tecan Te-VacS - User Manual

Operating Manual
Tecan Vacuum Separator (Te-VacS™)
Tecan Vacuum Separator (Te-VacS™) Operating Manual, 391236, en, V4.0

Summary

About This Manual

Scope of This Manual

This manual applies to the Te-VacS, outlining its purpose and scope.

Manufacturer

Provides details of the manufacturer, Tecan Schweiz AG, and its address.

Intended Use

Describes the Te-VacS's intended use for rapid separation or purification of biological molecules.

Improper Use

Details prohibited uses of the Te-VacS to prevent safety risks and functional impairment.

Warranty

Outlines the warranty conditions for the Te-VacS, emphasizing approved components.

Trademarks

Explains the use of product names and trademarks for identification purposes.

Reference Documents

Lists other documents that are needed or may be useful when using the Te-VacS.

Compliance with Laws and Standards

States that instrument conformity and certification cover compliance with laws and standards.

Document Conventions

Explains conventions used in the manual for cross-references, prerequisites, and tips.

Safety

Safety Message Conventions

Explains signal words (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTICE) and safety symbols used.

General Safety Information

Provides essential general safety rules, precautions, and warnings for Te-VacS operation.

Operating Company

Defines responsibilities of the operating company for Te-VacS safety, training, and operation.

User Qualification

Specifies the necessary qualifications, training, and skills for personnel operating the Te-VacS.

Decontamination Declaration

Outlines requirements for thorough decontamination of Te-VacS before service, return, storage, or disposal.

Technical Data

Type Plate

Details information found on the Te-Vacs type plate, including model, serial number, and specifications.

Dimensions and Weights

Provides physical dimensions and weight specifications for the Te-VacS tower, waste bottle, and base plate.

Power Consumption

Specifies the power consumption and voltage requirements for the Te-VacS instrument.

Vacuum Conditions

Lists the maximum effective flow rate and maximum pressure difference for the Te-VacS.

Environmental Conditions

Details the recommended storage and transport temperature and humidity ranges for the Te-VacS.

Chemical Resistance

Provides chemical resistance data for Te-VacS components against various common liquids and vapors.

Emissions

Refers to other manuals for information regarding emissions from the Te-VacS.

Software Requirements

Lists the compatible software packages, such as Freedom EVOware and FluentControl, for operating the Te-VacS.

Description of Function

Overview

Provides a general overview of the Te-VacS and its integration as a device within a Tecan instrument.

Te-VacS Tower

Describes the Te-VacS tower, housing the control unit and vacuum unit, and the optional sound absorber.

Base Plate Vacuum Block

Explains the base plate vacuum block, its basins for extraction processes, and independent pumping.

Vacuum Block

Details the vacuum block's role in supporting SPE cartridge blocks and specific applications like the Pro Team Wash Adapter.

Spacers

Describes the function of spacers in reducing distance between SPE cartridge blocks and collection plates to prevent contamination.

Optional Accessories

Lists and illustrates optional accessories, including park positions for vacuum blocks and plate waste ramps.

Operating Elements and Displays

Notes that the Te-VacS has no independent operating elements; control is handled via the main instrument and software.

Function

Explains the operational principle, vacuum generation via pump and valves, and pressure control system.

Operation

Process Validation

Emphasizes user responsibility for protocol requirements, risk analysis, and system validation for reproducible performance.

Putting into Operation

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing and preparing the Te-VacS for initial use.

Running a Method

Refers to the Application Software Manual for details on how to run methods with the Te-VacS.

Preventive Maintenance and Repair

Decontamination

Explains the necessity of decontamination according to laboratory regulations and before any interaction or service.

Cleaning Agents

Recommends using only Tecan-approved cleaning agents to ensure effectiveness and chemical compatibility.

Maintenance Schedule

Outlines recommended daily, monthly, and periodic maintenance and cleaning tasks for optimal performance.

Maintenance Tasks

Provides specific instructions for cleaning the Te-VacS components, including vacuum blocks and tubing.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Table

A table listing common problems, their possible causes, and corrective measures for the Te-VacS.

Packaging, Transport, Storage and Disposal

Packaging Labels

Explains the meaning of various packaging symbols (e.g., Recycle, Fragile) for correct handling.

Disposal

Provides guidance on the proper disposal of the Te-VacS in accordance with applicable legal recycling regulations.

Spare Parts and Accessories

Te-VacS Tower

Lists spare parts for the Te-VacS tower, including complete units and individual components like the control unit.

Waste Bottle

Lists spare parts available for the waste bottle, including complete bottles and connectors.

Tubing and Cables

Details spare tubing and cable parts, such as connection cables and sensor cables, for the Te-VacS.

Base Plate Vacuum Block

Lists spare parts for the base plate vacuum block, including the complete block and positioning pins.

Spacers

Lists various spacer parts with their heights, corresponding part numbers, and designation.

Vacuum Blocks

Lists different types of SPE vacuum blocks (Type A, B, C, D, P, PW) with their specifications and compatibility.

Accessories

Lists additional accessories for the Te-VacS, such as plate waste and paper holders for filter paper.

Customer Support

Contacts

Provides contact information, including addresses and phone/email details, for Tecan representatives worldwide.

Abbreviations

tecan Te-VacS Specifications

General

Brand	tecan
Model	Te-VacS
Category	Water Filtration Systems
Language	English