Automation System AM16 Operator`s Manual IVD
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AltoStar Automation System AM16 Operator`s Manual IVD

AltoStar® Automation System AM16 – OPERATOR’S MANUAL IVD Important notice This manual may not be used or reproduced in any way whatsoever without the express written consent of Hamilton Bonaduz AG. HAMILTON Bonaduz AG • Via Crusch 8 • CH-7402 Bonaduz. Copyright  2017 Hamilton Bonaduz AG, All Rights Reserved. AltoStar is a registered trademark of altona Diagnostics GmbH. Microlab is a registered trademark of Hamilton Bonaduz AG. Microtiter is a registered trademark of Dynatech Laboratories. Deconex is a registered trademark of Borer Chemie AG Switzerland. Windows 7 and Windows 10 are...

AltoStar® Automation System AM16 – OPERATOR’S MANUAL IVD

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AltoStar® Automation System AM16 – OPERATOR’S MANUAL IVD

AltoStar® Automation System AM16 – OPERATOR’S MANUAL IVD Safety and General Information AltoStar® Automation System AM16 (in the following summarized as AltoStar® AM16) is a pipetting workstation. This Operator’s Manual is designed to help you get the most out of your AltoStar® AM16. You should carefully read through the entire manual before beginning to operate your workstation. This first chapter should be read with particular attention. It contains important information about the use of the AltoStar® AM16 and this manual. This manual serves altona Diagnostics GmbH as the exclusive...

AltoStar® Automation System AM16 – OPERATOR’S MANUAL IVD 1.2 Additional Manuals The following manuals are included in the delivery of the AltoStar® AM16: • AltoStar® Connect Software Manual IVD Microlab STAR Liquid Waste Hamilton Heater Shaker 1.3 Intended Use of the AltoStar® Automation System AM16 The AltoStar® AM16 together with the AltoStar® Connect SW is intended to be used in combination with the AltoStar® Purification Kit 1.5 and the AltoStar® Internal Control 1.5 for automated purification of nucleic acids and automated assay setup for in vitro diagnostic purposes. The AltoStar®...

AltoStar® Automation System AM16 – OPERATOR’S MANUAL IVD 1.5.1 General Precautions 1.5.1.1 Instrument Installation and Relocation The AltoStar® AM16 Instrument is installed or relocated by a Hamilton trained field service engineer. The AltoStar® AM16 conforms to European norms regarding the interference immunity. However, if the AltoStar® AM16 is subjected to electromagnetic RF fields or if static electricity is discharged directly onto the AltoStar® AM16, its Liquid Level Detection ability may be negatively affected. It is therefore recommended that the AltoStar® AM16 is kept away from...

AltoStar® Automation System AM16 – OPERATOR’S MANUAL IVD 1.5.1.3 Operating the Instrument When using the AltoStar® AM16, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) must be observed. Suitable protective clothing, safety glasses and protective gloves must be worn, particularly when dealing with a malfunction of the instrument where the risk of contamination from spilled liquids exists. During instrument operation, stand clear of all moving parts and the working deck of the instrument. In general, never lean over or into the instrument while it is in operation. The AltoStar® AM16 in conjunction with the...

AltoStar® Automation System AM16 – OPERATOR’S MANUAL IVD For further information see Chapter 3.2 Starting the AltoStar® Connect SW and Chapter 3.3 AltoStar® Workflow: Purification. Fig. 1.: Slide Blocks and Stop Hooks for Carriers ATTENTION Make sure the carriers are inserted completely until they touch the stop hooks on the Loading Tray. Make sure there are no carriers loaded on the same tracks as already loaded carriers on the deck. ATTENTION Ensure that there is no foam on the surface of reagents. Do not manipulate the filling volumes of reagent containers or tubes. Handle consumables...

AltoStar® Automation System AM16 – OPERATOR’S MANUAL IVD 1.5.1.5 Work Routine Periodic maintenance (daily maintenance, weekly maintenance, six-monthly maintenance) is a mandatory part of the work routine. User access to the cabinets underneath the instruments during a run may interfere with automatic loading and unloading of carriers (the carriers protrude). Discard used tips and do not reuse them. Do not empty the tip waste during a run. Do not try to open the front cover during a run. It may cause an abort of the run. Do not leave tips on the pipetting channels for a long period of time...

AltoStar® Automation System AM16 – OPERATOR’S MANUAL IVD Fig. 2.: AltoStar® AM16 with the Location of Warning and Attention Labels Table 1: Explanation of Warning and Attention Labels Power Connection Connect only to earth-grounded outlet Strong Magnetic Field (Magnetic Bead Separation Block) Interaction with metallic objects may produce Pinch Hazards. Pacemaker wearers stay back 30cm. Connection to PC Use only the appropriate shielded cables Moving Parts Moving arm inside transparent cover. Aborts the run if cover is opened. USB Connection At a total cable length of more than 5 m, signal...

AltoStar® Automation System AM16 – OPERATOR’S MANUAL IVD 1.5.4.1 Safety Measures • Access to Power Switch/Power Cord Ensure there is enough room to access the power switch and power cord. Working Area The safety concept assumes that the doors are always closed and locked during normal operation. Surrounding Area Make sure the ventilation outlets of the instrument are not impaired by obstacles placed in the surrounding area. ATTENTION Rapid temperature changes or direct sunlight may affect certain functions such as barcode reading and pipetting accuracy. • Do not open windows next to the...

AltoStar® Automation System AM16 – OPERATOR’S MANUAL IVD 1.5.4.2 Loading Tray Loading Tray: • The instrument loading tray is a part of the instrument and must be treated with care ATTENTION Risk of damage to equipment. Leaning onto the instrument loading tray will lead to damage of the loading tray. • Do not lean onto the loading tray. Foreign object damage: • Make sure that the loading tray has been cleared from foreign objects before running the instrument Foreign objects may obstruct the instrument and lead to damage to the equipment