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  • Page 1 GE Healthcare Typhoon™ FLA 7000 User Manual...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Connections ............................Installing Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software ..........Installation sequence .......................... Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows XP) ..........Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows Vista) .......... Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows 7) ..........Uninstalling and upgrading Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software ....
  • Page 4 Operation ......................Operation overview ..........................Preparations before starting Typhoon FLA 7000 ..............Starting Typhoon FLA 7000 and Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software ....... Selecting the reading mode ......................Setting the reading conditions ....................... Placing the object to be scanned on the stage ..............

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Typhoon FLA 7000 is a fast laser scanner optimized for quantitative phosphorimaging, ECL Plus Westerns, visible fluorescence and gel documentation. Typhoon FLA 7000 is intended for research use only, and shall not be used in any clinical procedures, or for diagnostic purposes.

  • Page 6: Regulatory Information

    File:Open refers to the Open command in the File menu. Hardware items are identified in the text by bold text (e.g., Power switch). Regulatory information This section lists the directives and standards that are fulfilled by the Typhoon FLA 7000 system. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 7 Harmonized with of risk assessment 2006/42/EC EN 60825-1, IEC 60825-1 Safety of laser products Harmonized with 2006/95/EC USA 21 CFR, Chapter I, Sub- Safety of laser products chapter J, Part 1040.10 Laser Products Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 8 • connected to other products recommended or described in the user documentation, • used in the same state as it was delivered from GE Healthcare, except for alterations described in the user documentation. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

  • Page 9: The Typhoon Fla 7000 Laser Scanner

    Note: Regulatory compliance of connected equipment Any equipment connected to the Typhoon FLA 7000 should meet the safety requirements of EN 61010-1/IEC 61010-1, or relevant harmonized standards. Within EU, connected equipment must be CE marked. The Typhoon FLA 7000 laser scanner The compact Typhoon FLA 7000 is an image analyzer that offers high performance, multifunctionality, and high-speed reading.

  • Page 10: Typhoon Fla 7000 Control Software

    1 Introduction 1.3 The Typhoon FLA 7000 laser scanner • Detection of high-sensitivity autoradiographs using storage phosphor screens. • Four lasers and multiple filters enable the use of a variety of fluorescent dyes and detection methods. • Data is aquired through high resolution, sensitivity and wide range linearity.
  • Page 11 1 Introduction 1.4 Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software Overview of the main window The Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software is used to control, use and supervise the Typhoon FLA 7000. Part Function Phosphorimaging button: click to read a storage phosphor screen...
  • Page 12 PMT: set the voltage of the photo-multiplier tube. The higher the value, the higher the sensitivity. Click to increase the number of scans Click to decrease the number of scans Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 13 File Size: the estimated size of the result data file is presented. Reading Time: the estimated time required for the scan is present- Top: return to the main window. Start Scan: start the scan. The sample must be loaded before starting a scan. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 14 Microsoft Windows 7 Professional (32-bit) Internal memory 1 GB Processor Intel Core 2 Duo processor Hard drive 80 GB Monitor resolution 1280 × 1024 pixels Other requirements One USB 2.0 port DVD-ROM drive Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 15: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Introduction The Typhoon FLA 7000 is powered by mains voltage and is used to image samples that may be hazardous. Before installing, operating or maintaining the equipment, you must be aware of the hazards described in the user documentation. Follow the instructions provided to avoid personal injury or damage to the equipment.

