Techne TC-3000X - Manual (Page 23)

HEATED LID: TC-3000
To release the heated lid, lift the lid catch and the
lid will open. To close the lid, push down gently
until the catch clicks in place. Do not close the
lid without tubes being fitted in the block.
HEATED LID: TC-3000X
The heated lid has a rotating knob to adjust the lid
pressure on the samples, allowing for a variety of
consumables to be used. To adjust the pressure:
• Adjust the orange rotating knob anticlockwise
to give the least pressure.
• Place the samples in the block and place the lid
in the down position.
• Gently rotate the knob clockwise until you can
feel pressure beginning to be applied.
• Rotate the knob a further quarter of a turn and
this will give the correct pressure.
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USER OPERATION AND CONSUMABLES
Do not over-tighten the knob as this will cause deformation of the silicone rubber mat (where used) and
reduce the effectiveness of the lid. Once the pressure has been set it does not need to be adjusted unless
a different block or consumable is used.
The silicone rubber mat supplied with the unit (Part number 6106196) is for use with 48 well microplates
when sealing using a plastic adhesive film. The mat should be placed on top of the sealing film to ensure
good thermal contact with the heated lid.