Bio-Rad PROTEAN® IEF Cell Accessories - Manual (Page 45)

Section 13
Cleaning and Maintenance
Focusing/equilibration trays.
These trays are composed of polycarbonate. Clean the trays carefully with non-abrasive
detergent, e.g. a solution of ~10% SDS, being careful not to damage the platinum electrodes.
Special cleaning brushes are included with the PROTEAN IEF Cell to aid in the cleaning
process. Rinse the trays thoroughly with de-ionized water to remove all detergents. Make
sure the trays are completely dry prior to use.
Rehydration/equilibration trays:
These trays are composed of polystyrene and are disposable. If thoroughly cleaned as
specified above, these trays can be re-used.
PROTEAN IEF Cell:
The external case is composed of an ABS/Polycarbonate blend. Do not use strong solvents to
clean the PROTEAN IEF Cell. Any spills of IEF reagents on the cooling platform can be
removed with paper towel
Section 14
Warranty
The PROTEAN IEF Cell is warranted for one(1) year against defects in material and
workmanship. If any defects should occur during this warranty period, Bio-Rad Laboratories
will replace the defective parts without charge. However, the following defects are specifically
excluded:
1. Defects caused by improper operation.
2. Repair or modification done by anyone other than Bio-Rad Laboratories or their
authorized agent
3. Use with other spare parts not specified by Bio-Rad Laboratories.
For inquiry or request for repair service, contact your local Bio-Rad office.
Section 15
Product Information and Accessories
Catalog
Number
Product Description
165-4000 PROTEAN IEF System, complete, includes basic unit, 17 and 7 cm
focusing trays with lid, 1 pack each of 17 and 7 cm rehydration/
equilibration trays with lids, 2 pairs of forceps, 1 pack of electrode
wicks, mineral oil, cleaning brushes
165-4001 PROTEAN IEF Cell, 90–240 VAC, basic unit, includes the cell and
instruction manual
165-4010 17 cm focusing tray with lid, 1
165-4030 7 cm focusing tray with lid, 1
165-4015 Disposable rehydration/equilibration tray with lid, 17 cm, 25
165-4035 Disposable rehydration/equilibration tray with lid, 7 cm, 25
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