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spectral calibration using the Z dye set. Do not select Keep Spectral Calibration
Data.
3.
Select the number of w
ells and plate position in the instrument.
Note: You do not create a plate in the software for the install check.
4.
Specify the starting well for the injection position in which you loaded the
standard in the plate.
Note: If you navigate away from the Install Standard screen after you start the
install check, the starting well may be reset to A01. This is a display issue only;
the starting well you specify is used for the install check.
5.
(Optional) If you have not already run a spectral calibration, select Keep Spectral
Calibration Data to save the sequencing install standard run (if it passes) as a
spectral calibration.
Note: The spectral calibration record will only be saved if the Keep Spectral
Calibration Data option is checked on the screen. If you uncheck the option,
create a separate spectral calibration from the Maintenance menu.
Chapter 6 Run c
alibrations and install checks
Run a Sequencing install check
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Applied Biosystems 3500 Specifications

General

Number of capillaries	8
Capillary Length	50 cm
Laser	Solid-state laser
Instrument Type	Capillary electrophoresis system
Technology	Capillary Electrophoresis (CE)
Weight	95 kg
Power Requirements	100–240 V