Biotek 405 LS, Operator'S Manual

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Qualification Schedule
The following schedule defines the factory-recommended intervals for verification
tests for an instrument used two to five days a week. The schedule assumes that
the 405 LS is properly maintained as outlined in the
Recommended Maintenance
Schedule on page 119
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Note: An instrument qualification package (PN 1170543) is available for
purchase. The package contains thorough procedures for performing
Installation Qualification, Operational Qualification and Performance
Qualification (IQ-OQ-PQ) and preventative maintenance (PM). Extensive
Checklists and Logbooks are included for recording results. Contact your local
dealer for more information.
Tests
IQ OQ PQ
Initially Annually Monthly
Unpacking, Installation, and Setup
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Enable/Test System Sensors
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System Self Test and Checksum
Test
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Shake Test
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Ultrasonic Cleaner Test
ü
Washer Evacuation Efficiency Test
ü ü
Washer Dispense Precision Test
ü ü
Vacuum Filtration Evacuation Test
ü ü
Buffer Switching Dispense Test
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Verify™ Sensor Test
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Run Assay
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Important! The risk factors associated with your assays may require that the
Operational and Performance Qualification procedures be performed more or
less frequently than shown above.
System Self-Test, Verify Information
Perform these steps to verify software information and run a system self-check:
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