Reliability - Labcyte Echo 520 User Manual

1.2.2 Reliability

The Echo liquid handler has been designed for heavy duty-cycles and
reliable operation. Compared to operating and maintaining existing liquid
handling equipment, Echo technology offers the customer a simpler,
trouble-free device.
Proactive control and monitoring of the systems reduce lost operational
time or material if an error occurs:
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When a problem is detected, the following actions occur:
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Multiple sensors monitor the coupling fluid system. One sensor
monitors the fluid level in the acoustic coupler catch basin. Another
sensor monitors for fluid at the low point of the bottom pan.
Compressed air and vacuum systems are monitored for correct supply
and operation.
Each of the moving mechanisms includes multiple sensors that define
home positions and absolute limits, reducing the possibility of
mechanical interference or misalignment.
The coupling fluid pump immediately turns off (depending on the
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problem).
Front and rear panel fault lamps and LCD messages notify the
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operator that a problem has occurred.
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ActiveX events notify remote systems that are connected to the
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Echo liquid handler.