Luminex 200 System User Manual - Manual (Page 33)

To ensure accurate test results, properly clean and maintain the Luminex 200 system. Read
and follow all instructions in this section. For your convenience, a maintenance log form is
included at the end of this chapter.
It is important to use only xMAP Sheath Fluid or other Luminex-approved sheath fluid.
WARNING: Use of non-Luminex approved sheath fluid shall constitute
“Improper Use” and may void warranty rights provided by
Luminex and/or its authorized partner.
WARNING: When analyzing potentially infectious biological samples on the
Luminex 200 analyzer, follow standard laboratory safety
practices. These safety precautions should also be taken when
cleaning or maintaining the analyzer.
Do not remove the analyzer cover under any circumstances!
Daily Maintenance
If the system is powered on, but idle for more than four hours, click Warmup. Wait 30
minutes for the Luminex 200 analyzer and the optics system to warm up.
Before Running Samples
1. Turn the Luminex 200 analyzer on. The laser warms up.
2. Verify the levels of sheath fluid and waste fluid.
3. Tighten the sheath container cap.
4. Prime the analyzer.
5. Perform an alcohol flush using at least 1.2 mL of 70% isopropanol or 70% ethanol in the
reservoir.
6. Run two wash commands using distilled water.
7. Verify that the sample probe has been vertically aligned for the plate used in the kit.
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