MDS100 EN Molecular Detection System User Manual
EN (English) 3 Issue Date: 2011-11 Molecular Detection System User Manual MDS100 Table of Contents Table of Contents...................................................................1 Setting up the Administrative Information............................24 Users.......................................................................... 24 Using this Manual..................................................................3 Adding users...............................................................
EN (English) Performing Runs.................................................................36 Setting up a new run.................................................. 36 Starting a run ............................................................. 40 Importing a new run................................................... 40 Exporting a run definition............................................ 41 Displaying a run by assay type................................... 41 Saving a run as a template..................
EN (English) Using this Manual 1. The 3M™ Molecular Detection System User Manual is provided in electronic format only. To access the user manual, click [Help] on the menu bar, and then select User Manual. 2. Click any item in the Table of Contents to immediately bring you to that section, or scroll or page through the User Manual to the desired section. 3.
EN (English) User Responsibility USER RESPONSIBILITY Users are responsible for familiarizing themselves with product instructions and information. Visit our website at www.3M.com/foodsafety, or contact your local 3M representative or distributor for more information. When selecting a test method, it is important to recognize that external factors such as sampling methods, testing protocols, sample preparation, handling, and laboratory technique may influence results.
EN (English) WARNING • • • • To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage and fire: - keep power supply visible and accessible at all times. Use the plug at the wall socket to disconnect the device from the main power supply. - use only the power cord specified for this product and certified for the country of use. - do not allow the power supply to get wet. - do not modify, or service this instrument. Use only 3M authorized service personnel.
EN (English) Instrument Specifications Electrical Specifications Model MDS100 Specification Units Voltage 24 V VDC Current 2.5 A Amps Power Supply Specification Units Input Voltage 100-240 V VAC Frequency 50/60 Hz Hertz Maximum Input Current 1.5 A Amps Output Voltage 24 V VDC Output Current 2.
EN (English) Regulatory Information Safety Standards EMC Standards IEC/EN 61010-1, 2nd Edition USA: FCC part 15 subpart B UL 61010-1 Canada: ICES-003 CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1 EEA: EN 61326 EIC 61010-2-081 Australia: AS/NZF 2064.
EN (English) Minimum Computer Requirements • Microsoft® Windows® XP with Service Pack 3 (SP3), or Microsoft® Windows® Vista with Service Pack 2 (SP2), or Microsoft® Windows® 7 (32- or 64-bit) • 2.0 GHz Intel Pentium 4 or similar processor • 2 GB RAM (3 GB RAM recommended) • 20 GB of free disk space • CD/DVD Drive • USB 2.0 The 3M Molecular Detection System is based on the Microsoft.NET Framework 4 platform and utilizes a local Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Express database for data storage.
EN (English) 8. Use a disposable towel lightly dampened with DI water (distilled or deionized water) to gently wipe any dust or debris from the inner surfaces of the instrument. 9. Use a dry disposable towel to wipe the interior surfaces of the instrument. 10. Allow the interior surfaces of the instrument to air dry for at least 1 hour. Do not reconnect the power cable and the USB cable until you have allowed the instrument to air dry for at least 1 hour. 11.
EN (English) Installing the Software The 3M Molecular Detection Software comes packaged with Microsoft.NET Framework 4 and Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Express. To install the 3M Molecular Detection Software, you must be logged onto Windows as an administrator or belong to the Administrators group. If you are using a Windows XP or Vista computer, you must install the following Microsoft components before installing the 3M Molecular Detection Software.
EN (English) 7. Read the the Microsoft license terms, and then click the I have read and accept the license terms check box to accept the Microsoft license terms and click the [Install] button. 8. After installation is complete, a computer restart may be required. In this case, close the installation wizard, restart the computer, and then repeat steps 2-4. 9. In the SQL Server setup screen, select Install Microsoft SQL Server 2008 R2 Express for a new SQL Server installation.
EN (English) 10. When the SQL Server Installation Center opens, select [New installation or add features to an existing installation and click [Next]. . 11. Read and accept the SQL Server license agreement. 12. In the Feature Selection screen, click [Next] to accept the default Instance Features, Shared Features, and directory location. Do not uncheck any features. 13. In the Instance Configuration screen, click [Next] to accept the SQLMDS Named instance and default root directory.
