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Labcyte Echo 555 - User Manual

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Questions and Answers

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    Terry WattsAug 14, 2025
    What to do if LCD message indicates user assistance needed on Labcyte Echo 555?
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      Sherry TaylorAug 14, 2025
      If the LCD screen displays a message indicating that user assistance is needed, follow the instructions provided directly on the LCD screen.
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    Cory ShortAug 17, 2025
    How to troubleshoot Echo software connection issues with Labcyte Echo 555?
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      melissa13Aug 17, 2025
      If the Echo software fails to connect to the Echo liquid handler, you should first attempt to determine the cause of the connection failure. After identifying the cause, try to resolve the problem, and then attempt to launch the software again.
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    stewartjamesAug 21, 2025
    What to do if the compressed air supply is low on Labcyte Laboratory Equipment?
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      yroachAug 21, 2025
      If the user-supplied compressed air supply is low (less than 70 PSI) or nonexistent, increase the air pressure. Consult the section on the 'Compressed air pressure indicator'.
  • J
    Javier WalkerAug 25, 2025
    What to do if the process door is neither fully open nor fully closed on Labcyte Echo 555?
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      Robert BrooksAug 25, 2025
      If the process door of the Labcyte Laboratory Equipment is neither fully open nor fully closed, check for any obstructions that may be preventing its full movement. Also, verify the compressed air pressure, as it could be too low. For more information, refer to the section on 'Compressed air pressure indicator'.
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    Anna JamesAug 27, 2025
    What to do if the vacuum pressure is low on Labcyte Laboratory Equipment?
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      Patricia MorrisonAug 27, 2025
      If the user-supplied vacuum pressure is low (less than 15 in Hg Vac) or nonexistent, increase the vacuum pressure. See the section 'Vacuum supply pressure indicator'.
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    Anthony WhiteAug 30, 2025
    What causes the upper anti-static bar to be neither fully up nor fully down on Labcyte Echo 555 Laboratory Equipment?
    • S
      Stacy WilliamsAug 31, 2025
      If the upper anti-static bar is neither fully up nor fully down, check the compressed air pressure. See the section 'Compressed air pressure indicator'.
  • K
    Kayla JohnsonSep 3, 2025
    What to do if the source plate dryer nozzle is neither fully up nor fully down on Labcyte Echo 555?
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      escottSep 3, 2025
      If the source plate dryer nozzle is neither fully up nor fully down, check the compressed air pressure. See the section 'Compressed air pressure indicator'.
  • E
    Eric KingSep 6, 2025
    What to do if Echo stages are not homed on Labcyte Echo 555 Laboratory Equipment?
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      Frank BrooksSep 6, 2025
      If the Echo stages (acoustic transducer, source plate, and destination plate) are not homed, perform Home calibration. See the section 'Home calibration'.
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    Antonio GarciaSep 10, 2025
    What to do if the client PC indicates a problem with Labcyte Laboratory Equipment?
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      Mary MortonSep 12, 2025
      If the client PC indicates a problem, this message is generated by custom programming. Contact your System Administrator.

Summary

Preface

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Covers general safety, notation marks, electrical, additional warnings, and cautions.

Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 2: Installation and Relocation

Pre-installation Requirements

Outlines the necessary site conditions and additional components for installation.

Software Installation

Details the procedures for installing, uninstalling, and upgrading the Echo software.

Chapter 3: System Description

Chapter 4: Manual Operation

Emergency Off Switch

Explains the function and usage of the Emergency Motion Off (EMO) switch.

Create Liquid Transfer Protocol

Guides users on defining and creating new liquid transfer protocols.

Run Liquid Transfer Protocol

Details the steps for preparing microplates and starting a liquid transfer run.

Chapter 5: Echo Liquid Handler Software

Protocols Window

Manages liquid transfer protocols: creating, editing, removing, and running.

Chapter 6: Maintenance and Service

Maintenance Schedule

Details daily, alert-based, and scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.

Maintenance Procedures

Provides step-by-step instructions for user maintenance tasks.

Chapter 7: Contact Information and Troubleshooting

Contact Information

Provides Labcyte's contact details for support, service, and sales.

Setup Problems

Addresses common connection failure messages and their possible causes.

Maintenance Alerts

Lists common maintenance alerts and their corresponding procedures.

Appendix C: Chiller Information

Labcyte Echo 555 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeAcoustic Liquid Handler
Transfer Accuracy± 5%
PrecisionCV < 5%
Plate Formats384-well, 1536-well
Plate CompatibilityStandard microplates
Supported Source Plate TypesStandard microplates
Supported Source Plate CapacityUp to 6 plates
Supported Destination Plate Types384-well, 1536-well
Liquid ClassesAqueous, DMSO
ApplicationsHigh-throughput screening, assay development, compound management
Weight200 lbs
Power Requirements100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Acoustic Transfer Volume2.5 nL

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