Waste Bin

Description

The waste bin is a container that receives waste in the automation workstation. The software views the waste bin as a location (teachpoint) where the robot releases the labware that it has in its gripper. A receptacle for trash is typically positioned under this teachpoint.

Setup workflow

 

Step	For this task...	See...
1	Install the waste bin.	Agilent Automation Solutions Technical Support
2	Add the Waste Bin device to the device file.	Adding the waste bin in the device file
3	Set and verify the teachpoint for the platepad.	Applicable robot user guide, such as the BenchCel Microplate Handler User Guide

Adding the waste bin in the device file

To add a waste bin to the device file:

1	In the device file, add the Waste Bin device. See Adding devices for instructions.

2	In the Waste Bin Properties area, type the name of the waste bin.

3	In the Devices area, expand Waste Bin - 1, and then select Hole, the location where the robot will drop waste.

 

4	In the Waste Bin Hole Location Properties area, type or set the following:

 

 

Property	Description
Allowed/prohibited labware	Permitted labware class for the selected location. Use this field only if you want to limit the labware types allowed at this location. For details on labware classes, see the VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide.
BCR on south/west/north/east side	The location of the barcode reader and the desired barcode reader device. Use this field only if a barcode reader is installed on the device.
Teachpoint for robot	The name of the teachpoint to use for the Hole location. This selection enables the robot to move correctly to and from the Waste Bin during a protocol run. For example, if the robot teachpoint file contains a teachpoint for this Waste Bin, you must select that teachpoint.
Use for deadlock avoidance	Not applicable.
Door	If setting up a waste bin door, contact Agilent Automation Solutions Technical Support.

5	Select File > Save.

Related information

 

For information about...	See...
Device files	Adding devices
Phantom devices	Setting up phantom devices
Other devices	Device user guide
Creating a new protocol	Workflow for creating a basic protocol