Deep Well Plates Instruction For Use (IFU)
Deep Well Plates – Instructions for Use (IFU)
This document lists some important instructions for use for Hamilton Deep Well Plates.
You can download the Instructions for Use (IFU) in multiple languages above. Additional languages are available upon request.
Intended Use
The Deep Well Plates are consumables intended for use in an in vitro diagnostic environment to handle large quantities of backup samples, for biological and chemical tests using Hamilton automated liquid handling instruments.
Transport and Storage
The Deep Well Plates are packaged in a sealed film and packed in a cardboard box. They are therefore protected against moisture and transport damage.
• Transport: The product must be transported at temperatures between -15 °C (+5 °F) and +55 °C (+131 °F) up to a maximum of 90 days. This is indicated on the secondary label (cardboard box).
• Storage: The product must be stored at temperatures between 0 °C (+32 °F) to +35 °C (+95 °F) until expiration.
• Short-term temperature peaks: Up to +55 °C (+131 °F) for a maximum of 90 days and storage up to +45 °C (+113 °F) for up to one year at any point during the product shelf-life period are validated and do not affect product integrity.
• Relative Humidity: Not required.
Purity Grade
The Deep Well Plates are produced in a Cleanroom (ISO Class 8) and are free of Pyrogens, RNAse, DNAse, PCR Inhibitors, Human DNA, and ATP.
With the packaging format described on the left, it is ensured that the Hamilton Deep Well Plates maintain their Purity Grade status during both transport and storage.
Sterility
Hamilton Deep Well Plates are not available as a sterilized product.
Shelf Life
Hamilton Deep Well Plates have a shelf life of 5 years after the date of production. The shelf life is indicated on the product packaging label. After removal of the sealed film, the shelf life remains unchanged, but the purity of the product can no longer be guaranteed.
It is recommended to perform a visual inspection for damage to packaging prior to use and to remove the sealed film just before use.
Disposal
Disposal
The Deep Well Plates are intended for single use.
Legal Aspects
Hamilton Bonaduz AG is the Legal Manufacturer of the Hamilton Deep Well Plates, all rights reserved.
This Instructions for Use (IFU) document may not be used or reproduced in any way whatsoever without the express written consent of Hamilton Bonaduz AG.
Barcode Definition on the Deep Well Plate Label
The maximum well capacity is provided on the box label. The correct plate type must be used.
Legal Aspects
Hamilton Company and Hamilton Bonaduz AG are the legal manufacturers of the Hamilton Deep Well Plates; all rights reserved.
This Instructions for Use (IFU) document may not be used or reproduced in any way whatsoever without the express written consent of Hamilton Company or Hamilton Bonaduz AG.
Note
Any serious incident or near-incident that has occurred in relation to the consumables shall be reported to Hamilton and to
the competent authority of the Member State in which the operator is established. Contacting Hamilton either by contacting a local Hamilton representative or by utilizing Hamilton’s webpage, which can befound on the footer of this document.
If you have questions about our other consumable products, such as CO-RE II tips, plates, tubes, and sealing consumables, and waste consumables, please visit our website here:
www.hamiltoncompany.com/consumables-labware-accessories.
