2Installation
Setup and interconnects: cable installation
Seahorse XFe Analyzer Operating Manual 21
4 Connect external network cables. The controller may be networked via the
Ethernet port on the controller.
5 Connect the AC power cord to the AC input on the XFe rear panel and then
switch the power switch to the on position. (See Figure 5.)
6 Securely attach the cover, and close the tray door.
When the cover is securely attached and tray door is closed, optical
switches are engaged to monitor the system. An optical sensor is also used
to determine the status of the door.
The XFe has a heater that maintains a stable internal system temperature.
Typically, the temperature will be maintained at 37 °C, as monitored by
temperature sensors and controllers embedded in the tray and above the
tray. Two fans circulate air through the plenum containing the heater. A
thermal fuse will disable the heater should it reach an abnormally high
temperature.
Figure 5. XFe rear panel - AC input, power switch, and serial port
Serial port
Power switch
AC input
The door opens automatically when the tray is extended, allowing the operator
to insert or remove the wellplate/cartridge consumables. The operator must
exercise caution during the loading of the wellplate/cartridge to avoid the
possibility of a pinch hazard. After the wellplate/cartridge is securely on the
tray, the operator's hand must be removed from the area of the tray before
continuing the assay. After the command is given to continue the assay via
the controller, the tray will move slowly back into the instrument and the door
will close.
Safe operation of the instrument requires that the cover be securely attached
and plate tray door is closed. This also prevents heat loss and system cooling
which can affect data quality.
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