mixed the system calibrators or controls
before dispensing into the wells.

Verify that you added the system calibrators or controls to the
correct well on the plate.

Verify that the volume added to the well is correct.

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