MABTECH ASTOR 2 Operating Instructions Manual

MABTECH ASTOR 2 Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
Mabtech ASTOR™ 2
ELISpot reader
© 2023 Mabtech

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Mabtech ASTOR™ 2 ELISpot reader © 2023 Mabtech...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    In this package ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 8 Cleaning/Decontamination������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 9 Disposal ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 9 Warranty�������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 9 Technical specifications ������������������������������������������������������������ 10 Setup and installation ��������������������������������������������������������������� 11 How to use the Mabtech ASTOR™ 2 reader ��������������������������� 14 Service, maintenance, and transport �������������������������������������� 16 To replace the fuses ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 17...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Intended use Mabtech ASTOR™ 2: Detection of secreting cells in ELISpot assay� For research use only� Symbols Labels These symbols are shown on the reader: Machine label: Symbols Description Mabtech ASTOR™ 2 ELISpot reader P/N: 2001 Complies with the directives 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 0.5 A max, 100 W...
  • Page 4: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory information The Mabtech ASTOR™ 2 ELISpot reader complies with the following directives: Directive Applied standards CE mark for the European Economic Area (EEA) • 2014/30/EU – Electromagnetic EN IEC 61326-1, edition 4:2021-06-04 & edition 3:2013-01-11 • Compatibility Directive (EMC)
  • Page 5: Quality Management System (Qms)

    measures: • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna� • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver� • Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected� • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help� Quality Management System (QMS) Standard Description...
  • Page 6: Safety

    Risk of material damage if instructions are not followed� Note: General information or advice on optimal use of the system� Warning! The Mabtech ASTOR™ 2 ELISpot reader must only be used by trained persons� Warning! Do not keep or use flammable or non-flammable liquids near the system.
  • Page 7 Caution! Do not insert microtiter plates that contain liquid� Risk of short circuit in the reader� Caution! Do not place objects near or on the reader� Vibrations from the reader can make objects fall�...
  • Page 8: Product Description

    Door to plate loader IEC inlet with fuse holder *Programming switch should be set downwards In this package The following parts are included in the package: • Mabtech ASTOR™ 2 ELISpot reader • USB cable • Power cable • Spare fuse •...
  • Page 9: Cleaning/Decontamination

    Cleaning/Decontamination Clean the outside of Mabtech ASTOR™ 2 ELISpot reader with a damp cloth when needed� Before you send the system to any third party, fill out a certificate of decontamination to ensure that the instrument does not contain any potential contaminants.
  • Page 10: Technical Specifications

    MSIPS45 (ELISpot, clear) • MSIPS4W (ELISpot, white) • M8IPS4510 (ELISpot, strip) • MAIPSWU10 (ELISpot, white, w/o underdrain • MAIPS4510 (ELISpot, clear, w/o underdrain) The Mabtech ASTOR™ 2 ELISpot reader must be connected to a computer equipped with the Mabtech Apex™-software�...
  • Page 11: Setup And Installation

    Note: Keep the packaging in case the system needs to be sent back to Mabtech for service� Lift the Mabtech ASTOR™ 2 ELISpot Place the Mabtech ASTOR™ 2 ELISpot reader out of the box by the handles� reader upright on a solid table� Remove the inner packaging�...
  • Page 12 Do not connect faulty equipment to the system� Risk of electrical shock and damage to the system� Caution! Connect the Mabtech ASTOR™ 2 ELISpot reader to a grounded outlet� The input voltage must be between 100 to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz� Note:...
  • Page 13 Note: Connect Mabtech ASTOR 2 to the USB 3�0/3�1 port on the computer� Push the button to turn on the Mabtech ASTOR™ 2 ELISpot reader�...
  • Page 14: How To Use The Mabtech Astor™ 2 Reader

    How to use the Mabtech ASTOR™ 2 reader Start the computer and double-click on the program symbol� The login screen is shown� Select a profile and enter your password. Click Login� Double-click on the type of assay you wish to run�...
  • Page 15 Put the microtiter plate in the plate loader� In Mabtech Apex™ click Read� The reader retracts the plate loader� The microtiter plate is read and the spots are counted� Click Save and select a folder� Click Save�...
  • Page 16: Service, Maintenance, And Transport

    • Fuses x 2 Cartridge fuses SP 5×20 • 250V 4A • IEC 60127-2 • Quick-Acting F4A, H (H = High Breaking Capacity (Ceramic Tube)) Note: All components in Mabtech ASTOR™ are compliant with RoHS(Restriction of Hazardous Substances Directive, 2011/65/EU)�...
  • Page 17: To Replace The Fuses

    To replace the fuses Warning! Disconnect the power before replacing the fuses� Risk of electrical shock� Pull out the power cable from the IEC inlet� Remove the fuse holder from the IEC inlet with a flat screwdriver or similar tool. Replace the fuses�...
  • Page 20 ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 13485:2016� Quality management systems The products are for research use only. MABTECH shall not be liable for the use or handling of the product or for consequential, special, indirect or incidental damages there from� Mabtech AB (Head Office) Mabtech, Inc.

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