7.
Quality
Control
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Instructions for Use for INFINITE M1000 PRO No. 30064852 Rev. No. 1.0
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7. Quality
Control
7.1
Periodic Quality Control Tests
Depending on usage and application, we recommend a periodic evaluation of the
instrument on Tecan site.
The tests described in the following chapters do not replace a full evaluation by
the manufacturer or authorized dealers. But the tests may be performed
periodically by the user to check significant aspects of the instrument
performance.
The results are strongly influenced by errors in pipetting and the setting of the
parameters in the instrument. Therefore please follow the instructions carefully.
The user should determine the appropriate intervals for this testing based on how
frequently the instrument is operated.
We recommend adapting these tests and the acceptance criteria to the
laboratory’s primary application. Ideally these tests must be performed with the
laboratory’s own plates, fluorophore, buffers, volumes and all the appropriate
settings (filters, flashes, delays, etc.).
STOP
Caution
Before starting measurements, make sure that the microplate position
A1 is inserted correctly. The position of well A1 has to be on the upper
left side.
STOP
Caution
This chapter provides instructions on how to check the specifications of
the instrument. If the results of these control tests do not lie within the
official specifications of the instrument, please contact your local
service center for further advice.