EN (English) 14. In the Server Configuration screen, select NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM for the Account Name field for the SQL Server Database Engine. No Password is required. Click [Next] to continue. 15. Click [Next] to accept the default Windows authentication mode. Click [Add] to specify additional users, if necessary. Click [Next] on the following screen to start the installation. An installation progress screen is shown. 16.
EN (English) 19. In the Database Connection Settings screen, the Server Name will be automatically populated. This screen may be blank for a few seconds. Click Next to accept the default settings unless you have a specific reason to edit them. 20. Click the [Test Connection] button to verify that the Server Name is correct. If the test fails, enter the \SQLMLDS as the Server Name. You can find the value for by following these steps: a. Click Start on the Windows Desktop b.
EN (English) 23. Click [Next] to continue with the installation wizard. 24. Select a format for the default Run ID. The available formats of the default Run ID all include the current date followed by the creation sequence number. The date format is a two digit month, two digit day and either a two or four digit year. The sequence number is created by the system and can be a one, two or three digit number enclosed by parenthesis, hyphens or underscores. 25.
EN (English) Sample Fields Field Name Field Type Field Values Show Field 1 Sample Type List Raw Processed Environmental Show Field 2 Description Text Show Field 3 Product Text Show Field 4 Brand Text Show Field 5 Lot Number Text Show Field 6 Line Text Show Field 7 Customer Text Show 27. To modify any of the default fields, perform the following actions. a. Use the Field dropdown menu to select the field you want to change. There are seven fields total. b.
EN (English) 30. In the Import/Export Options screen, you can select the default locations for import and export files. This can also be changed after installation, in the Administration>Import and Export Options menu. 31. In the next three screens, the installation wizard asks for the Destination Folder, the locations for Application Shortcuts and the Start Menu Folder. You can modify the defaults for these fields if necessary.
EN (English) 33. Click [Finish] when the installation wizard displays the Completing the 3M Molecular Detection Software Setup Wizard window. � Operating the 3M Molecular Detection Software Before using the 3M Molecular Detection Software, disable Windows power management features such as Sleep or Hibernate to prevent accidental termination of the software and any active runs. Do not log out of Windows or switch Windows user accounts while a run is active, as this will cause the run to be terminated.
EN (English) Using the Start Page 1. The 3M Molecular Detection Software displays the Start Page window after you login successfully. You can select and perform the following operations from the Start Page by clicking the text beside the icons.
EN (English) 5. From the Collapsing Sidebar, you can select and perform the following operations by clicking the text beside the icons.
EN (English) Help User Manual Display the User Manual About 3M Molecular Detection System Display the About screen Using the Status Bar 1. The 3M Molecular Detection Software displays a status bar at the bottom of the software’s main window. This status bar contains three components. From left to right, these components are: 1. Current user – User Name of the user who is currently logged-in. 2. Instrument status – Status of the 3M Molecular Detection Instruments currently connected to the system.
EN (English) Instrument Status Tab Field Name Description Instrument Name The instrument name you defined when you added the instrument Instrument Status The instrument’s current operational status. Refer to the table of operational statuses below.
EN (English) Status Light Icon Off (White) Off (White) Instrument Status The instrument is in Standby state while it waits to start the heaters to perform a test run, and the lid is closed. OR The instrument is in Diagnose state while it runs a Self-Check, and the lid is closed. The instrument is in Standby state while it waits to start the heaters to perform a test run, and the lid is open. OR The instrument is in Diagnose state while it runs a Self-Check, and the lid is open.
EN (English) Setting up the Administrative Information Users Users Window Adding users 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Only administrator level users can add users. Click [Administration] on the menu bar, and then select Users…. The Setup window displays a current list of users on the Users tab in the sequence in which they were added. Click the [Add] button to add a new user. Enter the new user’s full name in the User Full Name field.
EN (English) Deleting users Only administrator level users can delete users. 1. Click Administration on the menu bar, and then select Users…. 2. The Setup window displays a list of active users on the Users tab in the sequence in which they were added. 3. Click the user you want to delete from the list. You cannot delete a user that has defined any system component (Assay Kit, Sample, Run). Users cannot delete themselves. 4. Click the [Delete] button. 5.
