Gilson 215 manual Configuring the Liquid Handler

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Operation

Configuring the Liquid Handler

The liquid handler comes from the factory with its configuration set by Gilson. Configuration information is stored in the non-volatile memory of the liquid handler. Prior to using the liquid handler for the first time, it is important to review and adjust the default configuration to make sure it is correct for your application.

The following pages describe how to use 215 Setup Utility to configure the liquid handler. This information is also available in the on-line help supplied with the program.

When you execute the 215 Setup Utility from the computer, the following tabs appear:

•about

•pump type

•syringe options

•rinse site

•liquid detector

•adjust XY

•Z height

•home phase

•safety contact

•bearing life

•sound & display

•emergency contact

Following is a description of each of the tabs.

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Contents Quad-Z 215 Liquid Handler Users Guide Page Table of Contents Operation MaintenanceAppendix a Replacement Parts and Accessories TroubleshootingAppendix C Gsioc Commands Appendix B RacksPage Declaration of Conformity Page Introduction1 Description Unpacking Standard Equipment Customer Service Technical Specifications Introduction Introduction Installation2 Installation Locator Plate InstallationArmlock Removal Arm Installation Installation Installing the Z-Arm Cable Support Rod Probe Installation Installing the Probe Guide InsertsInstalling the Probes Plumbing Connections Transfer Tubing InstallationTo install the level sensing cable Installing the Level Sensing CablesPlumbing Connections Installing the rinse station Code 200-Series Code 500-Series Racks Rack SetupCode 200-Series and Code 20-Series or Code 30-Series Racks Installation Only Code 20-Series or Code 30-Series Racks Part number Description Final Z-Arm AdjustmentFinal Z-ArmAdjustment Rear Panel Electrical ConnectionsContact inputs Installation Input/Output PortsContact outputs Items you’ll needMaking connections Connecting an RS-232 cable Installation RS-232 PortGsioc cable Gsioc PortUnit ID Installation Unit ID and Baud Rate/Mode SelectionBaud rate/mode Installation Fuses Power Cord Connection Operation Front Panel Start Up Running Programs Configuring the Liquid Handler About Syringe Options Operation Pump TypeRinse Site Operation Liquid Detector Adjust XY Model 841 X-coordinate 475.3 mm Y-coordinate 3.8 mm Height Operation Home Phase Bearing Life Safety ContactEmergency Contact Operation Sound and DisplayTesting the Liquid Handler’s Contacts Maintenance4 Helpful Hints MaintenanceCleaning Cleaning the Liquid HandlerCleaning the Fluid Path Cleaning methods Maintenance Maintenance Lubricating ProceduresHorizontal Pitch and Vertical Rods What you needMm spacing Installing same type of probe Replacing PartsReplacing Tubing Replacing a ProbeInstalling different type of probe Removing the level sensing cable Maintenance Replacing a Level Sensing CableInstalling the new level sensing cable Maintenance Replacing a Fuse Checking Position Alignment Transporting the Liquid Handler Page Troubleshooting5 Troubleshooting Error MessagesPosition sensor inactive Probes no longer finding tube center MechanicalElectrical Input functions not operatingOutput functions not operating Unit blows fuses Unit not operationalLiquid Level Detector Liquid level detector not detecting liquid levelLiquid level detector falsely detecting liquid level Non-warranty repair Warranty repairRepair and Return Policies Before calling usRebuilt exchange Return procedurePage Probes Replacement Parts and AccessoriesProbe Guide Inserts Control SoftwareTransfer Tubing and Waste Bottle AppendixRinse Station Rack AccessoriesMiscellaneous Cables and I/O AccessoriesRacks Code 21 rack Code 20 rackCode 23 rack Code 24 rackCode 29 rack Code 28 rackCode 30 rack Code 31 rackCode 32 rack Code 33 rackCode 200 rack Code 201H rack Code 201 rackCode 202 rack Code 203 rackCode 204 rack Code 205 rackCode 205H rack Code 207 rack Code 206 rackCode 208 rack Code 209 rackCode 211 rack Code 210 rackCode 212 rack Code 213 rackCode 216 rack Code 214 rackCode 217 rack Code 218 rackCode 228 rack Code 222 rackCode 505 rack Code 505H rackAppendix Peltier Racks Code 242 Peltier rackCode 542 Peltier rack Code 852 Peltier rack Code 853 Peltier rackCode 854 Peltier rack Gsioc Commands Gsioc Commands Gsioc Command ListCommand Type Description @aa=xxxx Bf,d Cv=ss..ss Exyz JccccpJcttt Ksxxx Oabcd Smm Ta,b,c,d Wcc..cc Vcs..sXax/y Xbx/y Xcx/y Xdx/y Yyyyy Zsp ZspB Pipetting Techniques Minimizing Cross-Contamination Minimizing Dilution Effect Appendix