Tecan Sunrise User manual

TECAN

Instructions For Use for

SUNRISE Absorbance Reader

Document Part No. I 137 311

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Document Revision No. 1.0

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WARNING

CAREFULLY READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED IN

THIS PUBLICATION BEFORE OPERATING THE INSTRUMENT.

Notice

Every effort has been made to avoid errors in text and diagrams; however, Tecan Austria GmbH assumes no responsibility for any errors, which may appear in this publication.

It is the policy of Tecan Austria GmbH to improve products as new techniques and components become available. Tecan Austria GmbH therefore reserves the right to change specifications at any time.

We would appreciate any comments on this publication.

Manufacturer

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Telephone: [phone] FAX: [phone] E-mail: [e-mail]

Copyright Information

The contents of this publication are the property of Tecan Austria GmbH and are not to be copied, reproduced or transferred to another person or persons without prior written permission.

Copyright Tecan Austria GmbH All rights reserved.

Printed in Austria.

Declaration for EU Certificate

See the back of this publication.

SUNRISE Absorbance Reader Intended Use

See chapter 2.2.1 Sunrise Intended Use.

About the Instructions For Use

This publication is intended as Instructions For Use for the SUNRISE Absorbance Reader, which is designed to measure the light absorbance (optical density) of samples in 96 well microplates. It is intended as reference and instruction for the user.

This document instructs how to:

•Install the instrument

•Clean and maintain the instrument

Warranty

3 Year Warranty

As an expert for microplate instrumentation Tecan proves its commitment to quality and offers a unique 3 year warranty for your SUNRISE Absorbance Reader as a standard. Warranty invalid if instrument is opened or modified.

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Warnings, Cautions and Notes

There are various types of notices used in this publication. These notices highlight important information or warn the user of a potentially dangerous situation. The notices used in this publication appear below:

Note:

Gives helpful information.

Caution

Indicates a possibility of instrument damage or data loss if instructions are not followed.

WARNING

INDICATES THE POSSIBILITY OF SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, LOSS

OF LIFE OR EQUIPMENT DAMAGE IF THE INSTRUCTIONS ARE NOT

FOLLOWED.

WARNING

INDICATES THE POSSIBLE PRESENCE OF BIOLOGICALLY

HAZARDOUS MATERIAL. PROPER LABORATORY SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS MUST BE OBSERVED.

WARNING

INDICATES LASER. DO NOT STARE INTO THE BEAM!

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Symbols

		Manufactured by
		Date of manufacture
		Communauté Européenne
	I V D	In vitro diagnostic medical device
		Laser

Biohazardous

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Abbreviations

Abbreviation

A	Ampere
Abs	Absorbance
C	Celsius
CE	Communauté Européenne
cm	Centimeter
F	Fahrenheit
Hz	Hertz
IVD	In vitro diagnostics
IVD-D	In vitro diagnostics Directive
kg	Kilogram
l; L	Liter
MB	Megabyte
µL	Microliter
mL	Milliliter
nm	Nanometer
REF	Reference Number/ Order Number
SN	Serial Number
TYPE	Name and type of instrument
V	Volts
VA	Volt ampere
VOLTAGE	Voltage

