Pausing the run
You can pause runs using one of the following methods:
• Pause all runs
• Pause selected runs in a runset
In addition, a protocol run will automatically pause when it reaches a User Message or Wait for User (Bravo) task. For details, see Pausing at a User Message or Wait for User task.
Pausing all runs
You can pause all runs that are in progress, and then continue the runs when you are ready. Pause all runs when you want to:
• Add or remove labware
• Add buffer to a reservoir
• Diagnose a problem
• Perform an operation that is not part of the protocol
If you need to stop a run in an emergency, press the emergency-stop button on the pendant. See the device user guide for the procedure.
To pause all runs currently in progress:
1 In the VWorks window, click Pause all on the toolbar.
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The Scheduler Paused dialog box opens.
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2 If you moved or removed labware from the system, or if you fixed a device problem so that locations on the device are now available, select Tools > System State Editor. Change the process plate status and the device location status. For instructions, see About the System State Editor.
3 In the Scheduler Paused dialog box, click one of the following:
Command | Description |
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Continue | Resumes the protocol run.  When you pause one or more runs, the Orbital Shaking Station stops. Before you continue the run, open Teleshake Diagnostics to restart the shaking. |
Diagnostics | Allows you to select the device diagnostic software to open and troubleshoot a problem or perform a manual operation. Note: If you click Diagnostics and open a device diagnostics dialog box, you will not be able to open the Bypass Interlock dialog box. |
Abort process | Aborts the current command or task in the run. Select Abort if you have determined that the protocol run is not recoverable. |
Finish, no new plates | Resumes the protocol run. Processes that are currently in progress will finish. However, no new labware will be delivered into the system. |
Pausing selected runs in a runset
If you want to bypass the interlock and enter the system, use the Pause All command. See Pausing all runs. To stop a run in an emergency, use the emergency-stop button on the pendant. See the safety instructions for the system, workstation, or device for details.
To pause one protocol run in the Runset Manager:
1 In the Runset Manager tab, right-click the protocol you want to pause.
2 In the shortcut menu that appears, select Pause this run. The selected protocol is paused, and its status is shown in the Runset Manager.
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Alternatively, you can select Temporarily prevent new plates from entering system in the shortcut menu to allow other runs to resume. Processes that are currently in progress will finish. No new labware will be delivered into the system.
3 To resume the paused run, right-click the paused protocol in the Runset Manager tab, and then click Resume this run.
Pausing at a User Message or Wait for User task
A run will automatically pause when it encounters a User Message or Wait for User task. These tasks pause the run to remind the operator to perform a task manually, such as refill a reservoir or replace labware.
When the system pauses, the message or Waiting for User dialog box appears.
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To confirm that you want to pause or to diagnose a problem:
1 Click Pause and Diagnose. The Scheduler Paused dialog appears.
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2 If you moved or removed labware from the system, or if you fixed a device problem so that locations on the device are now available, select Tools > System State Editor. Change the process plate status and the device location status. For instructions, see About the System State Editor.
3 In the Scheduler Paused dialog box, click one of the following:
Command | Description |
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Continue | Resumes the protocol run. When you pause one or more runs, the Orbital Shaking Station stops. Before you continue the run, open Teleshake Diagnostics to restart the shaking. |
Diagnostics | Allows you to select the device diagnostic software to open and troubleshoot a problem or perform a manual operation. Note: If you click Diagnostics and open a device diagnostics dialog box, you will not be able to open the Bypass Interlock dialog box. |
Abort process | Aborts the current command or task in the run. Select Abort if you have determined that the protocol run is not recoverable. |
Finish, no new plates | Resumes the protocol run. Processes that are currently in progress will finish. However, no new labware will be delivered into the system. |
Related information
For information about... | See... |
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The System State Editor | |
Viewing logs | |
Monitoring the protocol run | |
User Message task | |
Wait for User (Bravo) task |