Bioneer ExiPrep 16 Dx User manual

ExiPrep
TM
16 Dx
FullyAutomated NucleicAcid Extraction System
A-5050
FullyAutomatedNucleicAcidExtractionSystem
User’s Guide

ExiPrep
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16 Dx / Fully Automated Nucleic Acid Extraction System
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ExiPrep
TM
16 Dx
FullyAutomated NucleicAcid Extraction System
User’s Guide
Version No.: 1.01(2015-09)
Bioneer
8-11, Munpyeongseo-ro, Daedeok-gu,
Daejeon, 34302, Republic of Korea
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]
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ExiPrep
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Contents
I. Getting Started ............................................................................................................... 1
II. Safety Warnings and Precautions....................................................................................... 4
III. Waste Safety Warnings & User Maintenance ........................................................................ 8
IV. System Components and Specifications ........................................................................... 10
1. System Components ...........................................................................................................................................................10
2. Specifications ..........................................................................................................................................................................11
3. System Views ..........................................................................................................................................................................11
V. Installing the ExiPrep ™16 Dx........................................................................................... 12
1. Site Requirements.................................................................................................................................................................12
2. Materials Required Materials...........................................................................................................................................12
3. Unpacking the ExiPrep ™16 Dx .......................................................................................................................................12
4. Remove Locking Screw ......................................................................................................................................................13
5. Power ON .................................................................................................................................................................................14
6. PC connect for ExiStation
TM .............................................................................................................................................15
VI. DNA/RNA Extraction ...................................................................................................... 16
1. Contamination Protection Accessory Installation ..................................................................................................16
2. Sample Preparation..............................................................................................................................................................17
3. RUN (Not used PC) ..............................................................................................................................................................19
VII. ExiPrep
TM16 Dx Setup .................................................................................................... 23
1. Main Menu...............................................................................................................................................................................23
2. Registering a New User .....................................................................................................................................................27
3. Viewing Run History ............................................................................................................................................................28
4. Managing the Login Mode ..............................................................................................................................................29
5. Managing the Automatic UV-Sterilization Mode ..................................................................................................30
6. Configuring the System .....................................................................................................................................................31
7. Administrator Management.............................................................................................................................................32
VIII. Updating the ExiPrep
TM16 Dx........................................................................................... 34
IX. DNA/RNA Extraction Program Number List ........................................................................ 37
X. Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................ 41
XI. Warranty...................................................................................................................... 45

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I. Getting Started
Thank you for purchasing this Bioneer product.
We will try our best to provide satisfactory results to our customers.
This manual contains practical guidelines and cautions to be taken regarding the instrument.
Please read this manual carefully and thoroughly before using the instrument.
Website
Please visit us online at http://www.bioneer.com to obtain more information about
ExiPrep
TM16 Dx.
General information
 ExiPrep ™16 Dx is a trademark of Bioneer Corporation.
The information contained in this manual is under copyright protection. It is unlawful to
reproduce part or all of the contents of this manual without the expressed written consent
of Bioneer Corporation.
Bioneer Corporation reserves the right to alter, modify and otherwise make changes to
the instrument and manuals without prior notice.
You must be used carefully UV Lamp. Detail can be found in Safety warning and
Precautions.
You must use the supplied accessories and tubes.
 ExiPrep
TM16 Dx can be used
ExiStation
TM.
Safety Labels Description on the ExiPrep ™16 Dx
English
Please pull out/push in the base plate carefully to avoid possible overflow from the
waste tray.
Francais
Afin d’éviter le débordement du bac à déchets, veuillez faire attention lorsque vous
tirez et remettez en place la plateau de base.
English
Do NOT open the door during instrument’s operation. You can be injured your hands
or body.
Francais
Ne pas ouvrir la porte pendant la durée des opérations des instruments.
Risque de blessures corporelles.

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Symbols on the ExiPrep ™16 Dx
Safety Symbols on the ExiPrep ™16 Dx
The following table describes the safety symbols that may be displayed on ExiPrep ™16 Dx. Each
symbol may appear by itself or with text that explains the relevant hazard.
Hazards or dangerous actions that may result in burn.
Hot surface area. Do NOT Touch.
Please pull out/push in the base plate carefully to avoid possible overflow
from the waste tray.
Do NOT open the door during instrument’s operation. You can be injured
your hands or body.
Electrical Symbols on the ExiPrep ™16 Dx
The following table describes the electrical symbols that may be displayed on the ExiPrep ™16 Dx.
Indicates the On position of the push power switch.
Indicates the Off position of the push power switch.
Indicates a standby switch by which the instrument is switched on to the
Standby condition on touch TFT-LCD.
Indicates a protective grounding terminal that must be connected to earth
ground of power cord.
Indicates a terminal that can receive or supply alternating current or voltage.
Indicates a terminal that can receive or supply direct current or voltage.
Environmental Symbols on the ExiPrep ™16 Dx
The following symbol (WEEE) applies to the ExiPrep ™16 Dx placed on the European market.
Do not dispose of ExiPrep ™16 Dx as unsorted municipal waste.
Follow local municipal waste ordinances for proper disposal provisions to
reduce the environmental impact of waste electrical and electronic
Instrument.
European Union customers:
Call your local Europe office for Bioneer instruments pick-up and recycling.

