Multichannel Systems HiClamp Manual User Manual
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Connecting the HiClamp to the provided computer (USB)
Connect the HiClamp directly to the provided computer by the provided USB cable. The
appropriate connector on the rear panel of the computer is tagged with a "HiClamp" label.
Note: Please do not use one of the USB 3.0 ports of your computer for connecting the HiClamp.
Power In for the HiClamp (24 VDC HiClamp)
Connect the HiClamp to the power supply unit here. This power supply powers the HiClamp
main unit only.
Power In for the Cooler (24 VDC Cooler)
Connect the Cooler to the power supply unit here. This power supply powers the Cooler main
unit only.
Warning: If the air cannot circulate freely around the external power supply, the device
may overheat. Do not shield the power supply by laying anything on top of it. Make sure
it is not exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: All electrical connections are clearly marked, and the plug coding prevents confusion.
The cords should be plugged in with no excessive force.
The Peristaltic Pump Perfusion System with four Channels
For washing the oocyte between two measuring circles there is a washing station placed
between the well plates. The washing station can also be used for applying test compounds
to the cells.
The test and washing station is connected to five tubes: Four inflow and one outflow channel.
The fifth channel is connected to the waste bottle via peristaltic pump which is running
backwards. Please read chapter “Mechanical Functionality of the HiClamp”.
The operation of the perfusion system is fully software controlled.
Do not start the perfusion without double checking the connected bottles and the waste bottle.
Warning: Spilled liquid can damage or even completely destroy the electronics of the
HiClamp. Please be careful when setting up the perfusion system and when starting the
perfusion of the washing station. Take care that inlet and outlet tubings are properly
connected so that flooding of the table and the mechanical components of the HiClamp
is efficiently prevented.