Chapter 3
System description
Explanations re Fig. 3.2-1:
Pipetting area:
a) 1st pipetting (also called left pipetting position)
b) Pipetting for 2-step assays (also called right pipetting or mixing
step)
Tube connections:
(1) Wash / system liquid
[System Liquid]
(pipetting system)
(2) Wash / system liquid
[Washing Solution]
(Washer)
(3) Waste 1
(4) Waste 2
Electrical / electronic connections:
1. Serial interface
2. Power connection
3. Power switch
（
main
）
4. Power switch
（
deputy
）
In the operating condition, the components are secured by covers
and only the reaction module loader, the sample and reagent stations
as well as the pipetting units are visible. A sheet of Plexiglas at the
front of the analyzer provides protection against injury and prevents
manual intervention during the automatic process.
Before shutting down the system for long periods
If the system is to be shut down for a lengthy period, refer to chapter
4 for detailed instructions.
After the system has been shut down for a lengthy period
In order to ensure that the analyzer will operate error-free, we
recommend that you switch the system on 1 hour before the first
measurement to allow the photomultiplier (measuring chamber) to
stabilize, and enable all temperature-controlled areas to operate
uniformly.
Before starting up the analyzer, see chapter 4 for detailed
instructions.
Operating instructions
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