EN (English) Instruments � Instruments Window Adding instruments The 3M Molecular Detection Software automatically detects instruments that are powered on and are connected to the computer by a USB cable when the software starts. The software also automatically detects instruments when you power on instruments and connect instruments to the computer by a USB cable. 1. Click Administration on the menu bar, and then select Instruments….
EN (English) 6. The instrument status bar displays only the first four instruments in the Instruments list. These first four instruments that are displayed may or may not be the four instruments that are currently communicating with the 3M Molecular Detection Software. Naming instruments Only administrator level users can edit instruments. Click Administration on the menu bar, and then select Instruments….
EN (English) Viewing instruments Any level user can view users. 1. Click Administration on the menu bar, and then select Instruments…. 2. The Instrument tab on the Administration window displays all instruments that have been automatically detected. Show all hidden instruments by clicking the Show hidden checkbox. The instrument status bar displays only the first four connected instruments in the instruments tab. Configuring Fields Only administrator level users can configure fields. 1.
EN (English) 6. You can enable a Field Name to make it appear on the Sample tab in the Setup window or you can disable a Field Name to prevent if from appearing on the Sample tab in the Setup window. a. To enable or disable a Field Name, simply click the check box in the Enabled column. ( ) b. Click the [Apply] button to apply the change, or click the [OK] button to apply the change and return to the Start Page window. 7. An example of configuring a field is shown below.
EN (English) Field Change Effects on Sample Setup Tab Samples Samples Window 30
EN (English) Adding samples 1. Samples are the food or environmental samples that you are testing for the presence of pathogen. 2. Click Manage on the menu bar, and then select Samples…. You can also select Manage Samples on the Sidebar, or select the Samples tab if the Manage window is already open. You can also import Sample information. Refer to the section in this manual on Importing/Exporting samples for more information. 3.
EN (English) 3. Click the Sample ID that you want to hide. Use the vertical scroll bar to display additional Samples if necessary. You can press and hold [Shift] while you click another Sample ID to hide both Sample IDs and all Sample IDs between them. You can also press and hold [Ctrl] while you select multiple Sample IDs to hide multiple Sample IDs. 4. Select the Hide button to delete the selected Sample ID. 5.
EN (English) 5. Click the Import button. If only one import file is present in the import folder, it will automatically import. If multiple files or no files are present, the Open window appears. Navigate to the file you want to import and double click the file name. 6. After a successful import, the Samples tab displays the sample definitions that were imported. The 3M Molecular Detection Software creates new rows at the end of the Sample ID list and adds the contents of the import file to the new rows.
EN (English) Exporting samples 1. You can export Sample IDs and their corresponding values for the custom fields in the form of delimited data files, e.g., Comma Separated Values (.CSV) files. Use this feature if the Sample IDs can be imported to a LIMS or to another system from the 3M Molecular Detection System. 2. Click Manage on the menu bar, and then select Samples…. You can also select Manage Samples on the Sidebar, or select the Samples tab if the Setup window is already open.
EN (English) 5. Use the Assay Type drop-down menu to select the type of assay. This field is required. Select one of the four pathogen targets or the Matrix Control as indicated on the kit label: • Matrix Control • Salmonella • E. coli O157 • Listeria • Listeria monocytogenes 6. Enter the expiration date for the new assay kit in the Expiration Date field. You can type the date in YYYY-MM-DD format, or use the date picker to select a date. This field is not required. 7.
EN (English) Performing Runs Setting up a new run 1. Launch the 3M Molecular Detection Software using the icon located on the Desktop. 2. Enter your User Name and Password to log in. 3. To setup a new run, select File on the menu bar, and then select New Run. You can also click Setup New Run next to the Setup New Run icon on the Start page, or you can click Setup New Run next to the Setup New Run icon on the Sidebar to start a new run. 4.
EN (English) You can also right-click a cell or group of cells to select the Assay type and Well Type using the context-sensitive menu. 10. Repeat step 8 and step 9 until you have defined all the assay types and well types for the run. The screenshot below is an example of a completed new run definition. The new Run ID appears as the tab title, and the asterisk (*) indicates the run definition has been changed since it was last saved. 11. Enter the Kit Lot Number in the Well Details pane.
