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USER GUIDE
Access™ Dual Robot System
USER GUIDE
Access™ Dual Robot System
Version 2.0
APRIL 2019
FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY
LABCYTE INC.
170 Rose Orchard Way
San Jose, CA 95134
USA
Tel: +1 408 747-2000
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Email: info-us@labcyte.com
© 2019 LABCYTE INC. All rights reserved.
MAN-2019-2.0
APRIL 2019

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  • Page 1 Access™ Dual Robot System USER GUIDE Access™ Dual Robot System Version 2.0 APRIL 2019 FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY LABCYTE INC. 170 Rose Orchard Way San Jose, CA 95134 Tel: +1 408 747-2000 Email: info-us@labcyte.com MAN-2019-2.0 © 2019 LABCYTE INC. All rights reserved. APRIL 2019...

  • Page 2: Device Module

    Copyright © 2019 Labcyte Inc. All rights reserved. Labcyte®, Echo®, MicroClime®, the Labcyte logo, Dynamic Fluid Analysis™ and Access™ are registered trademarks or trademarks of Labcyte Inc., in the U.S. and/or other countries. Printed in the United States of America.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 | Preface About this Guide Intended Audience Technical Support Resources Related Documentation Document Conventions Safety Notation Marks 2 | Product And Safety Labels Compressed Air Corrosive Chemicals Crush Hazard Cut Hazard Earth Ground Electrical Hazard Eye Hazard General Warning Label Laser Hazard Product Label...
  • Page 4 Labcyte Inc. Access System Control Button Panels Control Panel Button Locations On The Access System Main Disconnect Switch Opening Doors And Panels Operating Device Shelves Docking And Undocking Device Modules Performing A Temporary Undocking Performing A Full Module Undocking Removing Fixed Storage Modules...

  • Page 5: Preface

    The Access system is designed to be used by individuals who are familiar with good laboratory practices (GLP)1 or a similar laboratory safety program. Access system operators must read this guide before using the Access system. Technical Support Resources For technical support issues, support requests can be submitted via email to support@labcyte.com. For telephone support, call (877) 742-6548.

  • Page 6: Related Documentation

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Related Documentation Related Documentation Related Labcyte documentation consists of the following publications: Tempo™ Automation Control Software User Guide Access™ Single and Dual Robot System Site Prep Guide Access™ Single (SRS) and Dual Robot (DRS) System Specifications Echo®...

  • Page 7: Product And Safety Labels

    LABCYTE INC. USER GUIDE|Access™ Dual Robot System CHAPTER 2 | Product And Safety Labels 2 | Product And Safety Labels Listed below are the product and safety labels on the Access system components (the list may vary, depending on the configuration of your system).
  • Page 8 USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Figure 2: Access System - Product Safety Labels Locations PN | 001-15357...
  • Page 9 CHAPTER 2 | Product And Safety Labels Figure 3: Access System - Compressed Air Label Location Figure 4: Access System - Laser Hazard Label Location...
  • Page 10 USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Figure 5: Access System - Trip Hazard Label Locations Figure 6: Access System - Product Label Location PN | 001-15357...
  • Page 11 This label reminds you to take normal safety precautions when operating and working around an Warning Access system. Label This label includes Labcyte corporate identification, product identification, product serial number, Product regulatory agency marks, origin of manufacture, date of manufacture, input power specifications, Label...

  • Page 12: Compressed Air

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Compressed Air Compressed Air The Compressed Air label indicates the danger of a compressed dry air (CDA) jet puncturing the skin. Corrosive Chemicals The Corrosive Chemicals label reminds the user to keep corrosive agents, or otherwise damaging material, away from all Access system components.

  • Page 13: Electrical Hazard

    Class 1 or Class 2 laser light hazards under normal operating conditions (with instrument covers on). Product Label The Access System Product label includes Labcyte corporate identification, product identification, product serial number, regulatory agency marks, origin of manufacture, date of manufacture, input power specifications, WEEE symbol, and the CE mark.

  • Page 14: Tip Hazard

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Tip Hazard Tip Hazard The Tip Hazard label indicates that the module can be tipped over if someone is actively pushing on it. Trip Hazard The Trip Hazard label draws attention to an obstacle or a change in elevation that presents the potential hazard. PN | 001-15357...

