Luminex xPONENT 3.1 - Manual (Page 14)

Luminex xPONENT 3.1 Software Manual
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About This Guide
The conventions in this document assume a basic familiarity with computers and a
knowledge of Microsoft
®
Windows
®
software. Commands are often available through
more than one method, such as from the toolbar and from menus that appear when right-
clicking an area of the screen. However, for ease of use the individual procedures in this
manual describe only one method for accessing commands.
This guide is formatted as a PDF, and can be printed. However, the guide is best viewed
online due to the bookmarks and hypertext included in the text.
This guide may be updated periodically. To ensure that you have a current version, access
www.luminexcorp.com/support/tech_manuals.html. The most recent version of this guide,
as well as all translations of this guide, are available for download at that URL.
General Guidelines
Modifying or deleting xPONENT
®
system files may cause degradation to system
performance. You can repair modified or deleted xPONENT system files by uninstalling
and re-installing the xPONENT software.
Use of unauthorized third party software with xPONENT software may result in corruption
or failure of the xPONENT software. Use third party software at your own risk.
If using a screen saver on the xPONENT system, be aware that xPONENT will prevent it
from activating. A dialog box will display each time xPONENT is launched, recommending
that the screen saver and any power management settings are turned off.
This system contains electrical, mechanical, and laser components that, if handled
improperly, are potentially harmful. In addition, biological hazards may be present during
system operation. Therefore, we recommend that all system users adhere to standard
laboratory safety practices. The protection provided by the equipment may be impaired or
the warranty voided if Luminex 100/200 systems are used in a manner not specified by the
instructions or by Luminex Corporation.
Biological Samples
Human and animal samples may contain biohazardous infectious agents. Where
exposure to potentially biohazardous material, including aerosol, exists, follow appropriate
biosafety procedures and use personal protective equipment - gloves, gowns, laboratory
coats, face shields, or mask and eye protection - and ventilation devices. Observe all
local, state, and federal biohazard handling regulations when disposing of biohazardous
waste material.
Bead Handling
xMAP beads come in various configurations. Avoid excessive agitation of the product to
reduce foaming and surface precipitation. The xMAP beads will settle if left undisturbed.
Always ensure that the xMAP beads are homogeneously resuspended prior to dispensing.
The uncoupled xMAP beads are not monodispersed and tend to aggregate until coated.