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Luminex 200 System User Manual
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Wrong control lot number or
target values are entered in
Update CON Targets box.
Verify that the correct lot
number and target values are
used.
The system controls are in the
wrong well on the plate.
Verify that control microspheres
are in the correct well.
Not enough control
microspheres added to the well.
Add at least five drops of
control microspheres to the
well. For accurate drop volume,
hold the vial upside down at a
90 degree angle to the plate
while dispensing them.
Control lot is expired.
Use a fresh bottle of control
microspheres.
Control microspheres have been
diluted.
Do not dilute the control
microspheres.
The sample probe height is
incorrect.
Adjust the sample probe height.
See page 18.
The sample probe is clogged.
Clean the sample probe. See
page 20.
There is air in the system.
Verify sample probe height. Run
three Prime commands, two
Alcohol Flush commands, then
three Washes with water
The waste container is not
properly vented.
Verify that the waste container
is properly vented and that the
seal is not wet or soiled.
The waste line was moved
during system operation,
resulting in unstable flow rate.
Verify that the waste line is not
moved during system operation.
Possible problem with the
lasers.
Check the system control trend
report for consistent failures. If
any are evident on the report,
contact Technical Support.