Biotek BioStack 3 User Manual

iv | BioStack Operator's Manual
Test Plates for Compatibility—BioStack 4 Only 30
Connect to Power 31
Connect to Computer 32
Connect to Liquid Handler 33
Where to Go Next 35
Repacking the BioStack 36
Install the Shipping Hardware—BioStack2WR 37
Install the Shipping Hardware—BioStack 3 37
Install the Shipping Hardware—BioStack 4 38
Repacking—Install Shipping Panel 39
Operation 41
Before You Start 42
Load Plates into Input Stack 43
Load Plates Using the Pedestal 44
Supported Microplate Types and Dimensions 45
Processing Microplates 46
Controlling the BioStack: 46
Stopping Plate Processing 47
Restack the Plates 49
Processing Plates with Lids 49
Plate De-Lidding: How It Works 50
Prevent Condensation on Plate Lids 51
Plate Lid Definition Files 52
Microplate and Lid Dimensions 53
Plate Lid Advanced Dimensions 54
Start Up the BioStack 57
Maintenance 59
Overview 60
Recommended Maintenance Schedule 60
Warnings and Precautions 61
Required Materials 61
Routine Cleaning Procedure 63
Decontamination 64
Tools and Supplies 65
Decontaminate the BioStack 65
Cleaning and Lubricating the Linear Ways 66
Qualification 69
Overview 70
Recommended Qualification Schedule 70
Installation Qualification 72
Operational Qualification Procedure 72
Troubleshooting & Error Codes 73
Troubleshooting 74
Communication Error Codes 74
BioStack Instrument Errors 76
Plate Lid Definition Errors 82
BioStack™ Microplate Stacker

Biotek BioStack 3 Specifications

General

Brand	Biotek
Model	BioStack 3
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English