User`s manual

Running PCR Samples6

Introduction

To run samples, turn on the instrument and follow these

procedures, which are explained in this chapter.

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Loading Samples in the Tray

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Placing the Sample Tray in the Block

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Removing the Sample Tray from the Block

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Removing Samples from the Tray

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Specifying a Program or Method

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Starting a Run

Note

After you turn on the instrument, wait 10 minutes before you run

your samples.

! WARNING !

Never run the instrument without a sample tray in

place. You will crush the sample tubes and may lose your sample.

MicroAmp Reaction Tubes have thin and fragile walls. To avoid

damaging one of these sample tubes, do not pinch the conical

bottom and always handle the tube at the top.