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Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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Integrated Sequencer operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
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Integrated Sequencer on or off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Precautions
IMPORTANT!
A primary source of contamination is spurious DNA fragments from
previous sample processing steps. Do not introduce amplified DNA into the work
area where the instrument is located.
IMPORTANT!
To avoid possible damage due to electrostatic discharge, ground
yourself before picking up a chip or placing a chip on a surface such as a lab bench.
For example, touch the deck surface or one of the metal deck stations.
WARNING!
Do not use the instrument in close proximity to sources of strong
electromagnetic radiation (for example, unshielded intentional RF sources), as
these sources can interfere with proper operation.
WARNING!
The protection that is provided by the equipment can be impaired
if the instrument is operated outside the environment and use specifications,
the user provides inadequate maintenance, or the equipment is used in a
manner that is not specified by the manufacturer (Thermo Fisher Scientific).
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Avoid nucleic acid
contamination
Avoid chip damage
Avoid strong
electromagnetic
radiation
Protection by
equipment
Genexus
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