Operating Manual
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Introduction
The Genoseal heat sealer has been designed to seal most types of microplates. Our product utilizes various
heat seal films and foils to give either permanent or peelable seals for all common microplate material types
(polypropylene, polystyrene, polyethylene). Seal times and seal temperatures are fully adjustable on the product
via the control screen. The Genoseal has dual voltage capability, operating on both 110 and 230 VAC supplies
without the need for a power transformer.
Unpacking/Packing the Genoseal
When unpacking your Genoseal, visually inspect the unit for any damage which may have occurred during
shipping. Do not use the unit if there is any damage. Check that all components are present. Refer to the
packing list.
The unit is supplied in a re-usable crate and a transit bracket (if applicable) that must be retained in case the
unit requires servicing. The Genoseal is a precision instrument and requires the proper packaging for shipping.
Inadequate packaging can lead to damage. Ensure that all packing foam and ties are removed prior to powering
on the unit.
Use appropriate PPE and necessary tools available in the facility to remove the unit from the crate properly.
Pack in the same way the unit was originally shipped, with correct foam and crate. If any damage was caused or
the original crate that the Genoseal came in is lost, please contact support.
Principle of Operation
The unsealed plate is placed on the shuttle which extends from the front
of the sealer, allowing full access for the user to the system. The drawer
unit is manually pushed into the unit. The plate sealing operation will vary
based on user settings and set sealing time. (See user inface section for
operation.) The drawer and the plate returns to its original start position
once the sealing process is complete.
The sealer operates as a stand-alone, manual unit. Each sheet of sealing
film is sufficient for sealing one plate to cover the entire plate surface with
a fixed length of 125 mm, allowing peelable or automation compatible
applications. See Figure 1.
The sealing films are either aluminum or clear laminates and are able to produce permanent, pierceable or
peelable seals with polypropylene, polystyrene, polythene or COC plates.
To keep the size and weight to a minimum, the unit is fully electronic and all parameters, such as temperature
and time, are fully adjustable to ensure a perfect, even seal with different plates and film formats.
User safety has been carefully considered during the design process to eliminate risk of contact with hot
surfaces or the internal mechanism during operation.
Figure 1. 384-Well Sealed Plate
