6
Test run
Turn on the instrument using the switch on the back of the unit. The display should light up and you should see
the first screen with information about different functions:
Check that the silicone plug is inserted in the tank between the black pumps. Make sure that the waste tubing is
going down and is not bent (Remember there is no pump in BlotCycler the solution moves under gravity).
It is
important for solution removal that the waste tubing is not bent allowing the solutions to drain properly,
also the outlet of the tubing should not be immersed in the waste solution.
Left side cleaning:
Fill water 3-4 cm above minimal level (about 2 L); make sure water is not leaking.
Press
button and then press
button, select left side. Now you started the cleaning cycle
on the left side. Make sure that solution is going into the trays and out of the trays. You may stop the cleaning
cycle at any time as soon you verified that everything on the left side is working.
Right Side cleaning:
Repeat the same procedure for the right side, adding more solution if needed.
Press
button and
select right side. The cleaning of the right side should start. The solution should be coming out from all three
tubes in each tray.
Now the instrument is ready for use. Read the following instructions to program and start using the BlotCycler.