3.
Load the TaqMan
™
Array Card into the instrument.
CAUTION!
The instrument should be used by trained operators who have been warned of the
moving parts hazard.
4.
Tap
Start
.
5.
When the run is complete and the screen displays
Complete
, tap
View results
to confirm the
status of the run.
Verification status
Action
Passed
Instrument is ready for use.
Failed
See “Troubleshoot verification failure”
6.
In the
RNase P Verification Status
screen, tap one of the following options.
Option
Description
Accept results
Save the results to the instrument.
Reject results
Deletes the RNase P verification results.
Export results
Exports the results.
7.
Unload the TaqMan
™
Array Card from the instrument.
CAUTION!
PHYSICAL INJURY HAZARD.
During instrument operation, the TaqMan
™
Array
Card temperature can reach 100°C. Allow it to cool to room temperature before handling.
Note:
Use Smart Help if the instrument does not eject the plate (see “Request technical support
).
The status of the RNase P verification is displayed on the
Status and Reminders
calibration status on the instrument”
IMPORTANT!
An RNase P TaqMan
™
Array Card can only be used one time. Do not reuse the RNase P
TaqMan
™
Array Card.
Calibrate custom dyes
Overview of custom dyes
The instrument can run assays designed with custom dyes. The following items are defined as custom
dyes:
• Dyes that are not manufactured by Thermo Fisher Scientific.
• Dyes or formulations of dyes that are not system dyes for the instrument.
Chapter 7
Calibrate and verify instrument performance
Calibrate custom dyes
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