Qiagen QIAsymphony AS, Руководство по эксплуатации

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QIAsymphony SP/AS Consolidated Operating Guide 12/2017 183
Important
When using the QIAsymphony Cabinet SP/AS, the waste bin should be emptied
to avoid contamination inside the cabinet.
Important
Check the waste bin regularly.
Important
Residual liquid from the tip disposal chute may drip inside the cabinet.
For detailed information, refer to the QIAsymphony Cabinet SP/AS User Guide .
14.3.2 Regular maintenance procedure for the QIAsymphony SP
1. Remove and safely store eluates from the “Eluate” drawer. As an optional step, download the
result file(s) and ensure that the files have been backed up.
2. Remove used sample tubes/plates from the “Sample” drawer and discard according to your
local safety regulations.
3. Remove reagent cartridges from the “Reagents and Consumables” drawer. Seal partially used
reagent cartridges and store according to the instructions in the handbook of the
QIAsymphony Kit you are using. Discard used reagent cartridges according to your local
safety and environmental regulations.
4. Replace the tip disposal or waste bin bag if it is full.
5. Close unit boxes filled with waste plasticware and discard according to your local safety
regulations.
6. Check the magnetic-head guards.
Important
When using the QIAsymphony Cabinet SP/AS, the waste bin should be emptied
to avoid contamination inside the cabinet.
For detailed information, refer to the QIAsymphony Cabinet SP/AS User Manual .
If required, clean the magnetic-head guards before starting the next protocol run. Proceed as
follows:
1. Open the Maintenance SP menu and run the service protocol Magnetic head guards . Gently
raise the catches to release the magnetic-head guards.
2. Wipe the magnetic-head guards with ethanol-based disinfectant (e.g., Mikrozid), and
incubate as appropriate.
3. Wipe with a lint-free cloth moistened with water and wipe dry with paper towels. Replace the
magnetic-head guards.