Cleaning up after a protocol run
About this topic
This topic describes the tasks you should perform when you have finished a protocol run.
Procedure
Make sure you clean up spilled liquids immediately. Do not use harsh abrasives, corrosive cleaning agents, or metal brushes to clean any BenchCel component or accessory.To clean up after a run:
1 Follow the VWorks prompts for post-run software procedures, such as unloading the microplates. See the VWorks Automation Control User Guide for detailed instructions.
2 Unload used sample microplates from the labware racks. See Filling and emptying the labware racks.
3 Remove the labware racks from the BenchCel Microplate Handler. See Installing and uninstalling the labware racks.
Make sure the power and compressed air are turned on when removing the racks.4 Remove manually placed microplates from platepads and external devices.
5 Use a clean soft cloth or laboratory wipes to clean up spills on any part of the BenchCel device immediately after a protocol run.
If necessary, use standard laboratory wipes and a mild detergent or isopropyl alcohol to clean the exterior painted white surfaces and the metal surfaces of dust, grime, chemical deposits, and other debris.
6 Make sure the x-axis tracks are free of debris.
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7 Clean the integrated devices. See the device user documentation for cleanup instructions.
8 Check run logs for errors.
9 If you have administrator or technician privileges and you have modified the protocol, save the protocol.
10 Log out of the operating software. See the VWorks Automation Control User Guide for instructions.
Related information
For information about... | See... |
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VWorks software run logs and protocols | VWorks Automation Control User Guide |
Logging in and out of the VWorks software | VWorks Automation Control User Guide |
Shutting down the BenchCel Microplate Handler |