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Table of Contents

	1.	Safety
		1.1	Instrument Safety .................................................................	1-1
	2.	General
		2.1	Introduction...........................................................................	2-1
		2.2	Area of Application...............................................................	2-3
		2.2.1	Sunrise Intended Use .............................................................	2-3
		2.2.2	Sunrise Variations ..................................................................	2-4
		2.2.3	Available Options for SUNRISE..............................................	2-5
		2.3	Specifications .......................................................................	2-6
		2.3.1	General...................................................................................	2-6
		2.3.2	SUNRISE Standard Instrument (Standard Filter) ...................	2-7
		2.3.3	SUNRISE Touchscreen Instrument ........................................	2-8
		2.3.4	SUNRISE Tuneable Wavelength (Gradient Filter)..................	2-9
		2.3.5	SUNRISE 6 Filter..................................................................	2-10
		2.3.6	Temperature Control ............................................................	2-10
		2.3.7	Barcode Laser Scanner........................................................	2-10
		2.3.8	Microplates ...........................................................................	2-11
		2.4	Instrument Description ......................................................	2-12
		2.4.1	Back Panel Connections.......................................................	2-13
		2.4.2	Handling the Microplate........................................................	2-14
		2.5	Filter Carriage Description.................................................	2-15
		2.5.1	SUNRISE Standard Filter Carriage ......................................	2-15
		2.5.2	SUNRISE Gradient Filter Carriage .......................................	2-15
		2.5.3	SUNRISE 6 Filter Carriage...................................................	2-16
		2.6	Instrument Features ...........................................................	2-16
		2.6.1	Measurement Modes............................................................	2-16
		2.6.2	Microplate Shaking ...............................................................	2-17
		2.7	Instrument Accessories.....................................................	2-18
		2.8	Software for the SUNRISE Absorbance Reader...............	2-18
	3.	Installation Procedure
		3.1	Introduction...........................................................................	3-1
		3.2	Unpacking and Inspection ...................................................	3-1
		3.3	Unpacking Procedure...........................................................	3-2
		3.4	Power Requirements............................................................	3-2
		3.5	Environmental Requirements..............................................	3-3
		3.6	Instrument Installation Procedure ......................................	3-3
		3.7	Installation of Instrument Control Software .......................	3-3
		3.8	Defining the SUNRISE Instrument Settings .......................	3-4
		3.8.1	Installation of SUNRISE Instrument Settings Software...........	3-4
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		3.8.2	Starting the SUNRISE Instrument Settings .............................	3-4
		3.8.3	Define Instrument Mode .........................................................	3-5
		3.8.4	Define Filter ............................................................................	3-5
		3.8.5	Define Measurement Mode ....................................................	3-6
	4.	SUNRISE Touchscreen
		4.1	Introduction ...........................................................................	4-1
		4.2	Area of Application for the Touchscreen Option ...............	4-2
		4.3	Specifications .......................................................................	4-2
		4.4	Instrument Description ........................................................	4-2
		4.4.1	Data Handling .........................................................................	4-3
		4.4.2	Printer Compatibility ...............................................................	4-4
		4.5	Operating the Touchscreen .................................................	4-5
		4.5.1	Introduction .............................................................................	4-5
		4.5.2	Starting the Software ..............................................................	4-5
		4.5.3	Special Features of MagellanCE ............................................	4-6
	5. Error Messages and Trouble Shooting
		5.1	Introduction ...........................................................................	5-1
		5.1.1 Table of Error Messages and Trouble Shooting for SUNRISE
		Mode	...................................................................................................	5-1
		5.1.2 Table of Error Messages and Trouble Shooting for SPECTRA
		Mode ...................................................................................................		5-4
	6.	Maintenance & Cleaning
		6.1 ...........................................................................	Introduction	6-1
		6.2 ...............................................................	Lamp Replacement	6-1
		6.3 ...............................................................	Filter Replacement	6-3
		6.3.1 ........................................................	Standard Filter Carriages	6-3
		6.3.2 ........................................................	Gradient Filter Carriages	6-4
		6.3.3 ....................................................................	6 Filter Carriages	6-4
		6.4 ................................................................	Fuse Replacement	6-5
		6.5 .......................................................	Cleaning the Instrument	6-6
		6.6 ........................	Preventive Maintenance Plan for SUNRISE	6-6
		6.6.1 .......................................................................................	Daily	6-6
		6.6.2 ....................................................................................	Weekly	6-6
		6.6.3 ....................................................................	Every Six Months	6-6
		6.6.4 .......................................	Yearly (Service Engineer Required)	6-6
		6.6.5 ....................................................................	Every Four Years	6-6
		6.7 ........................................................	Instrument Disinfection	6-7
		6.7.1 ...........................................................	Disinfection Procedure	6-7
		6.8 .......................................................	Disinfection Declaration	6-8
		6.9 .........................................................	Disposal of Instrument	6-9
		6.9.1 .............................................................................	Introduction	6-9
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6.9.2 Disposal of Packing Material ..................................................		6-9
6.9.3	Disposal of Operating Material ...............................................	6-9
6.9.4	Disposal of the Sunrise Instrument.......................................	6-10

7. Performance Testing / Quality Control

7.1	Introduction...........................................................................	7-1
7.2	Optimizing for Maximum Performance...............................	7-1
7.2.1	Instrument Location ................................................................	7-1
7.2.2	Operating Procedure ..............................................................	7-2
7.2.3	Self Check Procedure.............................................................	7-2
7.3	Performance Tests ...............................................................	7-3
7.3.1	QC PAC 2...............................................................................	7-3
7.3.2	Microplate Test .......................................................................	7-3
7.3.3	High Meniscus Liquids............................................................	7-5
7.4	Quality Control Testing........................................................	7-8
7.4.1	Precision Testing ....................................................................	7-8
7.4.2	Instrument Accuracy...............................................................	7-9
7.4.3	Instrument Linearity ..............................................................	7-10

Index

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1. Safety

1. Safety

1.1Instrument Safety

1.Always follow basic safety precautions when using this product to reduce the risk of injury, fire or electrical shock.

