Bio-Rad Bio-Plex® 200 Systems User Manual

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2.3 Recommended Additional Equipment Not Provided

Surge protector
We recommend the use of a 6-outlet surge protector, with a minimum surge current of 12,000 A;
power, 1,500 W; clamping voltage, 336 V; clamping response, <500 psec; maximum leakage
current, <50 µA. UL-listed (for USA user), CSA-certified, CE-marked (for use outside USA). See
www.alliedelec.com and part number 575-9715.

Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
We recommend the use of an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect your system from a
power outage. Choose a supply that can provide 1,050 W for at least 45 min. The UPS should
be UL-listed, CSA-certified, and CE-marked when used internationally.

2.4 Bio-Plex Assays

The Bio-Plex assays have been carefully integrated into the Bio-Plex 200 system to ensure
seamless operation and accurate, reproducible results. For more specific information, consult
Bio-Plex assay manuals or visit our web site at www.bio-rad.com/bio-plex/

Bio-Rad offers a series of preformatted kits for your convenience. Other xMAP assays that utilize
the Luminex technology can be run on the system. Bio-Rad also offers mixed-to-order assay
panels of any combination of available analytes. Visit www.bio-rad.com/bio-plex/x-plex/ for
details.

Section 3
Installation

An authorized Bio-Rad service representative will set up the Bio-Plex

200 system in your

laboratory. The following general setup procedure is provided here for reference.

3.1 Unpacking

An authorized Bio-Rad service representative will install your Bio-Plex 200 system in your
laboratory. If, upon inspection of the shipping containers, you suspect that damage to the contents
may have occurred, contact Bio-Rad Technical Support.

Warning: Due to the weight of the array reader, it is recommended that two people, one on
each side of the instrument, lift the system from the bottom.

Warning: The array reader contains sensitive optics. Do not jar the instrument when unpacking.

3.2 System Location

Selection of an appropriate location for your Bio-Plex 200 system is critical for optimal performance.
Following is a list of recommended placement conditions.

Place on a clean, flat, and stable surface free of excessive dust or moisture. This surface
must be free of other instrumentation that may cause vibration.

Do not obstruct the area below the array reader, and allow at least 2" of clearance around
the machine.

The ambient temperature should be stable and within the range of 15–30°C (21°C is optimal),
and the relative humidity should not exceed 80%, noncondensing. It is preferable to place
the instrument in a location where the temperature does not deviate by more than ± 2°C.
Avoid drafty locations as this may contribute to excessive temperature fluctuation.