  • Page 16: Personal Protection

    Storage phosphor screens which may be polluted by radioisotopes (RI). CAUTION If radioisotope (RI) pollution occurs, stop use of the instrument immediately and follow the instructions of your radiation administrator. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 17: Radiation Hazard Prevention

    Superficial pollution may exceed the limit mentioned above. Note: As mentioned above, install this instrument in the RI controlled area if the user uses RI-indicated samples that will be in direct contact with Storage phosphor screens. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 18: Electric Safety

    The use of extension cords or multiple loads on one electrical outlet could result in fire and electric shock. CAUTION Do not use the same power supply as that of large equipment such as an air conditioner or centrifuge. Malfunction could result. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 19: Labels On Typhoon Fla 7000

    2.8 Labels on Typhoon FLA 7000 Labels on Typhoon FLA 7000 Typhoon FLA 7000 serial number The Typhoon FLA 7000 serial number is located on a label on the back of the instrument. 123456 Symbols used in safety labels Label Meaning Warning! Read the user documentation before using the system.
  • Page 20 Exposure to laser light can cause injury. Viewing the laser light directly can cause blindness. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 21 2 Safety instructions 2.8 Labels on Typhoon FLA 7000 Labels at the front of Typhoon FLA 7000 Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 22 2 Safety instructions 2.8 Labels on Typhoon FLA 7000 Labels at rear of Typhoon FLA 7000 123456 Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 23: Emergency Procedures

    Step Action Click the Stop button in the Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software. Turn off the Typhoon FLA 7000 by pressing the power switch on the left side of the instrument body. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet.

  • Page 24: Recycling And Disposal

    • 2.10 Recycling and disposal General instructions for disposal When taking the Typhoon FLA 7000 out of service, the different materials must be separated and recycled according to national and local environmental regulations. Specific instructions for disposal Measure the superficial radio isotope pollution of the instrument body and storage phosphor screen as mentioned in the radiation hazard prevention section of the User Manual.

  • Page 25: System Configuration

    3 System configuration System configuration Parts and functions The parts and their functions are explained separately in this chapter. Part Function Power switch, located between the AC connector and the USB connector Indicator lamps Knob Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 26 Function Setting block Filter change door Filter module slot Filter module Filter Phosphor stage Suction rod Protection cover for storage phosphor screen Fluor stage Digitizing fluorescent plate Membrane weight (included in Fluor stage) Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 27: Instrument Body

    3 System configuration 3.2 Instrument body Instrument body Power switch The power switch is located on the left side of the Typhoon FLA 7000. Inlet Cooling fans The instrument has two cooling fans on the back side. CAUTION Do not block the cooling fans with a wall or objects. If they are blocked, the instrument may become damaged.
  • Page 28 3 System configuration 3.2 Instrument body Air intake fan Exhaust fan Indicator lamps Three indicator lamps indicate the instrument status. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 29 3 System configuration 3.2 Instrument body Stage setting block Knob Stage door Stage setting block Filter module The filter module is located behind the filter door. Filter module Filter module slot Filter change door Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 30: Accessories

    3 System configuration 3.2 Instrument body USB port The USB port is located on the left side of Typhoon FLA 7000. USB label Accessories Digitization plate (included) The digitization plate is a fluorescent plate that emits light when exposed to a laser beam.
  • Page 31 Place the gel with the glass plate directly on the Multi stage, or place a titer plate on the titer plate plugin attached to the instrument. • Place the titer plate on the Multi stage. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 32 Storage phosphor screen sticking side Power cord (included) Typhoon FLA 7000 uses a special AC power cable. Be sure to use power cables specified in service manuals or by service personnel. Suction rod (included) The suction rod is used to lift up or place the the storage phosphor screen on the phosphor stage.
  • Page 33 Suction rod Titer plate (TP) plugin (included) The TP plugin is used when reading titer plate samples. USB cable (included) The USB cable is used to connect Typhoon FLA 7000 to a computer. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 34: Installing And Moving Typhoon Fla 7000

    Should you find any external damages, or if any items on the packaging list are missing, notify the delivery company and contact GE Healthcare for further advice. Store Typhoon FLA 7000 in an environment according to Appendix B Specifications, on page 99 until the product is unpacked and installed.

