Molecular Devices GenePix 4300A, User Manual

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GenePix Microarray Scanner User Guide
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7. Unplug the USB cable from the back of the scanner and the
control computer.
CAUTION! Do not tilt or stand the scanner on its end when moving it
within the lab, or transferring it from the bench to the shipping crate.
8. If the scanner is to be moved within the lab or returned to
Molecular Devices for service, pack the scanner in its original
shipping crate. Otherwise, have two people lift the scanner or
place it on a rolling cart to transport it to the new location.
9. For information on installing the scanner in a new location, see
Unpacking the scanner and positioning it on the bench on
page 17.
Installing Custom Filters
You can install twelve custom filters in the filter wheel. When choosing
filters, it is important to match the optical characteristics of the filter,
dye, and laser. The transmission band of the filter should be centered
as close as possible to the emission peak of the chosen dye, and must
be narrow enough to exclude light from the laser and other dyes, but
not so narrow that too many emission photons are excluded. Molecular
Devices recommends you use a reject filter of OD 8 to eliminate laser
excitation.
Required tools:
• Powder-free latex or nitrile gloves
• 5/32 inch Allen wrench
• Filter ring tool
Note: When powering up the scanner, the scanner is
automatically removed from park state.
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