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  • Page 1 Operating Manual BiO.Li.X! Storage Range STT1k0...
  • Page 2 No license is granted by acquisition of the product for any patent or patent rights of LiCONiC. If the user does not follow the instructions given in this manual, LiCONiC does not take any responsibility for injuries or damages caused by the LiCONiC product.
  • Page 3 History Page Document Change History Date Version Changes Author 14.01.2022 Release; Version Tracking Ralf Kindle BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Contents About the Product and its Manual ................8 Intended Use ......................8 Unintended Use ......................8 Product Identification....................8 Scope of Delivery ......................8 General ........................9 Definitions ........................9 Target User Group ...................... 9 Importance of the Safety Instructions ................9 Labels ........................
  • Page 5 Accessories ......................26 Kiwi Store Cassettes for STT1k0 Stores ..............26 Transfer Stations ....................... 27 4.2.1 Standard Transfer Station ....................27 4.2.2 Slide Station ........................27 4.2.3 Shuttle Slide Station ......................27 4.2.4 Step Stations ........................28 4.2.5 Customized Transfer Stations .................... 28 BiOLiX Store STT1k0 installation ................29 Customer installation guide ..................
  • Page 6 Sample Management Software ................58 Order File ........................58 7.1.1 Simple order file ......................... 58 7.1.2 Complex order file......................59 Import – Export Interface ................... 60 7.2.1 Import ..........................60 Create Import ........................62 Trigger Import ........................65 7.2.2 Export ..........................66 Create Export ........................
  • Page 7 Technical Data ....................... 112 Mechanics ....................... 112 Electronics ......................112 9.2.1 Robotics .......................... 112 9.2.2 Cooling ..........................112 9.2.3 Communication ........................ 112 Pneumatics ......................112 Water (optional) ...................... 112 Cooling........................113 9.5.1 Air cooled ........................113 9.5.2 Water cooled ........................113 Overall Dimensions ....................

  • Page 8: About The Product And Its Manual

    The LiCONiC Kiwi Store is intended for storage, identification and transfer of Microplates and Tubes. It is to be applied exclusively in the research field. The LiCONiC Kiwi Store is intended to work as a stand alone unit or an element in an automated system.

  • Page 9: General

    General The LiCONiC Kiwi Store is a complete product for end users. Setup of equipment is conducted by LiCONiC Engineers or by LiCONiC trained and certified personnel. Definitions Operator: Any person who uses the equipment for its intended purpose. System Integrator:...

  • Page 10: Labels

    Labels Throughout this publication, Warning Notices are to be interpreted as follows: WARNING! Indicates the possibility of severe personal injury, loss of life or equipment damage if instructions are not followed. CAUTION! Indicates the possibility of severe equipment damage if instructions are not followed.

  • Page 11: Extreme Temperature Hazards

    General Safety Regulations 1.11.1 Legal Requirements Please consult the Manufacturer's Declaration, delivered with each unit by LiCONiC AG, listing all applied directives and standards. In Europe, the System Integrator must provide a Conformity Declaration upon final installation of the entire system. BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0...

  • Page 12: General Inspection And Maintenance Duties

    Only an authorized Engineer shall carry out inspection, maintenance and repair tasks. 1.11.3 Spare Parts to be used Only original LiCONiC Spare Parts may be used. If other parts are used during the normal warranty period, the manufacturer's guarantee may be invalidated. 1.11.4 Modifications Modifications shall only be carried out by an authorized Engineer.

  • Page 13: Biolix Stt Kiwi Stores

    Biolix STT Kiwi Stores STT1k0 Kiwi Store 2.1.1 Store The Biolix STT1k0 Kiwi Store is the most compact Storage with Integrated Handling that covers tube and plate storage needs at –20°C and 4°C. The Biolix Kiwi Store Series offers dry climate storage. They are intended for small laboratory use and movable solution.

