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- Page 1 USER’S MANUAL FLOW UNIT FLOW UNIT+ FLOWBOARD JAN. 2025...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
PRECAUTIONS SUMMARY INTRODUCTION D o n o t o p e n F l ow b o a rd a n d F LOW U N I T d ev i ce s . Aria is a perfusion system which automates perfusion or timed Please refer all servicing to after-sales service department injection protocols. -
Page 3: Introduction
It will describe all the Flow unit functionalities and will help you to connect all the different FLOW UNIT models and to use it with all the equipment: with Fluigent Flow EZ and MFCS This user manual will show you how to install and use flow units in your daily work. -
Page 4: Sensor Performance
Glass Quartz Glass stainless stainless steel 316L steel 316L Note: The FLOW UNIT can work at its best performances with FLUIGENT Inner volume 1.5 L 28 L 28 L pressure Please note that the maximum pressure depends on the FLOW UNIT model. Ensure that the pressure flow control solutions (FLOW EZ™... -
Page 5: Flow Unit Description
INTRODUCTION FLOW UNIT models FLOW UNIT DESCRIPTION SENSOR PERFORMANCE Sensor model FLOW UNIT Part number FLU-XS FLU-S-D FLU-M-D FLU-L-D FLU-XL Calibrated Water Water, Water, Water, Water media Range 0±1.5 L/min 0±7 L/min 0±80 L/ 0±1 mL/min 0±5 mL/min 0±70 L/min 0±10 mL/ 0±500 L/min... - Page 6 Note: As there is a wide variety of tubings and fittings for the different 3. Insert the assembly into the receiving port, and while holding the applications that you may use, FLUIGENT advises you to make sure tubing firmly against the bottom of the port, tighten the fitting finger that your fluidic connection system fits with the two (2) fluidic ports...
- Page 7 Note: As there is a wide variety of tubings and fittings for the different Slip the ferrule over the tubing, with the tapered portion of the ferrule applications that you may use, FLUIGENT advises you to make sure facing the nut. NB: the nuts and ferrules are specifically designed to that your fluidic connection system fits with the two (2) fluidic ports...
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Page 8: Setting Up With Flow Ez
(Pressure-based flow controller) For more information about how to connect and use the Flow EZ check our webpage and Flow EZ user manual: https://www.fluigent.com/research/instruments/pressure-flow- controllers/lineup-series/flow-ez/ Once connected to the Flow EZ and to the fluidic system (reservoir and chip) flow rate can be measured either directly on the Flow EZ in local mode or by using OxyGEN. - Page 9 SETTING UP SETTING UP When a FLOW UNIT is connected, press the left button "Set Q Ctrl" to switch to the flow rate control mode. Once a FLOW UNIT is connected, the device automatically detects it and the "Operation window" will display an additional zone including the flow rate measurement.
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Page 10: Ogen
SETTING UP SETTING UP GEN: After the flow unit has been successfully connected in the Flow EZ in order to measure and control flow rate you just need to launch the For control using the OxyGEN software a Link module must be Oxygen software. - Page 11 “Order” field. The name of the channel (that can be modified) and its characteristics can be seen in the top right corner. For more detailed information please see the Oxygen user manual in the following link: https: //www.fluigent.com/ resources-support/support-tools/downloads/user-manuals/...
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Page 12: Setting Up With Flowboard
The Flowboard is a hub that powers and communicates For the use of our FLOW UNIT sensor range without Flow EZ between Fluigent Software and up to eight FLOW UNITs. Flowboard is a product that must be used. This device hosts up to eight (8) FLOW UNIT models and provides them power supply. -
Page 13: C F
For more detailed information please see the Oxygen user manual in the following link: https: //www.fluigent.com/ You can now use your Flow-Rate Platform for your application. resources-support/support-tools/downloads/user-manuals/ Do not forget to clean and rinse your FLOW UNIT after use. - Page 14 SETTING UP SETTING UP The flow rate graph reports the current flow-rate sensor When air is detected, red aeras will be displayed on the flowgraph measurements . If flow rate control is needed it’s possible to click on over the period of detection. the Hand icon to launch the DFC (Direct flow control mode).
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Page 15: Dual Calibration
Here is an example using Flow EZ™, a fast and stable pressure-based accurate reading when used with the corresponding fluid, water flow controller delivered by FLUIGENT. The aim of this FASTABTM or isopropyl alcohol. technology is to pressurize a reservoir containing the fluid of interest For the FLOW UNIT model XS, only one single calibration for water to be injected through the microfluidic system. - Page 16 DUAL CALIBRATION DUAL CALIBRATION The principle of the experiment is to inject the desired fluids, here Consequently, when working around 100 l/min (target flow-rate), HFE, through the desired FLOW UNIT model connected to the Flow you have to add the scale factor of 4.68 so that the measurement of EZ™...
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Page 17: Cleaning Procedure
For more details on cleaning protocols for the Flow UNIT, please refer to the dedicated document on Fluigent website or contact the customer support team. DAILY PROTOCOL FOR BIOLOGICAL APPLICATIONS The following section describes the steps to perform the cleaning of the FLOW UNIT, depending on your application. - Page 18 CLEANING PROCEDURE CLEANING PROCEDURE Step 3: Wash with a Detergent solution DAILY PROTOCOL FOR OTHER Change the solution to a detergent solution or other solution that APPLICATIONS will dissolve likely contaminants that is compatible with the device wetted materials. (DROPLET, CHEMICAL...) 4 steps If you’re working with cells or any biologicals, use an enzyme detergent.
- Page 19 CLEANING PROCEDURE CLEANING PROCEDURE ADVANCED CLEANING PROTOCOL RECOMMENDED FLOW RATES When working with cells or biological content, we recommend The following table provides the recommended flow rates for each performing this protocol twice a month. Regular cleaning ensures sensor to ensure optimal performance and efficiency during the the removal of residues and contaminants, maintaining the accuracy cleaning process.
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Page 20: Servicing & Warranty
find a solution to fix the issue. Will be favored any remote repairs, but in case more actions need to be taken, the system will come back to Fluigent offices (for no additional Component Servicing interval cost, only if it is under warranty). - Page 21 VERSION JAN. 2025...
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