Intended Use Of The Acquity Uplc M-Class System; Calibrating; Quality Control - Waters ACQUITY UPLC M-Class System Manual

Intended use of the ACQUITY UPLC M-Class system

Waters designed the ACQUITY UPLC M-Class system to perform
chromatographic separations. The system is for research use only and is not
intended for use in diagnostic applications.

Calibrating

To calibrate LC systems, follow acceptable calibration methods using at least
five standards to generate a standard curve. The concentration range for
standards must include the entire range of QC samples, typical specimens,
and atypical specimens.
When calibrating mass spectrometers, consult the calibration section of the
operator's guide for the instrument you are calibrating. In cases where an
overview and maintenance guide, not operator's guide, accompanies the
instrument, consult the instrument's online Help system for calibration
instructions.

Quality control

Routinely run three QC samples that represent subnormal, normal, and
above-normal levels of a compound. If sample trays are the same or very
similar, vary the location of the QC samples in the trays. Ensure that QC
sample results fall within an acceptable range, and evaluate precision from
day to day and run to run. Data collected when QC samples are out of range
might not be valid. Do not report these data until you are certain that the
instrument performs satisfactorily.
ISM classification
ISM Classification: ISM Group 1 Class B
This classification has been assigned in accordance with IEC CISPR 11
Industrial Scientific and Medical (ISM) instruments requirements. Group 1
products apply to intentionally generated and/or used conductively coupled
radio-frequency energy that is necessary for the internal functioning of the
equipment. Class B products are suitable for use in both commercial and
residential locations and can be directly connected to a low voltage,
power-supply network.
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