  • Page 14: Features

    2.1.2 Features The units have compact dimensions. The unit has a user front door which allows comfortable and easy access for manual operation. The internal glass door allows visual inspection of the content and operation of the system without disturbing the internal climate.
  • Page 15 Service Storage Access Doors BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 16: Configuration And Capacity Overview

    2.1.3 Configuration and Capacity Overview The Systems are structured by their capacity in Microtiter plates (MTP) and their climate. They are Stand Alone units with the possibility to be integrated into a robotic Platform. The height of transfer position of the units is ~1000mm above ground. Capacity: System Type: STT1k0 Kiwi Store...
  • Page 17 For detailed systems dimensions please contact LiCONiC AG. These Dimensions are standard at the time of the creation of the manual and may be subject to change BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...
  • Page 18 Configuration: Default Configuration single level – 20 Cassettes 1250mm Configuration bi-level – 40 Cassettes 505 / 645 mm BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 19: Options

    Options Climate 3.1.1 Overview Name Temperature Humidity +04…+25°C DC2 Dry Storage 04..50%RH DF Deep Freezer -20..00°C 02..45%RH The DF and DC2 Stores are designated for the use as compound storage or for storing DNA. 3.1.2 Cooling Within all units the air is actively dried by forcing the air through an evaporator. This allows cooling and actively drying the air.

  • Page 20: Specifications

    Specifications Measuring Range 0..100 % RH Accuracy@23°C ±1.5 % RH ±0.1 °C Temp. Resolution Bit / 0.02% Bit / 0.1°C Sensor RS485 Temperature HMP110 Humidity Adjustment E2-PROM BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 21: Identification

    Identification 3.2.1 Barcode reader A Bar Code Reader is installed on the Lift Assembly. It allows the reading of Bar Codes on plates stored in the cassettes. Bar Codes have to be printed on the shorter side of the plates and have to face outwards to the Lift Assembly. Cassettes Lift Assembly...

  • Page 22: Falcon Eye Fe2D-138 Scanner

    3.2.2 Falcon Eye FE2D-138 scanner A 2D code whole rack scanner can be integrated into the systems. It allows the reading of 2D Codes of a whole rack at once under controlled climate condition. To read the 2D codes, the rack needs moved as a whole to the reader. Supported 2D code Types The optional 2D code reader recognizes the following 2D code types.

  • Page 23: Tube Handling

    The Kiwi units are distinguished through the capability to hold a tub handling unit under climatized conditions. The tube Handling is able to handle most tube types. The tube handling is integrated into the Liconic System and allows it to work under control climate conditions.

  • Page 24: Options

    SBS 48 SBS 60 The use of HD formats on existing devices is possible but should be confirmed with a Liconic representative. Software configuration changes and teaching is required in any case. Revolving Head Option This option allows the tube handling to hold two endeffectors for different tube formats.

  • Page 25: Side Code Reader With Rotating Endeffector

    Custom Tube Handlings For specific application custom solutions may be offered. These custom solutions will build on the mentioned features or a combination of them. Please contact Liconic for further information. BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 26: Accessories

    The System Capacity depends on the specific configuration. The Kiwi Store can handle almost every plate or tube racks in SBS format currently available on the market. For optimum performance LiCONiC offers a variety of cassettes. Store Cassette Example BiO.Li.X!

  • Page 27: Transfer Stations

    Transfer Stations LiCONiC offer a wide range of transfer stations for different applications. Please contact LiCONiC for detailed information on compatibility and special hand off requirements. Almost the whole range of transfer stations known from the Liconic Incubator product range can be used with the STT1k0.

  • Page 28: Step Stations

    Further transfer station solutions are available. They are ranging from orientation rotation to combinations of linear displacement and rotation to full direct integration of grippers and specific equipment. The solutions LiCONiC can offer in this regards are sheer endless. For specific requirements contact LiCONiC.

  • Page 29: Biolix Store Stt1K0 Installation

    System Installation BiOLiX Store STT1k0 installation The STT1k0 is an out of the box system, needing only minor on-site installation. Therefore, this system might be installed by authorized integrators or distributors. BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 30: Customer Installation Guide

    Customer installation guide 5.1.1 Complete System Overview 3D-View Control Logic Cold Store Transfer Station Cold Store Top view Picker Compartment Transfer Station Power Supply 2x 230 VAC Cold Store Electronic Cabinet Service Door BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 31: Panel Locations

    5.1.2 Panel Locations 2.5 Cooling Water Connection (optional) 3.4 Electrical Connection Store 3.3 Electrical Connection Cooling unit Store Picker Compartment BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 32: General Requirements

    Temperature: max. 22 °C Humidity: < 40% Room height 2.1 m Floor load Recommended 500 kg/m^2 (for smaller load specifications please consult clearance recommendations with Liconic Applications team, case-by-case approval required) Point load 250 kg Heat dissipation < 2kW Flatness...

