3. Installation
3. Installation
3.1 Unpacking
&
Inspection
The delivered packaging includes the following:
•
Instrument with absorbance, excitation and emission filter slides
•
Operating manual and
XF
LUOR
manual
•
Fluorescence Microplate Assays catalog
•
Fluorescence Probes and Research Chemicals handbook
•
Software (disk, CD)
•
Cables (interface and mains)
•
Transport lock
•
Spare fuses
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2 mm Allen key
•
Cover plate for use with luminescence measurements
•
Adapter plate for use with cuvettes
Note
Due to its specifications, the GENios FL instrument does not come
delivered with absorbance filter slides, cover plate used for
luminescence measurements or adapter plate for use with cuvettes.
Visually inspect the container for damage before it is opened.
Report any damage immediately.
Select a location to place the instrument that is flat, level, vibration free, away
from direct sunlight and free from dust, solvents and acid vapors. Allow at least
10cm distance between the back of the instrument and the wall or any other
equipment. Ensure that the main switch and the mains cable can be reached at
all times and are in no way obstructed.
Place the carton in an upright position and open it.
Lift the instrument out of the carton and place it in the selected location. Take
care when lifting the instrument and ensure that it is held on both sides.
Visually inspect the instrument for loose, bent or broken parts.
Report any damage immediately.
Compare the serial number on the rear panel of the instrument with the serial
number on the packing slip.
Report any discrepancy immediately.
Check the instrument accessories against the packing list.
Save packing materials and transport lock for further transportation purposes.
Define and insert the filters
June 2002
Operating Manual for GENios, GENios FL, and GENios
Plus
No: I 112 904 Rev No: 1.1
3-1