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PerkinElmer FlexDrop iQ Hardware Manual

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FlexDrop™ iQ™
Non-contact Dispenser
Hardware Manual
© Copyright 2021, PerkinElmer, Inc.
P/N CLS155331 Rev. A
Publication Date: April 21, 2021

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  • Page 1 FlexDrop™ iQ™ Non-contact Dispenser Hardware Manual © Copyright 2021, PerkinElmer, Inc. P/N CLS155331 Rev. A Publication Date: April 21, 2021...

  • Page 2: Preface

    This manual is published by PerkinElmer, Inc., 68 Elm Street, Hopkinton, MA 01748 USA. Copyright 2021, PerkinElmer, Inc. All rights reserved, including but not limited to those rights to reproduce this publication or parts thereof. Reproduction of this publication or parts thereof, or the products it describes, by any means or in any form is expressly prohibited without the written permission of PerkinElmer.
  • Page 3 • Product Service and Customer Support Plans PerkinElmer offers a full range of services to ensure your success. From our original factory warranty through a comprehensive line of customer support plans, PerkinElmer offers you Field Service Engineers and in-house Specialists who are dedicated to supporting your hardware, software, and application development needs.
  • Page 4 Lifting hazard. May result in injury. (ISO 3864) Levage dangereux. Peut entraîner des blessures. Fuse. (IEC 60417-5016) Fusible. Alternating current. (IEC 60417-5032) Courant alternatif. P/N CLS155331 Rev. A FlexDrop iQ Hardware Manual PerkinElmer, Inc.
  • Page 5 Arrêt (alimentation). CE compliance mark. Marque de conformité CE. WEEE symbol (EN50419:2005). Do not dispose of as unsorted municipal waste. See the PerkinElmer website (www.perkinelmer.com) for more information. Consult Instructions for Use. (ISO 7000-1641) Consulter les Instructions d’emploi. P/N CLS155331 Rev. A FlexDrop iQ Hardware Manual PerkinElmer, Inc.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Transport ......................... 14 Set Up and Initial Operation ....................14 Operation ........................... 15 Starting the FlexDrop iQ Instrument ................15 Shutting Down the FlexDrop iQ Instrument ..............16 Cleaning the Instrument ....................17 Spare Parts and Accessories..................... 18 Troubleshooting......................... 19 Service and Maintenance ....................

  • Page 7: Introduction

    The PerkinElmer FlexDrop iQ is designed and developed to automatically dispense liquids in the nanoliter range via dispensing plates. A liquid or liquids are filled into a specific FlexDrop iQ dispensing plate which is the source plate. This plate is SBS-compatible. For proper and safe functionality, FlexDrop iQ Plates can only be used with the system.

  • Page 8: Safety

    In case of one of these situations, please immediately disconnect the system from the electrical power supply by removing the power cord from the power socket. Please contact your PerkinElmer Service Representative before using the instrument again. P/N CLS155331 Rev. A FlexDrop iQ Hardware Manual PerkinElmer, Inc.
  • Page 9 Risk of electrical shock which may lead to death. The inside of the instrument contains live power parts. Do not remove the cover. No user serviceable parts inside. Please contact the PerkinElmer Technical Support for assistance (see page WARNING Risque d'électrocution pouvant entraîner la mort. L'intérieur de l'instrument contient des parties sous tension.

  • Page 10: Disconnecting The System From The Electrical Power Supply

    The system-plug-in connection via tubing and quick fitting acts as a separator from the air pressure supply. Place system in a way that separator can be easily recognized and accessed. P/N CLS155331 Rev. A FlexDrop iQ Hardware Manual PerkinElmer, Inc.

  • Page 11: System Contents

    (4) Black adapter plates (1, 2, 4 and 8 mm) – for target plate heights • • (3) FlexDrop iQ Source Plates with 500 µl-90 µm wells in startup kit (3) Waste PCR Tubes • P/N CLS155331 Rev. A FlexDrop iQ Hardware Manual PerkinElmer, Inc.

  • Page 12: Operating Keys, Buttons, And Connections

    Target Plate On/Off Button Button Target Plate Drawer Figure 1. FlexDrop iQ Front Front Connectors/Buttons Function ON/ OFF Button Press to turn the instrument on or off. (The main power switch on the back must be ON to operate the instrument.) Source Plate Button Open or close the Source Plate Drawer.

  • Page 13: Back Ports And Connections

    Rear Connectors Function (2) USB Ports USB Type A Network connector optionally used to connect RJ45 Port (LAN) the FlexDrop iQ to a LAN for network data storage. Quick Coupling Socket KD2-CN-4-S (Festo) 3- Air pressure 10bar Main Power Switch Turns power to the instrument on (|) or off (O).

  • Page 14: Transport, Setup, And Startup

    Do not cover the vent on back of instrument. Power cord and air pressure tubing must be easily accessible. 2. Connect air pressure supply (see Figure 2 FlexDrop iQ back). Set pressure to at least 3 bar, max. 10 bar. Open air pressure supply valve.

  • Page 15: Operation

    NOTE: It takes approximately 30 seconds until the instrument is ready for operation. 4. Wait for the instrument to complete the initialization and for the FlexDrop iQ Studio software to start. When the software starts, the main window opens and prompts you to create a new protocol or open an existing protocol.

  • Page 16: Shutting Down The Flexdrop Iq Instrument

    1. Remove all consumables from the Source and Target trays. 2. Close the Source and Target plate drawers. 3. In the FlexDrop iQ Studio software, select Menu > Exit to close the FlexDrop iQ Studio software. 4. On the tablet, select the Windows button, then select Power > Shut Down.

  • Page 17: Cleaning The Instrument

    Cleaning the Instrument Cleaning the Instrument Disconnect the instrument from the power supply before cleaning. Use only cleaning agents approved by PerkinElmer. WARNING Débranchez l'instrument de l'alimentation électrique avant de le nettoyer. N'utilisez que des agents de nettoyage approuvés par AVERTISSEMENT PerkinElmer.

  • Page 18: Spare Parts And Accessories

    Spare Parts and Accessories CAUTION For reliable operation, use only approved spare parts and accessories. PerkinElmer is not liable if material is used which is not approved by PerkinElmer. For questions please contact your PerkinElmer Service Representative (see page 3).

  • Page 19: Troubleshooting

    Close lid and start although On/Off Button is instrument was turned on. FlexDrop iQ Studio GREEN. software. If the malfunction cannot be solved, contact PerkinElmer Technical Support (see page 3). P/N CLS155331 Rev. A FlexDrop iQ Hardware Manual PerkinElmer, Inc.

  • Page 20: Service And Maintenance

    21. The fuse assembly is part of the main switch. The main switch is located on the back of the instrument (see Figure 2 FlexDrop iQ back). 1. Shut down the instrument and disconnect the power cord from the socket before changing the fuses.

  • Page 21: Technical Data

    Dimensions L x W x H: 471 x 575 x 378 mm 18.6” x 22.75” x 15” Weight: 50 kg (111 lbs.) For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures. P/N CLS155331 Rev. A FlexDrop iQ Hardware Manual PerkinElmer, Inc.
  • Page 22 PerkinElmer, Inc. 68 Elm Street Hopkinton, Massachusetts 01748 U.S.A. TEL 203-925-4602 FAX 203-944-4904 http://www.perkinelmer.com...

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