Section 2. Setting Up The Instrument; Preparing The Workspace; Starting The System - Procleix TIGRIS Operator's Manual

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Preparing the Workspace

Prepare a clean work surface in the laboratory before working with Assay Reagents (ARs) or
operating the PROCLEIX
1. Prepare a solution of 0.5% sodium hypochlorite in DI water or water for the PROCLEIX
TIGRIS System (diluted bleach) daily. (See "Water for the PROCLEIX
Specifications" on page 1-22)
2. Wipe down all work surfaces with diluted bleach.
3. Allow the diluted bleach to remain in contact with the surfaces for at least 15 minutes.
4. Rinse the work surfaces with DI water or water for the PROCLEIX TIGRIS System (see
"Water for the PROCLEIX
5. Dry the surfaces with a clean wipe.
6. Cover the bench with clean, plastic-backed absorbent laboratory bench covers. (optional)

Starting the System

Follow the instructions in the operator's manual, on software screens, and in the appropriate
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PROCLEIX
System.
The PROCLEIX TIGRIS System has been designed to remain in standby mode during routine
use. However, in some instances, the operator must start the system and log on to the
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PROCLEIX
Review the Warnings and Cautions in Section 1 before operating the PROCLEIX TIGRIS
System.
1. Make sure that all system doors, covers, and drawers are closed.
2. Turn the analyzer on using the power switch on the front of the analyzer (LED will be
green).
Note: Always start the analyzer before the computer workstation.
Note: Take care to avoid bumping the power switch while the PROCLEIX TIGRIS
System is operating—doing so may result in accidental system shutdown and
premature termination of assay processing.
3. Turn on the computer workstation.
Note: Leave the monitor and printer on at all times, even when the analyzer and
PC are off.
The instrument initializes, resets the hardware, and unloads any MTUs left on the
system. The PROCLEIX TIGRIS System software starts automatically and displays the
login screen unless there are Warning Messages or Operator Intervention Messages
directing the operator to the Messages tab. The Auto Archiving process is initiated.
4. Log on to the PROCLEIX TIGRIS System software.
a) Enter a username and password.
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PROCLEIX TIGRIS System Operator's Manual
Volume I: Operating the Instrument
ETTING UP THE
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Assay package insert for safe and effective use of the PROCLEIX
TIGRIS System software.
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TIGRIS System Specifications" on page 1-22).
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