  • Page 35: Transporting Typhoon Fla 7000

    Typhoon FLA 7000 must be secured before long distance transports. Contact GE Healthcare for help and advice before transporting Typhoon FLA 7000 long distances. The Typhoon FLA 7000 weighs approximately 62 kg and requires at least two persons to lift and move. Precautions before moving the...
  • Page 36 Use only the Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software during reading. Electrical power Connect the power cord of the Typhoon FLA 7000 to a grounded power outlet. WARNING Use only power cords delivered or approved by GE Healthcare. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 37: Installing Typhoon Fla 7000 Control Software

    Software installation is performed in the following sequence: 1 Install the USB control driver 2 Install the USB function driver (Windows XP only) 3 Install the Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows Before you begin Log in using a Windows account with administrator privileges.
  • Page 38 Click the Have Disk button in the Add hardware wizard. Insert the Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software DVD and click the Browse button. Select to install the driver from the Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software DVD. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 39 5 Installing Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software 5.2 Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows XP) Step Action Open the USB Control folder. Select the DevMng.inf file and click the Open button. Click the OK button in the Install from disk dialog.
  • Page 40 (Windows XP) Step Action Connect the computer and the Typhoon FLA 7000 with a USB cable and turn ON the power switch of Typhoon FLA 7000. The scanner is automatically detected by the computer. In the Found New Hardware Wizard dialog, choose No, not this time.

  • Page 41: Install Typhoon Fla 7000 Control Software (Windows Vista)

    Click the Change button to install to a different folder. • Click the Install button in the installation dialog. Click the Finish button to finish the installation of Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software. Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows...
  • Page 42 Insert the Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software DVD and click the Browse button. Select to install the driver from the Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software DVD. Select the USB Control folder and click Open. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 43 5 Installing Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software 5.3 Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows Vista) Step Action Select the file DevMng and click the Open button. Click the OK button in the dialog Install from disk. Click the Next button in the wizard Add hardware.
  • Page 44 Action Locate and double-click the file Typhoon FLA 7000.msi. In the Typhoon FLA 7000 - InstallShield Wizard dialog, click the Next button. Read the license text. If the license agreement is not acceptable, please contact a GE Healthcare representative. See the back cover of this manual for contact information.

  • Page 45: Install Typhoon Fla 7000 Control Software (Windows 7)

    5 Installing Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software 5.4 Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows 7) Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows Before you begin Log in using a Windows account with administrator privileges. Disable the computer sleep function In order to prevent scanning errors, the computer should be set to never sleep as described below.
  • Page 46 5 Installing Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software 5.4 Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows 7) Installation of the USB Control Driver (Windows 7) Note: During software installations, you may be asked to confirm your actions in a dialog with the text Windows needs your permission to continue.
  • Page 47 5 Installing Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software 5.4 Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows 7) 4 Select Action:Add legacy hardware. 5 In the Add Hardware dialog, click the Next button. 6 Select Install the hardware that I manually select from a list (Advanced) and click the Next button.
  • Page 48 8 Click the Have Disk button. Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software 9 Insert the Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software DVD and click the Browse button. 10 Select to install the driver from the Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software DVD. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 49 5 Installing Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software 5.4 Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows 7) 11 Select the USB Control folder and click the Open button. 12 Select the file DevMng and click the Open button. 13 Click the OK button in the Install from disk dialog.
  • Page 50 5 Installing Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software 5.4 Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows 7) 16 The following warning is displayed. Proceed by clicking Install this driver software anyway. 17 Click the Finish button in the Add Hardware wizard to complete the installation.
  • Page 51 3 In the Control Software - InstallShield Wizard dialog, click the Next button. 4 Read the license text. If the license agreement is not acceptable, please contact a GE Healthcare representative. See the back cover of this manual for contact information.
  • Page 52 5 Installing Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software 5.4 Install Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software (Windows 7) 6 Click the Install button. 7 If User Account Control (UAC) is enabled in Windows Vista, a dialog displays the message An unidentified programs wants access to your computer. Click Allow.

