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Beckman Coulter AutoMate 2500 series User Manual

Beckman Coulter AutoMate 2500 series
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Instructions for Use
AutoMate 2500 Family Sample Processing System
B67471B
July 2018
Manufactured by
Beckman Coulter, Inc.
250 S. Kraemer Blvd.
Brea, CA 92821 U.S.A.

Table of Contents

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Beckman Coulter AutoMate 2500 series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Module OptionsSorter
LIS ConnectivityYes
Power Requirements100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Operating Temperature15°C to 30°C
Operating Humidity20-80% non-condensing

Summary

Safety Notice

Symbols and Warnings

Explains warning symbols like Caution, Important, Note, and Tip.

Safety Instructions

Details safety rules and guidelines for operating the system.

Compliance Information

Information regarding regulatory compliance and disposal.

Intended Use and Misuse

Defines the system's intended application and prohibited uses.

Owner's Responsibility and Risk Management

Outlines owner duties and the system's risk analysis compliance.

Machine Safety Labels

Explains the meaning of various safety labels on the system.

Introduction

About this Manual

Describes the purpose and scope of the manual.

Purpose and Target Group

Identifies the intended audience and operational staff roles.

System Options

Lists available configurations and optional features of the system.

Definitions of Terms and Abbreviations

Provides a glossary of technical terms and abbreviations used.

Chapter 1: System Overview

Introduction to System Overview

Provides an overview of the AutoMate system and its components.

Placement of Rack on Base Frame

Details the correct procedure for placing racks on the base frame.

Drawer Handling

Explains how to operate and manage the system's drawers.

Sample Processing Overview

Describes sample handling, tube status, and rejected tubes.

Technical Specifications

Covers system specifications for pump, pipette tips, and tubes.

Chapter 2: Run the System

Graphical User Interface and System Menus

Covers the GUI, system menus, program options, and components.

Operating Controls and Status Indicators

Details operating options, drawer controls, and system status indicators.

System Startup and Preconditions

Outlines steps and checks for starting the system and its components.

Running Distribution Procedures

Covers distribution, workplace info, tube handling, and rack info.

Aliquot Module and Printer Operations

Details aliquot module functions, printer operations, and consumables.

Microtiter Plates (MTPs) and Rack Handling

Explains MTP operations, rack information, and troubleshooting.

Chapter 3: User Maintenance

Introduction to Maintenance and Safety

Covers maintenance introduction, safety precautions, and operation sequence.

Cleaning and Decontamination Procedures

Details system cleaning, recommended disinfectants, and prohibited agents.

Maintenance Schedule

Provides a schedule for periodic maintenance tasks.

Sorter Module Maintenance

Covers maintenance for the decapper, waste hopper, and gripper jaws.

Conveyor Belt Maintenance

Details cleaning and maintenance of conveyor belts and tube holders.

Aliquot Module Maintenance

Covers replacing aliquotter syringe, pipettor, and TTU module.

Air Compressor Maintenance

Details compressor types, depressurization, resume operation, and oil checks.

Printer Maintenance

Covers cleaning the printer, rollers, printhead, and label sensor.

Spare Parts and Consumables

Lists spare parts and consumables for the system.

Service Maintenance Counter

Explains the built-in maintenance counter for service scheduling.

Chapter 4: Recapper Operation and Maintenance

Overview and Design of the Recapper

Introduces the recapper's function, design, and Parafilm handling.

Recapper Control Panel and Operation

Explains the recapper control panel, LEDs, buttons, and shift functions.

Film Cassette Exchange Procedure

Details the steps for replacing the Parafilm film cassette.

Recapper Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Covers cleaning, inspecting components, and troubleshooting common issues.

Chapter 5: Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting Information

Provides general guidance on resolving system errors and initialization issues.

Robot and Initialization Errors

Addresses errors related to robot grippers and volume detection during initialization.

Power Outage and System Freeze Issues

Details troubleshooting steps for power outages and system freezes.

Aliquot Module Troubleshooting

Covers issues with aliquot module, label printer, and aspiration errors.

Tube Feeding and TTU Module Problems

Addresses tube jams in the hopper and fragments in the TTU module.

Camera and MTP Troubleshooting

Details troubleshooting for camera issues and Microtiter Plate errors.

Appendix A: AutoMate 2500 Family Documents

Related Documents

Lists other relevant documentation for the AutoMate 2500 Family.

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