Qiagen DML 3000, User Manual

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Introduction
DML 3000 User Manual 1-1
1 Introduction
Thank you for choosing the digene Microplate Luminometer (DML) 3000. We are
confident it will become an integral part of your laboratory.
Before using the instrument, it is essential that you read this user manual carefully
and pay particular attention to the safety information. The instructions and safety
information in the user manual must be followed to ensure safe operation of the
instrument and to maintain the instrument in a safe condition.
1.1 About this manual
This user manual provides instructions on using the DML 3000 to measure and
analyze specimens in conjunction with the digene HC2 System Software. Use this user
manual along with the other user manuals provided as part of the
digene
HC2 System
Suite.
1.2 General information
1.2.1 Technical assistance
At QIAGEN we pride ourselves on the quality and availability of our technical support.
If you have any questions or experience any difficulties regarding the instrument or
QIAGEN products in general, do not hesitate to contact us.
QIAGEN customers are a valuable source of information regarding our products. We
encourage you to contact us if you have any suggestions or feedback concerning our
products.
For technical assistance and more information, contact QIAGEN Technical Services or
a local distributor (see back cover).
1.2.2 Policy statement
It is the policy of QIAGEN to improve products as new techniques and components
become available. QIAGEN reserves the right to change specifications at any time. In
an effort to produce useful and appropriate documentation, we appreciate your
comments on this user manual. Please contact QIAGEN Technical Services.
1.3 Intended use of the instrument
The DML 3000 is intended to measure light that is emitted as a result of a
chemiluminescent reaction. Assay results obtained using chemiluminescence
technology in a 96-well microplates are calculated and interpreted according to assay
validation parameters.