  • Page 15: Safety Warnings

    Keep your hands, fingers, and clothing clear of the robot and moving parts of other devices. Use good laboratory practices and follow the manufacturer’s precautions when working with chemicals. Labcyte is not responsible or liable for any damages as a result of, or as a consequence of, the use of hazardous chemicals.

  • Page 16: System Emergency Stop Estop Button

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System System Emergency Stop ESTOP Button System Emergency Stop ESTOP Button The Access DRS has six ESTOP buttons, all located on control panels, within easy reach regardless of where you are standing next to the system. For example, if a module is undocked, another ESTOP button is within reach if you need to dock it. Figure 8: ESTOP Button Pressing an ESTOP button disables motor power to the robot, air power throughout the system, and any integrated devices that provide support for the E-Stop connection such as an Echo liquid handler.
  • Page 17 Light Tower System State Alerts CHAPTER 3 | Safety Warnings Table 3: Access System Light Tower Color Alert States (continued) YELLOW GREEN State of the Access System Description Light Light Light Pausing runs Solid Access system is still running. Access system has runs in progress, however, the user Paused all runs Solid has paused the runs.

  • Page 18: Alarm Alerts In Tempo

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Light Tower System State Alerts Alarm Alerts In Tempo System alerts are also triggered and appear in the Alarms and Workcell tabs in Tempo. See the sections "Alarms" and "Workcell" in the Tempo Automation Control Software User Guide, Version 2.0 for more information. Alarms Tab The following figure shows the Alarms tab when there is an active Robot E-Stop alarm.

  • Page 19: Interlock Sensors

    Interlock Sensors CHAPTER 3 | Safety Warnings Figure 11: Workcell Tab - Yellow Icon Indicates Open Door Interlock Sensors The Access DRS has 16 interlock sensors for enclosure access panels including doors, blanking panels, tunnel doors.The system relies on the sensors to guarantee a safe operation of the system at all times. The impact of a triggered sensor on the system during operation or when it is idle depends on the location and the type of sensor.

  • Page 20: Lid Presence Sensors

    Labcyte recommends to not use Teach mode to execute runs on the system. The robot speed is slowed to approximately 200 mm per second in maintenance mode so that it does not pose any safety hazards.

  • Page 21: System Requirements

    200 Torr, flow rate 70 Lpm. Laboratory Floor Requirements Note: Before purchasing an Access system, a Labcyte Representative will come on site to survey the floor to ensure it meets the following specifications required for installation when a system has docking capabilities.

  • Page 22: Supported Software Versions

    25 Position Random Access Plate Hotels: Max Labware Height allowed (including lids) = 15.9mm 20 Position Random Access Plate Hotels: Max Labware Height allowed (including lids) = 23.2mm Automation compatible, low profile or Labcyte MicroClime lids For Labcyte Echo Qualified Labware specifications, please see http://www.labcyte.com/support/specification-sheets...

  • Page 23: Safe System Configurations

    LABCYTE INC. USER GUIDE|Access™ Dual Robot System CHAPTER 5 | System Dimensions 5 | System Dimensions The Access™ Dual Robot System is a modular and configurable automation platform optimized for sample management workflows and integration with the new Echo® 655T Liquid Handler. It has a compact and ergonomic design with docking modules, turntables, slide out shelves, and drawers.

  • Page 24: Device Module 1

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Device Module 1 Device Module 1 This section provides a right front view and top view of a device module with several devices including: a labeler, peeler, centrifuge, and PlateLoc. Figure 12: Device Module 1- Right Front View Table 5: Callout table for Device Module 1- Right Front View Callout Number Device Name...
  • Page 25 Device Module 1 CHAPTER 5 | System Dimensions Figure 13: Device Module 1 - Right Top View...

  • Page 26: Device Module 2

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Device Module 2 Device Module 2 This section provides a right front view and top view of a device module with several devices including: a nest, centrifuge, and the PlateLoc. Figure 14: Device Module 2 - Right Front View Table 6: Callout Table for Device Module 2 - Front View Callout Number Device Name...
  • Page 27 Device Module 2 CHAPTER 5 | System Dimensions Figure 15: Device Module 2 -Top View...

  • Page 28: Echo Module

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Echo Module Echo Module This section contains a front and top view of the Echo module. Figure 16: Echo Module - Front View Table 7: Callout table for Echo Module - Front View Callout Number Name Echo Nest...
  • Page 29 Echo Module CHAPTER 5 | System Dimensions Figure 17: Echo Module - Top View...