2.Read and understand all information in this document. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this publication may result in damage to the product, injury to operating personnel or poor instrument performance.

3.Observe all WARNINGS and CAUTION statements in this publication.

4.Never open SUNRISE while the instrument is plugged into a power source.

5.Observe proper laboratory safety precautions, such as wearing protective clothing and using approved laboratory safety procedures.

WARNING

IF THE SUNRISE ABSORBANCE READER OR THE MAGELLAN

SOFTWARE ARE MODIFIED IN ANY WAY, THE PERFORMANCE OF THE

READER MAY BE NEGATIVELY AFFECTED,

THE WARRANTY WILL NO LONGER BE VALID AND THE INSTRUMENT

WILL NOT BE CE CONFORM.

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2. General

2.1 Introduction

Note:

SUNRISE Absorbance Reader is intended for use with only external software.

Caution

Before starting measurements, make sure that the microplate position A1 is inserted correctly.

The SUNRISE instruments are fully automatic, microprocessor controlled readers designed for professional use, enabling the user to measure the light absorbance (optical density) of samples in 96 well microplates according to the specifications described in this publication for in vitro diagnostics.

Note:

Results obtained using the SUNRISE are influenced by the proper use of the instrument and microplates, according to the instructions given in this document, as well as the liquid compounds used (reagents, chemistry). The instructions for use, storage and other manipulations in connection with samples or reagents must be strictly followed. Taking this fact into consideration, results must be interpreted carefully.

By reading twelve wells simultaneously, the instrument is able to measure a microplate in approximately six seconds.

The obtained transmission values are converted into OD values according to the following formula:

Transmission T = I Io

OD =Log T1

Io = emitted light I = detected light

With an innovative range of options, this versatile microplate reader gives diagnostic and research laboratories all the features for numerous purposes.

Based on a new design concept EPAC, the excellent optical performance and high quality of the SUNRISE will guarantee fast, reproducible and accurate measurements.

The SUNRISE is designed to be fitted into Tecan robotic systems.

The SUNRISE Absorbance Reader is an optical 96-well microplate reader for the measurement of absorbance and turbidimetry of samples from the biological or non-biological origin according to the specifications described in this document, intended for professional use only.

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The SUNRISE Absorbance Reader is available with options Touchscreen, tuneable wavelength, temperature control and barcode scanner.

The Tecan Sunrise Absorbance Reader when used with the appropriate Magellan software is declared suitable for in-vitro diagnosis (IVD) purposes (Directive 98/79/EC of the European Community).

Magellan is a reader control and data reduction software package, also used for concentration and titer determination.

Note:

It is important to note that the proper installation of the instrument and Magellan software alone will not ensure compliance with the IVD Directive. A range of policies and standard operating procedures according to local regulations must also be established.

Make sure that the instrument and the software are suitable for use with the reagents, chemicals and microplates used (see 7.2 Optimizing for Maximum Performance and 7.3 Performance Tests).

Caution

If the instructions given in this publication are not correctly followed, the instrument may become damaged or procedures may not be correctly performed and the safety of the instrument cannot be guaranteed.

Note:

For more information about the operating instructions, see Magellan or XFluor4 Instructions for Use.

WARNING

CAREFULLY READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT. FAILURE TO READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS PUBLICATION MAY RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE PRODUCT, INJURY TO OPERATING PERSONNEL OR POOR INSTRUMENT PERFORMANCE.

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2.2 Area of Application

2.2.1 Sunrise Intended Use

The Sunrise Absorbance Reader is an optical 96-well microplate reader for the measurement of absorbance including turbidimetry (optical density) of samples from biological or non-biological origin according to the specifications described in this manual intended for professional use in:

in-vitro diagnostic environments with tests like:

•Enzyme Immuno Assays (EIA), e.g. for diagnostic of infectious diseases, autoimmune diagnostic, allergy screening,

•Agglutination Assays, e.g. for blood typing assays,

•Enzyme Assays, e.g. haemostaseology assays and

•Enzyme Linked Probe Hybridization Assays (ELPHA), e.g. HLAtyping assays,

which have been validated according to the IVD directive or other relevant regulations or

pharmaceutical, biotechnological and life science industry, for research use, for food analysis and veterinary applications.

The Sunrise Absorbance Reader has been validated for use with representative applications from the above list. The validation shows the general ability of the Sunrise Absorbance Reader to use the above mentioned methods.

Note

If the Sunrise Absorbance Reader or Magellan software are modified in any way the instrument loses its guarantee and will no longer be IVD compliant.

