MOLECULAR DEVICES > CLONEPIX 2
ROBOT MANUAL
Molecular Devices > 17 of 39
Safety Features
Door:
The machine will not run with the front door open. If the door is open an electromagnetic
switch prevents the machine from running. This switch should never be tampered with, as it
serves two purposes:
It prevents the motors from running and therefore the potential of any physical damage.
It disables the UV light therefore preventing the risk of damage from UV radiation.
The door is made from acrylic, and so prevents UV light from passing through during
operation.
UV Light:
ClonePix 2 is fitted with a UV germicidal lamp with timer. This is a 30W linear discharge lamp
with a sharply defined output at 253.7nm making the lamp an efficient source of germicidal
radiation.
Emergency STOP Button:
The location of the Emergency Stop button is shown in Figure 7 (Page 15). Striking the
Emergency Stop button will
immediately
stop the machine and cut power from the drives.
The button must be pulled out before the machine can be restarted.
Note:
If the PC is powered from the robot, power to the PC will also be cut and current data
will be lost.
Drive Safety
Be aware that the motors use high-powered magnets.
The linear drive units and encoders are delicate so great care should be taken with them.
The Pre-Power-Up checklist should be followed before every routine in order to prevent serious
damage to the robot or any of its constituent parts.
Power is removed from the drives when the doors are open.
Hot Air/Halogen Dryer
ClonePix
2 is fitted with an ultra-high temperature halogen dryer. The casing may become hot
during the drying cycle.
