To replace the waste tubing, Replacing the Tubing | Dynex 91000051

Replacing the Tubing

To replace the waste tubing:

1.Unscrew the Cap of the Waste Container and lay it with the level sensor assembly on a clean paper towel.

2.Discard the contents of the Waste Container in accordance with local regulations. Thoroughly rinse the container with deionized water and let it dry.

3.Disconnect the waste tubing from the connector on the Waste Container cap and from the waste tubing connector on the wash head.

4.Remove the waste tubing from the instrument.

5.Obtain a new length of waste tubing.

6.Route the waste tubing through the lower slot at the front corner of the instrument and through the routing clips at the front of the instrument.

7.Connect one end of the waste tubing to the waste tubing connector on the wash head and connect the other end to the connector in the Waste Container cap.

8.Place the level sensor assembly back into the Waste Container and screw the Cap on.

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Please read carefully before using the Opsys MW Opsys MW Microplate WasherUser’s Guide This manual is published by DYNEX Technologies, Inc Part No. 91000051, Revision BDYNEX 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 8 Service Chapter 7 TroubleshootingIndex 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 Wash Head Position Wash Head PositionsDescription Dispense Height Waste Wash Fluid Description Features Features Features Dimensions and Weight SpecificationsPower Requirements Specifications Standards Input RangesPlate Setup 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 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 Turning on the System Turning on the SystemSETUP PROGRAM 1. Connect the Opsys MW to the laboratory electrical supply outlet Chapter 3 Configuration The Keypad The Keypad7 8 9 Purpose “Cancel” keyScroll keys If you are entering or editing information , a Keys AlphanumericThe numeral shown on the key is displayed by pressing the key once. If the key is pressed two to Configure the Instrument SETUPMenus Menus The PROGRAM Menu The SETUP 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 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 Wash Protocol Operations Chapter 4 Wash Protocols Wash Protocol OperationsOperation Purge Dispense SoakFill Creating a New Wash Protocol Specifying the HeaderCreating a New Wash Protocol To create a new wash protocol header Select plate 2 DYNEX1 7. Re-enter the password and press ENTER. The display will readVariable 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 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 6. Press ENTER. The display will read Cycles? 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 SOAK FILL Ending a MOVE Cycle2. 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 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 PlateTo empty the waste container Preparation To refill the wash container Washing a Plate To wash a plateWashing a Plate Washing a Plate Daily maintenance Chapter 6 Routine Maintenance Routine Maintenance ProceduresWeekly maintenance Six month maintenance As required maintenance To clean the system Cleaning and DecontaminationCleaning and Decontamination 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 Operational Problems Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Operational ProblemsSymptom Resolution Symptom waste container is X Motor Home High Waste LevelZ Motor Home Test Too Large is To remove the wash head assembly Chapter 8 Service Service ProceduresTo clean the wash head assembly To replace the wash head assembly Spare Parts AccessoriesMajor Assemblies Hardware Returning a Washer for Service To return a Washer for serviceReturning a Washer for Service EQUIPMENT DECLARATION EQUIPMENT IN TRANSITCERTIFICATE 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