Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 3 Site Preparation Manual page 7

Environmental
requirements
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Table 1 Environmental requirements
Condition
Installation site
Electromagnetic
interference
Altitude
Operating conditions
Storage and transport
conditions
Thermal output
Vibration
Pollution degree
Other conditions
Acceptable range
Indoor use only
Do not use this device in close proximity to sources of strong
electromagnetic radiation (for example, unshielded intentional
RF sources). Strong electromagnetic radiation may interfere
with the proper operation of the device.
Between sea level and 2000 m (6500 ft.) above sea level
• Humidity: 15–80% relative humidity (noncondensing)
• Temperature: 15 to 30°C (59 to 86°F)
Note: For optimal performance, avoid rapid or extreme
fluctuations in room temperature.
• Humidity: 20–80% relative humidity (noncondensing)
• Temperature: –30 to 60°C (–22 to 140°F)
During operation, the net thermal output, based on the actual
current draw of the instrument, is expected to be
approximately 960 W (3275 Btu/h).
Ensure that the instrument is not adjacent to strong vibration
sources, such as a centrifuge, pump, or compressor. Excessive
vibration will affect instrument performance.
The instrument has a Pollution Degree rating of II. The
instrument may only be installed in an environment that has
nonconductive pollutants such as dust particles or wood chips.
Typical environments with a Pollution Degree II rating are
laboratories and sales and commercial areas.
The noise output of the instrument is £ 60 dB when running.
Ensure the instrument is located away from any vents that
could expel particulate material onto the instrument
components.
Avoid placing the instrument and computer adjacent to
heaters, cooling ducts, or in direct sunlight.
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