  • Page 33: Refrigeration

    Refrigeration 5.2.1 Refrigeration Elements Overview Cooler 230 VAC Air Vents cooling Optional Water connection Cold Store BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 34: Electrical Refrigeration Principles

    Electrical Refrigeration Principles Water Cooler Inlet (optional) Coolant R410A/R449A Water Cooler Outlet (optional) 5.2.3 Cold Water Cooler (optional) External water cooler Cold water in typ. ~14°C Room AC Cooling connection Liconic Store Cold water return typ. ~30°C BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 35: Typical Water Cooler Integration

    5.2.4 Typical Water Cooler Integration Cooling water return line Cooling water inlet Water shut-off valve BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 36: Cooling Water Connection

    5.2.5 Cooling Water Connection Refrigeration cooling water OUT ¾” Refrigeration cooling water IN ¾“ BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 37: Requirements Cooling Water (Optional)

    5.2.6 Requirements Cooling Water (optional) Requirement Details Cooling Media: Water Water quality: Tap water quality, clear Suspended solids: None Conductivity: 50-600 uS/cm Hardness: < 8° dH CO2 aggressive: None Iron: < 0.3 mg/L Manganese: < 0.05 mg/L Sulfate: < 250 mg/L Chloride: <...

  • Page 38: Electrics

    Electrics 5.3.1 Overview Power 230 VAC cooler Power 230VAC UPS Store BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 39: Electrical Connections System

    5.3.2 Electrical Connections System Storage unit low Power 230VAC (handling) Storage unit high Power 230VAC (cooling) System comm. Ports Handling / BCR / Tube Picker / 2D-BCR BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 40: Requirements

    5.3.3 Requirements Requirement Details 230V / 50Hz 1 Phases Supply Refrigeration Store Fuse: 16A (Type: D) Connector: Type C16, 16A 3-Pol: L, N, G Power consumption Typically: Refrigeration Current: 8 - 10 A Voltage: 230V / 50Hz Power: 1.2 - 2 kW Supply Logic Control Unit 230V / 50Hz UPS protection Store...

  • Page 41: Gassing Installation

    Gassing Installation 5.4.1 Kiwi Store Gassing and Backup Options The Kiwi Store series supports a wide selection of gassing and backup options. Typical properties of some commonly used options are described next. There are other gassing options available. Note that each gassing and backup option is linked to specific risks and hazards.
  • Page 42 WARNING ! ➢ In their liquid state inert gases are extremely cold fluids which can cause serious burns when in contact with the skin ➢ A cryogenic spill often gives a low-lying cloud of vapor that creeps along the ground When a cryogenic liquid is released into the atmosphere, it evaporates and forms a dense cloud.

  • Page 43: General Safety Instructions

    General Safety Instructions When working with inert gases prevent contact of liquid gas, cold vapors, or "snow" with exposed skin. Prevent entrapment of liquid in closed systems. Use only in well ventilated areas. Compressed gas cylinders contain gaseous and liquid gas at extremely high pressure and should be handled with care.

  • Page 44: Testing Of Oxygen Or Gas Content

    • Limited access and exits • Increased likelihood of gas accumulation through leaks • Increased asphyxiation risk • Fire and explosion hazard To be considered as confined spaces are the inside rooms of a building, laboratory rooms, machine pits, culverts, basement trenches for piping. When working in confined spaces, it is advisable that operators and other personnel are fully aware of the hazards of oxygen deficiency and adopt the following practices: •...

  • Page 45: Work Permit

    Testing the oxygen content is desirable, although attention must be drawn to the fact that an analyzer alone is not absolute protection. Such equipment can always malfunction, unexpectedly be out of adjustment or detectors can be improperly positioned. Testing of oxygen content should therefore only be considered as an aid to the detection of a lack of oxygen.

