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1. Introduction
The CTech™ FlowVPX® System was designed and built to be the next-generation, in-line measurement instrument for monitoring
product concentration. The FlowVPX System allows concentration readings in excess of 250 mg/ml, adapts to various Flow Cell sizes
for process volume adaptation, and has built-in data acquisition and process control capabilities. Designed for use with the CTech™
ViPER® ANLYTX Software platform integrating data integrity and audit logging, the FlowVPX instrument is an extremely capable and
formidable tool for in-line process analytics.
This user guide provides general guidance for the use of the CTech FlowVPX System. For further optimization or troubleshooting
support, please contact your Repligen Variable Pathlength Technology (VPT) Support Specialist (email: analytics-
support@repligen.com; phone: 908-707-1009).
For a full listing of performance specifications of the FlowVPX System, please see the product specifications document CTech
FlowVPX System Specification Sheet DOC0206.
2. About this document
This manual uses several different phrases. Each phrase should draw the following level of attention:
Table 1. Explanation of user attention phrases
Phrase Description
Note: Points out useful information.
IMPORTANT Indicates information necessary for proper instrument operation.
3. Safety Notices
Table 2. Safety precautions for the FlowVPX System
Note: Do not discard any packaging materials. In the event the system needs to be shipped or moved safely after initial installation,
these are the most appropriate materials to keep the system secure for transportation.
Symbol Description
CAUTION
Caution, indicates a hazard that may result in a potentially hazardous situation that may result in personal injury
or death if proper operating procedures are not followed. Documentation must be consulted in all cases where
this symbol is marked. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until procedures and conditions of operation
WARNING
Warning, indicates a hazard that may result in a moderately hazardous situation that may result in personal
injury or death if proper operating procedures are not followed. Documentation must be consulted in all cases
where this symbol is marked. Do not proceed beyond a WARNING notice until procedures and conditions of
operation are met as specified.
WARNING
Warning, possibility of electric shock.