Features | Dynex 91000051 manual

Features

Features

The Opsys MW™ system has a number of performance and convenience features. These are summarised below:

•Small footprint

•Up to 40 wash protocols can be programmed

•Up to ten plate types can be programmed

•Two wash head configurations (1 x 8 and 1 x 12)

•On-board self diagnostics

•SHOW function allows visual verification of wash head height settings

•High-level alarm on Waste Container

Opsys MW™ User’s Guide

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Dynex 91000051 manual Features

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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 Circle Warranty and Special Provisions Limited Warranty Page Chapter 3 Configuration Table of ContentsTable of Contents Chapter 2 Installation Opsys MW User’s Guide Chapter 7 TroubleshootingChapter 8 Service Index About 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 Description Waste Wash Fluid Description Features Features Features Specifications SpecificationsDimensions and Weight Power Requirements Assay Programming Input RangesStandards Plate Setup Warning Labels Warning LabelsLabel Description Warning Labels Chapter 2 Installation Unpacking Materials ProvidedUnpacking To unpack the components Hardware Components Hardware Components Keypad. 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 Figure Positioning the Instrument Positioning the Instrument Installing the Wash Head Installing the Wash Head Installing 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 PROGRAM Chapter 3 Configuration The Keypad The Keypad7 8 9 If you are entering or editing information , a “Cancel” keyPurpose Scroll keys pressing the key once. If the key is pressed two to AlphanumericKeys The numeral shown on the key is displayed by Menus SETUPConfigure the Instrument Menus The PROGRAM Menu The SETUP Menu CLEAN Configuring the SystemConfiguring the System Command Specifying 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 Parameters Selecting Clean Configuring the System Purge Chapter 4 Wash Protocols Wash Protocol OperationsWash Protocol Operations Operation Dispense 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? YESNO Select 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 Move Note A Dispense or Aspirate must be performed within a Move cycle To specify a Dispense within a Move Opsys 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 read To 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 protocol Modifying 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 PROGRAM Preparation Chapter 5 Washing a PlatePreparation To empty the waste container To 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 maintenance As required maintenance To decontaminate the system Cleaning and DecontaminationTo clean the system Cleaning and Decontamination Cleaning 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 Symptom Probable Cause waste container is Test Too Large is High Waste LevelX Motor Home Z Motor Home To replace the wash head assembly Chapter 8 Service Service ProceduresTo remove the wash head assembly To clean the wash head assembly Hardware AccessoriesSpare Parts Major Assemblies Returning a Washer for Service To return a Washer for serviceReturning a Washer for Service Suggested decontamination methods EQUIPMENT IN TRANSITEQUIPMENT DECLARATION CERTIFICATE OF DECONTAMINATION Contact DYNEX Technologies Contact DYNEX TechnologiesDYNEX Technologies 14340 Sullyfield Circle Chantilly, VA 20151 USA Index Index variable strips, 41 warning labels, 11 Wash Container, 5