Moving A Spectramax M2 Or M2; General Maintenance; Cleaning - Molecular Devices SpectraMax M2 User Manual

5. Maintenance
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Never touch any of the optic mirrors, filters, or cables or their housing, or
CAUTION:
manifold. The optics are extremely delicate, and critical to use of the instrument.
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Do not touch or loosen any screws or parts other than those specifically
CAUTION:
designated in the instructions. Doing so could cause misalignment and possibly void the
warranty.
MOVING A SPECTRAMAX M2 OR SPECTRAMAX M2
If you need to relocate a SpectraMax M2 or SpectraMax M2
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The SpectraMax M2 and SpectraMax M2
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35 pounds (15.75 kg) and should be lifted with care. It is recommended that two persons
lift the instrument together, taking the proper precautions to avoid injury.
Remove any microplate from the drawer and then close the drawer.
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Turn off the power switch and unplug the power cord from the source and from the
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receptacle on the back of the instrument.
Depending on the distance that you are moving the instrument, you may want to
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repackage the instrument in its original shipping carton. Otherwise, carry the instru-
ment or place it on a rolling cart to transport it.
Ensure that the new location meets the proper specifications as described in the section
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"Setting Up the Instrument" in the chapter "Installation" in this guide.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Keep the drawer closed when the instrument is not in use. The drawer can be opened by
pressing the button. Always close the drawer immediately prior to switching
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the instrument off.

CLEANING

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Wear gloves during any cleaning procedure that could involve contact
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with either hazardous or biohazardous materials or fluids.
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Never clean the inside of the instrument.
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Periodically, you should clean the outside surfaces of the instrument using a cloth or
sponge that has been dampened with water:
Do not use abrasive cleaners.
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If required, clean the surfaces using a mild soap solution diluted with water or a glass
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cleaner and then wipe with a damp cloth or sponge to remove any residue.
Do not spray cleaner directly onto the instrument.
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