User's Manual

BASIC FUNCTIONS
LOAD
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3.4.1 LOAD OR UNLOAD SAMPLES,
CALIBRATORS, AND CONTROLS
Samples, calibrators, or controls are loaded into the sample loading bay within so-
called sample racks.
For positive sample identification, the sample loading bay is provided with a camera
(on the left hand side). By means of this camera, the barcodes, on the (test) tubes
can be read and used for identification. Barcodes of calibrators additionally contain
data for the corresponding master curve.
The sample loading bay supports loading of up to 6 sample racks each with up to 12
(test) tubes on individual lanes. On each rack a maximum of two recalibrator tubes
containing a barcode with mastercurve information can be loaded at the same time.
The other positions on the same rack can be loaded with tubes of any other barcode
type. The state of each lane is indicated by its corresponding lane status indicator
(LED).
Use of sample racks
Insert the sample racks carefully to avoid spilling of liquid and tipping over of tubes.
Improper loading or unloading of sample racks
Improperly loaded or unloaded sample racks can produce erroneous results due to
incorrect pipetting activities.
• Only load and unload sample racks if you are explicitly requested to do so.
• Only load and unload sample racks on the specified lanes.
• Check the correct transfer or input of all reagent and sample names.
Handling and cleaning of optical surfaces
Improper optical surfaces (e. g. (e. g. camera, lenses, sensors)) could generally
degrade the quality of images, data, etc.
• Do not touch any optical surfaces.
• Only clean the optical surfaces with a soft and lint-free cloth.
• Do not use any aggressive detergents or solutions (e.g. acetone).
Do always push in the sample racks into the sample loading bay with the handle or
pull it out again with the handle.
Never load more than one sample rack at the same time! For proper barcode
identification the sample racks must be loaded one after the other.