Specifications

Bio-5000 Supplement 5
Positioning Your Originals
Aside from the scanning of reflectives, there are two pieces of Leak-Free Glass
Holders come with your scanner package, which are specifically designed to scan
electrophoresis gels and transparent film.
Before proceeding your scan, take note of the information presented below:
LEAK-FREE GLASS HOLDER
This holder is specifically designed for 
the use of the gel and transparent film scanning.
Leak-Free Glass Holders (2 pieces)
(used to scan electrophoresis gels and
transparent film)
Proper positioning of the scan material on the scanner is important for successful
scanning. Before starting scanning, refer to the individual section in the succeeding
pages about how to correctly position the electrophoresis gels, transparent film, and
reflectives.
Calibration strip
LEAK-FREE GLASS HOLDER
This holder is specifically designed for 
the use of the gel and transparent film scanning.
The correct side up is the
side showing the holder
labels facing up
• When using the Leak-Free Glass Holders, make sure you use
the correct side up when inserting the holders into the scanner.
The correct side up is the side showing the holder labels facing
up.
• Make sure that the calibration strip on the holders are kept clear
and free of obstruction at all times; no material should ever be
placed on this area. Also, make sure the calibration strip faces the
front of the scanner when you insert the holder into the lower
compartment of the Bio-5000.
• Please take note that the high temperature may cause the damage
to your electrophoresis gels, transparencies and reflective
materials. Therefore, remember to turn off the scanner and remove
the scanned materials from the scanner once you finish the scan
job.
LEAK-FREE GLASS HOLDER
This holder is specifically designed for 
the use of the gel and transparent film scanning.
Note: The Leak-Free Glass Holders require regular cleaning. To clean, use mild glass cleaning solution, and
wipe the glass plate gently with lint-free, lens-cleaning cloth to prevent leaving fiber residue.