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Routine Maintenance Procedures

•Replace the dispense (Wash) tubing.

•Replace the aspirate (Waste) tubing.

Note: The dispense tubing and aspiration tubing may need to be replaced more frequently than every six months, depending upon the frequency of use and the severity of operating conditions.

Contact DYNEX Technologies for information on replacement tubing.

•Replace the in-line hydrophobic filter.

If the system will not be used for a period of time, the system should be flushed with de-ionized water so that buffers and/or reagents used to wash the plates are not deposited on the Wash Head or other components of the system.

As required maintenance:

•Pump Calibration (page 74)

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Contents Opsys MW Microplate Washer Please read carefully before using the Opsys MWUser’s Guide Part No. 91000051, Revision B This manual is published by DYNEX Technologies, IncDYNEX Technologies 14340 Sullyfield Circle Chantilly, VA 20151-1683 USA Tel. 703 800 288-2354 Fax. 703Warranty and Special Provisions Limited Warranty Page Table of Contents Table of ContentsChapter 2 Installation Chapter 3 ConfigurationChapter 7 Troubleshooting Chapter 8 ServiceIndex Opsys MW User’s GuideAbout this Manual About this ManualThis manual gives you the information needed to This page is intentionally left blank Description Chapter 1 IntroductionDescription Programming Wash Head Wash HeadDescription Wash Head Positions Wash Head PositionDescription Dispense HeightWash Fluid WasteThis page is intentionally left blank Features FeaturesThis page is intentionally left blank Specifications Dimensions and WeightPower Requirements SpecificationsInput Ranges StandardsPlate Setup Assay ProgrammingWarning Labels Warning LabelsLabel Description This page is intentionally left blank Materials Provided Chapter 2 Installation UnpackingUnpacking 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 HeadTo install the Wash Container Installing the Wash ContainerInstalling the Wash Container To install the Waste Container and Foam/Aerosol Trap Installing the Waste ContainerInstalling the Waste Container Turning on the System Turning on the SystemSETUP PROGRAM 1. Connect the Opsys MW to the laboratory electrical supply outletThe Keypad Chapter 3 Configuration The Keypad7 8 9 “Cancel” key PurposeScroll keys If you are entering or editing information , aAlphanumeric KeysThe numeral shown on the key is displayed by pressing the key once. If the key is pressed two toSETUP Configure the InstrumentMenus MenusThe SETUP Menu The PROGRAM MenuConfiguring the System Configuring the SystemCommand 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 Select option HEAD PLATE Displaying the Software Version Specifying the Pump Parameters Note Refer to page 74 for additional pump calibration instructionsSelecting Clean This page is intentionally left blank Chapter 4 Wash Protocols Wash Protocol Operations Wash Protocol OperationsOperation PurgeSoak DispenseFill Specifying the Header Creating a New Wash ProtocolCreating a New Wash Protocol To create a new wash protocol header 7. Re-enter the password and press ENTER. The display will read Select plate 2 DYNEX1Variable strips? YESNO 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 cycleCreating a New Wash Protocol To specify a Soak within a Move Note A volume ranging from 50 to 300 microliters can be entered To specify a Fill within a MoveNote A Fill must be performed within a Move cycle Ending a MOVE Cycle Select option SOAK FILL2. Scroll right to display the next selection. The display will read 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 NAME01To modify a wash protocol Modifying a Wash ProtocolModifying a Wash Protocol MOVE To modify a wash operation To delete a wash operation To insert a wash operation To copy a wash protocol Copying a Wash ProtocolCopying a Wash Protocol 7 NAME04 SETUP PROGRAM Overwrite test? NO YESNO 8. Select YES. The display will readChapter 5 Washing a Plate PreparationTo empty the waste container PreparationTo refill the wash container To wash a plate Washing a PlateWashing a Plate This page is intentionally left blank Chapter 6 Routine Maintenance Routine Maintenance Procedures Daily maintenanceWeekly maintenance Six month maintenanceAs required maintenance Cleaning and Decontamination To clean the systemCleaning and Decontamination To decontaminate the systemTo empty and clean the waste container Cleaning the ContainersCleaning the Containers To replace the dispense tubing Replacing the TubingReplacing the Tubing To replace the vacuum tubing To replace the waste tubing Calibration Protocol Pump CalibrationPump Calibration 8. If the dispensed volume is too high, decrease the pump speed using the SETUP/CAL function refer to page This page is intentionally left blank Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Operational Problems Operational ProblemsSymptom ResolutionOperational Problems waste container is High Waste Level X Motor HomeZ Motor Home Test Too Large isChapter 8 Service Service Procedures To remove the wash head assemblyTo clean the wash head assembly To replace the wash head assemblyAccessories Spare PartsMajor Assemblies HardwareTo return a Washer for service Returning a Washer for ServiceReturning a Washer for Service EQUIPMENT IN TRANSIT EQUIPMENT DECLARATIONCERTIFICATE OF DECONTAMINATION 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