Troubleshooting, Service, Index, Table of Contents | Dynex 91000051

Table of Contents

Cleaning and Decontamination	69
Cleaning the Containers	70
Replacing the Tubing	71
Pump Calibration	74
Chapter 7 Troubleshooting	77
Operational Problems	77
Chapter 8 Service	81
Service Procedures	81
Spare Parts	82
Returning a Washer for Service	83
Contact DYNEX Technologies	85
Index	86

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Dynex 91000051 manual Troubleshooting, Service, Index, Table of Contents, Opsys MW User’s Guide

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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. 703 Warranty and Special Provisions Limited Warranty Page Chapter 2 Installation Table of ContentsTable of Contents Chapter 3 Configuration Index Chapter 7 TroubleshootingChapter 8 Service Opsys MW User’s Guide 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 Description Wash Head PositionsWash Head Position Dispense Height Wash Fluid Waste Description Features Features Features Power Requirements SpecificationsDimensions and Weight Specifications Plate Setup Input RangesStandards Assay Programming 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 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 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 SETUP PROGRAM Turning on the SystemTurning on the System 1. Connect the Opsys MW to the laboratory electrical supply outlet Chapter 3 Configuration The Keypad The Keypad7 8 9 Scroll keys “Cancel” keyPurpose If you are entering or editing information , a The numeral shown on the key is displayed by AlphanumericKeys pressing the key once. If the key is pressed two to Menus SETUPConfigure the Instrument Menus The SETUP Menu The PROGRAM Menu Command Configuring the SystemConfiguring the System 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 Configuring the System Displaying the Software Version Specifying the Pump Parameters Note Refer to page 74 for additional pump calibration instructions Selecting Clean Configuring the System Operation Chapter 4 Wash Protocols Wash Protocol OperationsWash Protocol Operations Purge Dispense 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? 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 Select 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 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 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 7 NAME04 SETUP PROGRAM Overwrite test? NO YESNO 8. Select YES. The display will read To empty the waste container Chapter 5 Washing a PlatePreparation Preparation To 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 maintenance As required maintenance Cleaning and Decontamination Cleaning and DecontaminationTo clean the system To decontaminate the system 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 Symptom Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Operational ProblemsOperational Problems Resolution Resolution waste container is Z Motor Home High Waste LevelX Motor Home Test Too Large is To clean the wash head assembly Chapter 8 Service Service ProceduresTo remove the wash head assembly To replace the wash head assembly Major Assemblies AccessoriesSpare Parts Hardware Returning a Washer for Service To return a Washer for serviceReturning a Washer for Service CERTIFICATE OF DECONTAMINATION EQUIPMENT IN TRANSITEQUIPMENT DECLARATION 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