SCIEX P/ACE MDQ Plus Technical manual

P/ACE®MDQ Plus Capillary
Electrophoresis System
Site Planning Guide
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1 Introduction..............................................................................................................................................5
Customer Site Planner Responsibilities..............................................................................................................................5
FSE Responsibilities............................................................................................................................................................6
During Installation.......................................................................................................................................................6
Customer Familiarization.............................................................................................................................................6
Technical Support..............................................................................................................................................................6
2 Site Planning Checklist.............................................................................................................................7
Customer Information........................................................................................................................................................7
Requirements.....................................................................................................................................................................7
Site Layout...................................................................................................................................................................7
Electrical Requirements................................................................................................................................................8
Ventilation and Waste Collection Requirements..........................................................................................................8
Environmental Requirements.......................................................................................................................................9
Computer, Network, and Software Requirements........................................................................................................9
Solutions and Equipment Requirements......................................................................................................................9
Customer Preparation..................................................................................................................................................9
Customer Profile..............................................................................................................................................................10
Comments and Exceptions...............................................................................................................................................11
Signoff.............................................................................................................................................................................11
A Site Requirements.................................................................................................................................12
Site Layout Requirements................................................................................................................................................12
Laboratory Layout and Clearances.............................................................................................................................12
Weights and Dimensions...........................................................................................................................................13
Electrical Requirements....................................................................................................................................................14
Mains Supply Connections.........................................................................................................................................14
Mains Supply Fluctuations.........................................................................................................................................14
Protective Earth Conductor........................................................................................................................................14
System Electrical Specifications..................................................................................................................................14
Ventilation and Waste Collection Requirements..............................................................................................................15
Environmental Requirements...........................................................................................................................................15
BioSafety Requirements.............................................................................................................................................16
Computer, Software, and Network Requirements............................................................................................................16
Controller Requirements............................................................................................................................................16
Printer Requirements.................................................................................................................................................16
LAN Connection (Optional)........................................................................................................................................16
Customer-Supplied Solutions and Equipment..................................................................................................................16
Customer Preparation Requirements...............................................................................................................................17
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B Equipment Safety Categories...............................................................................................................18
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This guide is for the site planner, the individual responsible for preparing the facility for the installation of the
system.
Note: For safety and regulatory information, refer to the System Overview Guide.
Customer Site Planner Responsibilities
Complete the Site Planning Checklist on page 7 in consultation with facilities services personnel (electrical,
ventilation, and information technology [IT]), and return it to the SCIEX field service employee (FSE) before the
completion date. Refer to Signoff on page 11.
Note: The FSE will follow up if the checklist is not received prior to the scheduled installation date.
•Verify that adequate space and the required shipping or receiving facilities are available. Refer to Site Layout
Requirements on page 12.
•Provide all required electrical receptacles. Refer to Electrical Requirements on page 14.
•Verify that the requirements for ventilation and waste collection are met. Refer to Ventilation and Waste
Collection Requirements on page 8.
•Verify that the requirements for the operating environment are met. Refer to Environmental Requirements on
page 15.
•Verify that the requirements for the computer and network are met. Refer to Computer, Software, and Network
Requirements on page 16.
•Verify that all required solutions and laboratory supplies are available. Refer to Customer-Supplied Solutions
and Equipment on page 16.
•Verify that up to two operators have been identified for training. Refer to Customer Preparation Requirements
on page 17.
•When the shipment arrives, inspect the packaging exterior for damage. If there is any damage, then note any
issues on the delivery receipt and notify SCIEX immediately.
•Contact SCIEX Customer Service or the local FSE to schedule the installation.
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Introduction

FSE Responsibilities
Note: If the site preparation tasks are not complete when the SCIEX Field Service Employee (FSE) arrives, then
the scheduled installation will be postponed.
•Review the checklist and discuss outstanding issues with the site planner.
•Unpack and set up the CE equipment.
•Verify the performance of the system.
During Installation
WARNING! Lifting Hazard. Make sure that at least four people or a lifting device
are available to lift the CE system. Follow established safe lifting procedures. Refer
to the Site Planning Guide for the weights of system components.
The FSE unpacks the system (with the assistance of customer staff), sets up the system, and then confirms its
operation. When the system is installed, the FSE conducts an installation qualification.
Customer Familiarization
During installation, the FSE provides a system and software overview, reviews data, and provides some basic
operator familiarization.
Technical Support
SCIEX and its representatives maintain a staff of fully-trained service and technical specialists located throughout
the world. They can answer questions about the system or any technical issues that might arise. For more
information, visit the SCIEX website at sciex.com.
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Introduction

Customer Information
Contact name
Organization
Address
City
ZIP code/Postal code
State/Province/Region
Country
Telephone
E-mail address
Requirements
Site Layout
Refer to Site Layout Requirements on page 12.
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Site Planning Checklist

N/ACompleteRequirements
There is adequate lab space to accommodate the equipment.
Additional personnel or lifting equipment are available to help the FSE move the
equipment. Four people are recommended.
A moveable or fixed bench that meets the physical requirements (dimensions
and weight) of the system as listed in Weights and Dimensions on page 13. If
the bench is fixed, then there is 10.2 cm (4 inches) of clearance on all sides for
service access. Make sure that the bench can support the weight of the system.
Electrical Requirements
Refer to Electrical Requirements on page 14.
N/ACompleteRequirement
Installation of electrical supplies and fixtures complies with local regulations and
safety standards.
One branch circuit is provided for the CE components. Three AC mains supply
outlets are required.
Note: Do not use extension cords.
The mains supply voltage does not fluctuate more than ± 10% from the nominal
voltage.
The mains supply includes a correctly installed protective earth conductor.
A qualified electrician has determined the appropriate mains supply configuration
based on the system electrical specifications. Refer to System Electrical
Specifications on page 14.
Ventilation and Waste Collection Requirements
Refer to Ventilation and Waste Collection Requirements on page 15.
N/ACompleteRequirement
Ventilation of the laboratory environment in which the system will be used
complies with local regulations and the air exchange rate is appropriate for the
work performed.
Waste containers are available as required by local regulations.
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Site Planning Checklist

Environmental Requirements
Refer to Environmental Requirements on page 15.
CompleteRequirement
The altitude does not exceed 2000 m (6562 ft) above sea level.
Temperature and humidity requirements have been met.
BioSafety Requirements
Refer to BioSafety Requirements on page 16.
N/ACompleteRequirement
The site is not designated as BioSafety Level 3 (BSL-3) or BioSafety Level 4 (BSL-4).
Computer, Network, and Software Requirements
Refer to Computer, Software, and Network Requirements on page 16.
N/ACompleteRequirement
A table or bench is provided for the controller, located within 1 m (39 inches) of
the system.
(Optional) A network printer or a dedicated printer and necessary print drivers
are available.
(Optional) An active, tested LAN connection is available.
Solutions and Equipment Requirements
Refer to Customer-Supplied Solutions and Equipment on page 16.
N/ACompleteRequirement
All of the required solutions and bottles are available.
Customer Preparation
Refer to Customer Preparation Requirements on page 17.
N/ACompleteRequirement
Up to two customers have been identified for familiarization.
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Customer Profile
(Optional) To allow the FSE to provide site-specific familiarization, enter the following information.
Number of operators
Years of experience with capillary electrophoresis
Applications to be performed
If known, which detectors will be used?
UV
LIFPDA
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Site Planning Checklist