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About the ExiPrep ™16 Dx
ExiPrep ™16 Dx is fully automated nucleic acid extraction system from lysis to elution. An integrated
3.5＂touch screen enables easy operation. On-screen messages also display detailed process
Information such as, protocol details and user information. Optimized protocols for routine nucleic
acid extraction are preloaded in the ExiPrep ™16 Dx. Simply select a protocol from the touch screen
depending on sample type. A built-in heating block in ExiPrep ™16 Dx facilitates sample lysis. The
heating block can achieve and maintain sample temperatures of 40℃~90℃. Highly pure DNA or RNA
can be purified with Bioneer’s proprietary silica magnetic bead technology.
The magnetic beads feature extremely high binding capacity for DNA and RNA due to a wide surface
area on the round-shape bead.
The contamination shield and the tip protector designed to protect the assay from cross-
contamination during instrument operation. Any time the pipette tips are moving, the contamination
shield and tip protector will slide under the tips, therefore eliminating the possibility of intra-assay
cross-contamination which is a must when working with multiple samples.
A built-in UV lamp activates automatically when an extraction run has completed. This automatic
sterilization prevents and eliminates the risk of cross-contamination.
The cooling block preserves the extracted molecular diagnostic kit tubes in low temperature.
Intended purpose
Purify DNA or RNA from such diverse sources of human or animals as bacteria, blood, tissues, and
plants.

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II. Safety Warnings and Precautions
The warnings and precautions stated below are for the correct and safe operation of the instrument.
Please heed all information for your safety. Bioneer Corporation does not assume responsibility for
non-compliance with the safety warnings and precautions stated below.
Hazards or dangerous actions that may result in severe injury.
Hazards or dangerous actions that may result in minor injury or damage.
Hazards or dangerous actions that may result in burn.
Hazards or dangerous actions that may result in electronic shock.
User and experimental precautions
1) Make sure that the power supply (100-240VAC, 50/60Hz) is correctly connected to the
power adapter and that the power adapter is correctly connected to the instrument. Incorrect
connection of the power adapter and power supply can result in instrument damage or
failure to turn on.
2) This instrument is intended for nucleic acid extraction. Please use as such.
3) The instrument may stop if the LCD panel is touched while connected to a PC via LAN cable.
If operating the instrument via PC software, please allow for the instrument to finish its
programmed movement before operating the LCD panel.
4) Do not turn the PC off or disconnect the LAN cable connecting the PC to the instrument.
Data communication error can result in instrument malfunction and can affect the results of
your experiment.
5) Please install the instrument on a flat surface.
6) Do not operate the instrument with wet hands as this may result in shock or instrument
malfunction. Please touch the power adapter cord with dry hands.
7) If the instrument is stopped either from operator error including improper accessory insertion
or manually halting the instrument during normal operation, you must re-initialize the
instrument before pulling out the Base Plate. Pulling out the Base Plate without prior
initialization can lead to instrument damage from movement interferences including a raised
Heating Block or other accessories stopped in motion. If Buffer Cartridges are inserted into
the Base Plate, please reinitialize the instrument or pull out the Buffer Cartridges to make
sure the Heating Block is not in the way of normal Base Plate movement.
8) Avoid placing objects in the front and rear of the instrument, as fan blockage may cause
lowered efficiency of the Cooling Block.
9) Be careful not to have any obstructions or foreign materials introduced into the front-lower
side Cooling Fan mesh. Foreign objects can hinder normal Cooling Fan operation and may
lead to overheating of parts or cause a fire.
Precautions regarding the electrical environment
1) If the power cord is loose, do not use the instrument. Power cord overheating may result in
shock or fire.
2) Do not operate multiple instruments out of a single wall outlet. The load may cause
overheating and may lead to fire.
3) When plugging or unplugging the power cord from a wall outlet, make sure your hands are
completely dry. Wet or moist hands may cause electric shock.

