C.B.S. Scientific SGE-040-02 - Manual (Page 9)

C.B.S. œ Scientific Econo-Sub Units 9
3.3 Running the Gel
1. Add enough buffer to fill both reservoirs and
overflow the surface of the gel to a depth of 2-3mm.
Gently remove comb(s). Flush out any air bubbles
in the wells. Load the samples into the sample
wells.
2. Place the safety cover on the unit.
3. Connect the leads to the power supply, matching the
color-coded red to red and black to black. See
Section 4.1 for recommended power conditions.
Begin separation by electrophoresis.
3.4 Removing the Gel
1. Turn the power supply off and disconnect the leads
from the power supply.
2. Remove the safety cover from the unit, by placing
thumbs on white posts next to red & black
connectors, then pushing down while pulling up with
fingers under lid. DO NOT pull on power cords.
3. Gently lift the gel tray from the unit. Always wear gloves, eye protection and protective
clothing if buffer and/or gel contains Ethidium Bromide. Ethidium Bromide is a powerful