BD FACSymphony A3, User Manual

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User’s Guide 34
Starting the cytometer and computer
Introduction This topic describes how to start the cytometer and turn on the
computer.
Note: If your system is using the FFSS, make sure that the FFSS is
powered on before the cytometer.
Procedure To start the cytometer:
1. Turn on the power to the flow cytometer.
2. Allow 30 minutes for the optical system temperature to
stabilize.
3. Turn on the computer and log in to Windows.
Note: You can turn on the power to the flow cytometer and
the workstation in any order.
4. Start BD FACSDiva software by double-clicking the shortcut
on the desktop, and log in to the software.
5. Check the Cytometer window in BD FACSDiva software to
ensure that the cytometer is connected to the workstation.
The cytometer connects automatically. While connecting, the
message “Cytometer Connecting” is displayed in the status
Caution! Failure to warm up and stabilize the
instrument could affect sample data.