  • Page 30: Ambistore Storage Module

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System AmbiStore Storage Module AmbiStore Storage Module This section provides a front and top view of the AmbiStore storage module. Figure 18: Storage Module - AmbiStore Front View PN | 001-15357...
  • Page 31 AmbiStore Storage Module CHAPTER 5 | System Dimensions Figure 19: Storage Module - AmbiStore Top View...

  • Page 32: Microserve Storage Module

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System MicroServe Storage Module MicroServe Storage Module This section provides a back and top view of the MicroServe storage module. Figure 20: Storage Module - MicroServe Front View PN | 001-15357...
  • Page 33 MicroServe Storage Module CHAPTER 5 | System Dimensions Figure 21: Storage Module - MicroServe Top View...

  • Page 34: Cytomat Storage Module

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Cytomat Storage Module Cytomat Storage Module This section provides a front and top view of the Cytomat storage module. Figure 22: Storage Module - Cytomat Side View PN | 001-15357...
  • Page 35 Cytomat Storage Module CHAPTER 5 | System Dimensions Figure 23: Storage Module - Cytomat Top View...

  • Page 36: Robot Cell

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Robot Cell Robot Cell Figure 24: Robot Cell - Front View Figure 25: Robot Cell - Top View PN | 001-15357...

  • Page 37: Interacting With The Access System

    LABCYTE INC. USER GUIDE|Access™ Dual Robot System CHAPTER 6 | Interacting With The Access System 6 | Interacting With The Access System This section describes basic interactions an operator has with the Access system. Using Control Panel Buttons And Switches...
  • Page 38 USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Using Control Panel Buttons And Switches Table 8: System Control Panel Button Descriptions (continued) Button Name User Action/Description on the system as the robot speed is slowed to approximately 200mm per second. Figure 27: Module Control Panel Buttons Table 9: Module Control Panel Button Descriptions Button Name User Action/Description...

  • Page 39: Control Panel Button Locations On The Access System

    Using Control Panel Buttons And Switches CHAPTER 6 | Interacting With The Access System Control Panel Button Locations On The Access System The following figure indicates where the control panel buttons are located on the Access system. Figure 28: Control Panel Buttons - Location On Access System Table 10: Callout table forControl Panel Buttons - Location On Access System Callout Number Name...

  • Page 40: Opening Doors And Panels

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Opening Doors And Panels Figure 30: Access System Main Disconnect Switch in OFF position Opening Doors And Panels To open doors or panels: Access system doors and panels are "handleless" with door latches and safety sensors. To open a door or panel, rotate the latch and grab behind the door to open it.

  • Page 41: Operating Device Shelves

    If a robot move to a device on the shelf is in progress and the shelf gets extended, the robot attemps to place the plate since the move had already been scheduled. Labcyte recommends that you pause Tempo (complete all moves and jobs in progress) before opening a door and extending a shelf.
  • Page 42 USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Operating Device Shelves Figure 33: Device Shelf Extended On Echo Module Figure 34: Correct Method Of Sliding A Device Shelf With Waste Bottle Underneath PN | 001-15357...

  • Page 43: Docking And Undocking Device Modules

    Docking And Undocking Device Modules CHAPTER 6 | Interacting With The Access System Docking And Undocking Device Modules Note: Crush hazard. Ensure parts are, and will remain, stationary before servicing. You can dock and undock a device module two ways: Performing A Temporary Undocking Useful if you need to access the inside of the robot cell Runs can continue after you redock the module and reinitialize the system...

  • Page 44: Performing A Full Module Undocking

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Docking And Undocking Device Modules Figure 37: Pull Module Back One Meter 5. Conduct maintenance or adjust the robot so that it is functioning normally. 6. To redock, guide the module close to the Access system. 7.
  • Page 45 Docking And Undocking Device Modules CHAPTER 6 | Interacting With The Access System Figure 38: Disconnecting The Cabling Table 11: Callout table for Disconnecting The Cabling Callout Number Name I-O cable AC power All Ethernet connections USB connections Air/Vacuum Ground wire 5.
  • Page 46 USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Docking And Undocking Device Modules Figure 39: Cable Hanger Figure 40: Cables Hooked On To Hanger d. Reset the system by pressing the blue RESET button located on the Access system Control Panel. e.