  • Page 46: Backup Refrigeration Installation

    5.4.4 Backup Refrigeration installation On installations preferably choose pressurized liquid gas storage cylinders rather than wall outlets. The use of cylinders will limit the amount of gas being spilled in case of fatal failure. Whenever a wall outlet installation is chosen, make sure that there is a remote shut off valve installed outside the room where the liquid is used.

  • Page 47: Specific Advice For Ln2 Liquid Nitrogen

    5.4.5 Specific Advice for LN2 Liquid Nitrogen Properties of Nitrogen Nitrogen is colorless, odorless and tasteless, as gas or liquid. It is nontoxic and non-flammable at atmospheric temperatures and pressures. A specific gravity of 0.9669 makes nitrogen slightly lighter than air. Nitrogen is mainly found in the atmosphere, where it accounts for 78.1% by volume of the air we breathe.

  • Page 48: Refill Ln2 Liquid Nitrogen Cylinder

    artificial respiration to support vital functions. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Victim and rescuers must seek immediate medical attention. Ventilate area and attempt to shut off the release of gas by tightening the main valve. If it is not possible to stop the release of gas, allow the gas to be released there.

  • Page 49: Manual Operation

    Manual Operation Power-On STT The instruments power is activated by the main switch. The instrument is turned on by pressing the power switch located at the front of the instrument. After power- on the climate portion of the instrument is activated automatically. An alarm will sound.
  • Page 50 Toggle Multi-Function Function Description Switch Toggle (< 1sec) Initialize Unit initializes (after power on) Toggle (< 1sec) Carousel turns one Carousel turns to the next (Unit initialized) position further cassette position. (STT1k0 only) Hold (Unit initialized) Carousel turns Carousel turns till switch is released (STT1k0 only) Hold in case of Alert Acknowledge Alert...

  • Page 51: Climate Settings

    Climate Settings 6.2.1 Temperature Settings System Temperature is pre-set. Temperature should only be changed by a qualified system administrator or LiCONiC engineer. 6.2.2 Humidity Settings Humidity is kept as low as possible and is not adjustable. BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 52: The Robot Gate

    The Robot Gate The robot gate is located on the side of the Interface unit or on the user side of the unit. Through the robot gate the storage samples are transported by the handler. The robot gate has the same sealing system as the front door. Because of the frequent accessing through the gate, special care must be taken with the sealing performance of the gate.

  • Page 53: Routine Safety Checks

    Routine Safety Checks Carefully read all safety instructions before operating the instrument. Be sure that you fully understand their content. Although the KIWI STORE is intended to be operated as a remote-controlled system, there still are some manual interactions required for operation. Apart from these operations there are also some very important safety checks the operator should be familiar with.

  • Page 54: Cassettes

    Cassettes Cassettes allow simple and comfortable loading and unloading of storage samples and can be prepared outside the climate chamber. Once prepared, the samples can be quickly transferred into the climate chamber of the Kiwi unit. There is a wide variety of cassette types available. Make sure that you work with the proper cassette size that matches the type of plates you are using.
  • Page 55 Use the cassette handle for transport of the cassettes. When lifting the cassette by its handle it will tilt backward slightly in order to prevent plates from shifting to the front. Cassette Handle Never apply force to the cassettes. Do not drop a cassette as mechanical shock will misalign it.
  • Page 56 Cassette Handle Cassette Cassette Back Carousel The cassettes are secured by alignment rails to the carousel. The cassettes may be tilted slightly backwards (towards the front opening) for removal. In order to load a cassette align the back of the stacker base plate to the cassette alignment rail. Push the cassette forward until it stands vertically.

  • Page 57: Barcode Reader

    Barcode Reader 6.6.1 1D Reader for racks and plates The Barcode reader for plate/rack identification is mounted onto the handling mechanism. The Barcodes must be placed on the shorter side of the plates and must face towards the open side of the cassette. The barcodes should be parallel to the plate’s lower edge.

  • Page 58: Sample Management Software

    In an integrated environment such as a connection to a LIMS system the pick orders are sent through a direct connection to the Liconic System. These files are only used in a stand alone configuration.