EN (English) 13. If you are using a Matrix Control, link the sample to the Matrix Control by assigning the same Sample ID to both the sample and the Matrix Control. This association causes the sample result to be dependent on the Matrix Control result. You can also link a single MC to multiple sample wells; however, all wells must have the same Sample ID. Individual wells do have different codes (e.g., A1, A2) that can be used to track the samples.
EN (English) 19. Repeat Steps 11 and 12 to enter the Kit Lot Number and the Sample ID for the remaining wells. Leave any unused wells blank (gray circles). 20. The large icons below the Setup (Grid) pane provide quick access to functions commonly used during the run definition process. Active Inactive Clear Save Print Run 21.
EN (English) Starting a run 1. Follow the instructions in the assay kit Product Instructions to perform the assay. Do not place the sample reagent tubes into the speed loader tray until you have completed the lysis step. Samples that have not been properly heat treated during the assay lysis step may be considered a potential biohazard and should NOT be inserted into the 3M Molecular Detection Instrument.
EN (English) • The data in a sample import file that’s intended to be imported into a list field must match one of the selections for the list field. For example, a sample type must be Raw, Processed, or Environmental or one of the sample types you defined. 5. Click the Import button. When the Open window appears, navigate to the import file you want to import and double click the file name. Assay Type Assay Code Well Type Well Code Salmonella SAL Sample Sample E.
EN (English) Setup (Grid) Assay Type Pane Saving a run as a template 1. Create a run template by setting up a run structure using the Setup(Grid) or Setup(List) panes without setting up the details in the Well Details pane. When you later use the run template to set up a new run from a template, the structure of the new run is defined by the run template so you do not have to define the run structure. You only have to define the Samples, Kit Lots, Comments and Retest information.
EN (English) Save Template Dialog Load Template Dialog When a Run is created (loaded) based on a Template, all defined wells will be marked as incompletely defined. An example of a Run created from a Template is provided in Error! Reference source not found.. The user must complete the well definitions by providing the missing information (Kit Lot and Sample) before the Run can be saved or executed.
EN (English) Run Created From Template Viewing run results 1. You can use the Results-Grid view to monitor a run in progress. Results are displayed in real-time. 2. To view run results from previous runs, select File on the menu bar, and then select Open Runs. You can also click View Run Results icon on the Start page, or on the Sidebar to view the results of the last five completed runs. 3. If you cannot find the run your want do view, you can use Run filters to set the plate filter parameters.
EN (English) Well Type Well Result Symbol Result Interpretation Sample Positive The sample is presumptive positive for the target pathogen. Sample Negative The sample is negative for the target pathogen.
EN (English) 11. You can choose to select and display the graph for any or all of the wells. a. Right-click or Ctrl-click an individual well to select and display the graph for that well. The background color of the selected well changes from gray to light blue to indicate the well is selected, and the curve for the selected well appears on the graph. b. Right-click a selected well to de-select it and remove the graph for that well. c.
EN (English) 15. You can select the Results (List) to display the same data as the Results (Grid) but in a list form. The following fields are shown: • Well ID – The well ID that correlates to the well’s location on the 96-well grid. • Sample ID – The identifier of the sample used in this test. The Results (Grid) view shows this information by hovering the mouse over the well. • Assay Type – The type of assay used. The Results (Grid) view shows this information as a color-coded box around the well.
EN (English) Generating run reports Run Layout Report 1. Use this report to assist with assay set up. 2. Select the Setup (Grid) view to print or save the Run Layout, which shows the setup definitions for all wells in the run. 3. Click the print button � to open the print preview in the report viewer. 4. A loading indicator � appears while the 3M Molecular Detection Software generates the print preview for display on the screen. Refer to the Appendix for an example of this report. 5.
EN (English) 2. If you cannot find the run your want do delete, you can use Run filters to set the plate filter parameters. All of the filter parameters are optional. a. Select the All dates option to include runs created on any date, or select the Date range option to include runs created within a range of dates. If you select the Date range option, enter the start and end dates by entering them directly or selecting them though use of the calendar.
