Roche Diagnostics
Operator’s Manual · Version 3.0 57
Multiplate® analyzer 3 Overview
Components
The following table provides short descriptions of the main components.
Component Description
A USB port Use the USB port for data import and export using a USB flash drive.
B Pipette cable connection Push the plug of the pipette cable firmly into the jack until it snaps in.
C Pipette cable Connects the electronic pipette to the analyzer.
D Power push-button Pushing the power button starts the system. The button is illuminated during operation.
E USB ports USB ports for the printer, mouse, barcode reader, and keyboard.
F Monitor port Connection port for the monitor cable.
G USB ports USB ports for the printer, mouse, barcode reader, and keyboard.
H Mains power socket The analyzer can be operated using 240 V or 100 V.
I Computer monitor The computer monitor is placed on top of the rear of the analyzer.
J Electronic pipette (auto-pipette) The electronic pipette system allows the software-controlled pipetting of fluids.
K Sensor cable Sensor cables in each channel transmit the signal from the test cell to the analyzer. Make sure
that no liquid is spilled into the front or rear jack positions for the sensor cables.
L Measuring position for test cells The five measuring channels of the analyzer are integrated in the measurement block. The
test cells (min. 600 μL, max. 1000 μL) are manually placed into the measuring positions
before analysis.
M Measurement block The measurement block is heated to 37.0±1.0 °C.
N Preheating position The four preheating positions are intended for preheating liquids (e.g. NaCl solution).
Preheating blood samples in the four preheating positions is not recommended. Activity and
function of platelets can be reduced when the blood is stored at 37 °C. The blood is preheated
directly in measuring position during the 3-minute incubation phase.
O Reagent holder The reagent holder can be removed and stored in the refrigerator.
P Mouse Used for entering commands.
Q Keyboard Used for entering commands.
R Network connection Connection for the network cable (RJ-45).
Table 3-1 Component description
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