End Of Run - Ankom Flex Analyte Extractor Operator's Manual

Operator's Manual

8.15 End of Run

At the end of an assay, the round bottom flasks that contain the isolated analyte, must be removed for further quantitative
analysis.
8.15.1. Turn the large black release ring counterclockwise (to the left), to release the round bottom flasks.
8.15.2. Remove the round bottom flasks and immediately cover each flask with aluminum foil. Post-processing of
the analyte will include a variety of treatments. See relevant standard operating procedures located on the
ANKOM website for further instructions.
8.15.3. Remove and clean digestion vessels for subsequent use. Refer to FLEX Service Procedure FLS011.
NOTE:
It is very important to thoroughly clean vessel bottom assemblies after use. Use water, and NOT
ethanol or acetone, as final rinse solution. The digestion vessels must not be left assembled for extended
periods of time (e.g. overnight). If digestion vessels are left assembled for extended periods of time, the O-
rings in the vessel bottom assemblies will deform and future integrity could be compromised.
8.15.4. Remove and dispose of the SPE columns according to SDS guidelines and internal SOP.
8.15.5. Wipe the digestion vessel top's spray nozzles and O-rings, vessel bases, and the SPE column top's O-rings with
a towel wetted with water. Refer to FLEX Service Procedure FLS011.
8.15.6. Disposal of waste bottle reservoir materials: This reservoir will contain a mixture of all the solutions that has
been used in an assay, which may include organic solvents, strong bases, and acids. Dispose according to SDS
guidelines and internal SOP.
If the user would like to turn off the FLEX, go to the
home screen, press the "Lock Hexagon" located in the
lower right corner and then press "SHUT DOWN."
Once the screen is black, the user can turn off the
power switch on the left side of the instrument.
NOTE:
It is recommended to shut down the
HMI touchscreen as described above before
turning off the power switch. If the instrument
needs to be restarted, wait 30 seconds before
powering back on.
If after running this instrument the user plans to leave it unused for one week or longer, the user must clear out the fluid lines
to ensure proper operation. See "Instrument Out-of-use Procedure" located on ankom.com for more information.
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Rev 1/22/2021