Installation qualification establishes that the instrument is received as designed and specified, that it is properly installed in the selected environment, and that this environment is suitable for the operation and use of the instrument. Before installation : • Obtain manufacturer’s recommendations for installation site requirements. • Check the site for the fulfillment of the manufacturer’s recommendations (utilities such as electricity, and environmental conditions such as humidity and temperature). • Allow sufficient shelf space for the equipment, SOPs, operating manuals and software. During installation : • Compare equipment, as received, with purchase order (including software, accessories, spare parts) • Check documentation for completeness (operating manuals, maintenance instructions, standard operating procedures for testing, safety and validation certificates) • Check equipment for any damage • Install hardware (computer, equipment, fittings and tubings for fluid connections...