Using the Manual Fill Reservoir
About this topic
This topic describes the Manual Fill Reservoir.
Description
The Manual Fill Reservoir is an open tray that you can install on a platepad to supply reagents to 96- and 384-channel pipette heads. You must manually refill and empty the reservoir.
Automation Solutions reservoirs are approved for use with most reagents and solvents. If you have questions on the use of a particular chemical or solvent in a Automation Solutions reservoir, contact Agilent Technical Support prior to use.
Figure Two types of Manual Fill Reservoirs: 96-well and 384-well options
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Using the reservoir
Before using the reservoir:
1 In the Labware Editor, ensure a labware definition is set up with the Reservoir base class.
2 Specify the deck location as configured labware in the VWorks software.
To use a Manual Fill Reservoir:
1 Fill the reservoir and place it on a deck location. The reservoir can be in any orientation.
2 To empty the reservoir, lift it from the deck location and discard the fluid according to applicable regulations.
Related information
For information about… | See… |
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Safety guidelines | G5562A, G5563A Bravo Platform Safety and Installation Guide |
Setting up liquid and labware definitions | VWorks Automation Control Setup Guide |
Using the accessory in a protocol | VWorks Automation Control User Guide |