  • Page 53: Uninstalling And Upgrading Typhoon Fla 7000 Control Software

    Confirm the uninstallation by clicking Yes when prompted. Correction files created during calibration, such as shading data, are Note: required by the Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software. They are not deleted during the uninstallation, and remain in the Data folder of Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software folder.
  • Page 54 6 Uninstalling and upgrading Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software Uninstalling Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software under Windows Vista Step Action Open the control panel and Select Uninstall a program under Programs. Select Typhoon FLA 7000 and then click Uninstall. Confirm the uninstallation by clicking Yes when prompted.
  • Page 55 Control Software Step Action Uninstall the current version of Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software. Install the new version of Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software. Follow the instructions in the installation chapter of Getting Started. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 56: Registering, Editing And Deleting Methods

    Method settings are registered by a serviceman upon installation. Under Note: normal circumstances, it is not necessary to change these settings. Registering a new method Step Action Click the Method button in the main window. The Method Settings dialog box appears. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 57 Click the OK button. The list in the Method Settings window now contains the new method with the selected laser and filter combination. Methods containing lasers or filters that are not currently loaded cannot Note: be selected in the Reader Condition screen. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 58: Editing A Method

    Default methods cannot be edited. Names of default methods are Note: surrounded by [square brackets]. Deleting a method Note: Default methods cannot be deleted. Names of default methods are surrounded by [square brackets]. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 59 Finalize the changes by clicking the OK button in the Method Settings dialog box. To undo the filter deletion, click the Cancel button in the Note: Method Settings dialog box. Click Yes in the dialog box that appears, see below. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 60: Filter Module Settings

    When a filter is changed in the filter module of Typhoon FLA 7000, the new or changed filter must be registered in the Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software. A filter which has not been registered can not be used for analysis and is not displayed in the Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software.

  • Page 61: Loading A Filter Combination

    Module button and remove the filter module after the window changes to the Filter Settings window. If the filter module is forcefully removed, the area where the filter comes in contact with the PMTs may be damaged. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 62: Installing And Replacing Filters

    Click the Filter Module button in the main window. A status message appears. Wait until the message is closed before proceed- ing to the next step. Open the filter change door. Pull filter module straight out. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 63 Press the notch on the bottom of the filter module and pull out the filter. Place the new filter in the filter module. Push the new filter in until it locks in place. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 64 Insert the filter module in the filter module holder. Close the filter change door. Register the filter change in Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software Step Action Click the Filter Module button in the main window. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 65 Select the filter to be registered from Filter List. Click the Insert button to register the filter. You can also drag the filter from Filter List to the desired Tip: filter position. Click the OK button. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 66: Operation

    Typhoon FLA 7000 is connected to a grounded wall outlet. • The air intake fan on the rear side of Typhoon FLA 7000 is unobstructed. • The air exhaust fan on the rear side of Typhoon FLA 7000 is unobstructed.

  • Page 67: Starting Typhoon Fla 7000 And Typhoon Fla 7000 Control Software

    9 Operation 9.3 Starting Typhoon FLA 7000 and Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software Starting Typhoon FLA 7000 and Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software Start Typhoon FLA 7000 CAUTION Do not insert a storage phosphor screen in Typhoon FLA 7000 before turning on the machine. If a storage phosphor screen is...

  • Page 68: Selecting The Reading Mode

    Typhoon FLA 7000 is lit. Start Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software from the Start menu, or use the desktop shortcut. The main window of the Typhoon FLA 7000 Control Software is displayed.