  • Page 59: Complex Order File

    7.1.2 Complex order file In case of the complex order file, the file consists of a parameter list. This file can be passed onto the system as a CSV (Comma Separated Values) file. The file can be populated manually by a user or exported from Excel© or a database too. Picture 2 below shows an example of a complex order file.

  • Page 60: Import - Export Interface

    Import – Export Interface The Liconic Import and Export interface is used to create and execute operations with the result to load samples to the system or unload them from the system. In stand-alone configuration this can be used to introduce samples to the system, start pick orders and unload samples from the system.
  • Page 61 Picture 4: Import View with Rack details Selecting the import job, provides a detailed view of additional information in the “Properties” view (See Picture 4: Import View with Rack details). Information such as barcode, lab ware type and target storage partition are displayed. By right clicking on the import job it is possible to delete a created job.

  • Page 62: Create Import

    Picture 6: Detail Information on Task 1 By selecting an individual task of an import job additional information and properties are shown. The shown information depends on the current state each task is in. Picture 7: Detail Information on Task 1 In the “History”...
  • Page 63 Picture 8: Tools Menu Import Picture 9: Import Plate Dialogue The import dialogue will require to enter a barcode of the plate going to be loaded to the system. This is required for the system to recognize the plate and associate the given information to it.
  • Page 64 Chose the check box “Scan 2D” to include a 2D scanning step in the import. Should there be content provided for the plate, the scan step will compare the provided content with the physical present content. In case of a discrepancy the plate will be stored in a suitable safe area.

  • Page 65: Trigger Import

    Trigger Import To trigger an import either the door icon or the transfer station icon has to be pressed. The door icon will show a dialogue and guide through the steps of loading samples through the user door into the buffer cassettes. Picture 10: Icons to trigger Import The dialogue will tell when you need to open the user door.

  • Page 66: Export

    7.2.2 Export The export view provides an overview of all registered jobs for collecting individual samples and plates to be unloaded. One export job can consist of several tasks. The application allows to create export jobs. Create Export Selecting in the Tools menu the entry “Pick Job” will open up the Windows file dialogue.
  • Page 67 Picture 13: Export Task Detail 1 If the actual pick task is selected the detail view varies according the state the pick task is in. In the created state only the list of tubes is shown. During the running state tubes vanish according them to be moved within the progress of the pick task. In the done state all tubes are listed with their target position and the status.

  • Page 68: Trigger Unload

    By right clicking onto the pick task the context menu is provided. This menu is active in the states created, running and error. The “Retry” and the “Continue” functions are solely used in the error status. Is the error state caused by a hardware error this needs to be resolved in order to continue operating the system.

  • Page 69: Exception Plates

    Picture 17: Unload plate from system The second possibility requires to select in the context menu the item “Export Rack to Buffer” the plate will be moved into the buffer area inside the interface unit. To remove the rack the door icon in the interface has to be clicked. Follow the dialogues.

  • Page 70: Connections

    7.2.4 Connections In the connection menu the connection to the scheduler can be reestablished. Also the “Update content” can manually be triggered. This function is used if an expected entry in the Import or Export view is not present. Update content will recheck in the database if there are new entries not yet visualized.

  • Page 71: General Functionalities

    7.3.1 General Functionalities In this chapter the functionality accessible to the administrator and the normal user are described. There is only one difference between user and administrator. Whilst the user has only access to the assigned area, the administrator has access to the full store.

  • Page 72: Layout Of The Plateexplorer

    7.3.2 Layout of the PlateExplorer The main window of the PlateExplorer is subdivided into the Menu bar, the contents tree on the left and the detailed information view on the right (see Picture 23). Picture 23: Main screen of the PlateExplorer BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 73: The Menu Bar

    The Menu Bar The menu bar of the PlateExplorer covers four main entries. The “File”-menu item offers the user to “Exit” the program. Picture 24: File Menu Entry The “View” options enable the user to define the way to look at the items being displayed in the PlateExplorer’s Detail View on the right.
  • Page 74 The “Service” allows access to the Service functions. Currently it contains only the entry to reestablish the connection to the server. Picture 26: Service Menu Entry (to be checked) The “About” window will show information on the running PlateExplorer software. Picture 27: About Menu Entry BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0...