EN (English) Run Status All Completed Completed (successful) Completed (requires examination) Configured Abort Failed 5. 6. 7. 8.
EN (English) Generating Management Reports Generating a Search Results report 1. This report allows you to query the database for specific results from completed runs. 2. To generate a Search Results report, select Reports on the menu bar, and then select Search Results… You can also click Generate Reports next to the Generate Reports icon on the Start page, or your can click Generate Reports next to the Generate Reports icon on the Sidebar to generate a Search Results report. 3.
EN (English) Lot Number * Optional field. Line * Customer * Optional field. Optional field. All lot numbers included All lines included All plants included Text Text Text * These fields are customizable during software installation. This table shows the default field names and. If these fields were customized during installation both the field names and the field types in the Search Results window could be different. Hidden fields are not shown in the Search Results window. 1.
EN (English) Filter Parameter User Sample ID Description Default Type Description * Optional field Product * Brand * Lot Number * Optional field Optional field Optional field Line * Customer * Optional field Optional field All users included All sample IDs included All sample types included All descriptions included All products included All brands included All lot numbers included All lines included All plants included List Text Sample Type * User who did the test.
EN (English) Filter Parameter User Assay Type Description Default Type User who did the test. Target pathogen or assay type. All users included All assay types included List List 1. Click the [Generate] button after selecting and entering the filters you want to use. You can also click the [Cancel] button to return to the Start Page without generating a report. This query must scan a large amount of data, and it could return a large number of results.
EN (English) 1. Click the [Generate] button after selecting and entering the filters you want to use. You can also click the [Cancel] button to return to the Start Page without generating a report. This query must scan a large amount of data, and it could return a large number of results. Generating this report could take significant time and produce a large amount of information. 2. A loading indicator appears while the 3M Molecular Detection Software generates the print preview for display on the screen.
EN (English) Generating User Reports The Users report is only available to administrator level users. 1. To generate a Users report, which lists active users, select Reports on the menu bar, and then select Users… You can also click Generate Reports next to the Generate Reports icon on the Start page, or your can click Generate Reports next to the Generate Reports icon on the Sidebar to generate a users report. 2. When the Users report window appears, select the date range to include.
EN (English) Generating an Instrument Temperature Log report 1. To generate an Instrument Temperature Log report, which lists the instrument’s temperature at 5 second intervals during all runs, select Reports on the menu bar, and then select Instrument Temperature Log… You can also click Generate Reports next to the Generate Reports � icon on the Start page, or your can click Generate Reports next to the Generate Reports � icon on the Sidebar to generate an Instrument Temperature Details report. 2.
EN (English) Terms and Definitions The following terms and definitions are used throughout this document. CSV Comma Separated Values – a data file where datum is separated by a delimiter character, commonly a comma.
EN (English) Administrator Tasks Backing up the Database 1. Open Microsoft SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) and connect to the SQLMDS server. 2. In the Object Explorer pane, expand Databases.
EN (English) 3. Right-click Mds, select Tasks, and then select Back Up… 4. In the Destination section, highlight the back up location listed, and click the [Remove] button to clear the default destination.
EN (English) 5. To add a new back up destination, click the [Add…] button, and then click the […] button in the Select Backup Destination dialog. 6. Select your backup destination and enter a file name with the .bak extension. Use a unique name for each backup file to easily differentiate them. Click [OK], and then click [OK] again. Note: The default back up destination is in the Microsoft SQL program folder. For easier retrieval of the file, back up to a USB flash drive. (E:\ is the drive location in the
EN (English) 7. Confirm that the new back up destination is listed in the Destination section, and then click [OK] to start the process. 8. Progress is shown in the lower-left of screen. When the restoration is complete, a “successful” message appears. 9. Check your back up destination to confirm that the .bak file is present.
EN (English) Restoring the Database from a Backup Note: If the database version is older than the software version, restore the database following the instructions below and then reinstall the 3M Molecular Detection Software. Be sure to use the existing Mds database on installation. 1. Open Microsoft QL Server Management Studio and connect to the SQLMDS server. 2. In the Object Explorer, expand Databases. If an Mds database exists, back it up and then delete it.
