Luminex 100 IS User Manual, Version 2.1 - Manual (Page 134)

100 IS User Manual Version 2.1 x MAP Technology
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After Running Samples
‹ After running samples, follow these steps:
1. Sanitize with a 10% household bleach solution.
2. Soak with filtered water. Wait until the soak completes.
3. Release pressure by loosening the sheath fluid container cap.
4. If desired, turn off the instrument.
Weekly
Visual Inspection
Open all Luminex 100 analyzer doors and visually inspect for leaks,
corrosion, and other signs of improper instrument function. Check all
visible tubing connections. Check the XYP instrument air intake
filter for buildup of dust.
Monthly
Clean the Sample Probe
‹ To clean the Sample Probe:
1. Remove the Sample Probe.
2. Clean the Sample Probe by using a bath sonicator or using a 10
mL syringe. If you are using a bath sonicator, place the smaller
end of the Sample Probe in the bath sonicator for 2-5 minutes. If
you are using a syringe, force 10% bleach through the larger end
of the Sample Probe.
3. Replace the Sample Probe and adjust the vertical height if
necessary.
4. Alcohol Flush the system with 70% isopropanol.
Clean Exterior Surfaces
‹ To clean exterior surfaces, follow these steps:
1. Disconnect the system from ac power by turning off the power
switches and unplugging the Luminex 100 analyzer and XYP
instrument.
Note: If you turn off the
instrument, you will need to
recalibrate the system upon
turning it on again.
Caution: The XYP instrument Sample Probe should slide up
easily while removing it from the Sample Arm. If you feel
resistance, do not force the probe up. Contact Customer Support.