  • Page 75: Tree View

    Tree View The tree view is located on the left side of the PlateExplorer window. All accessible positions plates are held are represented in the tree view. Transfer positions such as internal upper and bottom position, 2D Reader, Tube handling source/target and cassette positions can be accessed.

  • Page 76: The Detail Information Screen

    Picture 29: Tree View Overview The Detail Information Screen The detail information screen on the right of the PlateExplorer shows the user all properties of the item selected within the tree view on the left. Its functionality can mostly be accessed with the help of the right-click action menus. The Partition management will be described in the corresponding chapter of this manual.
  • Page 77 Picture 30: Plate Explorer Detail View BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...
  • Page 78 Alternative to the detail view a location view can be selected. It is only available on plate level. A visualization of the plate with its physical positions is presented. The positions are represented as grey if they are empty or as green if a tube is present. A red position with a question mark indicates a tube present with an unreadable 2D code.

  • Page 79: User Management And Alarm Notification

    7.3.3 User Management and Alarm Notification The Administrator mode allows the creation, modification and deletion of users and their rights. In the picture below (Picture 32) the “User Manager” is shown. All users accessing to the system have to be created with this tool, even users accessing only through the Web-Access.
  • Page 80 To edit a user the desired user is selected from the list on the right and the “Edit” button pressed. The fields on the left side will get editable. Change the information and press the “Save” button to store the changes made. When finished, press “Close”...

  • Page 81: Partitions Tool

    7.3.4 Partitions Tool Depending on the use of the system different partitions can be created. Partitions are virtual subdivisions and can be used to split the storage capacity for different uses, user groups or experiments. To launch the partition tool mark the system unit with a left click, then right click and select “Partition”...
  • Page 82 Picture 35: Right Click Menu Graphic Picture 36: Right Click Menu Table Existing partitions can easily be manipulated. Just right click into the graphic or the table and select the option. The “Add Partition” in the graphic is only available if unassigned cassettes (represented in grey) are available.
  • Page 83 Picture 37: Add Partition Unassigned Cassette Picture 38: Add Partition Dialogue BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...
  • Page 84 Unassigned cassettes can be used to create a new partition (Picture 39) or assign them to an existing partition (Picture 40). Adding cassettes to existing partition will be represented by the same coloring. In the table the cassettes will be displayed in order only the partition name will show their association.
  • Page 85 Picture 41: Dialogue Rename If cassettes are “scattered” meaning a partition consists of cassettes not being next to each other the partition segments have to be deleted individually (Picture 42). Picture 42: Deleted Partition A BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...
  • Page 86 Also partitions may be resized (Picture 43). The partitions may be made larger if unassigned cassettes are available or made smaller if they consist of more than one cassette. Resizing is not available if the minimal partition size of one cassette is present and no unassigned cassettes next to the partition available (Picture 44).

  • Page 87: Right-Click Action Menus In The Tree View

    7.3.5 Right-Click Action Menus in the Tree View The right-click action menus are the most powerful tool within the PlateExplorer. They cover most of the commands and their content is depending on where they get activated. Right-Click a “Unit” When right-clicking a unit, a sub menu appears as shown in Picture 45 below. Picture 45: Right Click Menu Unit “Initialize”...

  • Page 88: Right-Click A "Partition

    Picture 46: Unit properties Right-Click a “Partition” When right-clicking a partition, a sub menu with several options appears. Picture 47: Right Click Menu Partition “Inventory” starts a 1D barcode inventory on the selected partition. “Search” lets the user search within the partition for key words such a plate barcode, tube code or fragments of them.

  • Page 89: Right-Click A "Cassette

    Right-Click a “Cassette” When right-clicking a cassette, there are two options to choose from: Picture 48: Right Click Menu Cassette “Properties” will show the usage graph of the clicked cassette and a check box to block the complete cassette for administrative reasons. BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 90: Right-Click A "Level

    Right-Click a “Level” When right-clicking a level, several options will appear: Picture 49: Right Click Menu Level (to be checked) “Cut” and “Paste” will enable the user to move plates within the system as described in 1.3.1. under “Using Cut&Paste”. “Load”...
  • Page 91 The “Properties” of a rack in a level allows under the tab “Plate” to set the PlateID, add some note, see location information of the chosen Level. Furthermore, the plate type can be removed or the plate type changed. Changes of the plate type are only possible with certain limitations.
  • Page 92 Under the tab “Tubes” it is possible to set the tube type if not yet set and load content from an XML file. Furthermore, the content of the plate can be saved as a file. Some general information about the tube configuration and the content of the plate is shown such as the tube parameters, number of tubes and free locations.

