Biotek Synergy HTX, Operator'S Manual

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Chapter 2: Installation
4.
If you have not already done so, retract the microplate carrier and then turn off
and unplug the reader.
5.
Remove the lamp assembly and pack it in bubble wrap (see p. 12).
6.
Replace the microplate carrier shipping screw (see p. 11).
7.
Tip the reader onto its back feet. Attach the shipping panel to the bottom of the
reader using the four screws and washers (see p. 10).
8.
Wrap the plastic bag around the reader and shipping panel.
9.
Locate the original outer shipping box. Place four foam blocks in the four
bottom corners of the box. Place the inner shipping box inside the outer box
(see p. 8 and 9).
10.
Grasp the handles on the shipping panel and carefully lower the reader into the
inner shipping box.
11.
Slide the foam vertical supports into place around the reader. Place the
accessories box on top.
12.
Close and seal the inner box with tape.
13.
Place four foam corner blocks around the inner shipping box. Close and seal
the outer box with tape.
14.
Write the service authorization number in large, clear numbers on the outside
of the box. Ship the box to BioTek.
Perform these steps to prepare the
dispense module for shipment:
1.
If you have not already done so:
• Contact BioTek’s Technical Assistance Center for a service authorization
number and shipping address before returning equipment for service. See
page 6 for contact information.
• Decontaminate the module according to the instructions in
Chapter 5
.
•
Remove the two syringes (see step 3 on the previous page) and store them
in their original boxes.
• Detach the dispense module outlet tubes and communication cable from the
reader. Replace the two nylon screws into the Syringe 1 and 2 tubing ports
on the rear of the reader.
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Refer to the illustrations in 7: Unpack and Inspect the Dispense
Module starting on page 15 when performing these steps.
2.
Remove the two inlet tubes from the syringe valves and store them in their
plastic canisters.
3.
Remove the two outlet tubes from the syringe valves. Attach the clear plastic
fitting covers to the fittings of the outlet tubes. Place the tubes in a plastic bag.
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