Dynalab SMP40 - Manual (Page 16)

7. Performing Melt Determinations
Once the analysis method and sample information have been entered into the SMP40 software the
instrument will display the New Measurement screen.
The Capillary tubes melt status is for Information Only. An accurate analysis of the data is
performed after the melt determination has been completed.
1 Place 1-3 prepared melting point capillaries
into the SMP40 sample compartments sample
block.
The external surface of the sample
capillaries must be wiped clean before being
placed into the sample block as chemical
residues may build up and affect the
performance of the device.
2 Press “Start the melt” to initiate the melting
protocol.
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Current block
temperature
Sample name
Method
information
Capillary
tubes melt
status
Live image
of the
sample
compartment
Figure 6: New Measurement Screen