8. Imaging using a smart phone
To take a picture of the gel using a
smart phone camera, fit the imaging
enclosure onto the lid of the gel
running tank.
Insert the included orange photo filter
into the top platform of the enclosure.
Turn on the smart phone’s camera
application and align the camera lens
with the photo filter.
Zoom and focus as necessary to
optimize the image and take the
picture.
9. Maintenance
Always disconnect the 12V power supply when cleaning the
transilluminator. When cleaning the surfaces of the
instrument and LED transilluminator, use a damp cloth with
mild detergent if needed. Do not use any corrosive solutions
that could damage plastic.
When cleaning the gel tank, use caution when cleaning the areas
near the platinum electrodes at the bottom edges of the gel tank.
Clean gel casting stands, gel tray and combs with water or
a neutral cleaner
.
Do not submerge the LED transilluminator in water.
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