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4) A convenient and safe power cable should be available. The power cord provided by our
company should be used.
5) Socket outlets should be at least 1.5 m from a sink or wash basin.
6) Power cord Cable should not be repaired with insulating tape. Water can still get inside.
7) If you use other power cord, it should be adequate for the electrical capacity for the
ExiPrep
TM16 Dx (250V, 7A, 0.75mm2, VDE).
8) Plugs should match the socket outlets.
9) Unplug the power cord from the ExiPrep
TM16 Dx when not in operation for a long period of
time to prevent the possibility of fire by overheating.
10) The Adapter provided by our company must be used(FSP GROUP INC. AC Input: 100-240VAC,
2.3~0.8A, 50/60Hz, DC Output: 24VDC, 7.5A, Pin1,2: +, Pin3, 4: -, UL).
11) ExiPrep
TM16 Dx is equipped with a 3-conductor AC power cord that, when connected to an
appropriate AC power outlet, grounds (earths) the instrument. To preserve this protection
feature, do not operate the instrument from an AC power outlet that has no ground (earth)
connection.
Precautions regarding the operation environment
1) Avoid placing objects in the front and rear of the instrument.
2) Avoid installing the instrument in a dusty environment. Excessive dust may cause
malfunction or damage to the instrument.
3) Avoid installation near heat sources. This can cause fire.
4) Avoid installation near sources of water or damp locations. This can cause electrical shock,
fire or instrument malfunction.
5) Do not install near sources of flammable or corrosive gas. If there is a gas leak, do not
touch the power plug but open a window to circulate fresh air. Sparks from the power plug
can cause fire and explosions.
6) Do not disassemble or modify the instrument in any way. This can result in fire, electrical
shock or malfunction, and also voids your warranty.
Precautions and warnings regarding instrument installation
1) This is a precision instrument. Do not install in a location exposed to direct sunlight.
2) Install the instrument on a flat, solid surface that is flat and does not move.
3) When installing the instrument, make sure at least 15 cm separate the instrument from the
nearest wall.
4) Take caution not to damage the cooling fan mesh (located on the front-bottom) while
installing.
5) When connecting the PC, network hub and ExiPrep
TM16 Dx, do so with all involved
components powered off. Connecting components while the power is on may cause
damage to the instrument.
6) Verify the network cable integrity when connecting between the PC, network hub and
ExiPrep
TM16 Dx. Unstable network connections may result in invalid experimental data from
data communication errors.
Precautions and warnings regarding instrument operation
1) Dust off the power plug and insert the plug so that the connection is firm and does not
wiggle. Incomplete electrical contacts may cause fire.
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to heat may affect the instrument and yield inexact results.
3) Operate the instrument within the recommended humidity range (20~80%, no condensation).
Humid conditions may cause corrosion or malfunction.
4) Do not place any objects next to or behind the instrument. The instrument may malfunction.
5) This instrument contains precision machined parts. Do not drop or severely agitate the
instrument. This can break the instrument and compromise the safety of the product.
6) When not using the instrument for a long period of time, turn the instrument off and unplug
from the wall outlet. Overheating and fire may occur.
7) Take caution not to damage the cooling fan mesh located on the front-bottom of the
instrument. If the mesh is damaged and the Cooling Fan does not work, the Cooling Fan
motor and cooling element may overheat and cause fire.
8) Set your PC's Power Options for 'Turn off the display', 'Turn off the hard disk', 'Standby
mode' and 'Sleep mode' to 'Never'. Because the instrument continuously transmits and
receives data from the PC, hard disk power-down may cause malfunctions.
9) The instrument automatically turns off the UV lamp and its operation when the instrument’s
door is open. However, just in case it does NOT turns off when the door is open, please
make sure the UV light does not directly expose to your eyes and skin.
10) You can be injured your hands or body. Do NOT open the door during instrument’s operation.
11) Moving parts can crush and cut. Keep hands clear of moving parts while operating the
instrument. Disconnect power before servicing the instrument.
Precautions and warnings regarding product usage and maintenance
1) This product must only be used for nucleic acid extraction and automatic aliquot. Do not use
the instrument for any use other than explicitly stated in the User Guide.
2) You must use the supplied accessories and tubes.
3) Do not modify or delete instrument-related information installed within the instrument.
4) Operate the LCD touch-screen using a non-sharp object. Nails and other sharp objects may
damage the product.
5) The instrument UV lamp will only operate if the door is completely shut. Make sure the door
sensor is free of foreign materials or obstructions.
6) Do not use powerful detergents or solvents to clean the outside of the instrument as this
may cause discoloration. If such chemicals are spilled on the instrument, immediately clean
with a soft cloth.
7) Do not keep the instrument in an environment with high humidity. Damage from storage in
these conditions is classified as water damage and is not covered by warranty. Also,
damage arising from this type of exposure may be irreparable.
8) Disassembly and/or modification of the instrument void the warranty and may be refused
service.
9) Do not unplug the power adapter from the instrument while the instrument is in use. This
may cause the instrument to break.
10) If a burning smell is detected or the instrument seems to be excessively hot during operation,
immediately stop using the instrument and call your service representative.
11) Do not drop or impact the instrument. This is a direct cause of instrument damage and may
void the warranty.
12) Always verify that the Heating Block is in normal position before pulling out the Base Plate. If
the Base Plate is pulled out while the Heating Block is not in its normal, initialized position,
the interference in movement can cause Heating Block and other internal component
damage and lead to instrument malfunction. Since installed Buffer Cartridges obscure the
view, re-initialize the instrument or take out the Buffer Cartridges and visually inspect the
position of the Heating Block before pulling out the Base Plate.

