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Idexx Filta-Max xpress User Manual

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Filta-Max xpress
Pressure Elution Station
Operator’s Guide
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Idexx Filta-Max xpress Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
ManufacturerIDEXX
ApplicationWater Testing
MethodU.S. EPA Method 1623 and 1623.1; USEPA Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule (LT2) requirements
CompatibilityIDEXX Legiolert, Enterolert, Pseudalert, Colilert-18, Colisure, Quanti-Tray, and Quanti-Tray/2000
Regulatory ComplianceU.S. EPA Method 1623 and 1623.1; USEPA Long Term 2 Enhanced Surface Water Treatment Rule (LT2) requirements

Summary

Introduction to Filta-Max xpress

Safety Guidelines

Essential safety instructions for operating the Filta-Max xpress Pressure Elution Station.

Compliance Standards

Lists regulatory standards and certifications applicable to the product.

Warnings and Safety Precautions

System Components Overview

Pressure Elution Station Diagram

Visual identification of the main parts of the Pressure Elution Station.

Control Panel Identification

Identifies buttons and indicators on the control panels.

Pressure Elution Station System Components

Specifications and Materials

Technical and Environmental Specs

Details dimensions, pressure, voltage, and operating environment.

Equipment, Consumables, Reagents

Lists required items not supplied by IDEXX and available items.

Setting Up the Pressure Elution Station

Placement and Power Connection

Instructions for unit placement and connecting the power supply.

Air Supply Connection

Steps for connecting the compressed air supply to the station.

Air Compressor Connection and Regulator Check

Assembling Sampling Equipment

Sample Collection Setup

Guide for setting up the equipment for sample collection.

Operating Pressure Requirements

Recommended operating pressures for effective sample flow.

Filter Module Operations

Filter Module Assembly and Filtration

Steps to assemble the filter housing and perform sample filtration.

Buffer Solution Preparation

Instructions for preparing the necessary buffer solution for elution.

System Preparation and Checks

Buffer Reservoir Filling

Guidance on filling the buffer reservoir bottles for the system.

Initial System Integrity Check

Procedure to verify system functionality before sample elution.

Module Transfer and Control Panel

Transferring Filter Modules

How to move a Filter Module to a compatible housing.

Control Panel Functions

Explanation of buttons and operations on control panels.

Performing the Elution Cycle

Sample Eluate Concentration

Centrifuge Requirements

Specifies equipment needed for concentrating eluates via centrifugation.

Centrifuge Setup and Eluate Concentration

Settings for the centrifuge to properly concentrate sample eluates.

Sample Eluate Processing

Aspiration and Second Centrifugation

Steps for aspirating supernatant and performing a second centrifugation.

Pellet Resuspension

Instructions on how to resuspend the concentrated sample pellet.

System Purging Procedure

Maintenance and Cleaning

Post-Elution Cleaning

Cleaning procedures to perform immediately after each elution.

Daily and Monthly Cleaning

Daily cleaning tasks and monthly procedures for the station.

Scheduled Servicing Requirements

Storing the Pressure Elution Station

Restarting the Pressure Elution Station

Product Limited Warranty

Appendix A: Consumables

Filter Housing Details

Specifications and construction materials for the filter housing.

Filter Module Types

Details on red and black capped filter modules, including pore size.

Sampling and Elution Fittings

Information on fittings for sampling and elution connections.

Appendix B: Air Supply Requirements

Appendix C: Troubleshooting Guide

Contacting IDEXX Technical Service

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