Thermo Scientific KingFisher Duo, User Manual

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Installation
Operational check
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First switch the instrument ON. The instrument performs initialization
tests and adjustments.
The display briefly shows the internal software version. This happens
when the initialization tests and adjustments have been completed.
It is recommended that you carry out a check run using a maintenance
protocol to verify proper instrument operation. Run the check protocol
(Check_12-tip or Check_6-tip) under the
Maintenance menu
according to the KingFisher Duo head and plastics you are using.
Ensure that the correct magnet head is attached. If the check is all right,
proceed with your own runs.
This section describes the installation setups of the interchangeable
KingFisher Duo heating blocks and magnet heads.
When necessary, the factory set 12-well heating blocks can be changed
to the 6-well heating blocks.
To change the heating blocks:
1. Take away the heating block by lifting it.
2. Insert the first new heating block by setting it and snapping it into
place (Figure 3–12).
Figure 3–12. Changing the heating block
3. Press the
ROTATE
button to get the other heating block in the front
and take away the heating block.
4. Insert the second new heating block by setting it and snapping it
into place.
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Operational
check
Fitting the
subassemblies of
the instrument into
place
Changing the heating
blocks