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helena V8 NEXUS User Manual

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Operator Manual
English
V8
High Performance Clinical Capillary Electrophoresis
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helena V8 NEXUS Specifications

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Brandhelena
ModelV8 NEXUS
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Revisions to this operator manual

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Health and safety

7.1 Overview

Describes the importance of health and safety measures for V8 system operation.

7.2 On-board Health and Safety standards and protocols

Details safety standards, user protocols, and training requirements for the V8.

7.3 Regulatory Information

Covers compliance standards, directives, and regulatory information for the V8.

7.3.5 Precautions and limitations

Lists general safety precautions and operational limitations for the V8.

Hazards: Residual

8.1 Residual risks and user protection

Outlines residual risks and necessary user protection measures for V8 operation.

8.2 Summary: required safety checklist

Provides a concise checklist for ensuring safe operation of the V8.

Intended Purpose

1.1 Intended purpose

Describes the V8 system's purpose, capabilities, and target applications.

1.2 V8 technologies and functionality: quick reference guide

Offers a quick overview of the V8 system's key technologies and functions.

Installation and special requirements

2.1 Overview

Introduces the installation requirements, packaging, and system components.

2.2 Packaging and installation

Details how the V8 is packaged and the requirements for its installation.

2.3 Included in your V8 system

Lists all the items included with the V8 system.

2.4 Basic installation requirements

Covers essential requirements for setting up the V8, including environment and electrical.

2.5 Platinum to V8 configuration

Explains how to configure the V8 with the Platinum software and LIMS/LIS.

2.6 Operator levels

Defines the different user access levels within the Platinum software.

2.7 Adding a new user

Describes the procedure for adding new users and setting their access levels.

2.8 Configuration of menus

Explains how to customize menus for different operator access levels.

2.9 Configuration of demographics

Covers setting up demographic fields for data management and LIMS integration.

Getting to know your V8

3.1 Capillary Electrophoresis

Explains the fundamental principles of capillary electrophoresis.

3.2 Capillary Electrophoresis and its clinical application

Discusses the clinical use of CE and specific techniques like CZE and IEF.

Performance characteristics and specifications

4.1 V8 technical specifications

Lists the detailed technical specifications of the V8 instrument, covering various aspects.

4.2 V8 schematic

Provides a visual layout and overview of the V8 instrument's components.

4.2.2 V8 instrument technical overview

Details the function of individual instrument components like covers, bays, and arms.

Operating the V8

5.1 Quick user guide to daily operation

Offers a step-by-step guide for the everyday use of the V8 system.

5.2 Daily operating instructions

Provides instructions for routine daily operation and system shutdown.

5.3 Preparing the V8 for operation

Details the checks and procedures required before starting V8 operations.

5.4 Programming Platinum

Guides users on configuring Platinum software for V8 test modes, assays, and priorities.

5.5 Running in Multi-Assay mode

Explains how to automate assay switching for concurrent multi-assay operation.

5.6 Shutting down the V8 after use

Provides instructions for safely shutting down the V8 to maintain capillary integrity.

5.7 General instrument instructions

Covers essential instructions for operating the V8, including buffer, reagent, and sample handling.

5.8 Accessing the Expert System

Explains how to access, view, and configure the Expert System for automated interpretation.

5.9 Platinum

Details the functionality and usage of the Platinum software for V8 operation.

Calibration procedures

6.1 Instrument calibration

Explains the procedure for V8 instrument calibration by certified engineers.

6.2 Quality Control calibration checks

Details the recommended daily checks for V8 performance using QC materials.

Maintenance of the V8

9.1 Overview

Provides an overview of V8 maintenance procedures to ensure optimum performance.

9.2 Daily maintenance

Describes the automated daily maintenance routines: pre-conditioning and post-conditioning.

9.3 Pre-conditioning

Explains the process initiated to prepare capillaries for sample analysis.

9.4 Post-conditioning

Explains the process initiated to clean capillaries after use, preventing blockages.

9.5 Emptying waste from the instrument

Instructions for emptying the waste fluid bottle and sample cup waste drawer.

9.8 Daily maintenance routine

Outlines the steps for daily maintenance, including checks and system status.

9.10 Frequent maintenance checks

Recommends frequent checks of the needle and sample preparation area for cleanliness.

9.12 Annual maintenance

Explains the requirements for annual instrument servicing by a certified engineer.

9.13 Decontamination

Details procedures for decontaminating the system in case of sample spillage.

9.15 Re-location and re-installation of the V8

Covers procedures for moving and reinstalling the instrument safely.

9.17 High-risk samples

Provides safety guidelines for handling high-risk samples on the V8.

Appendix 1 Toolbar functions in Platinum

1.1 V8 sessions

Describes how to initiate V8 sessions within the Platinum software.

1.4 File menu

Explains the options available in the File menu for managing sessions and data.

1.5 Edit menu

Explains the options available in the Edit menu for trace and gel data manipulation.

1.6 View menu

Explains the options available in the View menu for customizing the display.

1.7 Quality Control menu

Details the functions and features available within the Quality Control menu.

1.9 V8 System

Explains the various functions and configurations within the V8 System menu.

1.10 Trace menu

Explains the options available in the Trace menu for analyzing sample data.

1.13 Database

Explains the database operations, including backup, restore, and compacting.

1.18 Gel menu

Explains the options available in the Gel menu for gel analysis.

Appendix 2 V8 troubleshooting

2.1 Common problems

Lists common V8 operational problems and their corresponding solutions.

2.2 V8 light display

Explains the meaning of the V8's status light colors.

2.3 V8 audible feedback

Describes the system's audible status messages and their meanings.

2.4 Platinum error messages

Lists error messages from Platinum and provides recommended actions.

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