XFp Extracellular Flux Analyzer User Manual
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Running an XFp Assay
1.
Load the Cartridge and Utility Plate onto the
tray when prompted. Ensure the cartridge fits
properly on the Utility Plate, the lid is removed
from the cartridge, and the direction of the
cartridge matches the image on the screen.
2.
The XFp Analyzer will perform
Calibration
of the sensor cartridge, which takes approximately 20
minutes.
Note
: Although the sensor calibration may appear to be complete after 15 minutes, the
instrument will be busy for a few more minutes. Wait for the user prompt to appear.
3.
Following calibration, the XFp Analyzer tray will open and present the utility plate. Remove the
Utility Plate and load the Cell Plate. Ensure the lid is removed from the Cell Plate prior to loading
onto the XFp Analyzer tray.
4.
Once the Cell Plate is loaded, touch
Continue
to begin the equilibration step. Viewing the
progress bar in the upper-left area of the screen can check progress of equilibration.
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