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waste container is

Operational Problems

Symptom

Probable Cause

 

Resolution

 

Dispense volumes

The dispense

 

Check the pins, seals and

 

are incorrect.

pins are leaking.

 

tubing for leaks.

 

 

The dispense

 

Check the seals and

 

 

pressure is low.

 

tubing for leaks.

 

 

 

 

Check for air leaks.

 

 

 

 

Reseat the tubing in the

 

 

 

 

dispense valve.

 

 

The dispense

 

Remove the wash head

 

 

pins are clogged.

 

assembly and clean it

 

 

 

 

using the manifold head

 

 

 

 

cleaning wire. Then run a

 

 

 

 

purge. Service is required

 

 

 

 

if problem persists.

 

 

Incorrect

 

Recalibrate Pump

 

 

Calibration

 

 

 

Aspiration is not

The aspiration

 

Remove the wash head

 

complete.

pins are clogged.

 

assembly and clean it

 

 

 

 

using the manifold head

 

 

 

 

cleaning wire. Service is

 

 

 

 

required if problem

 

 

 

 

persists.

 

 

The aspiration pin

 

Repeat the plate setup

 

 

height is set too

 

procedure (page 30).

 

 

high.

 

 

 

 

The seal on the

 

Check the seal and waste

 

 

 

 

 

waste container is

 

tubing for leaks.

 

 

leaking.

 

 

 

 

The wash

 

If the bottoms of the plate

 

 

 

 

 

protocol is not

 

wells are flat, use a

 

 

optimized.

 

sweep.

 

 

 

 

Add additional aspiration

 

 

 

 

cycles to the wash

 

 

 

 

protocol.

 

 

Aspiration tubing

 

Check the aspiration

 

 

 

 

 

may be blocked

 

tubing and remove any

 

 

or kinked.

 

blockages or kinks.

 

 

The vacuum

 

Remove any obstructions

 

 

exhaust may be

 

at the vacuum exhaust

 

 

blocked.

 

(see page 17).

 

 

The vacuum

 

Service is required.

 

 

pump may be

 

 

 

 

contaminated by

 

 

 

 

overflow.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents Please read carefully before using the Opsys MW Opsys MW Microplate WasherUser’s Guide Chantilly, VA 20151-1683 USA Tel. 703 800 288-2354 Fax. 703 Part No. 91000051, Revision BThis manual is published by DYNEX Technologies, Inc DYNEX Technologies 14340 Sullyfield CircleWarranty and Special Provisions Limited Warranty Page Chapter 3 Configuration Table of ContentsTable of Contents Chapter 2 InstallationOpsys MW User’s Guide Chapter 7 TroubleshootingChapter 8 Service IndexAbout 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 Dispense Height Wash Head PositionsWash Head Position DescriptionWaste Wash FluidDescription Features FeaturesFeatures Specifications SpecificationsDimensions and Weight Power RequirementsAssay Programming Input RangesStandards Plate SetupWarning 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 Figure 3. Rear View of the Opsys MW System Connectors at the rear of the Opsys MW system are shown in FigurePositioning 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 1. Connect the Opsys MW to the laboratory electrical supply outlet Turning on the SystemTurning on the System SETUP PROGRAMChapter 3 Configuration The Keypad The Keypad7 8 9 If you are entering or editing information , a “Cancel” keyPurpose Scroll keyspressing the key once. If the key is pressed two to AlphanumericKeys The numeral shown on the key is displayed byMenus SETUPConfigure the Instrument MenusThe PROGRAM Menu The SETUP MenuCLEAN Configuring the SystemConfiguring the System CommandSpecifying 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 Note Refer to page 74 for additional pump calibration instructions Specifying the Pump ParametersSelecting Clean Configuring the System Purge Chapter 4 Wash Protocols Wash Protocol OperationsWash Protocol Operations OperationDispense SoakFill Creating a New Wash Protocol Specifying the HeaderCreating a New Wash Protocol To create a new wash protocol header 9. If YES is selected, the display will read Constant timing? YESNO 7. Re-enter the password and press ENTER. The display will readSelect plate 2 DYNEX1 Variable strips? YESNOSelect option MOVE PURGE Specifying Wash Cycle Operations To specify a Purge To specify a Move cycle Note An Aspirate or Dispense must be To specify an Aspiration within a MoveNote A Dispense or Aspirate must be performed within a Move cycle To specify a Dispense within a MoveOpsys MW User’s Guide 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 Select option END LOOP 3. Select END LOOP. The display will read Ending a MOVE CycleSelect option SOAK FILL 2. Scroll right to display the next selection. The display will readTo specify a Soak outside of a Move Select option SOAK END 2. Select END. The display will read 1 NAME01 To specify the End of the wash protocolModifying 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 Overwrite test? NO YESNO 8. Select YES. The display will read 7 NAME04 SETUP PROGRAMPreparation Chapter 5 Washing a PlatePreparation To empty the waste containerTo refill the wash container Washing a Plate To wash a plateWashing a Plate Washing a Plate Six month maintenance Chapter 6 Routine Maintenance Routine Maintenance ProceduresDaily maintenance Weekly maintenanceAs required maintenance To decontaminate the system Cleaning and DecontaminationTo clean the system Cleaning and DecontaminationCleaning 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 Resolution Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Operational ProblemsOperational Problems SymptomProbable Cause waste container is Test Too Large is High Waste LevelX Motor Home Z Motor HomeTo replace the wash head assembly Chapter 8 Service Service ProceduresTo remove the wash head assembly To clean the wash head assemblyHardware AccessoriesSpare Parts Major AssembliesReturning a Washer for Service To return a Washer for serviceReturning a Washer for Service Suggested decontamination methods EQUIPMENT IN TRANSITEQUIPMENT DECLARATION CERTIFICATE OF DECONTAMINATIONContact DYNEX Technologies Contact DYNEX TechnologiesDYNEX Technologies 14340 Sullyfield Circle Chantilly, VA 20151 USA Index Indexvariable strips, 41 warning labels, 11 Wash Container, 5