Applied Biosystems SimpliAmp Thermal Cycler - Instrument Specifications; Site and Environmental Requirements

Instrument specification and layout
This chapter lists the instrument specications for the SimpliAmp
™
Thermal Cycler
using the 96-Well Sample Block.
Site requirements
The SimpliAmp
™
Thermal Cycler is for indoor use. Ensure that the installation site:
• Meets the spatial and weight requirements (see “System specications“ on
page 65)
• Meets environmental requirements (see “Environmental requirements“ on
page 63)
• Is within 1 m (3 ft.) of an AC power source receptacle
• Is away from water
Environmental requirements
Ensure that the installation site is maintained under the following conditions:
Table 8 Temperature and humidity requirements
Condition
Acceptable range
Temperature 15 to 30°C (59 to 86°F)
Humidity 15 to 80% relative humidity, non-
condensing
Avoid placing the instrument adjacent to heaters, cooling ducts, or in direct sunlight.
Fluctuations between day and night temperatures can cause system instability. Place
away from any equipment that vibrates, such as a refrigerator or centrifuge.
D
Temperature and
humidity
requirements
SimpliAmp
™
Thermal Cycler User Guide 63