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Gentier Real-Time PCR System
Prohibit:
do not spray the detergent directly on the instrument, as malfunctions of the
electronics or may occur.
Caution:
please do not use organic or strong detergent to clean the instrument shell, which
may ruin the surface coating.
1.2 Clean Touch Screen
1
st
step:
Switch offthe instrument and unplug the power cord;
2
nd
step:
Gently wipe the touch screen with a piece of dry, soft cloth to remove dust, oil or
fingerprints.
3
rd
step:
If the touch screen is still not clean, use a piece of damp, soft cloth that moistened with
low concentration isopropanol or ethanol to clean the touch screen in a gentle motion.
Prohibit:
do not spray the detergent directly on the touch screen, as malfunctions ofthe
electronics or may occur.
Caution:
do not use abrasive detergent or rough material, as they may scratch the touch
screen.
1.3 Clean Loading Platform and Sample Block
1
st
step:
Switch offthe instrument and unplug the power cord;
2
nd
step:
Open the loading platform and clean its surface with a piece of damp, soft cloth, and if
needed, please rinse the cloth with mild commercial detergent.
3
rd
step:
Clean the sample block wells with the degreased cotton swab moistened with ethanol
to ensure the firm contact and good thermal conductivity between the consumables
and the wall of block well.
Prohibit:
do not spray the detergent directly on the sample block, as malfunctions ofthe
electronics or may occur.
Caution:
do not close the hot lid before the sample block is completely dry.
