Equipment Operation; Controls And Indicators; Intended Use - biochrom ultrospec 7000 User Manual

1.3. Equipment Operation

1.3.1. Controls and Indicators

USB LED
This indicates that
the instrument is
writing to the USB
memory stick. The
memory stick must
not be removed
whilst this LED is on.

1.3.2. Intended Use

The instrument is intended to be used by scientists and technicians who possess
basic laboratory and technical skills and have the knowledge and understanding
of the hazards involved, with the unit and the samples used, to operate it in a safe
manner.
e.g. DNA/RNA/Oligo concentration and purity measurements as well as
e.g. DNA/RNA/Oligo concentration and purity measurements as well as protein
protein determinations
determinations.
1.3.3. Instrument Preparation
• Switch on the unit and allow it to finish its start up calibration.
• B est performance is obtained if the instrument is allowed to warm up and stabilize
for at least 30 minutes.
• I f applicable connect the unit to a PC using a USB cable and refer to the online
help and user manual.
• Select the appropriate application or method.
• Where relevant, set up the application parameters for the sample.
• F or Deuterium/ Tungsten units a precision mode is available. To use this mode
enter the desired application and switch to precision mode.
• S elect cuvette cells to use. It is important to use cells of the correct type. Most
samples are measured using a standard 10 mm path length cell. Special cells and
accessories are available for larger or smaller path lengths and sample volumes.
It is important to use cells of the correct type. Some cells absorb UV and are not
suitable for UV sample measurement. Cells used for samples should be free from
dust, residue or scratches.
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POWER/STATUS INDICATOR LED
The LED indicates the status of the instrument.
Orange - during start up and calibration
Green - instrument is on and passed start up
calibration tests
Red - instrument is on and has failed start up
calibration tests
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