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Opening Diagnostics
G5581A Microplate Labeler Quick Guide
5
Turn on the computer and the monitor, and wait for the Microsoft Windows
operating system to start.
6
On the connection panel, press the power switch (
4
) to the on ( | ) position.
WARNING
The device components can move when you turn on the power and the air. Keep
fingers, hair, clothing, and jewelry away from the Microplate Labeler while it is in
motion. Never touch any of the moving parts or attempt to move labware while the
Microplate Labeler is in operation. The device could pinch, pierce, or bruise you.
IMPORTANT
Ensure that the power switch on the printer remains in the on (|) position.
7
Start the automation control software, for example, start the VWorks software.
8
Initialize the device. See “Initializing the device” on page 19 .
Shutting down the device
Shut down the Microplate Labeler before you install a barcode reader, perform
maintenance, clean, or move the Microplate Labeler
To shut down the Microplate Labeler:
1
Exit the automation control software.
2
Shut down the computer and turn off the monitor.
3
On the Microplate Labeler connector panel, press the power switch to the off (o)
position.
4
Turn off the air supply.
Opening Diagnostics
You use Microplate Labeler Diagnostics to set up and troubleshoot the device. This
topic describes how to open Microplate Labeler Diagnostics from the VWorks
software.
Opening Diagnostics from the VWorks software
To open Microplate Labeler Diagnostics from the VWorks software:
1
In the VWorks software window, ensure the correct device file is open.
To open a device file, choose
File > Open , and then select the appropriate device file
(*.dev) in the Open dialog box.
2
In the Devices area of the opened device file tab, highlight the device icon, and then
click Device diagnostics .
The Microplate Labeler Diagnostics window opens.