Instrument operation
Power the Ion Torrent S5
™
or Ion Torrent S5
™
XL Sequencer on or
off
Note:
If the Ion Torrent S5
™
Sequencer is powered on, and the touchscreen is blank,
touch the screen to "wake" the touchscreen.
1.
Locate the power switch on the back of the instrument and turn to the on (|)
position.
2.
Press the power button on the left side of the instrument. The button should
illuminate. When the instrument touchscreen Main Menu appears, the
instrument is ready for use.
It is not necessary to power off the instrument overnight or over the weekend. If the
instrument will not be used for more than 3 days, power off the instrument as follows:
1.
In the Main Menu, select Tools > Shut Down.
2.
Ensure the post-run cleaning is complete, then press Shut Down.
3.
After you exit the main touchscreen, press the Halt button, then OK when
prompted. The instrument will power down.
Chip handling guidelines
To place a loaded chip in the chip clamp:
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Slide the metal tab out to access the chip
holder.
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Power on
Power off
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Ion Torrent S5
™
andIon Torrent S5
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XL Instrument User Guide
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