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Axygen MAXYGENE II - User Manual

Axygen MAXYGENE II
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Summary

Safety Precautions

General Description

Features

Lists key features of the MaxyGene II thermal cycler, highlighting ease of use and functionality.

Product Overview

Describes the front panel components, including the display and keypad layout.

Getting Started

Unpacking

Lists the items included in the MaxyGene II thermal cycler package and instructions for missing items.

Initial Operation

Details the steps for placing, connecting, and powering on the MaxyGene II thermal cycler.

Heated Lid

Explains the function of the heated lid and its role in preventing condensation and ensuring sample integrity.

Lid Opening;Closing

Explains the two methods for opening and closing the thermal cycler's lid and using the lid knob.

Function Map

Visual representation of the MaxyGene II's operational flow and available functions.

Key Entry System

Details the mapping of alphanumeric keys to characters and numbers for inputting data.

Loading the Reaction Vessel

Provides recommendations for loading tubes and plates into the sample block for optimal performance.

User Folder Management

Viewing a User Folder

Instructions on how to select and view the contents of a user folder and its protocols.

Creating a New User Folder

Steps for creating a new user folder, including naming and setting a PIN.

Editing a User Folder

Procedure for modifying an existing user folder's name, requiring a PIN.

Deleting a User Folder

Steps to delete a user folder, which requires PIN confirmation and may be restricted.

Protocol Management

Running a Protocol

Detailed guide on initiating a protocol run, selecting modes, and starting the process.

Pause a Protocol

Instructions on how to pause a running protocol and resume it later.

Viewing Running Protocol Information

How to access and view real-time information about the currently running protocol.

Terminating a Protocol

Steps for stopping a protocol run, including confirmation prompts.

Creating a New Protocol

Changing Temperature;Time Values

Guide on how to adjust temperature and time settings within a protocol segment.

Inserting;Deleting Temperature Segment

Explains how to add or remove temperature segments from a protocol.

Changing Temperature Segment Count (Temp) and Cycle Count (Cyc)

How to modify the number of temperature segments and cycles within a protocol.

Advanced Settings

Introduction to advanced protocol creation functions like Optimization and Pause.

Optimization Temperature Setting

Detailed steps for setting up temperature gradients across blocks for optimization.

Incremental;Decremental Temperature and Time Settings

How to apply incremental or decremental changes to temperature or time in protocol steps.

Pause Setting

Instructions on how to incorporate a pause into a protocol segment.

Saving a Protocol

Steps for saving a newly created or modified protocol, requiring a name.

Editing(Viewing) a Protocol

Deleting a Protocol

System Setup

Data Log

Explains the function of the Data Log for recording protocol activity and exporting data.

Date & Time

Instructions on how to change the date type, default date, and time settings.

Lid Temperature

How to adjust the lid temperature settings, with available ON/OFF options.

Beeper

Instructions for enabling or disabling the unit's audible beep function.

Administrator

Information about the Administrator password and its privileges for managing users and protocols.

Service Mode

Notes that Service Mode is restricted to authorized personnel for maintenance.

Ramping Speed

How to select between high and low ramping speeds for heating and cooling.

Tm Calculator

Instructions on using the Tm Calculator function with nucleotide sequences.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Cleaning the unit

Guidelines for cleaning the exterior of the thermal cycler and its air vents.

Cleaning the heated lid

Procedure for safely cleaning the heated lid after it has cooled down.

Replacing a Fuse

Step-by-step instructions for replacing a blown fuse in the power socket module.

Changing the Thermal block

Detailed process for removing and replacing the thermal block assembly.

Troubleshooting

Error Messages

Technical Specifications

Protocols in Default Folder

CE Declaration

Hyper Terminal and USB Driver Setup

MaxyGene II Recommended Consumables

Axygen MAXYGENE II Specifications

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BrandAxygen
ModelMAXYGENE II
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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