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3. Getting Started
3.1 Unpacking
Open the MultiGene Gradient/non-Gradient thermal cycler package and confirm that all
items below are included:
If there are any items missing, damaged, or incorrect items, please contact your
distributor or sales representatives immediately.
Note: Please use 7A fuse in power source 100~120/50~60Hz countries, while 3.15A fuse
is for power source 200~220V/50~60Hz countries.
3.2 Initial Operation
Place the machine on a steady, flat table. Please keep the machine at least 30cm from the
wall or other machine. Connect the power cord to the power socket in the rear of the
machine. Check the power source is compatible with your machine’s fuse rating input.
Press Power On/Off Button to switch on the machine. The screen will show the software
version for 10 seconds and then enter User Folder screen. Pressing any key will go to
User Folder screen immediately.
3.3 Heated Lid
The Heated Lid heats the air in the upper part of the sample vessels at higher temperature
than the reaction mixture. This prevents condensation of the evaporated water vapor on
the vessel walls, keeping the concentration unchanged during the heating and cooling
cycles. The top also places pressure on the caps of tubes and film on titer plates to prevent
vapor loss and cross contamination of samples.
When using plates it is highly recommended using a Silicone Compression Mat (Labnet
TC96-CM-10) to assist in placing even pressure on the plates.
Note:
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If MultiGene is started cold, approximately two to three minutes will be required
MultiGene Gradient/non-Gradient
thermal cycler unit
Operation manual
Electric fuses (7A & 3.15A)
AC power cord
Warranty card
0.5/0.2 ml Labnet
tubes
