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TECAN Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader + Option Touchscreen Color Document Part No.: 30008746 2006-03 Document Revision No.: 1.4...
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T +44 118 930 0300 Toll Free US: helpdesk-sy@tecan.com F +44 118 930 5671 T +1 800 TECAN US or helpdesk-uk@tecan.com T +1 800 832 2687 helpdesk-us@tecan.com Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
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CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN THIS PUBLICATION BEFORE OPERATING THE INSTRUMENT. Notice Every effort has been made to avoid errors in text and diagrams; however, Tecan Austria GmbH assumes no responsibility for any errors, which may appear in this publication.
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Negative environmental impacts associated with the treatment of WEEE • Do not treat electrical and electronic equipment as unsorted municipal waste. • Waste of electrical and electronic equipment must be collected separately. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
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TECAN Symbols Manufactured by Date of manufacture Conformité Européenne In vitro diagnostic medical device Laser Bio-hazardous 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
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Milliliter Nanometer Optical Density Reference Number/ Order Number Serial Number TYPE Name and type of instrument Universal serial bus Volts Volt ampere Video graphics array VOLTAGE Voltage Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
Environmental Requirements............3-2 Instrument Installation Procedure ..........3-3 Installation of Instrument Control Software........ 3-3 Defining the Instrument Settings ..........3-4 3.8.1 Installation of “Sunrise Instrument Settings” Software..... 3-4 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
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6 Filter Carriages................6-6 Fuse Replacement................6-7 Cleaning the Instrument ..............6-8 6.5.1 Cleaning the Device .................6-8 6.5.2 Cleaning the Touchscreen ...............6-8 6.5.3 Liquid Spills ..................6-8 Preventive Maintenance Plan for sunrise ........6-9 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
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7.3.2 Microplate Test ................7-4 7.3.3 High Meniscus Liquids..............7-6 7.3.4 Instrument Precision with Liquid Samples ........7-8 7.3.5 Instrument Linearity with Liquid Samples ........7-9 Index 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
SOFTWARE ARE MODIFIED IN ANY WAY, THE PERFORMANCE OF THE READER MAY BE NEGATIVELY AFFECTED, THE WARRANTY WILL NO LONGER BE VALID AND THE INSTRUMENT WILL NOT BE CONFORM. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
Absorbance Reader is an optical 96-well microplate reader for the measurement of absorbance and turbidimetry of samples from the biological or non-biological origin according to the specifications described in this document, intended for professional use only. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
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DOCUMENT. FAILURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS PUBLICATION MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT, INJURY TO OPERATING PERSONNEL OR POOR INSTRUMENT PERFORMANCE. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
Magellan, additional validation must be carried out by the operating authority to ensure the safety of the results. The operating authority is fully responsible for sunrise any results obtained using software other than Magellan with the Absorbance Reader. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
IVD compliant for Europe. CE declaration is separate from that of the instrument. Can be used in an IVD environment. CE declaration does not exist or it is unrelated to IVD compliance. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
Absorbance Reader Tuneable Wavelength from 400 - 700 nm 10037306 Temperature Control 10037303 Upgrade in field possible 6 Filter Barcode Scanner 30004221 10037304 Barcode Upgrade Kit 30000322 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
Pollution degree Method of disposal Contaminated waste Environment See 3.5 Environmental Requirements for more information. Stability: After 15 minutes warm up time Normal measurements max. +/- 0.001 OD Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
All connected devices must be approved and listed as per EN 60950, UL 1950 or CSA C22.2 No. 950 for Data Processing Devices. Computer interface: Serial RS 232 C 300 - 38,400 baud Printer Only with the Touchscreen option. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
Only for service. MagellanCE software See Magellan Manual Personal computer: For USB stick data exchange and/or backup. Interface USB port Operating system Windows 98/98SE, ME, 2000, XP Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
Serial RS 232 C 300 - 38,400 baud Printer Only with the Touchscreen option. 2.3.5 6 Filter Instrument (6 Filter Carriage) See 2.3.2 Standard Instrument (Standard Filter Carriage). 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
We recommend a longer measurement interval (e.g. 1 min) to increase homogenous temperature distribution. Keep the difference between target temperature and the temperature of microplate with reagents and samples lower than 20 °C (68 °F). 2-10 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
7 mm from the front-right edge. The barcode may be up to 48 mm long. 2.3.9 Barcode Labels sunrise barcode scanner supports the following barcode types: • Codabar • Code 128 • Code 39 • Interleaved 2 of 5 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2-11...
2 years Erase cycles 100,000 times Do not expose the USB stick to extreme temperatures, fire, water, moisture, dust, smoke, electrical power and mechanical forces. 2-12 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
TECAN 2. General Instrument Description The illustration below shows the components of the instruments. Power ON LED Plate support Lamp compartment Filter block compartment 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2-13...
