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User manual – version 2017/06 For in vitro diagnostic use Exclusively if used in combination with specific in vitro diagnostic kit (IVD) commercialized by Diatech Pharmacogenetics srl requiring the use of “EasyPGX ® qPCR instrument 96” in the respective user manual...
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Index page INTENDED USE CONTENT MATERIALS REQUIRED BUT NOT PROVIDED DOCUMENTS AVAILABLE ON-LINE SYMBOLS PRODUCT USE LIMITATIONS QUALITY ASSURANCE WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS SAFETY INFORMATION ELECTRIC SAFETY FLUIDS AND REAGENT DANGER OF BURNS OPERATIONAL ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGES OTHER FEATURES INSTALLATION POSITION OF THE INSTRUMENT UNPACKING OF THE INSTRUMENT CLEANING THE HEATING BLOCK...
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EXPORTING DATA ANALYSIS OF THE RESULTS CALIBRATIONS MOTOR CALIBRATION BACKGROUD CALIBRATION TOUCH SCREEN CALIBRATION INSTRUMENT MANTEINANCE CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT CLEANING THE OPTICAL MODULES TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS WARRANTY AND CLAUSE OF LIABILITY WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS GUARANTEE LIMITATION AND REMEDIES RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE APPENDIX A: ELECTRIC AND ELECTRONIC WASTE DISPOSAL DIRECTIVE (WEEE) OPERATOR NOTES 4/21 ®...
® ® qPCR instrument 96” is validated in combination with "EasyPGX ready" kit, manufactured and commercialized by Diatech Pharmacogenetics srl. For further details, refer to the user manuals available in the reserved area of the web site www.diatechpharmacogenetics.com/area-riservata. CONTENT “EasyPGX ®...
96” has been validated for use in combination with the "EasyPGX ready" kit, manufactured and commercialized by Diatech Pharmacogenetics srl. The reliability of the results also depends on the procedures performed in the preliminary phases of the amplification, including the selection of the starting biological samples, the storage of the samples and the extraction of the nucleic acids.
Keep the environment at a temperature between 20 and 30 °C and between 20 and 80% relative humidity. ▪ Do not use the instrument in environments where aggressive or explosive volatile mixtures are present. Contact Diatech Pharmacogenetics support if you need to use the instrument in non-conventional environment (support@diatechpharmacogenetics.com). ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGES Electrostatic discharges greater than 8000 volts can interfere with the functionality of USB ports on the instrument.
INSTALLATION POSITION OF THE INSTRUMENT Locate a solid, stable, flat, and clean surface for the instrument. Make sure that: ▪ The instrument is completely stable. ▪ The slots of the fans positioned on the back of the instrument are perfectly free. ▪...
At the end of the procedure, on the display appears a window that returns the result of the test, click the "OK" button to close the window. If the "Backgroud Calibration" procedure fails, contact Diatech Pharmacogenetics Technical Support (email: support@diatechpharmacogenetics.com; phone: +39 0731-213243).
® The Aria DX software is validated to be used in combination with "EasyPGX ready" kits manufactured and commercialized by Diatech Pharmacogenetics srl. Verify that the version you are using corresponds to that ® reported in the "EasyPGX ready" kits user manuals, otherwise contact Diatech Pharmacogenetics srl technical support at email address support@diatechpharmacogenetics.com.
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▪ The "Application Mode" window opens, select "AriaDX" and press "Next". ▪ The "Setup Type" window opens. Select "Standard" and press "Next". Do not change this selection 11/21 ® EasyPGX qPCR instrument 96 2017/06 Cat.Nr: RT800-96...
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▪ The "Destination Folder" window opens. Press "Next" to continue. ▪ Press "Install". The wizard installs the AriaDX software in the folder shown. When the installation is complete, the "InstallShield Wizard Completed" window opens. ▪ Click “Finish” to close the wizard. 12/21 ®...
"EasyPGX ready" kits manufactured and commercialized by Diatech Pharmacogenetics srl. It is recommended to use only pre-set templates available on request contacting Diatech Pharmacogenetics Technical Support (email: support@diatechpharmacogenetics.com). Import of template should only be performed the first time you use the specific kit associated with that template.
EXPORTING DATA ▪ At the end of the session, return to the Home screen by pressing the "Home" button at the bottom left of the display. ▪ Insert the USB stick on the port on the front of the instrument. ▪...
CALIBRATIONS MOTOR CALIBRATION The instruments are supplied fully calibrated; generally after the instrument has been received, no further calibration cycles are required. However, in the event that the warning on the instrument's touch screen indicate the need to calibrate the engine, press “Calibrate”, and then follow the on-screen instructions. BACKGROUD CALIBRATION Background calibration determines the background noise level associated with each optical module and compensates for its level to minimize it.
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ERROR MESSAGE / TROUBLESHOOTING This chapter contains troubleshooting instructions in order to solve the error messages reported by the instrument. When instrument detects hardware optical module problems, error message shows Error messages also appear in case of problems while running the scan application function or diagnostic tests. When the “EasyPGX ®...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions 50 cm L × 46 cm P × 42 cm H (19,7" × 18,1" × 16,5") Weight 23 Kg Storage condition Temperature: 10-43 °C (50-109 °F) Relative humidity: 10-90 % (without condensation) Operating condition Temperature: 20-30 °C (65-95 °F) Relative humidity: 20-80 % (without condensation) Maximum altitude 2000 m Excitation source...
If any parts prove to be defective, it will be repaired or replaced by Diatech Pharmacogenetics srl, following an inspection carried out at the factory or onsite by an authorized technician, provided that such defect has occurred in authorized use conditions.
General conditions for products return In case of request by the Customer to return to Diatech Pharmacogenetics the discarded product for recycling / disposal in compliance with current legislation on WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) the following conditions are applied: ▪...
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Diatech Pharmacogenetics srl a Socio Unico via Ignazio Silone, 1 b - 60035 Jesi AN Italy Tel +39-0731-213243 Fax +39-0731-213239 info@diatechpharmacogenetics.com www.diatechpharmacogenetics.com...
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