  • Page 69: Setting The Reading Conditions

    The sample must not be thicker than 30 mm. For solutions, the maximum height is 4 mm. • Make sure there are no bubbles or gaps on the contact surface. Step Action Place the sample on the Fluor stage. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 70 Place the titer plate in the desired position in the titer plate frame. Placing a gel sample with glass on the Multi stage Step Action Place a gel sample with glass on the Multi stage. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 71 Tighten the screws on the glass holders as necessary. Placing the storage phosphor screen on the phosphor stage CAUTION Always wear cotton gloves when handling storage phosphor screens. Step Action Turn down the lighting in the room. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 72 4 Release the storage phosphor screen by releasing your finger from the suction rod. Place the storage phosphor screen on the back of the phosphor stage, with the white or blue reading surface of the storage phosphor screen facing up. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 73: Placing The Stage In Typhoon Fla 7000

    9 Operation 9.7 Placing the stage in Typhoon FLA 7000 Placing the stage in Typhoon FLA 7000 Placing the Fluor or Multi stage in the Typhoon FLA 7000 Step Action Pull the knob up and open the lid. Position the stage so that the black triangle mark is aligned with the corre- sponding mark on the setting block.

  • Page 74: Scanning The Sample

    9 Operation 9.7 Placing the stage in Typhoon FLA 7000 Placing the phosphor stage in Typhoon FLA 7000 Step Action Pull the knob up and open the lid. Position the stage so that the black triangle mark is aligned with the corre- sponding mark on the setting block.

  • Page 75: Adjusting The Display Parameters

    Adjusting the display parameters Step Action Adjust the display parameters if desired. Follow the instructions in Section10.2 Display parameters explained, on page 81. Click Return to return to the Reader Settings screen. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 76: Saving The Image Data Using A Different File Name

    Software, the Launch button is greyed out and inactive. If desired, register or change the analysis application. 9.12 Turning off Typhoon FLA 7000 Step Action Turn off Typhoon FLA 7000 by pressing the power switch on the left side of the instrument body. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 77: Reading Conditions, Display Parameters, And Other Settings

    When reading more than once and reading of 1ch/2ch is implemented simultaneously, a folder with a name set by File Name is created automatically at the specified position and the image data will be saved in the folder. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 78 You may set the voltage to be applied to the pho- to-multiplier tube (PMT) as an integral value within the predetermined range. The larger the value is, the higher the sensitivity. 1000V 500V Value Large Small Sensitivity High Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 79 Set the pixel size for reading. Click to select from one of the four types. A sample with a smaller pixel size is analyzed in finer detail. Reading Time Short Long Image File Size Small Large Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 80 The sampling area is expanded to the whole readable surface of the stage or titer plate plugin is selected. File Size This area displays the estimated size of the image file as determined by the current settings. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 81: Display Parameters Explained

    Click the - magnifying glass symbol and right-click the display area left-click the display area select a magnification ratio further down select a magnification ratio further up the Magnification drop-down list. the Magnification drop-down list. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 82: Other Settings

    Click the Preferences... button in the main window to display a tabbed dialog box, where various options related to sample reading can be viewed and changed. Not all options are relevant in all scanning modes. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 83 The correction mode settings list is registered by Note: a serviceman. Please contact the dealer where you purchased Typhoon FLA 7000, or contact GE Healthcare. ND Filter Enables the use of an ND filter to adjust the light intensity. Use the ND filter if the signal from the sample is very strong.
  • Page 84 User account specific settings Changes to the settings in the Preferences dialog affect only the current Windows user account. Changes made using a different user account do not affect the current user account. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 85: About Storage Phosphor Screens

    Scanning The recording surface of an exposed Storage phosphor screen is scanned with a laser beam inside Typhoon FLA 7000 and emits fluorescent light according to the exposure level. A photo-multiplier tube (PMT) detects the fluorescent light and converts it into electric signals. A radiation image recorded on the Storage phosphor screen during exposure is read as digital image information at the maximum resolution of 25 µm per pixel (40 pixels/mm) and recorded in the analyzer unit.
  • Page 86 • Volatile solvents may deform the protective film on the storage phosphor screen. Protect exposed storage phosphor screens from light Protect exposed storage phosphor screens from light until the reading is finished. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 87: Preparing The Storage Phosphor Screen

    11.3 Handling precautions Store the storage phosphor screen correctly Remove the storage phosphor screen from the Typhoon FLA 7000 main unit when not in use. Store the storage phosphor screens in a horizontal position, protected from moisture. 11.4 Preparing the storage phosphor screen...

