Luminex FLEXMAP 3D Hardware User Manual - Manual (Page 30)

CAUTION: Adhere to standard laboratory safety practices when handling
hazardous, toxic, or flammable reagents and chemicals. Contact
Luminex Technical Support when in doubt about compatibility of
cleaning and decontamination agents or materials.
Required Laboratory Reagents
• 10 - 20% household bleach
• 70% isopropanol or 70% ethanol
• 0.1N NaOH
• Mild detergent
• Distilled water
WARNING: Isopropanol and ethanol are flammable liquids. Keep them away
from heat, open flames, and sparks in a well-ventilated area.
Remove them from the instrument when they are not in use.
xMAP Technology Reagents
Luminex ® FLEXMAP 3D ® Hardware
The FLEXMAP 3D system includes the following hardware:
• The FLEXMAP 3D instrument
• Personal computer (PC) and accessories
• Power cables
• Three sample probes
• Off-plate reagent area
• 96 and 384 heater blocks
• Empty cubitainer for waste
• Sheath fluid intake line
• Waste fluid outtake line
• USB communication cable
• Barcode reader (optional)
• Sample probe height alignment kit
• Monitor arm
NOTE: For information on calibrating the probe correctly, refer to the
FLEXMAP 3D Probe Height Adjustment Tool section.
Recommended Additional Equipment
Successful operation of the Luminex FLEXMAP 3D system may require additional
equipment.
Technical Overview
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