Creating a New Wash Protocol | Dynex 91000051 specification

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Creating a New Wash Protocol

10.Select YES if the total elapsed time for washing any number of strips within a plate is to be constant. The display will read:

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MOVE PURGE

The sequential steps in the wash protocol can now be specified, as outlined on page 45.

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Dynex 91000051 manual Creating a New Wash Protocol, Select option MOVE PURGE

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. 703 Warranty and Special Provisions Limited Warranty Page Table of Contents Table of ContentsChapter 2 Installation Chapter 3 Configuration Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Chapter 8 ServiceIndex Opsys MW User’s Guide About 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 Height Wash Fluid Waste This page is intentionally left blank Features Features This page is intentionally left blank Specifications Dimensions and WeightPower Requirements Specifications Input Ranges StandardsPlate Setup Assay Programming Warning Labels Warning LabelsLabel Description This page is intentionally left blank Materials Provided Chapter 2 Installation UnpackingUnpacking To unpack the components Hardware Components Hardware Components Keypad. 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 System Positioning the Instrument Positioning the Instrument Installing the Wash Head Installing the Wash Head To 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 outlet The Keypad Chapter 3 Configuration The Keypad7 8 9 “Cancel” key PurposeScroll keys If you are entering or editing information , a Alphanumeric KeysThe numeral shown on the key is displayed by pressing the key once. If the key is pressed two to SETUP Configure the InstrumentMenus Menus The SETUP Menu The PROGRAM Menu Configuring the System Configuring the SystemCommand CLEAN 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 Select option HEAD PLATE Displaying the Software Version Specifying the Pump Parameters Note Refer to page 74 for additional pump calibration instructions Selecting Clean This page is intentionally left blank Chapter 4 Wash Protocols Wash Protocol Operations Wash Protocol OperationsOperation Purge Soak 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? YESNO Select 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 be To specify a Dispense within a Move Note A Dispense or Aspirate must be performed within a Move cycle Creating 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 read To 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 NAME01 To 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 read Chapter 5 Washing a Plate PreparationTo empty the waste container Preparation To 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 maintenance As required maintenance Cleaning and Decontamination To clean the systemCleaning and Decontamination To decontaminate the system To 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 Resolution Operational Problems waste container is High Waste Level X Motor HomeZ Motor Home Test Too Large is Chapter 8 Service Service Procedures To remove the wash head assemblyTo clean the wash head assembly To replace the wash head assembly Accessories Spare PartsMajor Assemblies Hardware To return a Washer for service Returning a Washer for ServiceReturning a Washer for Service EQUIPMENT IN TRANSIT EQUIPMENT DECLARATIONCERTIFICATE OF DECONTAMINATION Suggested decontamination methods 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