Thermo Scientific Applied Biosystems ProFlex PCR System Quick Reference

ProFlex PCR System Installation and Operation
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Catalog Numbers 4483636, 4483637, 4483638, 4484071, 4484073, 4484074, 4484075, 4484076, 4484078
Pub. No. 4483807 Rev. G
Note: For safety and biohazard guidelines, see the "Safety"
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appendix in the ProFlex PCR System User Guide (Pub. No.
MAN0007697). Read the Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and follow
the handling instructions. Wear appropriate protective eyewear,
clothing, and gloves.
Product description
This document summarizes procedures for installing and using
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the ProFlex Thermal Cycler, with "better than gradient
technology. For detailed instructions, see the ProFlex
System User Guide (Pub. No. MAN0007697).
Figure 1 ProFlex 3 × 32‑Well PCR System
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Required materials not provided
• Can of compressed air (For use in cleaning wells of sample
block).
• (Optional) Electrical protective devices.
Note: The use of one or more of the following electrical
protective devices is recommended.
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Power line regulator (1.5 kVA)
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Surge protector/line conditioner (10-kVA)
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Uninterruptible power supply (1.5-kVA)
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
Set up the ProFlex
IMPORTANT!
need to ship the instrument in for service.
1. Open the shipping crate to unpack the ProFlex
Cycler. The instrument is contained in three boxes; one with
the base module, a second with the sample block, and the
third containing accessories.
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2. Remove the packaging material, then inspect the instrument
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PCR
for shipping damage.
Figure 2 ProFlex
Figure 3 ProFlex
accessories packaging
3. Use compressed air to clear out each well of the sample
block to remove particles that may have collected inside
during shipping.
4. Place the instrument at an installation site that:
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Thermal Cycler
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Save the packing materials and box in case you
Base module packaging
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3x32-Well Sample Block and
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Meets the spatial and weight requirements for the
thermal cycler (see "Technical specifications" on
page 7).
Is within 1 m (3 ft) of a 800-VA power receptacle.
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Thermal