Installation workflow

About this topic.

This topic presents the sequence of installation procedures for the BenchCel Microplate Handler. Typically, an integrated BenchCel Workstation will be installed for you.

 

WARNING Changing the installed workstation might invalidate the safety compliance and lead to personal injury or equipment damage. See Safety and regulatory compliance.

Workflow

 

Step	For this task…	See…
1	Verify that the installation location meets the site requirements.	Verifying laboratory requirements
2	Unpack the computer and connect the monitor, power, mouse, and keyboard.	Manufacturer’s instructions
3	Install the VWorks software.	Software release notes or VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide
4	Unpack the BenchCel device.	Unpacking the BenchCel Microplate Handler
5	Install the BenchCel risers, if applicable.	Agilent Automation Solutions Technical Support
6	Mount the robot head on the BenchCel device.	Mounting the robot on the BenchCel device
7	Integrate external devices.	About integrating devices in a workstation
8	Connect the BenchCel Microplate Handler: Power	Connecting the power source
	Pendant	Connecting the pendant
	Air supply	Connecting and disconnecting the air source
	Computer	Connecting the computer
9	Install the safety shield.	Installing the shield
10	Install the labware racks.	Installing and uninstalling the labware racks
11	Set up the BenchCel device profile and set the teachpoints.	Setup Workflow

Related information

 

For information about…	See…
Installing external devices	External device user documentation
Setting up the BenchCel Microplate Handler	Setting up BenchCel Microplate Handler
Defining labware, liquids, and pipetting techniques	VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide
Writing protocols in the VWorks software	VWorks Automation Control User Guide