Position Description
7, 8, and 9 Reserved for optional custom primers
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For information about custom primers, see
NextSeq Custom Primers Guide (document # 15057456)
.
Removable Reservoir in Position #6
The prefilled reagent cartridge includes a denaturation reagent in position 6 that contains formamide. To
facilitate safe disposal of any unused reagent after the sequencing run, the reservoir in position 6 is
removable. For more information, see
Remove Used Reservoir from Position #6
on page 19.
Buffer Cartridge Overview
The buffer cartridge is a single-use consumable containing three reservoirs that are prefilled with buffers and
wash solution. The contents of the buffer cartridge are sufficient for sequencing one flow cell.
Figure 6 Buffer Cartridge
Document # 15046563 v04
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
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NextSeq 500 System Guide