EN (English) 3. In the To database: field, type “Mds”. 4. In the Source for restore section, select From device: and click the […] button. 5. Click the [Add] button, and then select the database backup (*.bak) from your storage location. Click [OK], and then [OK] again. Note: Navigating folders in this view can be difficult. If the database is located on your hard drive, copy it to the C:\ drive, or to a USB flash drive, before this step. (E:\ is the drive location in the screenshot below).
EN (English) 6. Check the Restore box and click [OK] to start the process. 7. Progress is shown in the lower-left of screen. When the restoration is complete, a “successful” message appears.
EN (English) 8. In the Object Explorer, expand Databases. The Mds database should be listed. Uninstalling the Software You can uninstall the 3M Molecular Detection Software by using any one of these three methods: All Programs menu, Uninstall.exe, or Control Panel. All Programs Menu Click Start on the Windows Desktop, and then select All Programs. Select 3M Select 3M Molecular Detection System Select Uninstall The Uninstall 3M Molecular Detection System Uninstall dialog appears.
EN (English) 9. The Uninstall 3M Molecular Detection System Uninstall dialog appears. You have the option to delete or to save the existing 3M Molecular Detection System database. The default is to save the database. To delete the database, click the Delete database checkbox. 10. Click the [Uninstall] button to uninstall the software or click the [Cancel] button to cancel the uninstall action.
EN (English) Starting a Self-Check 1. Power-cycle the 3M Molecular Detection Instrument, or right-click the instrument icon in the software status bar to display the context-sensitive menu. You can also double-click the instrument icon to open the instrument tab. 2. Select Start the Self-Check. 3. The instrument icon will change to white and the Instrument Status will change to Diagnose. You can view the Self‑Check progress bar in the instrument tab. 4.
EN (English) Firmware Installation Folder 5. If you are upgrading the firmware for the first time using this computer, you must minimize the UpgradeIt window at this time and install the supporting device drivers. 6. When the Found New Hardware Wizard appears, select Install from a list or specific location (Advanced). 7. Select Search for the best driver in these locations and check Include this location in the search 8. Browse to the Dfu\Drivers folder location in the Molecular Detection System folder de
EN (English) Windows XP Firmware Upgrade Driver Installation (2) Windows XP Firmware Upgrade Driver Installation (3) 70
EN (English) Windows XP Firmware Upgrade Driver Installation (4) 10. After the driver is installed, a reboot is required. 11. After the reboot, open the software, right-click the instrument icon, and select Upgrade firmware. 12. Enter “Yes” or “Y” in the command window as shown in below. The new firmware is downloaded to the instrument, and the instrument restarts and begins a Self-Check. 13.
EN (English) is restricted to Administrator users. You can start the upgrade by clicking Upgrade firmware in the instrument’s contextsensitive menu or the [Upgrade Firmware] button in the instrument tab. When you start the upgrade process, the instrument is logically disconnected from the system and the instrument icon will disappear from the status bar. 4. A black UpgradeIt command window opens. Firmware Installation Folder 5.
EN (English) Windows 7/Vista Firmware Upgrade Driver Installation (1) Windows 7/Vista Firmware Upgrade Driver Installation (2) 73
EN (English) Windows 7/Vista Firmware Upgrade Driver Installation (3) Windows 7/Vista Firmware Upgrade Driver Installation (4) 74
EN (English) Windows 7/Vista Firmware Upgrade Driver Installation (5) 12. After the driver is installed, enter “Yes” or “Y” in the command window as shown in below. The new firmware is downloaded to the instrument, and the instrument restarts and begins a Self-Check. 13. The instrument is recognized by the 3M Molecular Detection Software and the instrument icon appears in the status bar. Hovering over the instrument icon shows the new firmware revision number. 14.
EN (English) Cleaning and Decontaminating the Instrument WARNING: Follow established laboratory practices and wear appropriate Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) when handling the instrument or plates or when cleaning and decontaminating the instrument. WARNING: To reduce the risks associated with hazardous voltage, always turn the instrument off and disconnect from outlet before cleaning and decontaminating the instrument. Clean and decontaminate the instrument immediately if any spills occur.
