Luminex MAGPIX Hardware and Installation Manual - Manual (Page 72)

Initializing MAGPIX
Initialize MAGPIX at the start of each day. Refer to the MAGPIX User Quick Guide
for instructions for setting up the daily initialization. Initialization requires less than five
minutes and includes a quick system self-check.
Verifying MAGPIX
Perform verification using the xPONENT for MAGPIX software. Refer to the
xPONENT for MAGPIX Software User Manual or online help.
Maintaining Fluids
MAGPIX has a built-in compartment to hold a single-use disposable Drive Fluid container and
a reusable waste fluid container. It comes with two waste fluid containers and a two-pack of
Drive Fluid containers. All fluid tubing is contained within the instrument.
Monitor fluid levels daily. Replace the empty Drive Fluid container as needed. If MAGPIX
operates with an empty Drive Fluid container, the lack of Drive Fluid may interrupt a sample
and prevent further samples from being collected.
CAUTION: Use only xMAP Drive Fluid. Use of any other Drive Fluid
constitutes improper use and can void the warranty provided by
Luminex, its authorized partner, or both.
Empty the waste fluid container whenever it is full. Use the following guidelines:
• Replace the newly emptied waste fluid container with the second, dry waste fluid container
so the moisture remaining in the first waste fluid container does not trigger a “waste bottle
full” message.
• Before removing the waste fluid container, make certain all other fittings and tubes are
firmly attached to avoid any contamination from dripping waste fluid.
To empty the waste fluid container:
1. Open the fluid compartment at the bottom front of MAGPIX.
2. Disconnect the orange waste fluid line from the waste fluid container.
3. Carefully remove the waste fluid container from its tray.
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