Bio-Rad High-Throughput Dodeca™ Gel Stainers - Manual (Page 14)

3.4.2 Lower the restraining bar into the semicircular notches on both sides of the
top tray to secure the stack of staining trays. Tighten the black T-knobs on
the side of the shaking rack to lock the restraining bar in place. This
prevents the stack of trays from sliding out of the shaking rack.
Fig. 3.4.2 A. Lowering the restraining bar into position.
3.5 Placing the Shaking Rack into the Solution Tank
3.5.1 Use the built-in handles to place the shaking rack into the solution tank.
Orient the shaking rack according to the label on top of the rack. This will
properly orient the angle of the shaking rack and accurately align the metal
wheels (bearings).
3.5.2 Place the lid on the solution tank with the reagent access door facing front,
making sure the shaker motor on the lid engages in the slot on the shaking
rack as the lid is lowered.
3.5.3 Connect the electrical components.
a. Connect the shaker motor to the shaker control unit.
b. Place the shaker control unit in the designated recessed area on the
lid.
c. Connect the shaker control unit to the power adapter.
d. Make sure the power is switched off and the speed setting is at zero.
e. Plug the power adapter into the wall outlet.
Fig. 3.5.3 A. Connecting the electrical components.
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