Molecular Devices MultiWash+, User Manual

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Chapter 7: Defining a Microplate Type
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Define the Dispense Position
The dispense position defines the horizontal position of the microplate below the manifold
needles.
For washing, the dispense needle is placed above the microplate well. The aspiration needle
aspirates overflow to prevent spillage into adjacent wells.
Figure 7-38: Dispense position
You can define the dispense position by editing the offset value, or by using the "teach-in"
method.
Figure 7-39: The Dispense Position prompt
Button Action
On the left
Press this button to end the process and return to Define Plate without saving any
changes. See Defining a Microplate Type on page 77 .
On the right
Press this button to move the microplate to the currently saved dispense position
and switch to "teach-in" mode. See
Teach-In the Dispense Position on page 108 .
Press this button to increase the offset value by 0.1 mm to a maximum of 5.0 mm.
Press this button to decrease the offset value by 0.1 mm to a minimum of –5.0 mm.
Press this button to accept the displayed offset value and then define the dispense
height for a
Bottom wash. See Define the Bottom Dispense Height on page 109 .
Table 7-29: Actions of Control Panel Buttons