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Beckman Coulter Biomek 4000 User Manual

Beckman Coulter Biomek 4000
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A99498AD
April 2019
Hardware Manual
Biomek 4000
Laboratory Automation Workstation
Beckman Coulter, Inc.
250 S. Kraemer Blvd.
Brea, CA 92821 U.S.A.

Table of Contents

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Beckman Coulter Biomek 4000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryAutomated Liquid Handler
Pipetting TechnologyAir displacement
TypeAutomated workstation
Power Requirements100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Operating SystemWindows-based software
Number of Channels8
ThroughputVariable, depends on application and protocol
Volume Range0.5 µL to 1000 µL
Precision≤5% CV at 1 µL

Summary

Safety Notice

General Safety Information

Covers overview of safety procedures and alerts for warnings, cautions, and notes.

Instrument Safety Precautions

Details specific safety measures and warnings related to the instrument's operation.

Electrical and Chemical Safety

Addresses safety precautions for electrical hazards and handling chemicals.

Moving Parts Safety

Provides warnings and precautions regarding the instrument's moving components.

Regulatory Compliance Marks

Explains symbols indicating regulatory compliance such as CE and RCM marks.

Introduction

Overview of Biomek 4000

General description of the Biomek 4000 Laboratory Automation Workstation.

Hardware and Software Components

Details on the workstation's hardware and the control software.

Related Documentation

Lists other relevant manuals for software and accessories.

System Components Overview

High-level overview of the workstation's main components.

Moving and Installing the Workstation

Installation Overview and Site Preparation

Covers initial setup steps and site requirements for relocation.

System Specifications and Requirements

Details technical specifications for the workstation environment and power.

Moving and Connecting the Workstation

Procedures for relocating the instrument and connecting it.

Installing Side Modules

Instructions for adding optional side modules to the workstation.

Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Routine care procedures and guidance for resolving common issues.

Setting Up the Worksurface

Worksurface Overview and Positioners

Describes the workstation's deck and various positioners for labware.

Labware Holders and Tip Rack Holders

Details on installing and using standard labware and tip rack holders.

Tool Racks and Collar Holders

Instructions for installing and using tool racks and collar holders.

Pipetting Tools

Pipetting Tool Overview and Types

Introduction to the different single-channel and multi-channel pipetting tools.

Installing Pipette Tools

Procedures for placing pipette tools onto tool racks.

Pipette Tool Compatibility

Information on compatible tips and labware for pipetting tools.

Pipetting Tool Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Guidance on cleaning, storing, and resolving issues with pipetting tools.

Gripper Tool

Gripper Tool Overview

Description of the gripper tool's function and capabilities.

Installing and Replacing Gripper Tool Parts

Steps for installing the gripper tool and replacing finger pads.

Gripper Tool Troubleshooting

Guidance for resolving common problems with the gripper tool.

Hardware Setup

Hardware Setup Overview and Access

Introduction to the Hardware Setup interface and how to access it.

Configuring the Workstation and Devices

Procedures for configuring the workstation, tools, and external devices.

Calibrating Axes and Managing Settings

Instructions for calibrating axes and managing configuration settings.

Framing

Framing Overview and Manual Procedures

Concept of framing and manual procedures for deck positions.

Framing Specific Components

Steps for framing microplate wells and the gripper tool.

Sensor Calibration and Testing

Procedure for calibrating the gripper tool's sensor.

Manually Controlling the Workstation

Manual Control Overview and Access

Introduction to manual control and how to access it.

Pod Control Operations

Procedures for homing, moving, and stopping the pod.

Advanced Manual Control

Introduction to advanced manual control features.

Using Advanced Manual Control

Detailed operations for advanced manual control of the pod.

Glossary

Terms and Definitions

Definitions of key terms used in the manual.

Abbreviations

List of Abbreviations

Alphabetical list of abbreviations used in the document.

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