Handling the labware racks About this topic The labware racks store the stacks of labware (microplates, tipboxes, and tube racks) that are processed during a protocol run. This topic describes how to carry labware racks safely. Carrying the labware racks WARNING Do not hold a rack by the interior edges. The interior edges can have sharp surfaces that can cause cuts if handled improperly. CAUTION A rack that is fully loaded with labware can be heavy. Grasp the rack handle firmly to prevent the rack from slipping or tilting. To carry a rack, firmly grasp the rack by the handle as shown in the following figure. Figure. Carrying a front-load rack Related information For information about... See... Filling and emptying the labware racks Filling and emptying the labware racks Mounting the labware racks onto the device and removing the racks from the device Installing and uninstalling the labware racks Labware definitions and the Labware Editor VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide
