Qiagen QIAsymphony SP, Operating Manual

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QIAsymphony SP/AS Consolidated Operating Guide 12/2017 73
Important
Make sure that the Accessory Trough is properly seated in the tip rack slot
otherwise an error may occur during the inventory scan.
8.4.5 Unloading reagents and consumables
Reagent cartridges
To remove a reagent cartridge from the “Reagents and Consumables” drawer, follow the steps
below.
1. Open the drawer.
2. Pull the reagent cartridge to the left and slide it out of the slot.
To avoid evaporation of reagents, we strongly recommend resealing the troughs of the
reagent cartridge immediately after use. Reseal the troughs using Reuse Seal Strips provided
in QIAsymphony Kits. Replace screw-caps on the tubes in the enzyme rack.
For storage, remove the reagent cartridge from the reagent cartridge holder and store according
to the instructions in the kit handbook. The reagent cartridge holder can then be used in
combination with other kits. Store the enzyme rack according to the instructions in the kit
handbook.
If the reagent cartridge is empty, remove it from the reagent cartridge holder and discard it
according to your local safety regulations.
Tip racks
Tip racks can be left in the “Reagents and Consumables” drawer. Tip racks only need to be
removed in the following situations:

The tip racks are empty.

Maintenance will be performed (e.g., decontamination using the UV lamp).

The instrument will not be used for a long period of time.
To remove a tip rack from the QIAsymphony SP, follow the steps below.
1. Hold the tip rack between two fingers by the recessed grips.
2. Gently squeeze the tip rack together.
3. Remove the tip rack.
4. If you need to remove the tip racks prior to performing maintenance procedures, the tip racks
can be replaced after maintenance has been performed.