Luminex 200 User Manual

Luminex 200 System User Manual
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Fluid Leaks Fluid leaks can result in poor pressurization and failed sample
acquisition.
Regulator not adjusted properly. If using bottles, open the center
door on the Luminex analyzer.
Use a screwdriver to adjust the
regulator to fit in the center of
the green region on the Run
Batch tab.
Symptom Possible problem Solution
Pressure too low. The sample probe is clogged. Clean the sample probe. See
page 20.
The syringe seal leaks. Replace the syringe seal. See
page 24.
The syringe valve leaks. Hand-tighten the syringe
connection (silver knob) on the
syringe valve. Run a Prime
command. If leaks continue,
contact Technical Support.
Large amount of fluid pooled
around instrument.
Fittings or fluid lines are
damaged.
Contact Technical Support.
Fluid dripping from the sample
probe.
The sample probe is clogged. Clean the sample probe. See
page 20.
The sample three-way valve is
faulty.
Contact Technical Support.
Fluid is leaking from the front
of the analyzer.
The syringe seal leaks. Replace the syringe seal. See
page 24.
The syringe valve leaks. Hand-tighten the syringe
connection (silver knob) on the
syringe valve. Run a Prime. If
leaks continue, contact
Technical Support.

Luminex 200 Specifications

General

Power Requirements	100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Dynamic Range	3.5 logs
Number of Analytes	Up to 100
Software	xPONENT
Application	Immunoassays, Nucleic Acid Detection, Enzyme Assays
Technology	xMAP (Multi-Analyte Profiling)
Bead Types	Color-coded microspheres
Lasers	2 (532 nm and 635 nm)
Assay Types	Immunoassays, nucleic acid assays, enzyme assays
Sample Volume	12.5 - 50 µL
PMT Detectors	Yes