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7.
Wait until the test has been completed and then press
Next
.
8.
After the protocol is completed, open the QIAcube Connect MDx hood and remove the buffer
bottle and tips to store them accordingly.
9.
Remove the tube and visually check if liquid is present:
If no liquid is present, press
Yes
to record that the test passed.
If liquid is present, press
No
to record that the test failed.
10.
In case the test failed, repeat the test. If test fails again, it is recommended to replace the O-
Ring first (see section, 7.3.5 O-Ring exchange) or contact QIAGEN Technical Services.
11.
Press
Done
to finalize tightness test procedure. The date of the last performed tightness test is
updated automatically.
6.8
Decontaminating the QIAcube Connect MDx
If the QIAcube Connect MDx is contaminated with infectious material, it should be decontaminated.
If hazardous material is spilt on or inside the QIAcube Connect MDx, the user has responsibility for
carrying out appropriate decontamination.
The QIAcube Connect MDx should also be decontaminated before shipping (e.g., back to
QIAGEN). In this case, a decontamination certificate must be completed to confirm that the
decontamination procedure has been carried out.
To decontaminate the QIAcube Connect MDx, follow the daily, monthly, and periodic maintenance
procedure in sections 6.4, 6.5, and 6.6 using the recommended disinfection agents. In addition,
perform a UV run with at least 5 cycles as outlined in section 6.7.1, UV run.
6.9
Servicing
Contact your local QIAGEN Field Service Specialist or your local distributor for more information
about flexible Service Support Agreements from QIAGEN.
WARNING
Risk of personal injury and material damage
[W1]
Improper use of the QIAcube Connect MDx may cause personal injuries or
damage to the instrument. The QIAcube Connect MDx must only be
operated by qualified personnel who have been appropriately trained.
Servicing of the QIAcube Connect MDx must only be performed by a
QIAGEN Field Service specialist.
