Qiagen QIAsymphony SP, Operating Manual

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QIAsymphony SP/AS Consolidated Operating Guide 12/2017 63
8. If you need to load more elution racks in the “Eluate” drawer, repeat the loading procedure
as previously described in this section before proceeding to the next step.
9. Close the “Eluate” drawer and press OK .
The QIAsymphony SP performs an inventory scan of the “Eluate” drawer. Sample processing
pauses and the robotic arm moves to the “Eluate” drawer to check that selected elution slots
contain an elution rack.
Important
It is not possible to proceed to the next screen until the inventory scan is
complete.
8.3.3 Transfer module
Within the integrated mode, elution racks can be automatically transferred from the
QIAsymphony SP via the transfer module to slot 2 of the “Eluate and Reagents” drawer of the
QIAsymphony AS instrument.
The transfer frame consists of a base frame and a handle. If you intend to use automatic transfer
of an elution rack to the QIAsymphony AS via the transfer module, ensure that the transfer frame
is installed before placing the relevant adapter onto slot 1 of the “Eluate” drawer.
To install the transfer frame, follow the steps below.
1. Place the transfer frame onto slot 1, so that the 4 pins under the base frame fit into the screw
holes of slot 1. The handle should face toward the back left corner of slot 1.
Transfer frame placed onto slot 1 of the “Eluate” drawer.
2. Place the appropriate adapter and elution rack on top of the transfer frame.