Bio-Rad Bio-Plex® 200 Systems - Manual (Page 18)

• Communication cable
• Sheath fluid bottle
• Sheath fluid waste bottle
• 1 sample needle (11.6 cm/4.6 in)
1. Unpack all components, being careful not to jar the array reader. Ensure that all accessories
are supplied.
2. Carefully place the array reader onto the microplate platform so that the back edges and
corners of both instruments are in alignment and the black alignment plate on the reader
(top arrow, Figure 11) fits over the black knob on the top of the microplate platform (bottom
arrow, Figure 11).
Warning: Get a helper. One person should not attempt to lift the array reader. To avoid
back injury, always bend your knees and keep a straight back when lifting heavy objects.
Fig. 11. Reader aligned on top of microplate platform.
3. Plug the microplate platform power cord into an approved outlet. A surge protector is
recommended to protect the microplate platform from power fluctuations. See
Recommended Additional Equipment Not Provided on page 11.
4. A communication cable is supplied to connect into communication port 1 (P1) at the rear of
the array reader and to a USB port at the back of the computer. However, do not make this
connection until after the software is installed. Connect a power cord to the array reader’s
power connector.
5. Connect the communication cable in the microplate platform communication port to
communication port 1 (COM1) of the computer (Figure 12).
6. Plug the array reader and microplate platform power cords into a properly grounded
electrical outlet.
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