Luminex 200 System User Manual - Manual (Page 36)

Clean the Sample Probe
WARNING: Be sure that the system is not performing an operation when
you remove the sample probe.
CAUTION: The Luminex analyzer sample probe should slide up easily while
removing it from the sample arm. If you feel resistance, do not
force the probe up. Contact Luminex Technical Support.
1. Remove the sample probe as follows:
a. Unsnap the light housing located above the probe.
b. Then, unscrew the Cheminert fitting on top of the probe completely.
c. Next, gently grasp the probe and push up.
d. Remove the probe out of the top of the sample arm.
2. Remove the sample probe and sonicate the narrow end for 2-3 minutes. Keep the larger
end out of the sonication fluid.
3. Using a syringe, flush the sample probe with distilled water from the narrow end out
through the larger end.
4. Replace the sample probe and readjust the height for the plates you are using.
5. Run 3 backflushes, 3 drains, 2 alcohol flushes, and 3 washes with distilled water.
Flush the System
Run 3 backflushes, 3 drains, 2 alcohol flushes and 3 washes with distilled water.
Monthly
Clean Exterior Surfaces
1. Disconnect the system from AC power by turning off the power switches and unplugging
the Luminex 200 analyzer, the Luminex XYP instrument, and the Luminex SD system.
2. Wipe all exterior surfaces with mild detergent, then a 10% to 20% household bleach
solution, and finally with plain distilled water.
3. Open both doors of the analyzer. Clean all accessible surfaces with detergent followed by
a 10% to 20% household bleach solution and then plain distilled water.
4. Dry the sheet metal surfaces to prevent corrosion.
5. Plug in and power on the Luminex 200 analyzer, the Luminex XYP instrument, and the
Luminex SD system.
Calibrate and Verify the System
You should calibrate and verfy the system on a monthly basis as part of regularly scheduled
maintenance. For instructions on calibrating the system and verifying calibration, see the
Luminex online help or the applicable Luminex software manual.
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