Eppendorf Self Test Function for Mastercycler nexus - Manual (Page 6)

Self Test Function for Mastercycler® pro and Mastercycler® nexus
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At block temperatures of 4 °C, 35 °C, 55 °C, 75 °C and 95 °C, the temperature
homogeneity and thermoregulation accuracy are determined after 30 s of holding time.
After 5 to 10 minutes the test result is displayed.
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Passed tests are labeled PASS and highlighted in green.
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Failed tests are labeled FAIL and highlighted in red.
The self-test is passed if all subtests have been passed.
Block zone The left, center and right block zones correspond to the
temperature control loop of the block.
Heating/cooling rates Temperature control velocity of the block during heating or
cooling.
Temperature control Accuracy of thermoregulation.
Temperature homogeneity Temperature homogeneity within each individual control circuit.
Overall temp. homogeneity Temperature homogeneity across the entire block.
Hint!
Failure of a test indicates an alteration, maladjustment or malfunctioning of the block. In
this case, please contact Eppendorf Service.
Hint!
Use the Eppendorf Temperature Verification System to verifiy and adjust the
temperature control of the block (see on p. 10).