BioOptix™ 10
Section 3 Operation
3.1Sample Preparation
3.2Column Installation
This section provides an introduction to preparing the system and creating files necessary for a purification run. The instruc- tions assume that the system has been set up according to Section 2.
The Sample In lines for each channel should be placed into a vessel holding the liquid sample mixture. Sample In lines can be placed into a common sample vessel, or in multiple vessels when unique samples are to be introduced on each channel.
The BioOptix 10 system uses versatile column clamps to hold a variety of columns. The clamps are adjustable, holding column sizes as large as 45 mm (13/4 in).
Note
To install a column, insert the column into the clamp and turn the knob to close the clamp and secure the column.
When inserting any column be sure to observe the flow direction if noted on the column. Orient the column with the inlet at the top and the outlet at the bottom.
3.2.1Column Tubing and Because of the variety of columns that may be used on the
Adapters | BioOptix 10, the system does not include standard fittings. All |
| column fittings and tubing are |
| columns. |
| To install the column tubing: |
1. Remove the bypass tubing that was installed to prime/purge the pumps.
2. At each column position, insert a tube with a fitting at the upper column inlet port. Then, connect the fitting to the top of the column.
3. At each column position, insert a tube with a fitting at the lower column outlet port. Then, connect the fitting to the bottom of the column.