Dynex 91000051 Turning on the System, Opsys MW before the main menu is displayed, Setup Program

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Turning on the System

Turning on the System

Turning on the System

Note: Depending upon local electrical codes, an uninterruptible power system (UPS) may be required in your laboratory. A UPS is not provided with the Opsys MW™ system.

1.Connect the Opsys MW™ to the laboratory electrical supply outlet.

CAUTION: The Opsys MW™ instrument must be connected to properly grounded electrical outlets. Obtain assistance from a qualified electrician to verify that your electrical outlets are properly grounded.

Before connecting the power cable, be sure that the components have been connected to each other as outlined in the previous section.

2.Push the instrument power switch once. After a series of self- tests, the software version is displayed momentarily

Opsys MW. v1.0

before the main menu is displayed:

1: - - - - - - - -

SETUP PROGRAM

Note: The self-test results indicate whether the system is operating properly. If a self-test failure is reported, it is recommended that you call Technical Service.

Dashes are initially displayed after the wash protocol number (i.e., 1: - - - - - - - - in the above example) if a wash protocol has not yet been named.

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Contents Please read carefully before using the Opsys MW Opsys MW Microplate WasherUser’s Guide DYNEX Technologies 14340 Sullyfield Circle Part No. 91000051, Revision BThis manual is published by DYNEX Technologies, Inc Chantilly, VA 20151-1683 USA Tel. 703 800 288-2354 Fax. 703Warranty and Special Provisions Limited Warranty Page Chapter 2 Installation Table of ContentsTable of Contents Chapter 3 ConfigurationIndex Chapter 7 TroubleshootingChapter 8 Service Opsys MW User’s GuideAbout this Manual About this ManualThis manual gives you the information needed to This page is intentionally left blank Chapter 1 Introduction DescriptionDescription Programming Wash Head Wash HeadDescription Description Wash Head PositionsWash Head Position Dispense HeightWash Fluid WasteDescription Features FeaturesFeatures Power Requirements SpecificationsDimensions and Weight SpecificationsPlate Setup Input RangesStandards Assay ProgrammingWarning Labels Warning LabelsLabel Description Warning Labels Chapter 2 Installation Unpacking Materials ProvidedUnpacking To unpack the components Hardware Components Hardware ComponentsKeypad. The keypad is used by the operator to select commands and enter wash parameters Connectors at the rear of the Opsys MW system are shown in Figure Figure 3. Rear View of the Opsys MW SystemPositioning the Instrument Positioning the InstrumentInstalling the Wash Head Installing the Wash HeadInstalling the Wash Container To install the Wash ContainerInstalling the Wash Container Installing the Waste Container To install the Waste Container and Foam/Aerosol TrapInstalling the Waste Container SETUP PROGRAM Turning on the SystemTurning on the System 1. Connect the Opsys MW to the laboratory electrical supply outletChapter 3 Configuration The Keypad The Keypad7 8 9 Scroll keys “Cancel” keyPurpose If you are entering or editing information , aThe numeral shown on the key is displayed by AlphanumericKeys pressing the key once. If the key is pressed two toMenus SETUPConfigure the Instrument MenusThe SETUP Menu The PROGRAM MenuCommand Configuring the SystemConfiguring the System CLEANSpecifying the Wash Head Specifying Plate Parameters To specify parameters for a plate type Note The default value is displayed. Select SHOW to move the wash head to the default well top position so that the height can be checked. Then, determine the correct value as outlined on page 30. Repeat the procedure as needed Sweep height? SHOW Configuring the System Displaying the Software Version Specifying the Pump Parameters Note Refer to page 74 for additional pump calibration instructionsSelecting Clean Configuring the System Operation Chapter 4 Wash Protocols Wash Protocol OperationsWash Protocol Operations PurgeDispense SoakFill Creating a New Wash Protocol Specifying the HeaderCreating a New Wash Protocol To create a new wash protocol header Variable strips? YESNO 7. Re-enter the password and press ENTER. The display will readSelect plate 2 DYNEX1 9. If YES is selected, the display will read Constant timing? YESNOSelect option MOVE PURGE Specifying Wash Cycle Operations To specify a Purge To specify a Move cycle To specify an Aspiration within a Move Note An Aspirate or Dispense must beTo specify a Dispense within a Move Note A Dispense or Aspirate must be performed within a Move cycleSelect option ASPIRATE DISPENSE To specify a Soak within a Move To specify a Fill within a Move Note A volume ranging from 50 to 300 microliters can be enteredNote A Fill must be performed within a Move cycle 2. Scroll right to display the next selection. The display will read Ending a MOVE CycleSelect option SOAK FILL Select option END LOOP 3. Select END LOOP. The display will readTo specify a Soak outside of a Move To specify the End of the wash protocol Select option SOAK END 2. Select END. The display will read 1 NAME01Modifying a Wash Protocol To modify a wash protocolModifying a Wash Protocol MOVE To modify a wash operation To delete a wash operation To insert a wash operation Copying a Wash Protocol To copy a wash protocolCopying a Wash Protocol 7 NAME04 SETUP PROGRAM Overwrite test? NO YESNO 8. Select YES. The display will readTo empty the waste container Chapter 5 Washing a PlatePreparation PreparationTo refill the wash container Washing a Plate To wash a plateWashing a Plate Washing a Plate Weekly maintenance Chapter 6 Routine Maintenance Routine Maintenance ProceduresDaily maintenance Six month maintenanceAs required maintenance Cleaning and Decontamination Cleaning and DecontaminationTo clean the system To decontaminate the systemCleaning the Containers To empty and clean the waste containerCleaning the Containers Replacing the Tubing To replace the dispense tubingReplacing the Tubing To replace the vacuum tubing To replace the waste tubing Pump Calibration Calibration ProtocolPump Calibration 8. If the dispensed volume is too high, decrease the pump speed using the SETUP/CAL function refer to page Pump Calibration Symptom Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Operational ProblemsOperational Problems ResolutionResolution waste container is Z Motor Home High Waste LevelX Motor Home Test Too Large isTo clean the wash head assembly Chapter 8 Service Service ProceduresTo remove the wash head assembly To replace the wash head assemblyMajor Assemblies AccessoriesSpare Parts HardwareReturning a Washer for Service To return a Washer for serviceReturning a Washer for Service CERTIFICATE OF DECONTAMINATION EQUIPMENT IN TRANSITEQUIPMENT DECLARATION Suggested decontamination methodsContact DYNEX Technologies Contact DYNEX TechnologiesDYNEX Technologies 14340 Sullyfield Circle Chantilly, VA 20151 USA Index Indexvariable strips, 41 warning labels, 11 Wash Container, 5