  • Page 93: History

    7.3.6 History The “History” tab in the level and plate properties allows to access the history data for the respective. The history contains the information which user did conduct, the respective Event at which date and what Barcode and User ID was involved. Picture 52: Properties History Level If no plate is present when selecting a level only the history of the respective level is available.
  • Page 94 Is a plate present on the selected level, the history of this plate is available. Similar to the level history the User manipulating the plate, the date, the performed Event and the location of the plate are displayed. Picture 53: Properties History Plate BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 95: Right-Click Menu On Tubes At Tube Handling

    7.3.7 Right-Click Menu on Tubes at Tube Handling The right-click menu on the tube handling unit covers the following items: “Cut” and “Paste” enable the user to manually move tubes from plate to plate on the device. “Check Presence” will work only depending on the model of the tube handling. If integrated, the function checks if a tube exists on the clicked location within the rack.

  • Page 96: Right-Click Action Menu On 2D Rack Reader

    7.3.8 Right-Click Action Menu on 2D Rack Reader The right-click menu on the 2D Rack Reader allows to select the following items: “Cut” and “Paste” enable the user to manually move plates and racks from and to the reader. “Check Presence” will check if a plate or rack is present on the reader. “Property”...
  • Page 97 Selecting the “Scan” option will trigger a scanning process when a plate is present on the scanner. An additional Window is opened showing the result of the scan. This window allows to re-scan or safe the scan results into the database. It has two display options one shows the locations of the tubes in a visual representation and the other one as a list.

  • Page 98: Job Manager

    Job Manager The JobManager Web based interface allows to manipulate jobs. The different coloring of the jobs are indicating their status and manipulation can be performed upon them such as Cancel, Continue, Retry, Delete. The available functions are provided by each job/task. If a job/task is in error it will offer the options Continue, Retry and Cancel if they are possible.
  • Page 99 Picture 60: JobManager Main Page Jobs in the different states allow for different manipulations. To delete a job from the queue it has to be first cancelled. The cancelation of a job can be easily performed by pressing the “X” within the circle at the right of each job. Only after the cancelation the delete icon in the shape of a trash bin becomes available.
  • Page 100 Picture 61: JobManager Task Options Picture 62: JobManager Task Details BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 101: Climate Reporting

    Climate Reporting The climate reporting interface is used to extract climate data from the database. The historic and current climate values can be accessed, displayed and saved for further use. To access the Climate Reporting user interface, it is required to log in. The access to this may be restricted, depending on the user access rights Picture 63: Climate Reporting Log In The main page after the log in will show an overview of all device which have...
  • Page 102 To access the detail view for a device, the device is selected and clicked. Afterward a graph view is presented. Picture 65: Climate Reporting Device Selection The graph view allows to view current and historic data. The displayed data can be selected by device.
  • Page 103 From the graph view it is possible to extract the climate data. The graphs can be saved as picture or directly printed. The climate data can also be exported as a CSV file for further use. Picture 67: Climate Reporting Save BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 104: Utility Tools

    This terminal should only be used by trained personnel or under the supervision of a Liconic engineer. If there are any uncertainty in the use of the terminal please contact your local engineer or the Liconic service organization.

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The following chapter does give assistance to the customer to fix some errors which eventually could appear. Basic Errors The following table shows some basic errors which can be fixed by the customer. If the steps below aren’t successful, please contact an authorized service person. CAUTION ! ➢...

  • Page 106: Error Listing

    (column $Hex), for manual Read out the decimal number (column #Dec) may be helpful. Liconic provides an error converter tool. The errors may also be manually translated it the tool is unavailable. Therefore, the following procedure may be...

