QIAcube Connect MDx User Manual 12/2020
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1.
To start the daily maintenance, press the
Tools
icon ( ) on the menu bar.
2.
Then press the
Maintenance
tab and select the
Daily
subtab. The screen shows the
Last
Executed
and the
Next Due
daily maintenance dates.
Daily maintenance screen
3.
Press
Start
. Follow the instructions on the screen. Details are provided in the next steps below.
The robotic arm will automatically move slowly to the left – even if the instrument hood is
open – to provide access to the loading positions. Always stand clear of the instrument while
the robotic arm is moving. Wait until the robotic arm has completed its movements before you
start to unload.
4.
Remove used disposable labware, adapters and unwanted samples and reagents from the
worktable. If required, discard them according to your local safety regulations.
5.
Close the buffer bottles tightly and store according to the instructions in the relevant kit
handbook. We recommend to reuse the buffer bottles only until the kit is used up. As soon as
a new QIAGEN kit is opened, new buffer bottles should be used.
6.
Press
Done
to confirm that the steps have been completed.
7.
Empty the waste drawer and check that the inlay is clean. If necessary, clean the inlay of the
waste drawer with alcohol-based disinfection wipes, or by soaking using one of the cleaning
agents listed above, and then rinse with distilled water.
8.
Wipe and clean the worktable with alcohol-based disinfection wipes. Incubate as
appropriate, wipe thoroughly with distilled water and wipe dry with lint-free paper towels.
Note
: Do not use alcohol or alcohol-based disinfectants to clean the hood.
9.
Press
Done
only when the steps listed above have been successfully completed. The date of
the last performed daily maintenance is updated automatically.