Note:

The operating authority must use only CE-labeled test kits for clinical diagnostic applications. The operating authority must assure that the combination of a particular CE-labeled test kit used with the CE-labeled Sunrise Absorbance Reader as been validated according to the IVD directive or to other relevant national or local regulations.

If the Sunrise Absorbance Reader is used with any other software other than Magellan, additional validation must be carried out by the operating authority to ensure the safety of the results. The operating authority is fully responsible for any results obtained using software other than Magellan with the Sunrise Absorbance Reader.

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2.2.2 Sunrise Variations

All variations of the Sunrise Absorbance Reader and its Options are compliant with the IVD directive and part of the CE declaration of conformity.

Sunrise Hardware Variations

The following table shows the compatibility of the filter slides with each

Sunrise hardware variation:

	Sunrise	4 Filter Slide	6 Filter Slide	Gradient Filter
	Variations			Slide
	Standard	X
	6 Filter	X	X
	Tuneable	X		X
	Wavelength

Sunrise Options

The Sunrise options work with all hardware variations and accessories and can be used in any combination:

Sunrise Options

Temperature Control

Touch screen

Barcode

Sunrise Accessories

The Sunrise accessories work with all hardware variations and options and can be used in any combination:

Sunrise	IVD Compliant		Research Use	None/ Unrelated3
Accessories	Included in CE1	Separate CE2	Only
4 Filter Slide	X
6 Filter Slide	X
Gradient Filter	X
Sunrise Instrument				X
Settings
XFluor 4			X
Magellan		X
Magellan TS		X
QC Pac 1				X
QC Pac 2				X

1IVD compliant. Included in the CE declaration for the instrument.

2IVD compliant. CE declaration is separate from that of the instrument.

3Can be used in an IVD environment. CE declaration does not exist or it is unrelated to IVD compliance.

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2.2.3 Available Options for SUNRISE

The SUNRISE is a modular system, so you can create your own tailor-made instrument that meets exactly your needs. Options such as a Touchscreen combined with a WindowsCE based on-board software, free wavelength selection, temperature control and a bar code scanner can be added onto the basic system which is dedicated to remote controlled computer operation.

Factory Installed Options

Touchscreen

B037302

SUNRISE Absorbance Reader

Tuneable wavelength from 400 – 700 nm

B037306

Temperature Control

B037303

Upgrade in Field Possible

Barcode scanner

B037304

Barcode Upgrade Kit

S 039 386

6 Filter

B03641002

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2.3 Specifications

The tables below lists the specifications for the instruments.

2.3.1 General

For all instrument options:
PARAMETERS	CHARACTERISTICS
Mains Power Input	100 - 120 & 220 - 240 V ± 10% 50/60 Hz
	(Auto sensing)
Consumption	Stand by mode: approx. 50 VA
	Operational mode: max. 110 VA
Fuse Rating	2 x F 2.0 A / 250 V (Fast Blow)
Outside Dimensions	Width:	33,5 cm
	Depth:	32,0 cm
	Height:	17,0 cm
Weight	6 kg
Ambient Temperature:
Operation	15°C to 35°C (59°F to 95°F)
Storage	-40°C to 60°C (-40°F to 140°F)
Relative Humidity:
Operation	20 % to 90 %
Storage	5 % to 95 %
Overvoltage Category	II
Pollution Degree	2
Method of disposal	Contaminated waste
Environment	See 3.5 Environmental Requirements for
	more information.
Stability:	After 15 minutes warm up time
Normal measurements	max.	+/- 0.001 Abs

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2.3.2 SUNRISE Standard Instrument (Standard Filter)

PARAMETERS	CHARACTERISTICS
Measurement time:
dual wavelength	8 seconds
single wavelength	6 seconds
Wavelength Range
Standard	340 - 750 nm
Filter Wavelength Accuracy	Central wavelength +/- 2 nm
Filter Bandwidth
At 50% transmission:	10 +/- 2nm
Measurement Range:
340 – 399 nm	0 - 3.000 Abs
400 – 750 nm	0 - 4.000 Abs
Resolution:	0.001 Abs.
Accuracy:
(492 nm) 0.000 - 2.000 Abs	Better than +/- 1.0 % +/- 0.010 Abs.
(492 nm) 2.000 - 3.000 Abs	Better than +/- 1.5 % +/- 0.010 Abs.
Precision:
(492 nm) 0.000 - 2.000 Abs.	Better than +/- 0.5 % +/- 0.005 Abs
(492 nm) 2.000 - 3.000 Abs.	Better than +/- 1.0 % +/- 0.005 Abs
Linearity:
(340 - 399 nm) 0.000 - 2.000 Abs.	Better than +/- 2 %
(400 - 750 nm) 0.000 - 2.000 Abs.	Better than +/- 1 %
2.000 - 3.000 Abs.	Better than +/- 1.5 %
Wavelength selection:
Standard filter	Narrow band interference filters. Up to four
	filters can be mounted in a filter carriage.
	The instrument can use up to eight different
	filter carriages.
Light source:	Halogen lamp 20 W
All connected devices must
be approved and listed as per
EN 60950, UL 1950 or
CSA C22.2 No. 950 for Data
Processing Devices.
Computer interface:
Serial RS 232 C	300 - 38,400 baud
Printer	Only functions with the Touchscreen
	option.

