Teledyne Foxy R1, Instruction Manual

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Foxy
®
R1 and Foxy
®
R2 Fraction Collectors
Section 2 Preparation for Use
2-10
CAUTION
Visually inspect the drain tubing monthly to ensure that it is not
obstructed. The tubing should be free of any damage, kinks,
deterioration, or obstructions.
2.3 Rack Installation
The fraction collectors hold either one or two racks. Racks ensure
that the collection vessels are positioned correctly under the drop
former. Racks are also a convenient way to prepare the fraction
collector for operation, as well as carrying or storing collected
fluids after operation.
Note
To prevent spills, always insert the correct vessels in the rack
and verify that the rack is aligned on the guide pins.
Note
The Foxy R2 fraction collectors will detect the installed rack
using RFID technology, and configure the operation settings
for the detected rack and tube size.
To install a rack:
1. Select the rack and insert the collection tubes.
Note
Collection tube height must not exceed 150 mm for use with
the Foxy R1 fraction collector. Tube height must not exceed
180 mm for use with the Foxy R2 fraction collector.
2. Ensure that the tops of the collection tubes are even. Tubes
that do not drop fully into the rack might obstruct arm
movement.
3. Grasp the rack so that tube 1 is positioned at the front left
corner.
4. Align the holes on the left side of the rack with the corre-
sponding guide pins (Figure 2-12) in the drip tray and gen-
tly press downward. When correctly installed, both sides of
the rack will sit on the ridges in the drip tray. The test tube
numbers on the rack will appear upright when viewed
from the front of the fraction collector.