Zymark Twister Microplate Handler - Applied Biosystems 7900HT User Manual

Chapter 1 Product Overview

Zymark Twister Microplate Handler

Description
Zymark Twister
Microplate
Handler
Components
Plate Positions
Using the
Zymark Twister
Microplate
Handler
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The Zymark ® Twister Microplate Handler coordinates plate handling for the 7900HT
instrument, permitting 24-hour unattended operation. The arm provides a 310-degree
rotational swing that permits access to the 7900HT instrument drawer, up to five
plate stacking areas, and the fixed-position bar code reader.
Zymark Twister
Microplate Handler
Fixed-position
bar code reader
Figure 1-6 Components of the Zymark Twister Microplate Handler

Zymark Twister Microplate Handler

(top view)
Figure 1-7 Plate Positions of the Zymark Twister Microplate Handler
LASER HAZARD. Exposure to direct or reflected laser light
can burn the retina and leave permanent blind spots. Never look into the laser beam.
Remove jewelry and anything else that can reflect the beam into your eyes. Protect
others from exposure to the beam.
For information on the Zymark Twister Microplate Handler, see:
Powering On the 7900HT Instrument
Starting and Configuring the Automation Controller Software for Operation
Maintaining the Plate Handler
DRAFT
(cross-sectional view of the gripper)
Plate-sensor
switch
Expansion Plate stack
stacks
X
4
3
2
1
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Gripper Adjustment
knob
Bar code
Well A1
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.2-4
.4-39
.7-35