Bio-Rad Experion DNA Analysis Kits - Manual (Page 12)

2.1 Unpacking System Components
The Experion system components are:
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Electrophoresis station, power cord, USB2 cable, and instruction manual
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Priming station, power adapter, power cord, and 2 extra priming seals
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Experion software CD-ROM
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Vortex station (for DNA and RNA analysis)
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Experion starter kit (either Pro260 or RNA StdSens, included with catalog #701-7000
or #701-7001)
When removing the contents from each shipping box, carefully lift the electrophoresis station by
grasping the underside of the unit (between the green rubber feet) and the top of the unit. Open the lid
of the electrophoresis station and remove the shipping pin (as indicated on the yellow label; save the
shipping pin for use in future shipments). Remove the instruments from the protective plastic bags and
inspect them for any external damage. If any part is missing or damaged, contact Bio-Rad immediately.
Store the starter kit components at the temperatures indicated in the instruction manual.
2.2 Component Setup and Operation
Setup involves the following steps:
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Connect the vortex and priming stations to an electrical outlet
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Connect and configure the computer and install Experion software
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Connect the Experion electrophoresis station to a power outlet and to the computer
(USB connection)
2.2.1 Priming Station
The priming station is equipped with a power supply that operates at 100–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz. Connect
one end of the power adapter cable to the priming station and the other end to a grounded AC outlet
rated 10 A/100–240 V (Figure 2.1).
The priming station automatically powers up when the cable connections are made. There is no
power switch.
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Fig . 2 .1 . Experion priming station power
connection (left) and priming station
display (right) .
Experion Automated Electrophoresis System