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nCounter Pro Analysis System User Manual
9.
The 'Tip Sheaths' screen will appear (Figure 23).
Tip sheaths are used to reduce the amount of
consumable waste. They allow the system to
dedicate tips to a set of 6 samples and store them
while processing the other 6 samples.
Place the tip sheaths on the deck and press firmly
into place.
Press next.
10.
The 'Sample Cartridge' screen will appear (Figure 24). Carefully place a cartridge under the
electrode fixture with the barcode to the right and logo to the left (Figure 25).
Make sure that it is seated completely in the machined depression. If it is not seated properly, the
electrodes may become bent. Press next.
Figure 24: The 'Sample Cartridge' screen.
11.
The 'Electrode Fixture' screen will appear (Figure 26). Slowly lower the electrode fixture into
place over the cartridge using even pressure, until it clicks (Figure 27). The 24 electrodes should
insert into the 24 wells. Stop if you encounter any resistance and check that all electrodes are
clearing the wells before proceeding. Press next.
IMPORTANT:
prevent the fixture from locking. Press on the body of the fixture away from the release
handle (Figure 27).
FOR RESEARCH USE ONLY. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
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Do not use the release handle while lowering the fixture. Doing so will
Figure 23: The 'Tip Sheaths' screen.
Figure 25: Insert an unused cartridge into the
Prep Station in the orientation shown.
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