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Thermal Cycler Temperature Verification System For GeneAmp
®
PCR Systems 2720, 9600, 9700, 9800,
and Veriti
®
System User Guide
A
Recalibration
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This appendix describes how to order a recalibration service for your Temperature
Verification System.
Obtaining recalibration
Introduction
Applied Biosystems recommends that the Model 4500 digital thermometer and
Probe Assembly be recalibrated on an annual basis.
To have your thermometer and probe recalibrated:
1. Decontaminate the probe assembly (see below).
2. Send the equipment to the manufacturer (see below).
Decontaminating
the probe
assembly
Gently wipe the probe cone with a cotton swab that has been moistened with bleach
solution (20% bleach, 80% water).
IMPORTANT!
Do not submerge the probe in bleach solution. Do not disassemble the
probe assembly.
CHEMICAL HAZARD. Sodium hypochlorite (bleach)
is a
liquid disinfectant that can be corrosive to the skin and can cause skin
depigmentation. Read the MSDS, and follow the handling instructions. Wear
appropriate protective eyewear, clothing, and gloves.
Sending
equipment to
Alpha Technics
1. Inform Alpha Technics of the recalibration order by visiting the Alpha Technics
web site at
http://www.alphatechnicsonline.com
and following the online
instructions.
Ship the Temperature Verification kits to:
Alpha Technics
17151 Gillette Avenue
Irvine, CA. 92614-5602
2. Ensure that the probe assembly is decontaminated.
3. Pack the Model 4500 digital thermometer and probe assembly in the black case.