Biotek Synergy LX, User Manual

Page: 11 / 198

Shipping Hardware. All shipping hardware must be removed before
operating the instrument and reinstalled before repackaging the
instrument for shipment.
Filter Cube (F models). The reader’s internal filter cube table must exactly
match the contents of the installed filter cube. Gen5 users: The Gen5
software filter cube table must exactly match the contents of the filter
cube.
If you exchange the filter cube or modify its contents, you must update the
filter cube table(s).
The filter cube is accessed through a hinged door in the front of the
instrument. Do not open the door to access the filter cube during
instrument operation! Doing so may result in invalid data.
Touchscreen. Use your fingertip to operate the touchscreen. Do not use a
sharp stylus or pencil on the touchscreen. Doing so will damage the
touchscreen's surface. You can use a stylus designed for resistive
touchscreens.
Touchscreen. Avoid strong solvents, such as alcohol, acetone, ammonium
chloride, methylene chloride, and hydrocarbons. These will permanently
damage the touchscreen. Avoid fibrous materials, such as paper towels,
which can scratch the touchscreen. Dirt particles and cleaning agents will
get trapped in the scratches. Never spray solutions directly on the
touchscreen.
Spare Parts. Only approved spare parts should be used for maintenance.
The use of unapproved spare parts and accessories may result in a loss of
warranty and potentially impair instrument performance or cause damage
to the instrument.
Service. Only qualified technical personnel should perform service
procedures on internal components.
Intended Product Use
Software Quality Control. The operator must follow the manufacturer’s
assay package insert when modifying software parameters and establishing
reading methods. It is considered good laboratory practice to run
laboratory samples according to instructions and specific
recommendations included in the assay package insert for the test to be
conducted. Failure to conduct quality control checks could result in
erroneous test data.
10 | Warnings and Precautions
Synergy LX User Manual
1501000N Revision A BioTek Instruments, Inc.