NeoPrep Library Prep System Safety and Compliance Guide
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
This guide provides important safety information pertaining to the installation,
servicing, and operation of the Illumina
guide includes product compliance and regulatory statements. Read this
document before performing any procedures on the system.
The country of origin and date of manufacture of the system are printed on the
instrument label.
Safety Considerations and Markings
This section identifies potential hazards associated with installing, servicing,
and operating the instrument. Do not operate or interact with the instrument in
a manner that exposes you to any of these dangers.
All of the hazards described herein can be avoided by following the standard
operating procedures included in the NeoPrep Library Prep System Guide
(document # 15049720).
General Safety Warnings
Make sure that all personnel are trained in the correct operation of the
instrument and any potential safety considerations.
Follow all operating instructions when working in areas
marked with this label to minimize risk to personnel or
the instrument.
Electrical Safety Warnings
Do not remove the outer panels from the instrument. There are no user-
serviceable components inside. Operating the instrument with any of the
panels removed creates potential exposure to line voltage and DC voltages.
The instrument is powered by 100–240 VAC operating at
50–60 Hz. Hazardous voltage sources are located on the
rear bottom left, but can be accessible if other panels are
removed. Some voltage is present on the instrument
even when the instrument is turned off. Operate the
instrument with all panels intact to avoid electrical
shock.
Power Specifications
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Line Voltage: 100–240 Volts AC @ 50/60 Hz
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Power Consumption: 220 Watts
Electrical Connections
Connect the instrument to a grounded circuit capable of delivering at least:
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15 Amps for a 100–120 Volt power source
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10 Amps for a 220–240 Volt power source
For more information, see the NeoPrep System Site Prep Guide (document #
15050812).
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Protective Earth
The instrument has a connection to protective earth
through the enclosure. The safety ground on the power
cord returns protective earth to a safe reference. The
protective earth connection on the power cord must be in
good working condition when using this device.
Fuses
Only Illumina Field Service Engineers are qualified to replace the internal
fuses. The power entry module includes 2 input fuses on the high-voltage
input lines. These fuses are rated for 7 Amps, 250 VAC, Slo-Blo.
Hot Surface Safety Warning
Do not operate the instrument with any of the panels
removed.
When the instrument is performing a run, do not touch
the surfaces of the integrated library prep module that
are accessible through the rear of the library card
compartment. Exposure to hot surfaces could result in
burns.
Heavy Object Safety Warning
The instrument weighs approximately 21 kg (46 lb) and
can cause serious injury if dropped or mishandled. A
2 person lift is required.
Uncrating, Installing, and Moving the Instrument
Only personnel authorized by Illumina can uncrate, install, or move the
instrument. If you have to relocate the instrument, contact your Illumina
representative.
Environmental Considerations
Element
Specification
Temperature
Maintain a lab temperature of 19°C to 25°C
(22°C ±3°C). This temperature is the operating
temperature of the instrument.
Humidity
Maintain a noncondensing relative humidity
between 20–80%.
Elevation
Locate the instrument at an altitude below
2000 meters (6500 feet).
Air Quality
Operate the instrument in a Pollution
Degree II environment or better. A Pollution
Degree II environment is defined as an
environment that normally includes only
nonconductive pollutants.
Ventilation
Consult your facilities department for
ventilation requirements based on the
instrument heat output specifications.
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