Barcode Laser Scanner Labels Label reproductions on the instrument housing and interior: Note If any labels become damaged or removed, contact you local Tecan representative for replacement labels. 2-14 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
(Magellan, MagellanCE, etc.). WARNING WHEN HANDLING THE MICROPLATE ALWAYS USE DISPOSABLE GLOVES AND PROTECTIVE CLOTHING. Power ON LED Plate support Filter block compartment Lamp compartment 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2-15...
The filter carriage is moved the required distance, so that the required section of the gradient filter is in the light beam. sunrise Gradient filters can only be used with the tuneable wavelength Absorbance Reader. 2-16 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
For more information about the definition of the new and customized Filterslides, see 3.8 Defining the Instrument Settings. sunrise 6 Filter carriages can only be used with the 6 Filter and the tuneable wavelength Absorbance Reader. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2-17...
If an agglutination measurement is performed, up to 40 measurement positions per well are used. Note For more information about setting the measurement mode, see 3.8 Defining the Instrument Settings. 2-18 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
Additional Filter Slide (Standard 4-Filter)..........30004215 Additional Filter Slide (6-Filter)..............10036319 TS - Pen ....................11106542 Barcode Upgrade Kit.................30000322 Note Please contact your local distributor for available USB sticks. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2-19...
Note For more information about the software features, see the appropriate individual Instructions for Use. For example, refer to the Magellan Reference Instructions for Use. 2-20 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
Spare fuses • A software CD, which also contains the XFluor4 program and Magellan demo program (30 day working license). Accessory box Foam packaging Foam packaging Instrument 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F) Storage -20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F) Relative Humidity: Operation 20 % to 90 % Storage 5 % to 95 % Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
Installation of Instrument Control Software Note For more information about installing the software, see Magellan or XFluor4 Instructions for Use, which can be found on the software CD. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
4. The files are then installed and the program icon is created. 5. When the Installation Complete dialog box appears, click Finish and the “Sunrise Instrument Settings” program is ready to be used. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
3. Installation Procedure 3.8.2 Starting the “Sunrise Instrument Settings” In case an instrument is already connected to one of Tecan's programs, close the program or disconnect the instrument. The “Sunrise Instrument Settings” software is started by clicking the “Sunrise Instrument Settings” icon on the desktop if present or go to Start – Programs –...
To define the filter values for a new Filter-slide, enter the required wavelengths in the text boxes. Click Next. Note sunrise The wavelength range for the is 340 - 750 nm. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
The measurement mode has now been set successfully. If the filter values for the new Filter-slide have been defined, then the following dialog box appears at the end of the program. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
Caution Before starting measurements, make sure that the microplate position A1 is inserted correctly. ™ Windows is registered trademark of the Microsoft Corporation. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
CSA C22.2 No. 950 for Data Processing Devices. Caution Never use a USB hub for connecting a device with the instrument. Otherwise data leakage may be possible. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
(PC) and by-pass the onboard software (serial RS232 interface). Please Note Only from Tecan approved USB sticks may be used. Otherwise data leakage may be possible. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
To receive best printing performance under Magellan, adjust the printing head. Connect the printer to a personal computer. Then install and execute the according utility programs which are delivered with the printer. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
Eject Hardware icon on the system tray. A pop-up menu appears. Click to continue. The Safe To Remove Hardware dialog appears. Confirm the dialog with OK. The USB stick is now ready to be unplugged. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
USB stick if expected data amount exceeds free memory. Use the Delete function of the MagellanCE software from the “Archive files” menu. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
The wizard structure guides the user through every step. The starter screen is displayed: For further information on how to use MagellanCE please refer to the Magellan software “Instructions for Use”. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
All letters will be in lowercase. Caps key not selected Click to view the special character keys. Special characters Esc key Click to close the current window. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
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In the Wizard List dialog box under Miscellaneous, select Options. Select the Touchscreen tab to set date and time (see screenshot Options, Touchscreen tab above.). Enter the current date and time and click Apply. 4-10 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
A dialog appears confirming that the instrument is now in remote mode. sunrise Connect the instrument to the external computer as described in 3.6 Instrument Installation Procedure. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 4-11...
