INTELLICYT iQue SCREENER, Hardware Manual

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Hardware Manual: Part Number 10554 Rev C., Safety
Biological Handling Precautions
Biological samples are potentially dangerous and/or life threatening. Adhere to proper handling procedures for
samples and reagents at all times.
Depending on the laboratory environment, there could be a risk of biological, chemical, or radiological
contamination resulting from contact with samples, sample tubes, sample waste, the waste container, and/or
associated tubing. Handle all samples as if potentially infectious or life threatening. Wear protective clothing, gloves,
and eyewear. Never pipette by mouth. Clean up all spills immediately. Dispose of all samples and waste according to
proper handling procedures and local regulations.
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Always treat waste with decontamination solution before disposal. Dispose of waste according to local
regulations.
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Always empty the waste bottle daily or when prompted by software to prevent spillover and possible biohazard
risk.
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Consult appropriate Material Safety Data Sheets when necessary.
Always protect the Detector Inlet with a tube of HPLC reagent grade filtered, distilled water (0.22 µm filter), or
equivalent, when the cytometer is not running samples. The screening system is programmed for automatic
decontamination of the fluidics system during shut down.
Laser Precautions
The flow cytometer contains a solid state 488nm laser and a 640nm diode laser under the outer and secondary
covers. The instrument, therefore, may pose certain hazards associated with this laser, if misused.
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Eye and skin exposure to direct and reflected laser light is hazardous and may be extremely harmful. Never
remove or attempt to remove the internal covers.
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Ensure that all optical filters are securely positioned. Prevent stray reflections from other surfaces. Never
place any foreign object in the path of the laser beam.
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Only authorized personnel can install, remove, or repair the laser. Do not open the laser head enclosure for
any reason. Always return the instrument for repair.
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Never operate the unit in the presence of flammable gases or fumes.
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Turn off the cytometer when not in use.
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The laser interlock deactivates the laser when the top cover is lifted up. There is a risk of personal injury if
the laser safety interlock is bypassed. Never attempt to override the interlock.