Molecular Devices MultiWash+ User Manual page 16

MicroWash+ Microplate Washer User Guide
4. Connect the blue quick-fit connector on the dispense tubing to the blue connector on
the top of the instrument.
5. Press down on the black top of the pinch valve and then slip the dispense tubing into the
slot.
Figure 1-8: Dispense Tubing in Pinch Valve
6. Make sure that the tubing is fully inserted into the slot and then release the pinch valve.
7. Slide the other end of the dispense tubing onto the blue connector on the manifold.
8. Place the manifold on the horizontal manifold holder with the needles pointing down
and the mounting pins pointing to the rear of the instrument.
Figure 1-9: Placing the Manifold on the Manifold Holder
9. Set the mounting pins into the slots on the top of the manifold holder.
10. Close the clear cover.
After you start the instrument, make sure that the correct manifold is selected in the set up
options. See
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Note: Make sure that there is enough slack in the dispense tubing
on both sides of the pinch valve to allow for vertical movement of
the manifold and to allow fluid to flow freely through the tubing.
Selecting the Installed Manifold on page 115.
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