Shipping, Preparing magpix for shipping, Shipment checklist – Luminex MAGPIX Hardware and Installation Manual User Manual
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If a serious problem arises with MAGPIX, it may be necessary to return it to Luminex
Corporation for repairs. If Luminex Technical Support directs you to return MAGPIX, the
Technical Support representative will provide you with all necessary information as well as a
Return Material Authorization (RMA) number.
CAUTION:
Before the instrument is returned, perform two procedures:
Decontaminate the instrument and prepare the instrument for
shipping. For the decontamination procedure, see
on page 9. For instructions for
preparing the instrument for shipping, see below
Preparing MAGPIX for Shipping
To prepare MAGPIX for shipping:
1. Disconnect and remove the Drive Fluid container.
2. Remove the off plate reagent block and any microtiter plates.
3. Perform two Prime commands. This should remove fluid from the lines.
4. Empty the waste container.
5. Remove the probe.
6. Reinsert the red shipping plug. The Luminex-provided shipping materials include this.
Shipment Checklist
Complete the following checklist, sign and date it, and return it with MAGPIX.
1. Remove all specimens from the instrument.
2. Decontaminate the instrument.
3. Prepare the instrument for shipping.
Was there an internal leak in the system?
Yes
Appendix B: Shipping
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