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2.3.3 SUNRISE Touchscreen Instrument

PARAMETERS	CHARACTERISTICS
Screen Size	240 x 320 pixel
Operating System	WindowsCE
Operating Software:	MagellanCE
Storage	8 / 32 MB (SUNRISE Memo Card)
Computer interface:
Serial RS 232 C	300 - 38,400 baud
Printer	Only functions with the Touchscreen option.
Serial RS 232 C to the Touchscreen	Only for the XChange program.
MagellanCE software	See Magellan Manual

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2.3.4 SUNRISE Tuneable Wavelength (Gradient Filter)

PARAMETERS	CHARACTERISTICS
Measurement time:
dual wavelength	8 seconds
single wavelength	6 seconds
Wavelength Range
Gradient filter	400 - 700 nm
Standard filter	340 - 399 nm & 700 - 750 nm
Measurement Range:
400 – 750 nm	0 - 4.000 Abs.
340 – 399 nm	0 - 3.000 Abs
Resolution:	0.001 Abs.
Accuracy:
(492 nm) 0.000 - 2.000 Abs	Better than +/- 1.5 % +/- 0.010 Abs.
Precision:
(492 nm) 0.000 - 2.500 Abs	Better than +/- 1.0 % +/- 0.005 Abs
Linearity:
(492 nm) 0.000 - 2.500 Abs.	Better than +/- 2 %
Wavelength selection:
Gradient filter	Special gradient filter any wavelength
	between 400 and 700 nm in 1 nm steps.
	The instrument can use up to eight different
	filter carriages
Filter Wavelength Accuracy	Central wavelength +/- 2 nm
Filter Bandwidth
At 50% transmission:
450 nm	10 – 16 nm
550 nm	10 – 14 nm
650 nm	10 – 18 nm

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2.3.5 SUNRISE 6 Filter

See 2.3.2 SUNRISE Standard Instrument (Standard Filter)

2.3.6	Temperature Control
		Peltier-based temperature control.
		PARAMETERS	CHARACTERISTICS
		Temperature Range:	Room temperature up to 42°C increments
			of 0.1°C
		Accuracy	+/- 0.2°C
		Preheating Time	20 min.
2.3.7	Barcode Laser Scanner

WARNING

LASER RADIATION – DO NOT STARE INTO THE BEAM!

CLASS II / 2 LASER PRODUCT.

The Class II / 2 Laser Scanner corresponds to the following norms:

•DIN EN 60825-1 : 2001

•CDRH 21 CFR 1040.10

PARAMETERS	CHARACTERISTICS
Classification	Class II / 2 Laser Product
Input Power	5V DC +/- 10%
Emission Duration	> 0.25s
Scan Rate	42 +/- 3 Scans / second (bi-directional)
Laser Power	< 1mW
Definition of depth	Max. 40cm
Resolution	0.15cm
Min. Print Contrast	25% at 675nm
Ambient Light	Sun Light: 40000 Lux
	Halogen Light: 1500 Lux

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2.3.8 Microplates

Only 96-well format microplates (v-shaped, flat and round including strip-wells) can be used with the Sunrise Absorbance Reader.

PARAMETERS	CHARACTERISTICS
Max. overall plate height	14.35 mm ± 0.76 mm
	(0.5650 inches ± 0.0299 inches)
Diameter of wells	9.0 mm (0.3543 inches)
Pitch size (center to center)	9.0 mm (0.3543 inches)
Bottom shape	V-shaped, Flat and Round bottom

The barcode sticker has to be positioned on the right hand side of the plate, 7 mm from the front-right edge. The barcode may be up to 48 mm long.

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55

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The SUNRISE barcode reader supports the following barcode types:

•CODE 39

•Interleaved 2 of 5

•UPC A, UPC E0, UPC E1

•EAN8, EAN 13

•Codabar

•CODE 128

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