User`s manual

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We recommend that you follow this approach to learn about the
GeneAmp PCR System 9600:
1
Read this chapter to learn about the conventions used in the
manual.
2
Read Chapter 1 to familiarize yourself with the instrument hardware
and software.
3
If you are installing the instrument yourself, use this chapter as a
guide.
4
Use the tutorial in Chapter 3 to learn the basic operation of the
system in about 30 minutes.
5
When you have completed the tutorial, go through Chapters 4 and 5
to learn more about the software and setting up PCR programs and
methods.
6
When you are ready to run your own samples, refer to Chapter 6 to
learn how to load a sample tray and run a PCR program.
7
Select other chapters according to your needs:
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Chapter 7 describes the Utilities functions. These instrument
functions let you display or print programs, configure the
instrument to your needs, review a history of the run, perform
instrument diagnostics, and maintain your directory of
programs.
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Chapter 8 contains maintenance procedures.
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Chapter 9 explains how to solve some basic instrument
problems and when to call service.
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Chapter 10 lists and describes instrument specifications.