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Verify Performance
Before using the 405 LS for the first time, verify that it is operating properly.
l When using the LHC, make sure the 405 LS is connected to the PC and both are powered
up.
l When running standalone, turn on the 405 LS.
Using the keypad:
1. Select UTILS at the main menu.
2. Select TESTS > SLFCHK.
Using the LHC:
1. Click the Name link on the main page and, if required, select the 405 LS.
2. Define the COM Port used to connect the 405 LS to the computer and Test
Communication.
3. In the Target Instrument Settings dialog that opens, click Get actual settings now,
and click OK.
4. Select Tools>Instrument Utilities
5. On the General Settings tab, click the Perform Self-Check link.
Test results:
l Pass: no error message is displayed.
l Fail: an error message is displayed. If this happens, note the error code and refer to
Troubleshooting on page 180 to determine its cause. If the problem is something you can
fix, turn off the instrument, fix the problem, and then turn the instrument back on.
Otherwise, contact BioTek’s Technical Assistance Center.
The Qualification Chapter in the operator’s manual provides Installation and
Operational Qualification procedures to perform after the instrument is installed
and before the instrument is used in a laboratory environment.
n Note: An instrument qualification package (PN 1170543) for the 405 LS is
available for purchase from BioTek. The package contains thorough
procedures for performing Installation Qualification, Operational Qualification
and Performance Qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) and preventive maintenance (PM).
Extensive Checklists and Logbooks are included for recording results.
n Important! Before operating the instrument, review Optimize Performance
on page 39. The guidelines include necessary steps to perform before running
a protocol, and issues to consider when creating or editing protocols.
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