Bio-Rad T100™ Thermal Cycler - Manual (Page 12)

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Figure 1. Front view of the T100 thermal cycler.
Setting Up the T100 Thermal Cycler
The T100 thermal cycler package includes:
• T100 thermal cycler
• Power cord
• Support ring for individual tubes
• Instruction manual
Remove all packaging materials and store them for future use. If any item is missing or
damaged, contact your local Bio-Rad office.
Place the T100 thermal cycler base on a flat, dry surface with sufficient cool airflow to run
properly.
1. Before operating the thermal cycler, be sure to read the safety specifications (Safety and
Regulatory Compliance, on page iv) and operating requirements.
2. Plug the supplied power cord into the appropriate electrical outlet.
3. Turn on the thermal cycler using the power switch on the back panel.
4. The thermal cycler runs a self-test to verify proper function, and then displays the home
screen.
Heated inner lid
Reaction block
Air vents
Status LED
Touch screen
USB port