1300-87072-1A, REV 0
Spex® SamplePrep
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2050 Genomax
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Automated Tissue and Cell Lyser for Biological Applications
Operations Manual
Page 1: ...1300 87072 1A REV 0 Spex SamplePrep Page 1 of 26 2050 Genomax Automated Tissue and Cell Lyser for Biological Applications Operations Manual...
Page 2: ...be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying and recording except as may be expressly permitted by the 1976 Copyright Act or in writing fro...
Page 3: ...5 2 3 Editing a User 11 5 2 4 Deleting a User 11 5 3 Control Panel 12 5 3 1 Starting a Programmed Run 12 5 3 2 Stopping or Pausing a Run 13 5 4 Changing Settings 13 5 5 Saved Protocols 14 5 5 1 Recall...
Page 4: ...eatures 22 8 2 1 Protocols in Admin Mode 22 8 3 Diagnostics 23 8 3 1 Refresh Data Button 23 8 3 2 View Log Button 23 8 3 3 Export Button 23 9 0 ERROR MESSAGES 24 9 1 Lid Error 24 9 2 Rate Error 24 10...
Page 5: ...nning time stroke rate number of cycles pause time and the RUN button pushed When the run is complete the lid is lifted and the vials or titer plates can be removed The isolation of nucleic acids from...
Page 6: ...e 3AG 15 amp 250 V slow blow fuse for 115 V 60 Hz model 3AG 10 amp 250 V slow blow fuse for 230 V 50 Hz model Power Cord Do not plug unit into GFCI outlet Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter 115 V 60 Hz...
Page 7: ...Follow a logical sequence of steps as you inspect the unit see figures 1 and 2 1 Inspect the electrical input module for any visible damage 2 Inspect the cabinet and lid for any visible damage 3 Ensu...
Page 8: ...ecessary to meet local electrical codes 4 2 Cabinet Set Up To open the cabinet grasp the red handle and raise the lid to its full upright position The gas spring will hold the lid in its open position...
Page 9: ...x Open the Genomax lid and place the clamp base on top of the shaft Using the lock washers and bolts secure the clamp base to the shaft with the Allen wrench Figure 3 IMPORTANT ONLY THE BOLTS AND LOCK...
Page 10: ...be found on the Control Panel positioned at the upper right of the screen Touching the Home Icon allows the user to return to the Home Screen 5 2 User List To access the User List screen touch the Use...
Page 11: ...r case the default is upper case Touch the Down arrow to switch to lower case or touch the Up arrow to revert to upper case Touching the SPACE key advances the cursor one space Touching the BACK key d...
Page 12: ...R top of screen counts down the time remaining for a run Figure 9 To change the settings of a selected field press the arrow buttons on the CONTROL PANEL screen The left arrow buttons decrease the num...
Page 13: ...ternatively pressing Stop will end the program 5 4 Changing Settings To change parameters run time pause time cycles and rate touch the arrow buttons on the CONTROL PANEL screen Touching the plus symb...
Page 14: ...swipe up or down on the touchscreen This brings up vacant protocol slots on the SAVED PROTOCOLS Screen A saved protocol retains the settings for number of cycles run time pause time between cycles an...
Page 15: ...h the protocol name to highlight the name on the Saved Protocols screen Figure 11 Then touch the Delete button A pop up window opens confirming to delete this protocol Touch YES to delete or touch NO...
Page 16: ...vertical threaded rod through the cutout channel and the upright at the back of the clamp 3 Turn the locking nut clockwise until finger tight Check to see whether the vials can be moved from side to s...
Page 17: ...clamp The titer plates fit snug in the clamp recess 2 Titer plates can also be stacked in the clamp to increase throughput A maximum of 6 deep well plates can be run in the 2052 clamp stacked three h...
Page 18: ...lockwise to the ON position 8 Then use the clamp tightening tool 2052R to further tighten the locking nut 9 Close the Genomax lid and run the unit NOTE Never run the Genomax without the 2051 Clamp or...
Page 19: ...lb 0 9 kg the maximum recommended operating rate is 1500 rpm Sample loads less than 2 lb can be run at rates up to the maximum of 1750 rpm Dynamic loads greater than 2 lb can create a rate error When...
Page 20: ...a matter of choice which can vary with the brand of titer plate and the necessity of sealing a fluid in each well Some manufacturers of titer plates make sealing systems many technicians have also de...
Page 21: ...fect the safety protection provided by the unit For example do not use glass vials in the Genomax Impact of the grinding media may cause the vials to break resulting in broken glass and spilled sample...
Page 22: ...active 8 2 Administrative Lockout Features The Administrative Lockout feature passcode protected restricts user access to specific protocols or ability to modify a protocol From the Home Screen touch...
Page 23: ...allows the user to view the diagnostic data for the unit A pop up window opens listing the date time rate and voltage data To close window touch the View Log button a second time 8 3 3 Export Button T...
Page 24: ...he red STOP button to discontinue operation Call our service technician at 732 623 0465 for assistance 10 0 MAINTENANCE This unit has been designed to provide trouble free operation over a long period...
Page 25: ...0 WARRANTY Spex SamplePrep guarantees its products against defects in materials or workmanship for one 1 year from the date of original shipment Repairs replacements or parts are guaranteed for 30 day...
Page 26: ...ansportation is the responsibility of the customer Credit for returned merchandise will be issued only after goods have been received and inspected Returned goods are subject to a 25 restocking charge...
