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EVOS
®
FL and EVOS
®
FL Color User Guide
Operating Environment
•
Allow at least 5 cm (2 in) free space at the back of the instrument to allow for
proper ventilation and to prevent overheating of electronic components.
•
Operating temperature range: 4°–32°C (40°–90°F).
•
Relative humidity range: 30–90%.
•
For best image quality, avoid setting up the EVOS
®
FL Imaging System near
direct light sources. Place the light shield box on the stage over the sample
(Figure 5, below) to reduce the effects of ambient light and improve image
quality.
Figure 5
Light shield box on stage
IMPORTANT
! The EVOS
®
FL Imaging System should not be subjected to
UV sterilization. UV degrades many materials, including plastic. Damage
from UV exposure is not covered under the manufacturer’s warranty.
Desktop Setup
1.
Lift the EVOS
®
FL Imaging System as before (see page 13)
and place it on the
table.
2.
Tilt the LCD monitor upright.
3.
Remove the stage pin, connect the power cord, mouse and, if desired,
keyboard.
Hood Setup
Note:
The EVOS
®
FL Imaging System will fit in cell culture hoods that are
at least 20 ½ inches (520 mm) deep. If your cell culture hood is smaller, it
may be possible to turn the itsrument at a slight angle to fit.
1.
Lift the EVOS
®
FL Imaging System as before (see page 13)
and place it inside
the hood.
2.
Tilt the LCD monitor upright.
3.
Remove the stage pin, connect the power cord, mouse and, if desired,
keyboard.
