Applied Biosystems 3730xl User Manual

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Formamide preparation and storage
Formamide is used to prepare samples, it is not installed on the instrument as are the
other consumables listed in this section. It does not include an RFID tag on the label.
Storage
• –25°C to –15°C long term
• 2–8°C for £ 1 week
IMPORTANT! More than 8 freeze/thaw cycles or storage at 2–8°C causes breakdown
of the formamide. This can lead to a change in odor
, loss of resolution, and data
artifacts.
If frequent sampling is required, dispense and freeze small aliquots into smaller tubes.
Minimize freeze-thaw cycles and exposure to air and room temperature.
F
ront panel status light troubleshooting
Observation Possible cause Recommended action
Status light is flashing y
ellow
The instrument
door is open.
Close the instrument door.
The oven door is
open.
Close the oven door.
The buffer
r
eservoir or
capillary array are
not installed.
Install the buffer reservoir or capillary
array.
Status light is solid yellow
The instrument
c
annot
communicate with
the computer.
1. Ensure that the instrument door is
closed.
2. Ensure that the Ethernet cable is
connected to the back of the
instrument and to the computer.
A reservoir is not
installed.
Ensure that buffer, water, and waste
reservoirs are installed.
Status light is solid red
Error condition on
ins
trument.
1. Power off the instrument, wait for
30 seconds, then power on the
instrument.
2. Ensure that the Ethernet cable is
connected to the back of the
instrument and to the computer.
3. Display the Event Log and
troubleshoot the error codes (see
page 135).
Appendix A Troubleshooting
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Formamide preparation and storage
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3730xl DNA Analyzer with 3730xl Data Collection Software 5 User Guide

Applied Biosystems 3730xl Specifications

General

Brand	Applied Biosystems
Model	3730xl
Category	Measuring Instruments
Language	English