Microlab
®
STAR Service Manual
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4.2 Installation
4.2.1 Workplace environment
The Microlab
®
STAR is a product which pipettes liquids and dilutions of liquids.
Some of these latter may well be temperature-dependent. Therefore, it is important
to choose a location in the laboratory where the Microlab
®
STAR will not be exposed
to unusual temperature variations, such as near a window, heating duct or air-
conditioning duct.
Depending on the Microlab
®
STAR configuration used, your Microlab
®
STAR may
weigh up to 155 kg
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. The Microlab
®
STAR must be placed on a table or workbench
capable of supporting the weight of the Microlab
®
STAR and providing the minimum
space needed. The table or workbench has to be strong enough to support the
weight of the instrument, and stable enough to absorb the vibrations caused by the
acceleration of the pipetting arm movement.
Note: ML STAR IVD uses a tip waste chute. Therefore ensure an appropriate work
bench so that a waste container may be placed underneath the waste area of the
ML STAR IVD when installing the Instrument.
For proper ventilation, leave at least 5 cm space between the Microlab
®
STAR and
any wall. Ensure that there is collision-free movement of the Pipetting arm.
Access to the mains connector and the mains switch (located on the left hand side
of the Microlab
®
STAR) should not be hindered.
The Microlab
®
STAR should be located within easy reach of a standard electrical
outlet (1 socket for the Microlab
®
STAR, 1 for the computer, 1 for the monitor and 1
each for any other products daisy-chained to the main one, e.g. UPS).
Other considerations include operator comfort and easy access to needed supplies
and equipment. Finally, the position of the Microlab
®
STAR must not hinder
operation or accessibility of other equipment in the work area.
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i.e. without extensions. If you are or will be using extensions with your ML-STAR instrument, we
recommend a stronger table or workbench capable of supporting the additional weight.
W
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l
Weight = 155 kg!
Space for waste
container
underneath
workplace if
waste chute is
being used.
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