EZ1 Advanced XL User Manual 11/2017
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General Description
The EZ1 Advanced XL performs fully automated nucleic acid purification from up to 14 samples
using magnetic particles. The automated steps include:
Reading reagent and sample information with a handheld bar code scanner connected to the
EZ1 Advanced XL
Lysis of samples
Binding of nucleic acids to magnetic particles
Washing and elution of nucleic acids
Generating a report file that either will be transmitted to a PC or printed on an external printer
after the protocol run is finished
Using UV radiation for decontamination
The user inserts an EZ1 Advanced XL Card containing protocol(s) into the EZ1 Advanced XL. After
starting worktable setup using the control panel and bar code reader, the user loads samples,
reagent cartridges, filter-tips in tip holders and elution tubes onto the EZ1 Advanced XL worktable.
The user then closes the EZ1 Advanced XL door and starts the protocol. The door locks automatically
at the start of the protocol. The protocol provides the necessary instructions for the EZ1 Advanced
XL to carry out automated nucleic acid purification.
The aspiration and dispensing of samples and reagents and the separation of magnetic particles
are performed by the 14-channel pipettor head. The temperature of samples is regulated by a
heating system.
