Applied Biosystems 7900HT Fast Real-Time PCR System and SDS ...

Chapter 4Operating the Instrument2. Insert a Low Density Array into the sealer:a. Orient the Low Density Array in the proper direction over the sealer’s insertplate. The Low Density Array’s fill reservoir end should be the end closestto the arrows etched in the base of the sealer.b. Insert the Low Density Array, foil side up, on top of the insert plate.GR21773. Gently push the Low Density Array until it is seated securely in the insert plate.Note: Two metal pins on the sealer’s insert plate project into correspondingholes molded into the Low Density Array’s carrier to provide mechanicalalignment for the sealing process. When properly seated, the Low DensityArray’s foil surface should be level with the base of the sealer.Note: Four spring clips ensure that the Low Density Array is held in the properposition.PinPinGR2174Sealing a Card1. Push the carriage across the base of the sealer in the direction of the arrows. Useone firm, smooth motion until you reach the end of the sealer.The sealer has mechanical stops at both ends to prevent thecarriage from coming off. Do not use excessive force or speed when pushing thecarriage. Using force will not increase the sealing quality but only cause wear tothe sealer.End positionGR2176Move in thisdirection:4-20 Applied Biosystems 7900HT Fast Real-Time PCR System and SDS Enterprise Database User GuideDRAFTSeptember 1, 2004 11:39 am, CH_Basic.fm