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35 Chapter 2: Unpacking and installing the workstation
BenchCel Microplate Handling Workstation R-Series User Guide
Integrating the devices
About this topic
After you unpack the system components, you can arrange the
BenchCel and external devices on the benchtop in preparation for
integration. The layout and integration procedures can vary, depending
on the combination of devices you are integrating and the desired
configuration. Simple configurations might include one external device
and the installation and alignment of basic integrations plates under the
devices. Complex configurations might include several devices and
require custom tables, custom integration plates, plate stage
modifications, and so on.
This topic provides basic integration concepts: how integration plates
are used and how to adjust device positions. Always contact Velocity11
Technical Support when you want to integrate a new device. For the list
of compatible devices, see “Integration options” on page 14.
Before you start Make sure you have the following:
❑
The external devices you want to integrate
❑
Two integration plates for the BenchCel device
❑
Integration plate for each external device
❑
4-mm hex wrench
❑
3-mm hex wrench
Installing the
BenchCel device
integration plate
The BenchCel device integration plates have locking mechanisms that
keep the BenchCel device and any external device in position during a
run. The integration plates must be installed under the BenchCel device.
To install the BenchCel device integration plate:
1. Position the integration plates on the benchtop.
2. If risers are required in the integration, install the risers on the
integration plates.
3. Place the BenchCel device on the integration plates or risers.
4. Tighten the screws to secure the device on the integration plates.
Installing the
external device
integration plate You can integrate an external device on the left or right side of the
BenchCel device. For each external device, you must install the
integration plate that is specific to that device.
To install the external device and integration plate:
1. Depending on whether you are integrating a device to the left or
right of the BenchCel device, loosen the left or right clamp screw
using the 3-mm hex wrench. As you loosen the screw, the left or right
clamp opens.