Biotek MicroFlo select, Operator'S Manual

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Precautions
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MicroFlo Select Operator's Manual
Warning! Internal Voltage. Always turn off the power switch and unplug the
power supply before cleaning the outer surface of the instrument.
Warning! Potential Biohazards. Some assays or specimens may pose a
biohazard. Adequate safety precautions should be taken as outlined in the assay’s
package insert. This hazard is noted by the symbol shown here. Always wear
safety glasses and appropriate protective equipment, such as chemically resistant
rubber gloves and apron.
Warning! Unspecified Use. Failure to operate this equipment according to the
guidelines and safeguards specified in this manual could result in a hazardous
condition.
Warning! Pinch Hazard.
Some areas of the instrument or its components can
present pinch hazards when the instrument is operating. These areas are marked
with the symbol shown here. Keep hands/fingers clear of these areas when the
instrument is operating.
Warning! Software Quality Control. The operator must follow the
manufacturer’s assay package insert when modifying software parameters and
establishing reading, washing, or dispensing methods.
Failure to conduct quality
control checks could result in erroneous test data .
Precautions
The following precautions are provided to help avoid damage to the instrument:
Caution: Service. The instrument should be serviced by BioTek authorized
service personnel. Only qualified technical personnel should perform
troubleshooting and service procedures on internal components.
Caution: Environmental Conditions. Do not expose the instrument to
temperature extremes. For proper operation, ambient temperatures should remain
within the range listed in the
Specifications section. Performance may be
adversely affected if temperatures fluctuate above or below this range. Storage
temperature limits are broader.
Caution: Sodium Hypochlorite. Do not expose any part of the instrument to
the recommended diluted sodium hypochlorite solution (bleach) for more than 20
minutes. Prolonged contact may damage the instrument surfaces. Be certain to
rinse and thoroughly wipe all surfaces.
Caution: Buffer Solution. Although many precautions have been taken to
ensure that the instrument is as corrosion-proof as possible, the instrument is not
sealed and liquids can seep into sensitive components. Make sure that any spilled
buffer solution is wiped off the instrument. Prolonged exposure to salt solution
may corrode parts of the microplate carrier, movement rail, springs, and other
hardware.