  • Page 47: Removing Fixed Storage Modules

    Removing Fixed Storage Modules CHAPTER 6 | Interacting With The Access System Figure 41: Lift HVAC Coupling Assembly Up And Out 7. Turn the butterfly valve a quarter turn counter-clockwise to close the facility supply to the air conditioning. Figure 42: Turn Butterfly Valve To Turn Off Air 8.

  • Page 48: Loading And Unloading Labware

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Loading And Unloading Labware Figure 43: AmbiStore Module - Manual Latches Figure 44: Manual Latch Zoomed - Pull to Unlatch And Push to Latch Loading And Unloading Labware To load plates when a run is in progress or to conduct maintenance, you need to manually unlock the AmbiStore or MicroServe storage module from the dual robot cell.
  • Page 49 Loading And Unloading Labware CHAPTER 6 | Interacting With The Access System Figure 45: AmbiStore Fixed Storage Module...

  • Page 50: Accessing The Plateloc Ikit

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Accessing The PlateLoc iKit Accessing The PlateLoc iKit The PlateLoc has its own rail which is integrated to a fixed table so that the device can be extended and retracted. The range of extension is enough to access the back, front, and side of the device.

  • Page 51: Manually Rotating The Turntable

    Using The Echo Turntable For Standalone Use CHAPTER 6 | Interacting With The Access System Echo Mode Description processing protocol. A system has two Echo devices, where one Echo is running a protocol, but the Echo on the Turntable is not in use. The following topics provide steps to transition the Echo Turntable to and from Standalone mode.
  • Page 52 USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Using The Echo Turntable For Standalone Use Figure 48: Turntable Door Position Sensors Table 14: Callout table for Turntable Sensors Callout Number Name Description Turntable Sensors Detects if the tunnel door is fully open, partially open, or fully closed. 2.

  • Page 53: Transition The Echo Turntable From Standalone Mode To Online Mode

    Using The Echo Turntable For Standalone Use CHAPTER 6 | Interacting With The Access System Transition The Echo Turntable From Standalone Mode To Online Mode To transition the Echo Turntable from Standalone mode to Online, follow these steps: 1. Rotate the Echo Turntable from Standalone position to the Home position and lock it into Home position. 2.

  • Page 54: Transition The Echo Turntable From Online Mode To Standalone Mode

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Using The Echo Turntable For Standalone Use Transition The Echo Turntable From Online Mode To Standalone Mode The steps below describe the standard operating procedure for transitioning the Echo Turntable from Online to Standalone mode when connected to Tempo.
  • Page 55 Using The Echo Turntable For Standalone Use CHAPTER 6 | Interacting With The Access System Figure 52: Workcell Tab-Tunnel Doors Closed 5. Once the Tunnel door is closed, the Echo is in Standalone mode and becomes unavailable to use within Tempo protocols until it is transitioned back to Online mode.
  • Page 56 USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Using The Echo Turntable For Standalone Use Figure 53: Echo Standalone Mode Figure 54: Echo Standalone Position - Abort Run Dialog Box 7. The run, which the Echo Turntable is reserved for, is paused and the dialog box above lists two option:. a.

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    Standalone. To fix this error, you need to physically transition the Echo Turntable from Standalone mode to the Online mode/Home position. Figure 56: Echo Error - Physical Echo Set To Standalone For additional support, please contact your local Labcyte Support Representative.
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  • Page 59: Basic Operations

    LABCYTE INC. USER GUIDE|Access™ Dual Robot System CHAPTER 7 | Basic Operations 7 | Basic Operations This section describes Access system basic operations, including: Starting The Access System Starting The Tempo Software Initializing System Devices Setting Up Before A Run...
  • Page 60 USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Starting The Access System Figure 57: Alarms Tab - Access System Status 4. If the Door Relay alarm is yellow, click Workcell tab to view which doors are open. Closed door indicators are green and open door indicators are yellow.
  • Page 61 Starting The Access System CHAPTER 7 | Basic Operations 5. Manually close all open doors to Access system enclosure. Figure 58: Workcell Tab - Open Door Indicators 6. After you determine the Access system is idle and all doors are closed. Click the Initialize Devicesbutton on the Alarms tab.

  • Page 62: Starting The Tempo Software

    Starting The Tempo Software Double-click Tempo software icon on the Windows desktop. 2. Open the Start menu. a. Select Start > All Programs > Labcyte > Tempo > Tempo Software b. Select the Tempo application. Figure 59: Directory Location of the Tempo Software Note: To create a shortcut to Tempo Software on the conputer desktop, right click on Tempo Software icon and select Send to, then Desktop.

