Applied Biosystems QuantStudio 3 Site Preparation Manual page 9

Electrical
protective devices
Power line regulator
• 1.5-kVA power line regulator
• Use in areas where the supplied power fluctuates in excess of ±10% of the normal voltage.
• Power fluctuations can adversely affect the function of the instrument and computer.
Note: A power line regulator monitors the input current and adjusts the power supplied to the instrument or
computer. It does not protect against a power surge or failure.
Surge protector
• 10-kVA surge protector (line conditioner)
• Use in areas with frequent electrical storms or near devices that are electrically noisy, such as refrigerators, air
conditioners, or centrifuges.
• Short-duration, high-voltage power fluctuations can abruptly terminate the function of, and thereby damage the
components of, the computer and the instrument.
Note: A dedicated line and ground between the instrument, computer, and the building's main electrical service can
also prevent problems caused by power fluctuations.
Uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
• 1.5-kVA uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
• Use in areas prone to power failure.
• Power failures and other events that abruptly terminate the function of the instrument and computer can
corrupt data and possibly damage the system.
WARNING! PHYSICAL INJURY HAZARD. Do not attempt to lift the UPS unit without assistance of at least
two people. Improper lifting can cause painful and permanent back injury. Refer to the UPS manufacturer
user guide for more information.
IMPORTANT! A UPS provides power for a limited time. It is meant to delay the effects of a power outage, not to
serve as a replacement power source. In the event of a power loss, power off the instrument and computer unless
you expect to regain power within the battery life of the UPS.
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We recommend the use of electrical protective devices to protect the system in
environments with large voltage and power fluctuations.
Recommended devices
Site requirements
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