Molecular Devices FLIPR Tetra, User Manual

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FLIPR
®
Tetra High Throughput Cellular Screening System User Guide
0112-0109 H 145
To remove the existing plate hold-down:
1. Clear the system of plate or tips that may interfere with the
position from which you are removing the plate hold-down
device.
2. Use a Phillips #2 or #3 screwdriver to loosen and remove the
screws from the center of the devices.
3. Remove the plate hold-down device.
To install or reposition the plate hold-down:
1. Place the device in its proper orientation so that the numbers
appear upright when viewed looking through the main user
access door.
2. Insert one of the flat head screws that was originally securing
the device or one included in the accessory kit through the hole
in the device and into the screw threads on the left side of the
plate-retaining pockets. Tighten the screw firmly. The device is
self locating therefore no additional alignment will be necessary.
3. If plates or tip blocks with different flange heights are to be used
in the same position, use the device specified for the largest
flange thickness.
4. Test the plates or tip blocks to be used by inserting them into
the plate pockets at the location in which they will be used.
5. Observe that when the plate is released it is pushed to the left
under the retaining device. It should come to rest against the
edge locating surfaces on the left and nearest the door.
6. Pull up on the plate gently. A definite retaining force should be
felt. It should be noted that a sideways movement during lifting
can cause the plate to slide out from under the retaining device
and be lifted upward without retention. This does not happen