Placing The Instrument - Molecular Devices ImageXpress Pico Installation Manual

8. With one person on each end, lift the instrument to a dry, flat surface.
9. Remove the instrument from the plastic bag.
CAUTION! Retain the shipping box and all packing materials. You will need them when
you pack the instrument for transport.

Placing the Instrument

Consider the following when placing the instrument:
Set the instrument on a stable, dry, flat surface.
Avoid setting up the instrument near any sources of vibration, such as a centrifuge.
During installation, you will need to access the back of the instrument to connect the
cables.
Do not position the instrument so that it is difficult to operate the power switch on the front.
After installation, allow at least 20 cm (7.9 in.) clearance on all sides of the instrument.
Do not slide or push the instrument to move it. Sliding or pushing can damage the feet on
the bottom of the instrument. Always lift the instrument to move it. See
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CAUTION! Lift the instrument from the bottom; avoid lifting from the top cover.
Keep the instrument upright and level when lifting. Do not tip or shake the
instrument.
for details.
Chapter 2: Setting Up the ImageXpress Pico System
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