EN (English) 8. Hold the 3M Speed Loader Tray under a stream of tap water from the faucet in a sink in the lab to rinse the 3M Speed Loader Tray. 9. Set the 3M Speed Loader Tray aside in a spot where it can air dry for at least one hour. 10. Remove the pluggable heater from the instrument and use a 1-5% (v:v in water) household bleach solution spray bottle to spray the pluggable heater with bleach. 11. Use a disposable towel to wipe the bleach off the pluggable heater. 12.
EN (English) 13. Use a dry disposable towel to wipe the pluggable heater until it’s dry. 14. Use a dry disposable towel to gently press down on each spring pin (1) on the pluggable heater. 15. Set aside the pluggable heater in a spot where it can air dry for at least one hour. 16. Use a disposable towel lightly dampened with 1-5% (v:v in water) household bleach solution to gently wipe the inner surfaces of the instrument. Wring out the disposable towel thoroughly so it is damp, but not dripping. 17.
EN (English) 3. Disconnect the power supply cord (1) from the AC power outlet (4), then disconnect the power supply (2) from the 3M Molecular Detection System power port (3). 4. Pack the 3M Molecular Detection instrument in the shipping container in which the loaner 3M Molecular Detection instrument arrived. 5. Close the shipping container to seal the 3M Molecular Detection System and its accessories inside the shipping container.
EN (English) Troubleshooting Troubleshooting the 3M Molecular Detection Instrument Problem Possible Cause Solution Instrument remains in Heat state (orange status light) Pluggable heater is not installed correctly Reinstall pluggable heater and power cycle the instrument Puggable heater was recently cleaned and not completely dry Allow heater to air dry longer Heater pogo pins are not straight Straighten pins Pin heads on the inner shell are dirty or corroded Clean pins Core Temp shows “NaN” S
EN (English) Problem Lid does not stay closed Status bar is off, but power light is on Instrument will not turn on Possible Cause Solution Debris in latch and/or inner shell Clean latch and/or inner shell Solenoid stuck in open position Power cycle the instrument. If failure persists, return instrument for repair. Instrument is in Standby mode Wake from Standby using software or power cycle the instrument LEDs are not functioning Start a Self-Check and monitor the status bar for color changes.
EN (English) Problem “An error occurred during application language initialization. Please check the database connection.
EN (English) Troubleshooting 3M Molecular Detection Software Operation Problem Possible Cause Solution The import file does not have the proper file extension or delimiter type. Set the file extension and delimiter type in the Import and Export Options to match the file you want to import The number of header lines in the import file does not match the setting in Import and Export Options Set the number of header lines in the Import and Export Options to match the file you want to import.
EN (English) Problem Possible Cause Solution A run failed due to Instrument Disconnection USB cable disconnected Check the instrument USB connection Power loss Check the instrument power A report is currently open in the report viewer. When the report viewer is open, the main software screen is not usable. Switch to the report using the icon in the Windows Task Bar. Close the report viewer and return to the main software screen.
EN (English) Example Reports The following shows examples of 3M Molecular Detection Software reports. Some examples are shortened to remove repetitive information. All pertinent data has been shown.
EN (English) Samples Report 86
EN (English) Assay Kits Report 87
EN (English) Completed Runs Report 88
EN (English) Users Report 89
EN (English) Instrument Self-Check Report 90
EN (English) Instrument Temperature Log 91
EN (English) Audit Log 92
EN (English) Run Layout 93
EN (English) Run Report (with graphs enabled) 94
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EN (English) Example Import/Export Files Sample Comma Separated Values (.CSV) File The following is content of a Comma Seperated Values (.CSV) file that can be used to import Sample definitions. Each line is a new Sample definition. The data in each line is ordered. Two consecutive delimiters with nothing between them indicate a blank field. The following list associates the position of Sample descriptor fields with their values as specified in the first definition. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
EN (English) Run Results Comma Separated Values (.CSV) File The following is an example of Run results exported to a Comma Separated Values (.CSV) file. The following list associates the position of descriptor fields with their values as specified in the first definition. Two consecutive delimiters with nothing between them indicate a blank field 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19.
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