  • Page 63: Initializing System Devices

    Initializing System Devices CHAPTER 7 | Basic Operations Initializing System Devices To initialize system devices: 1. From the Tempo Command Ribbon, click File, or click on the Gear icon to display a drop-down menu. 2. Click Initialize to display the Tempo System Initialization screen. Figure 60: File System Commands 3.

  • Page 64: Setting Up Before A Run

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Setting Up Before A Run Figure 61: Tempo System Initialization As each device initializes successfully, the icon next to the device name quickly cycles through different icons until a green circle with checkmark appears, signaling that initialization is successful. The devices also indicate firmware version when the initialization is complete.
  • Page 65 Setting Up Before A Run CHAPTER 7 | Basic Operations locations that contain plates. Note: You can set up a Tempo protocol before loading the plates and then assign the plate locations. If using a bulk filler, fill the bulk filler bottles with appropriate fluid: water, DMSO, or other reagent. Ensure that the matching Echo plate insert for your source plates is either in the Echo device or on the appropriate Plate Insert rack (last two positions on the accessory rack).

  • Page 66: Shutting Down The Access System

    To restart the Access system, see the section Starting The Access System in the Access Single and Dual Robot System Hardware User Guide. If the system is being started after a transport or extended down time, check with a Labcyte representative for more information. Unplanned Shutdown Shut down by the Building Management System (BMS) - If the Access system receives a signal from the BMS to shut down, the system stops all runs in progress and runs in the scheduler queue.

  • Page 67: Shutting Down The Software Only

    Shutting Down The Access System CHAPTER 7 | Basic Operations Shutting Down The Software Only To shut down the software only : 1. From the Command Ribbon, click File or click on the Gear icon to display the System Menu. 2.

  • Page 68: Shutting Down By The Building Management System

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Shutting Down The Access System Figure 66: Access System Main Disconnect Switch Shutting Down By The Building Management System If configured at your site, the BMS notifies the Access system if there is a loss of main power. Both the hardware and software shut down occurs in a controlled manner.

  • Page 69: Recovering From An Emergency Shutdown

    Recovering From An Emergency Shutdown CHAPTER 7 | Basic Operations Recovering From An Emergency Shutdown When you press the E-STOP button, the Access system stops robots or devices in progress and released clean dry air (CDA). Protocols in progress are aborted and cannot be restarted. When an E-Stop is triggered, Tempo displays the E-Stop Alarm Instructions, which are located on the Systems menu >...
  • Page 70 USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Recovering From An Emergency Shutdown Figure 69: Move Robot/Gripper Arm To Safe Position 4. Make sure that all ESTOP buttons in the system are disengaged. 5. Return all components back to their locations and close all doors. 6.
  • Page 71 Recovering From An Emergency Shutdown CHAPTER 7 | Basic Operations Figure 70: Sample Error Screen - Robot Device...
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  • Page 73: Maintenance

    The Access system requires weekly and yearly maintenance procedures. Weekly maintenance is conducted by the user. Yearly maintenance is provided by Labcyte field service representatives if the Access system is still under warranty or under a service contract.

  • Page 74: Inspect The Locating Features

    USER GUIDE | Access™ Dual Robot System Weekly Maintenance Inspect The Locating Features To inspect the locating features: 1. Inspect the locating features for scratches or wear. 2. Apply a thin coat of GPL 207 lubricant to the locating ramps. Figure 72: Apply Lubricant To Ramps Change The Echo Coupling Fluid For instructions, refer to the Echo®...

  • Page 75: Check The Suction Cups

    Purge water vapor by depressing the drain valve at the bottom of the regulator. Figure 74: Purge Water Vapor Yearly Maintenance For systems under service contract or warranty, Labcyte conducts an annual product maintenance (PM). The annual PM covers the following items: Grease all moving interference components (docking lead screw and bearings)
  • Page 76 +1 408 747−2000 support@labcyte.com Other © 2019 Labcyte Inc. All rights reserved. Labcyte®, Echo®, MicroClime®, the Labcyte logo, and Access™ are registered trademarks or trademarks of Labcyte Inc., in the U.S. and/or other countries. MAN-2019-2.0 FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.

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