Panther System
®
Operator’s Manual
AW-17791-001 Rev. 002 (EN)
7
Compliance and Safety
l Do not attempt to move the Panther System without the assistance of
Hologic authorized personnel.
l The Waste Drawers, Tip Drawers, TCR Door, Fluids Drawer, and MTU Input
Queue are locked during operation. Unlock doors and drawers before
opening. Do not force open doors or drawers.
l In the event of an observable fluid leak, decontaminate using approved
methods. Contact Hologic Technical Support for additional information or
assistance.
l If a spill, leak, or overflow occurs in an inaccessible area inside the
instrument, contact Hologic Technical Support. Do not try to clean
inaccessible parts of the instrument without proper assistance.
l If a small sample, reagent, or universal fluid spill occurs inside an easily
accessed area of the Panther System, wipe the area with a wipe that
contains 2.5%–3.5% sodium hypochlorite solution. Allow the 2.5%–3.5%
sodium hypochlorite solution to remain in contact with the surface for at least
one minute. Do not allow the sodium hypochlorite solution to dry. Wipe the
area with DI water. If a large spill occurs, contact Hologic Technical Support
for assistance.
l Follow all written and onscreen instructions for safe and effective use of the
Panther System.
l Only properly trained personnel should operate and perform maintenance on
the Panther System.
l The covers of the Panther System should be removed by Hologic authorized
personnel only. Operators should not remove the covers.
l The service access drawer should only be opened by Hologic authorized
personnel.
l Follow all instructions in the Panther System Operator's Manual, software
screens, and in the appropriate assay package insert.
l Inspect all materials—including fluids, reagents, and supplies—for damage,
deterioration, and expiration date. Do not use the system or ancillary parts if
damaged.
l For routine surface decontamination, refer to the Monthly Maintenance
section (see Monthly Maintenance on page 203). Do not spray sodium
hypochlorite solutions, prepared Bleach Enhancer solution, or water directly
onto the Panther System surfaces. Treat surfaces using wipes moistened
with appropriate cleaning solutions.
l Only connect approved components to the Panther System and computer
workstation.
l Do not shut down the instrument or computer while the system is starting up
or running.
l Shut down the computer using the system software. Do not use the computer
power button to shut off the computer.
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