User guide
Table Of Contents
- QuantStudio 3D Digital PCR System User Guide (Pub. no. MAN0007720 Rev. C.0)
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- About this guide
- Chapter 1. Getting Started
- About the QuantStudio® 3D Digital PCR System
- Operating the instrument
- Prepare the QuantStudio® 3D Digital PCR System for use
- Connect the QuantStudio® 3D Instrument to a network
- Connect the QuantStudio® 3D AnalysisSuite™ Software
- Chapter 2. Prepare Samples and Load Reactions
- Chapter 3. Perform the PCR
- Chapter 4. Analyze the Prepared Chips
- Chapter 5. Troubleshooting
- Appendix A. Maintenance
- Appendix B. Networking
- Appendix C. Parts and Materials
- Appendix D. Specifications and Layout
- Appendix E. Safety
- Documentation and support
- Back Cover

c.
Remove the ProFlex
™
PCR System Base Module from the package and set it
on a clean, level surface, then remove the protective cover.
5 cm
(2 in)
20 cm
(8 in)
2
1
15.2 cm
(6 in)
ProFlex
PCR System
ProFlex
PCR System
CAUTION HOT
1
QuantStudio
®
3D Instrument
2
ProFlex
™
PCR System
IMPORTANT! The ProFlex
™
PCR System must be installed on a level
surface.
Note: If not located next to the thermal cycler, the
QuantStudio
®
3D
Instrument requires only 15.2 cm (6 in) of clearance on either side of the
instrument.
d.
Inspect the ProFlex
™
PCR System Base Module for damage caused during
transportation.
If the instrument is damaged, note the location and appearance of the
damage, then contact customer support for assistance.
IMPORTANT! Save the packing materials and box in case you need to ship
the instrument for service.
2.
Prepare the workspace:
a.
Clear a space to the right or left of the
ProFlex
™
System, then place a drop
cloth or other soft material (not supplied) over the area to provide padding
for and to protect the side of the instrument while installing the tilt base
risers.
b.
Unpack the Tilt Base Kit packages and place the contents aside.
3.
Roll the ProFlex
™
System onto the side protected by a drop cloth or other soft
material (not supplied).
Drop cloth
ProFlex
PCR System
4.
Use two cable ties to attach a riser to the front foot of the ProFlex
™
System:
a.
Fit the riser into the front foot of the
ProFlex
™
System.
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Prepare the QuantStudio
®
3D Digital PCR System for use
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®
3D Digital PCR System User Guide