NOVA BIOMEDICAL BIOPROFILE FLEX2 - Introduction; About this Manual; Safety

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1. Introduction
1 Introduction
This manual provides all necessary instructions for the routine operation and maintenance
of the BioProle FLEX2 External Sampling Module (ESM). Please read this manual
carefully. It has been prepared to help you achieve optimal performance from your External
Sampling Module. If the ESM is used in a manner not specied by Nova Biomedical,
the safety and/or use of the equipment may be impaired. When used properly, the ESM
is designed to maintain the sterility of the cell culture vessel(s) to which it is interfaced.
The BioProle FLEX2 ESM is designed to be used as an accessory sample handling
device for the BioProle FLEX2 Analyzer. The ESM serves to integrate the BioProle
FLEX2 Analyzer with other commercially available cell culture sample handling systems
not manufactured by Nova Biomedical. This manual details the integration of the FLEX2
with the ambr® 15 Cell Culture or ambr® 250 High-Throughput microbioreactor systems
from Sartorius Stedim Biotech. This section introduces the ESM and covers the intended
use and operational overview, including system requirements for both the FLEX2 and
ESM.
NOTE: Nova Biomedical is only responsible for the service and support of those
devices exclusively manufactured by Nova Biomedical. All service and support
of any external device or system connected to or integrated with the BioProle
FLEX2 ESM is the responsibility of the End User and/or the external system
manufacturer.
1.1 About This Manual
This manual is for the Nova Biomedical BioProle FLEX2 ESM. Throughout this manual:
NOTE indicates especially important information.
CAUTION indicates information that is critical to avoid system damage or incorrect
sample handling.
WARNING indicates possible hazard to the operator.
1.2 Safety
Personnel operating the BioProle FLEX2 + ESM must be procient in the operation and
maintenance procedure for the device. The following safety procedures must be followed:
General Safety
1. Read the safety and operating instructions before operating the system.
2. Retain the safety and operating instructions for future reference.
3. Observe all warnings on the ESM and in the operating instructions.
4. Follow all operating and use instructions.
5. Do not install the system within 5 feet of a water source.
6. Use only on a bench or a stand that is recommended by the manufacturer.
7. Place the system so that its location or position does not interfere with its proper
ventilation.