Set-Up
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81-0220-01 Rev R
5
Set-Up
5.1
Scope of supply
When unpacking the system, the following items will be included:
GelDoc-It
2
or ChemiDoc-It
2
darkroom
Transilluminator
Camera with lens and bracket
Ethidium bromide (EtBr) emission filter
Power cables
VisionWorks
®
Software
Supporting documentation
Black chemi tray for blots (ChemiDoc-It
2
only)
Gel tray and gel ruler (GelDoc-It
2
only)
Note:
When unpacking and setting up the darkroom, two people are required to move
the dark- room. Place the darkroom on a flat surface which can provide adequate
support for up to 100 pounds.
CAUTION! Risk of short circuits!
Do not attempt to perform any setup procedures while the system is plugged in or powered
on unless otherwise instructed.
IMPORTANT
Do not install the system in areas with high moisture, dust or high temperatures. Keep the
equipment away from motors or any other large magnetic equipment apparatus. This system
is designed for indoor use only.
5.2
Connecting the power cables
1.
Inside the darkroom, place the transilluminator on the roll-out tray. Connect the
transilluminator to one end of the jumper cable. Connect the other end of the jumper
cable to the interior
of the darkroom. Turn the UV transilluminator’s main power switch
(green switch)
ON
.
2.
If installing the LED White Light Plate, place the plate on top of the UV transilluminator
and connect the power cord coming from inside the darkroom to the back of the Plate.
3.
If installing epi UV handheld lamps, place the lamps in the brackets located at the top of
the darkroom. Plug the handheld lamps into the outlets provided inside the darkroom.
Place the power switches located on the outside of the handheld lamps in the
ON
position.
4.
Connect the main power cord from the back of the darkroom to a surge-protected power
outlet.