  • Page 88: Exposing The Storage Phosphor Screen

    X-ray film. Take this into consideration when setting the initial exposure time. For increased image quality, minimize the time between exposing the Tip: storage phosphor screen and reading it with the Typhoon FLA 7000. 11.5 Exposing the storage phosphor screen Step Action Erase the storage phosphor screen completely.
  • Page 89 Make sure that the notch of the storage phosphor screen is in the front left corner of the cassette as shown below. Close the cover of the cassette. Press on the cover until it clicks into place. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 90: Maintenance

    If you use the SHG laser in the Typhoon FLA 7000, it will require periodical calibration. When the Typhoon FLA 7000 is switched on, it automatically executes calibration. You do not need to do a manual calibration if the Typhoon FLA 7000 is used at least once a month.
  • Page 91 Place the stage in the main body of the instrument. Storing the Fluor or Multi stage Store the Fluor or Multi stage in the original packaging when they are not in use. DO NOT store stages inside Typhoon FLA 7000. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 92: Troubleshooting

    Action Take note of the error code and error message on the monitor. Turn off the power to Typhoon FLA 7000 and the computer, then turn them on again after about ten seconds. Try to perform the action again. If the error persists, contact your GE Healthcare representative.
  • Page 93 No more filters can be stored in the software. you can register is 50. Please Countermeasure: Delete a filter before storing delete an unnecessary filter before a new one. registeringa a new filter. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 94 Countermeasure: Check that Typhoon FLA 7000 is tion and power. properly connected. Follow the instructions in Chapter 4 Installing and moving Typhoon FLA 7000, on page 34. Typhoon FLA 7000 imager is The self-diagnosis of Typhoon FLA 7000 is running.
  • Page 95 FLA 7000 Control Software, then try to run the scan again. The stage is not properly in- The stage is not properly inserted. serted. Please insert the Countermeasure: Insert the stage properly. stage in its correct position. Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 96 Please restart Typhoon FLA 7000 Countermeasure: Try to run the scan again. imager and Scanner Control Soft- Contact your GE Healthcare representative if ware. the problem persists. Sense Key : %1H Error Code : %2H(%3H) Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 97: A Default Sample Detection Methods

    SYPRO™ Ruby O580 SYPRO Orange Y520 FAM™ Y520 Alexa Fluor™488 Y520 Digitize473 Y520 532 nm laser Method name Filter type O580 EtBR O580 ROX™ O580 Deep Purple™ O580 Pro-Q™ Diamond O580 Digitize532 O580 Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 98 A Default sample detection methods 635 nm laser Method name Filter type R670 Alexa Fluor 633 R670 DDAO R670 650 nm laser Method name Filter type Phosphorimaging R710 Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 99: Appendix B Specifications

    Digitization: 24 cm x 40 cm maximum (22 cm x 36 cm valid field angle) (238 mm x 398 mm setting size) Parameter Data Pixel size 25, 50, 100 or 200 µm (selectable) Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 100: Power Supply

    The Reading block is a standard unit. The other units are optional. Note: Power supply Parameter Data Input voltage 100 to 240V~ (AC) Allowable variations in ±10% voltage Frequency 50 to 60 Hz Rated current 1.5 to 3.0 A Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...

  • Page 101: Environmental Conditions

    2,000 m above sea level Overvoltage category Transient overvoltage category II Applicable Pollution Pollution Degree 2 Rating Noise levels Parameter Data Noise 70 dB (A) or lower Degrees of protection IP20 provided by enclosure Typhoon FLA 7000 User Manual 28-9607-62 AC...
  • Page 104 751 84 Uppsala All goods and services are sold subject to the terms and conditions of sale of the company within GE Healthcare which supplies them. A copy of these terms Sweden and conditions is available on request. Contact your local GE Healthcare representative for the most current information.

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