Chapter 2 Hardware Description
A powerful agitator, modulated for each sample media type, is built into the autoloader and ensures
that samples are adequately mixed. You can adjust the temperature range of the sample loading
stage from 4–37ºC in 1ºC intervals to suit a variety of assay needs, for example, preserving cell
viability.
Another feature of the ZE5 Cell Analyzer is the patented, custom-designed, dual-cam peristaltic
sample pump that delivers sample to the interrogation points in the flow cell. Using Everest Software,
you can adjust sample target flow rates within the range of 0.1–3.5 µl/sec (6–210 µl/min). The pump
can also run in reverse to deposit sample back into a tube, to deposit reagent from another position
into a sample position, or to clear blockages from the sample line.
An automated door slides up to provide access to the sample loading area. To open the door, briefly
press the silver sample chamber button located to the lower right of the door. The button is shown in
the next figure.
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