  • Page 107: Tube Handling

    8.2.2 Tube Handling #Dec $Hex Description General time out; Operation took longer than 15 Minutes General time out; Time out after previous time out; Operation longer than 5 Minutes Init time out; Initialization has taken to long Tube Trace Error; Tube has not been taken into or moved out of gripper as expected Wrong Tube Y;...

  • Page 108: Handling Errors

    Should any mechanical resistance be observed while the robotics are moving, reset the system immediately and ask a trained engineer for assistance. Should none of the procedures be of help contact a Liconic trained engineer for further support. CAUTION! ➢...

  • Page 109: General

    8.3.1 General BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 110: Free Shovel Procedure

    8.3.2 Free Shovel Procedure BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 111: Init Error Analysis

    8.3.3 Init Error Analysis BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 112: Technical Data

    Technical Data Mechanics • Cassettes 20 / 40 storage cassettes (depending on configuration) • Levels Depending on used lab ware • Position drives Stepper Motor, bipolar, micro-stepping mode • Shovel drive DC-Motor • Gate Linear movement, heated • Noise <82dBA / 1m •...

  • Page 113: Cooling

    For detailed installation requirements refer to the section installation. Overall Dimensions System dimensions do depend on the configuration. Dimension for specific systems may be retrieved from LiCONiC according to the needs and room constraints. Weights System weights do depend on the configuration. Weights for specific systems may be retrieved from LiCONiC according to the needs and room constraints.

  • Page 114: Appendix

    Appendix BiO.Li.X! STT1k0 V1.0 RKi, 14.01.2022...

  • Page 115: Certificate Of Decontamination

    To guarantee safety and health for LiCONiC employees, contractors and agents we ask our customers to complete this document and sign it by a qualified person (a) before transporting by any means an article to LiCONiC for repair or service, or (b) prior to any on-site service to be performed by LICONIC.
  • Page 116  The above LiCONiC device has not been exposed to radioactive substances.  The above LiCONiC device has been exposed to the following radioactive substances: …………………………………………………………………………………………… ……………  The above LiCONiC device has successfully been decontaminated from all radioactivity; Method applied: …………………………………………………………………………………..

  • Page 117: Preventative Maintenance

    10.2 Preventative Maintenance 10.2.1 Preventative Maintenance STT-Series Maintenance protocol number STX 602 IF DF unit current climate values ULT Display serial Temp. Display specifications: if appropriate mark it RH Display KTY Display steam injection 1st Gassing 1D-BCR 2nd Gassing 2D-Barcode-Scanner 3rd Gassing maintenance contract Temp.
  • Page 118 Lubrication Inspection Cleaning Adjustment done parts swap Turn Table assembly Components Belt rollers / drive roller Bearings Tension test Test wire harness connections Sensors and switches Shovel assembly Components Bearings Tension test Test wire harness connections Sensors and switches Transfer station assembly Components external Rails...
  • Page 119 parts swap Electronics Components 24 volt power supply PLC module Wire harness connections Overall unit Components Leveling Outer door Inner door Gaskets Door sensors Door latch Testing Unit Components Mechanical alignments (e.g. DM20) Pitch, clearances Firmware Update (If settings have been changed) Full test report load &...

  • Page 120: Preventative Maintenance Tubepicker

    10.2.2 Preventative Maintenance TubePicker Maintenance protocol number Tube Picker unit serial 1D-BCR specifications: if appropriate mark it 2D-BCR 24-Well Format Tubes 48-Well Format Tubes 96-Well Format Tubes 384-Well Format Tubes maintenance contract if appropriate mark it Date Service Engineer plain writing comments Lubrication Inspection...
  • Page 121 Lubrication Inspection Cleaning Adjustment done parts swap Components Z-axis assembly Rail Rack rail Bearings Tension test Sensors and switches Components Lifter-axis assembly Rail Rack rail Bearings Tension test Sensors and switches Components Retainer-axis assembly Rail Rack rail Bearings Tension test Sensors and switches Components Gripper assembly...
  • Page 122 Lubrication Inspection Cleaning Adjustment done parts swap Components Testing Unit Mechanical alignments (e.g. DM20) Firmware Update (If settings have been changed) Pitch, clearances Full test report , tubes picking / punching New prev. maintenance label Parts were checked and replaced if necessary. _______________________ Service Engineer (Signature)

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