1.1
Important user information
Read this before operating the
product
All users must read the entire Operating Instructions before installing, oper-
ating or maintaining the product.
Always keep the Operating Instructions at hand when operating the product.
Do not operate the product in any other way than described in the user documenta-
tion. If you do, you may be exposed to hazards that can lead to personal injury and you
may cause damage to the equipment.
Intended use of ÄKTA flux s
ÄKTA flux s is a cross flow filtration (CFF) system. It is intended for use in a laboratory
environment for research and educational purposes.
The system is configurable for operating hollow fiber cartridges suited for microfiltra-
tion applications, such as cell clarification/harvesting, or cassettes/hollow fibers for
ultrafiltration applications, such as protein concentration and diafiltration in down-
stream unit operations.
ÄKTA flux s is not intended for diagnostic purposes.
Prerequisites
In order to operate ÄKTA flux s safely and according to the intended purpose, the
following prerequisites must be met:
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You should be acquainted with handling of biological materials.
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You must read and understand the Safety instructions chapter of these Operating
Instructions.
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The system must be installed according to the instructions in
Notes and tips
Note:
A note is used to indicate information that is important for trouble-free and
optimal use of the product.
Tip:
A tip contains useful information that can improve or optimize your proce-
dures.
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1.1 Important user information
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ÄKTA flux s Operating Instructions 29046893 AG