The Config remote serial port... dialog box is opened. Set the Instrument mode to Local mode and confirm the dialog with OK. MagellanCE will be started. 4-12 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
Timer event not active Internal firmware error Switch instrument off and then on again. Contact your local service engineer, if the error continues. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
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Timeout waiting for measurement Lamp or other Check lamp and if the lamp is finished optical defect working and positioned correctly, contact your local service engineer. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
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E2Pot Overflow Electronic error on ADC Start Lamp Adjust program in the board or optical problem Setup program. Contact your local service engineer, if the error continues. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
Contact your local service engineer. EPROM error Abort Lamp or other optical Check lamp and if the lamp is working and defect positioned correctly, contact your local service engineer. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
Undefined status after having Plug-in the USB stick and wait 15 sec before plugged in the USB stick. continuing operation. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
OD values outside of the instrument specifications might be shown or replaced by OVER. Please be aware that OD values which are outside the instrument specifications are not reliable. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
• Replace the filter carriages • Replace the main input fuses • Clean the instrument • Disinfect the instrument WARNING BEFORE DOING ANY MAINTENANCE REMOVE THE MICROPLATE. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
5. Disconnect the lamp power cables from the lamp power connector. 6. Replace the old lamp. 7. Reconnect the lamp power connector. 8. Replace the lamp into the lamp holder. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
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11. Close the lamp compartment cover. Caution Do not touch the reflective surface and the bulb. Any fingerprints on these surfaces must be removed with acetone or methylated spirits. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
4. Turn the filter carriage over and insert the new filter and the retaining ring. 5. Carefully push the filter and retaining ring into the filter carriage, using a wooden or rubber rod. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
4. Remove the filters. Be careful not to scratch the filters or soil them with fingerprints or dust. 5. Insert the new filters and replace the retaining bar. Replace and tighten the screws while pressing the retaining bar to the filters. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
6. Reconnect the power cord and switch the instrument on WARNING IF THE FUSE CONTINUES TO BLOW, PLEASE CALL FOR SERVICE. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
IF LIQUID SPILLED ON THE PLATE SUPPORT IS POTENTIALLY INFECTIOUS IT SHOULD BE DISINFECTED ACCORDING TO THE RELEVANT NATIONAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS. Note For disinfection solutions and procedure see chapter 6.7.1 and 6.7.2. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
Or done by service technician: • Perform extended operational quality check 6.6.5 Every Four Years (Service Technician Required) • Replace the lamp and the filters • Perform extended operational quality check 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
WEARING DISPOSABLE GLOVES AND PROTECTIVE GLASSES AND CLOTHING. Caution The surface disinfectant can negatively influence the performance of your instrument, if it is applied or accidentally gets inside the instrument. 6-10 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
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See below for the disinfection declaration, which must be completed before the instrument is returned to the distributor/ service center. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 6-11...
TREAT THE USED MICROPLATE, OTHER DISPOSABLES, AND ALL SUBSTANCES USED, IN ACCORDANCE WITH GOOD LABORATORY PRACTICE GUIDELINES. INQUIRE ABOUT APPROPRIATE COLLECTING POINTS AND APPROVED METHODS OF DISPOSAL IN YOUR COUNTRY, STATE OR REGION. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 6-13...
HAVE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH BIOHAZARDOUS MATERIAL. MAKE SURE TO TREAT THIS MATERIAL ACCORDING TO THE APPLICABLE SAFETY STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS. ALWAYS DECONTAMINATE ALL PARTS BEFORE DISPOSAL. 6-14 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
This chapter gives the instructions on how to obtain the best performance and accuracy from this instrument. Also included are instructions on how to easily check the operational quality of the instrument. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
2. After each microplate has been measured, please refer to the test kit package for information regarding the validation procedure. 3. When very accurate results are required, ensure the Accurate measurement mode is used. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
A calibration curve for each measurement channel is calculated. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
By using dual wavelength measurements, the influence of the difference in OD values of the microplate is removed or reduced to a level that is within acceptable limits. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
Accuracy Mode 3 positions, 55 measurements per position. Positions are 0.4375 mm apart. Normal meniscus High meniscus Center Mode 1 position, 22 measurements. Normal meniscus High meniscus Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
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Make sure that the values are within the allowed tolerances. If not, use the center measurement mode. Repeat the procedure using the center measurement, to ensure that the measured values are now within the required tolerances. 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
+/- (1.5 % + 0.010 OD) e.g. 2.400 +/- 0.046 OD Readings above 3.000 OD Readings above 3.000 OD are only used as an indication and the precision cannot be guaranteed. Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4 2006-03...
0.25 0.679 OD 0.125 0.360 OD 0.0625 0.192 OD 0.03125 0.110 OD 0.025 OD Equation for linear regression: y = 2.5888x + 0.0314 Residual squared value: R 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev. No. 1.4...
Packing Material Environmental requirements......3-2 Disposal ............ 6-13 Error Messages ..........5-1 Returning ..........6-13 Performance Filter Errors ............. 5-3 Optimizing........... 7-2 Filter Replacement General ........... 7-2 2006-03 Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev No. 1.4 Index...
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USB driver ............4-6 Starting ............3-5 USB stick ..........4-4, 4-6, 4-7 Symbols ............. 5 USB Stick Data Management......4-7 Temperature Control Warranty ............3 Specifications ..........2-10 Index Instructions for Use for sunrise Absorbance Reader No. 30008746 Rev No. 1.4 2006-03...
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