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IntelliPlex
TM
1000
Code User Manual - Jan-20
Chapter 7. Maintenance
Personnel that use, maintain, or clean IntelliPlex 1000 πCode Processor should be trained in
standard laboratory safety practices and should follow those practices when handling the
instrument.
Samples and waste fluid may contain biohazardous material. Where
exposure to biohazardous material exists, follow appropriate bio-
safety procedures, use personal protective equipment, and use
ventilation devices.
Users should not perform any maintenance or cleaning of the
electrical components in the system without training.
7.1 Recommended Maintenance Schedule
Regular care and maintenance of IntelliPlex 1000 πCode Processor will ensure optimal system
performance. It is required to follow the schedule below. Operating the IntelliPlex 1000 πCode
Processor without proper maintenance will void its warranty.
Please read and follow the section 7.2 As Needed Maintenance below carefully. For more
information on Preventive Maintenance or Extended Warranties, please contact Customer Service
of PlexBio Co., Ltd. or qualified local distributors.
User
Qualified Specialist
Action
Daily
Monthly
Yearly
Check/Empty waste bottles
✔
Long-term Shutdown
Varies
Replace U Tray from Washing Tank
✔
Clean bottles
✔
Clean external surface
✔
Clean fluid path tubes with 70% ethanol
✔
Lubricate the stage guideway to prevent
stage positioning error or motor failure.
✔
Replace the plastic tips
✔
Re-position all axes of moving modules
✔
Calibrate waterway performance
✔
Calibrate heater performance
✔
Important: Depending on users’ assays, some or all the maintenance procedures are more
General
Cautions
Biohazard
