GeneAmp PCR System 9700 User Manual
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1-34 0.5-mL Sample Block ModuleRunning System Performance DiagnosticsOverview After you have configured the GeneAmp® PCR System 9700, conduct the SystemPerformance Diagnostics to verify the integrity of the cooling and heating system.There are two System Performance Diagnostics: Rate Test Cycle TestEquipment Required These diagnostics require: GeneAmp® 0.5-mL Thermal Insulation FrameRunning the RateTestUse the Rate Test to verify that the Peltier units are operating correctly. The test takesapproximately 10 minutes to run.To run the Rate Test:Step Action1 Turn on the system 9700. The main menu appears.2 Press Util. The Utilities screen appears.Note To press the menu items, use the corresponding F keys. For example, Utilis F4 on this menu.3 Press Diag. The Diagnostics screen appears.4 Press System. The System Performance screen appears.5 Press Rate from the System Performance screen.Note You will install the GeneAmp 0.5-mL Thermal Insulation Frame.6 Place the 0.5-mL Thermal Insulation Frame in the sample block. Slide the heatedcover forward and pull the lever down.7 After you have installed the frame, press Cont.The instrument runs through a series of tests where the sample block is stabilizedat 35 °C, 94 °C, and 4 °C.System PerformanceRate - Cool and Heat Rate TestCycle - Cycle Performance TestF1 F3 F4 F5F2Rate ExitCycleWARNING!!!Install the appropriate emptyF1 F3 F4 F5F2CancelContConsumables into the Sample Block.Refer to System Performance Sectionof Block User Manual. |
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