DNA Engine Tetrad 2 Thermal Cycler Operations Manual
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Meet the DNA Engine Tetrad
®
2 Cycler
Thank you for purchasing an DNA Engine Tetrad 2 cycler. Designed by a team of
molecular biologists and engineers, the DNA Engine Tetrad 2 cycler delivers multi-
block thermal cycling with superior thermal performance. The programmable
DNA Engine Tetrad 2 cycler with its 4-bay chassis is ideal for running multiple proto-
cols and accommodating multiple users.
The DNA Engine Tetrad 2 cycler offers the following features:
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Interchangeable sample blocks—the Alpha
™
unit family—accommodate a
variety of tubes, microplates, and slides
•
Hot Bonnet
®
heated lid for oil-free cycling or the Moto Alpha
™
unit for auto-
mated systems
•
Intuitive DNA Engine Tetrad 2 system software with user-friendly interface for
programming, editing, file management and much more
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Choice of calculated temperature control for highest speed and accuracy, or
of block or temperature control for compatibility with protocols designed for
a variety of instrument types
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Instant Incubate feature for continuous-temperature incubations
Using This Manual
This manual contains instructions for operating your DNA Engine Tetrad 2 cycler
safely and productively:
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Chapter 2 acquaints you with the
physical characteristics
of the
DNA Engine Tetrad 2 cycler.
•
Chapters 3–4 present the basics of
installation and operation
for the
DNA Engine Tetrad 2 cycler.
•
Chapters 5, 6 and 7 describe the
creation, editing, and running of programs
.
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Chapter 8 outlines the software
utilities
.
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Chapter 9 explains the proper
maintenance
of the DNA Engine Tetrad 2
cycler.
•
Chapter 10 offers
troubleshooting
information for the DNA Engine Tetrad 2
cycler.
