Bio-Rad Peelable Foil Heat Seal - Manual (Page 9)

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Chapter 1 — Introduction
Platen (Figure 3) — the metal platen is precisely
heated to the programmed temperature. During
sealing, the platen is lowered to efficiently seal a
plate using heat and pressure.
PX1 accessories
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Plate support block (Figure 4) — reversible
96/384-well plate support block
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Sealing frame (Figure 5) — helps hold seals in
place during sealing
If desired, a stylus (not included) can be used for
touch screen control. Use only styluses with a
tip radius 0.8 mm or larger that are made from
a material no harder than an HB (#2) pencil lead.
Setting Up the System
WARNING! Before operating the PX1, be
sure to read the safety specifications and
operating requirements at the beginning of
the manual.
1. Place the PX1 on a flat, dry surface. The instrument requires the following
clearances to ensure adequate airflow:
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10.2 cm (4.0 in) of clearance behind instrument
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17.8 cm (7.0 in) of clearance above instrument
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16.5 cm (6.5 in) of clearance in front of instrument
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The PX1 may be placed against another object or wall on either or both sides of
the instrument
2. Insert the supplied power cord into the power connection.
3. Turn on the PX1 using the power switch on the back of the instrument.
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The heater will remain off the first time the instrument is turned on. In all
future boot ups, the instrument will automatically begin heating to the last set
temperature once the plate support block has been removed
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Press the power switch on the back panel of the PX1 to power down the system
Fig. 4. Plate support block.
Fig. 5. Sealing frame.
Fig. 3. Platen.