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Removing and exchanging blocks – Techne TC-PLUS User Manual

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REMOVING AND EXCHANGING BLOCKS

The thermal cycling block can be removed and exchanged for one of a different format or for detailed

cleaning.

• First ensure that the unit is disconnected from

the power supply and has been allowed to cool

if previously in use.

• Open the drawer by pushing on the front

drawer panel then pull the drawer forwards to

access the block.

• Remove the collar from the block by

unscrewing the four screws at the edges and

lift off the block.

• Next, remove the orange insert behind the

draw front by unscrewing the two screws

beneath the panel, then lift out.

• Slide the block forwards to release the

connectors and lift out of the unit.

• Insert the new block and push back to connect

to the unit. Replace the orange insert and

screw in place.

• Re-fit the appropriate collar for the block in use

– the standard collar for the 96 and 384 well

blocks or the deeper collar for the 60 x 0.5ml

block.