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Thermal Cycler Temperature Verification System For GeneAmp
®
PCR Systems 2720, 9600, 9700, 9800,
and Veriti
®
System User Guide
Preface
How to use this guide
Text conventions
This guide uses the following conventions:
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Bold
text indicates user action. For example:
Type
0
, then press
Enter
for each of the remaining fields.
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Italic
text indicates new or important words and is also used for emphasis.
For example:
Before analyzing,
always
prepare fresh matrix.
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A right arrow symbol (
) separates successive commands you select from a
drop-down or shortcut menu. For example:
Select
File
Open
Spot Set
.
User attention
words
Two user attention words appear in Applied Biosystems user documentation. Each
word implies a particular level of observation or action as described below:
Note:
– Provides information that may be of interest or help but is not critical to the
use of the product.
IMPORTANT!
– Provides information that is necessary for proper instrument
operation, accurate chemistry kit use, or safe use of a chemical.
How to obtain support
For the latest services and support information for all locations, go to:
At the Applied Biosystems web site, you can:
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Access worldwide telephone and fax numbers to contact Applied Biosystems
Technical Support and Sales facilities.
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Search through frequently asked questions (FAQs).
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Submit a question directly to Technical Support.
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Order Applied Biosystems user documents, MSDSs, certificates of analysis,
and other related documents.
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Download PDF documents.
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Obtain information about customer training.
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Download software updates and patches.
For recalibration, please contact Alpha Technics (Formerly Alpha Sensors, Inc.,
Eutechnics Division) at:
Calibration standards are traceable to NIST (U. S. National Institute of Standards and
Technology).
