Luminex 100 User Manual Version 1.7 - Manual (Page 92)

Luminex 100 User Manual Version 1.7 x MAP Technology
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Decontaminating
the Luminex 100
Analyzer for Return
Shipment
Technical Support will supply a Return Material Authorization
(RMA) number if they direct you to return the analyzer to Luminex,
and instruct you in returning the analyzer according to Luminex
procedures. Decontaminate the unit before shipping.
Before returning the Luminex 100 analyzer, sanitize and
decontaminate the accessible surfaces and internal fluidics system.
This is particularly important if you have analyzed biohazardous
samples. Make a copy of this page to complete and return with the
analyzer. Submit the completed checklist, both signed and dated,
with the Luminex 100 analyzer.
1. Replace the sheath fluid with a 10%-20% bleach solution.
2. Remove specimens, disposables, and reagents from the analyzer.
3. Sanitize the analyzer with a 10%-20% bleach solution using the
Sanitize command on the main screen of the system. Follow this
by washing twice with distilled water.
4. Turn off the power switch on the back of the analyzer, then
unplug the power cord from the wall source.
5. Disconnect the sheath fluid and waste containers.
6. Drain the sheath fluid and waste containers.
7. Rinse the waste container with a 10%-20% bleach solution.
8. Wash all exterior surfaces with a mild detergent, followed by a
10% bleach solution.
9. Open both front doors of the Luminex 100 analyzer. Clean all
accessible surfaces with mild detergent, followed by 10% bleach.
10. Pack the system in a biohazard bag. Return the unit in its original
packaging or an approved shipping container. Include a copy of
this checklist in the packaging.
Was there an internal leak in the system? Yes No
Print Name: __________________________________
Signature: ___________________________________RMA
Number: __________________ Date: ___________________
Note: If you are returning the
Luminex XYP instrument or the
Luminex SD instrument,
decontaminate accessible
surfaces using 10% bleach.