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Hybex® Microarray Incubation System — USER MANUAL Serial Number The following serial number identifies the specific instrument you have purchased and must be referenced when requesting service. A copy is affixed to the instrument. Technical Service: (408) 733-7337, techserv@scigene.com Warranty SciGene warrants that the heating unit described in this manual shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 12 months from date of delivery.
Hybex® Microarray Incubation System — USER MANUAL Table of Contents I. SAFETY NOTICES .......................................................................................................................... 3 A. Intended Use .................................................................................................................................... 3 B. Instrument Safety ............................................................................................................................
Hybex® Microarray Incubation System — USER MANUAL I. SAFETY NOTICES A. Intended Use The Hybex® Microarray Incubation System is intended for the heating and incubation of laboratory samples. The instrument should only be used according to the instructions provided in this manual. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer (SciGene), the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired. B.
Hybex® Microarray Incubation System — USER MANUAL D. Warnings Failure to comply with the following warnings that are affixed to the product can lead to possible personal injury or death. This symbol on the rear of the instrument indicates the presence of the fuse box. Warning: For Continued Protection Against Fire, Replace Only with Same Type Rating of Fuse. Always disconnect the power cord before attempting to replace the fuse. E.
Hybex® Microarray Incubation System — USER MANUAL II. UNPACKING AND SET UP A. Unpacking the System The Hybex® Microsample Incubator heating base is shipped on its side within the interior carton. Remove any packing material around the unit and lift the unit out; taking care not to damage the hinged cover. Microarray chambers, tools and accessories are packaged separately from the heating base. Carefully inspect the heating unit for damage.
Hybex® Microarray Incubation System — USER MANUAL III. USING YOUR HYBEX® MICROARRAY INCUBATION SYSTEM A. Components, Controls and Accessories Note: A heat block, waterbath insert or microarray chambers are required for operation. For a list of available accessories, see section VII. Ordering Information. Name Power Switch Temperature Controller Heated Lid Temperature Probe Digital Thermometer Jack 2x Microarray Incubation Chamber Heat Block*(0.2, 0.6, 1.
Hybex® Microarray Incubation System — USER MANUAL B. Handling the Incubation Chambers See the Hybex® Microarray Incubation User Guide included with each chamber set for details on how to use the slide racks and assemble the chamber. The following information is limited to how to insert and remove the chambers from the heating unit. Chambers are inserted and removed with the aid of a single, four-pronged black plastic handle provided, as follows: 1. Thread handle several turns into the chamber cover. 2.
Hybex® Microarray Incubation System — USER MANUAL E. Calibrating the EZ-Zone Temperature Controller Note: For instruments manufactured prior to July 2012, instructions for calibrating the SD-31 controller can be found in the Appendix of this document. The temperature controller comes calibrated from the factory to provide accurate block temperatures from 35 to 99°C.
Hybex® Microarray Incubation System — USER MANUAL IV. MAINTAINING YOUR HYBEX® SYSTEM F. Checking and Replacing Fuses Turn the power switch to the OFF position and unplug the power cord before performing any service procedure. There are two fuses located in a removable fuse block below the power cord receptacle on the back of the unit. Digital Thermometer Jack Back of unit Use small screwdriver behind tab to open Fuse Block Fuse Block Push clip up to release Fuse Holder To remove fuses: 1.
Hybex® Microarray Incubation System — USER MANUAL G. Cleaning Any liquid or condensation in the block cavity of the instrument should be removed as soon as possible. Clean the block cavity and temperature probe frequently to avoid build up of residue that can interfere with the heat control system. The bottom of the cavity is sealed to provide temporary protection from spills and condensation. Clean the metal surfaces and heated lid using a mild, detergent-based cleaner and wipe with a soft cloth.
Hybex® Microarray Incubation System — USER MANUAL V. TROUBLESHOOTING Symptom Power switch light does not turn on. Cause Blown fuse(s) Solution Replace fuse(s) on back of unit, beneath power cord receptacle. VI. SPECIFICATIONS Electrical Cat. #1057-36-1 115V AC; 50/60 Hz; 3A Cat. #1057-36-2 230V AC; 50/60 Hz; 1.
Hybex® Microarray Incubation System — USER MANUAL VIII. APPENDIX A – Using and Calibrating a Watlow SD31 Controller For selected Hybex® incubators manufactured between 2005 and 2012. A. Using the Watlow SD31 Temperature Controller The SD31 controller has a single LED panel with four buttons. The set temperature is displayed if the SET key is pressed and held otherwise the ACTUAL block temperature is displayed. To set the block temperature: 1. Insert a block into the instrument and power on. 2.
Hybex® Microarray Incubation System — USER MANUAL IX. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Hybex® Microarray and Microsample Incubation System SciGene 470 Lakeside Drive, Suite F Sunnyvale, CA 94085-4720 USA Declares that the above referenced product(s) meets the essential requirements of the following European Union Directives by using the relevant standards shown below to indicate compliance.
