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Molecular Devices StakMax User Manual

Molecular Devices StakMax
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StakMax
®
Microplate Handling System
User Guide
5016072 A
October 2011
StakMax-UG-5016072A.book Page 1 Friday, October 21, 2011 3:51 PM

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Molecular Devices StakMax Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMolecular Devices
ModelStakMax
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety

Safety Guidelines

Guidelines for safe operation of the StakMax instrument.

Labeling

Information on warning labels attached to the StakMax instrument.

Interrupt

Description of the interrupt button's function and location.

StakMax Instrument Labels

Details and images of various labels on the StakMax instrument.

Introduction

About this Manual

Overview of the manual's purpose and content.

Installation and Set Up

Installing the StakMax Microplate Handling System

Comprehensive guide to installing the StakMax system.

Unpacking the System

Procedure for unpacking the StakMax microplate handling system.

Connecting the Baseplate

Instructions for connecting the baseplate to different instruments.

Installing or Replacing a Barcode Reader

Steps for installing or replacing the instrument's barcode reader.

Installing the StakMax Driver

Guide to installing the necessary USB driver for StakMax software.

Aligning the StakMax Gripper

Procedure for aligning the StakMax microplate handler's gripper.

Performing a Gripper Functional Check

Steps to verify the operational status of the gripper.

Components

List of components included in the StakMax microplate handler package.

Connecting the SpectraMax L Baseplate

Steps to connect the baseplate for the SpectraMax L reader.

Connecting the AquaMax Baseplate

Steps to connect the baseplate for the AquaMax washer.

Connecting the SpectraMax Paradigm Baseplate

Steps to connect the baseplate for the SpectraMax Paradigm instrument.

Installing the StakMax Microplate Handler Stand

Instructions for installing the stand for the StakMax microplate handler.

To perform a side-by-side installation

Procedure for side-by-side installation of the handler stand.

To perform a front installation

Procedure for front installation of the handler stand.

Installing the Plate Drawer Protection Stand

Steps to install the plate drawer protection stand.

Installing the StakMax Microplate Handler

Steps for mounting the StakMax microplate handler.

Setting the Plate Drawer Protection Stand Height

Procedure to adjust the height of the plate drawer protection stand.

Connecting the StakMax Cables

Instructions for connecting power and USB cables.

Automatic Windows XP StakMax Driver Installation

Automatic steps to install the StakMax driver on Windows XP.

Manual Windows XP StakMax Driver Installation

Manual steps to install the StakMax driver on Windows XP.

Automatic Windows 7 StakMax Driver Installation

Automatic steps to install the StakMax driver on Windows 7.

Aligning the Microplate Transfer Position on a SpectraMax Paradigm Instrument

Procedure to align the transfer position for SpectraMax Paradigm.

Operation

Starting the StakMax Microplate Handling System

Instructions for turning the StakMax microplate handler on and off.

Opening the StakMax Software Window

Procedure to launch and access the StakMax software interface.

Loading the StakMax Microplate Handler

Methods for loading microplates into the handler.

Continual Feed

Method for continuously feeding plates into the handler.

Magazine Loading and Unloading Tool

Instructions for using the optional tool for magazine handling.

Single Plate Loading Tool

Instructions for using the tool to load single plates.

Using StakMax Software

Overview of the StakMax software interface and functions.

Start Read

Procedure to initiate a plate reading process.

Stop Read

How to manually stop a plate reading.

Emergency Stop

Function and use of the emergency stop button.

Load Plate

Manual plate movement from input stack to reader.

Return Plate

Manually moves a plate from reader to output stack.

Restack

Moves plates from output stack back to input stack.

Demo

Demonstrates plate movement between stacks.

Scripting

Creating and using scripts to automate runs.

Reset

Resets the stacker to its initial startup state.

StakMax Settings

Configuration options for script editing, date/time, and barcoding.

Barcoding

Enabling and configuring barcode reading capabilities.

Script Editing

Settings for editing prompts in the script editor.

Append Date/Time

Feature to include date and time in file names for backup.

Alignment

Procedures for aligning the stacker's gripper.

Status Window

Displays details of the current run, including errors.

Help

Accesses the StakMax Plate Handling System User Guide.

Scripting

To open the script editor

Steps to open the script editor within the StakMax software.

Command Definitions

Explanations of available commands for scripting.

Advanced Commands

List and brief description of advanced scripting commands.

Creating a New Script from a Template

Guide to creating scripts using existing templates.

Adding Commands

Steps to add new commands to a script.

Removing Commands

Procedure to remove commands from a script.

Changing the Order of Commands

Steps to reorder commands within a script.

Checking the Syntax

How to check a script for syntax errors.

Using Repeats

Implementing command repetition in scripts using Begin/End Repeat.

Saving Scripts

Instructions for saving created scripts.

Printing Scripts

Steps to print a script.

Maintenance

System Maintenance

General maintenance overview for the StakMax microplate handler.

Weekly Maintenance

Recommended weekly cleaning procedures for the instrument.

As-Needed Maintenance

Maintenance tasks performed as needed, like realignment.

SpectraMax Paradigm System Maintenance

Maintenance specific to the SpectraMax Paradigm instrument.

Removing the StakMax instrument from the instrument stand

Procedure to detach the StakMax from its stand.

Accessing SpectraMax Paradigm Platform Detection Cartridges

Steps to access detection cartridges on the SpectraMax Paradigm.

To open the cartridge drawer

Instructions for opening the cartridge drawer.

To close the cartridge drawer

Instructions for closing the cartridge drawer.

Aligning the Microplate Transfer Position

Re-alignment procedure for the microplate transfer position.

Technical Support

Contact information and procedures for technical assistance.

Troubleshooting

Error Messages

Table listing error codes, messages, descriptions, and solutions.

System Diagrams and Specifications

Performance Specifications

Details on plate compatibility and supported barcode libraries.

Compatibility

Information on compatible microplates and barcode libraries.

General Specifications

Dimensions, weight, power, and connectivity details of the system.

Diagrams

Visual representations and dimensions of the StakMax instrument.

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