10. Troubleshooting
Problem
Causes
Resolutions
No Migration
Power supply not
operating or not
correctly connected, or
gel inserted backwards
Check the proper operation of the
power supply and proper connection
of the power leads to + and - outputs.
Check that the gel is properly oriented
(DNA will migrate t electrode)
Abnormal
Electrophoresis
speed.
Incorrect voltage
setting, incorrectly
prepared buffer.
Check power supply output, check
that buffer is the proper type and
appropriate concentration.
Abnormal heating of
buffer or gels
Buffer concentration
too high, voltage too
high, or buffer has
been reused too many
times.
Use 0.5X TAE/TBE buffer or reduce
running voltage. If buffer has been
used in previous runs, replace with
freshly prepared buffer.
11. Equipment disposal
This equipment is marked with the crossed out wheeled bin
symbol to indicate that this equipment must not be
disposed of with unsorted waste.
Instead it's your responsibility to correctly dispose of your
equipment at lifecycle -end by handling it over to an
authorized facility for separate collection and recycling. It's
also your responsibility to decontaminate the equipment in
case of biological, chemical and/or radiological
contamination, so as to protect from health hazards the
persons involved in the disposal and recycling of the
equipment.
For more information about where you can drop off your
waste of equipment, please contact your local dealer from
whom you originally purchased this equipment.
By doing so, you will help to conserve natural and
environmental resources and you will ensure that your
equipment is recycled in a manner that protects human
health. Thank you
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