Starting up and shutting down
8 Bravo Platform Quick Guide
Starting up and shutting down
The following procedures describe how to start up and shut down the Bravo Platform
when you are operating it as a standalone device. For instructions on how to turn on
and turn off the Bravo Platform when it is integrated into a workstation or system, see
the workstation or system user documentation.
Starting up the Bravo Platform
To start up the Bravo Platform:
1 Turn on any accessories, such as a Pump Module, and ensure that any tubing is
connected. For a description of the Pump Module and autofilling reservoirs, see the
Pump Module User Guide.
2 Turn on the computer and the monitor. The Microsoft Windows operating system
starts automatically.
3 On the side of the Bravo Platform, press the power switch to the on (I) position.
The green light on the power switch is illuminated when the Bravo Platform is on.
4 Start the VWorks software.
Shutting down the Bravo Platform
Shut down the Bravo Platform before you remove or change the pipette head, clean the
Bravo Platform, or perform any routine maintenance.
To shut down the Bravo Platform:
1 Make sure that the post-run cleanup procedure was followed after the last run. For
details, see “Cleaning up after the run” on page 10.
2 Shut down the computer.
3 Turn off any accessories, such as the Pump Module.
4 If using an autofilling reservoir, disconnect the bottles to prevent siphoning.
5 On the side of the Bravo Platform, press the power switch to the off (o) position.
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