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13) Take caution not to damage the cooling fan mesh located on the front-bottom of the
instrument. If the mesh is damaged and the Cooling Fan does not work, the Cooling Fan
motor and cooling element may overheat and cause fire.
14) The instrument automatically turns off the UV lamp and its operation when the instrument’s
door is open. However, just in case it does NOT turns off when the door is open, please
make sure the UV light does not directly expose to your eyes and skin.
15) When there is liquid in the Waste Tray in the equipment, take extra caution to push-in or
pull-out the base plate so the liquid does NOT overflow to the instrument inside. If the liquid
overflows inside the instrument, it may damage the instrument or cause the electrocution.
UV Lamp
1) UV lamp operation may create Ozone molecules. For the safety issue, the instrument is pre-
programmed the UV lamp operation for 15 minutes only. Please do NOT extensively use UV
lamp operations.
2) The Ultraviolet (UV) ray can seriously damage your eyes and skin when exposed directly
(even through indirectly). When you deal with UV lamp, make sure you are wearing proper
protective equipment.
3) The UV Lamp provided by our company should be used(Input: 15 V; 4 W, UV output: 1,2 W,
0,42 A).
Precautions regarding moving and lifting instrument
1) The instrument is to be moved and positioned only by the personnel or vendor specified in the
applicable site preparation guide. If you decide to lift or move the instrument after it has been
installed, do not attempt to lift or move the instrument without the assistance of others, the
use of appropriate moving equipment, and proper lifting techniques.
2) Improper lifting can cause painful and permanent back injury. Depending on the weight,
moving or lifting an instrument may require two or more persons.
Warnings regarding biological and chemical hazard safety
1) Biological samples such as tissues, body fluids, and blood of humans and other animals have
the potential to transmit infectious diseases. Follow all applicable local, state/provincial,
and/or national regulations. Wear appropriate protective eyewear, clothing, and gloves.
2) Before handling any chemicals, refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet(MSDS) provided by the
manufacturer, and observe all relevant precautions.
3) Always determine what chemicals have been used in the instrument before changing reagents
or instrument components. Wear appropriate eyewear, protective clothing, and gloves when
working on the instrument.
4) Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheets(MSDS) provided by the chemical
manufacturer before you store, handle, or work with any chemicals or hazardous materials.
5) Minimize contact with chemicals. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment when
handling chemicals (for example, safety glasses, gloves, or protective clothing).

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III. Waste Safety Warnings & User Maintenance
This instrument is used with a special kit that contains large amounts of chlorine compounds for the
purpose of extracting a nucleic acid. Furthermore, the nucleic acids extracted through this instrument
have a shelf life about their sequence information. So, the residual nucleic acid can give a bad effect
to the performance of the instrument. Minimizing this kind of risk, it is strongly recommended to follow
the appropriate procedures for the prevention and progression themselves after referring the below.
Note:
Power off the ExiPrep ™16 Dx, then remove the adaptor.
Allow the instrument to cool until the heater&magnetic block and elution block reach room
temperature.
Always wear protective glasses and gloves when servicing the instrument. Also, make sure you
disconnect the instrument from adaptor before you begin any service procedure.
During instrument operation, the temperature of the heater&magnetic block can be as high as 100°C,
and the temperature of the heater block can be as high as 50°C. Before performing the procedure,
keep hands away until the heater&magnetic block and elution block reach room temperature
1. Notice after using the instrument immediately
After using the instrument, do pay attention about the base plate because its Waste Tray contains
large amounts of waste reagent which could be spilled over if you don’t have particular attention
to the operation.
1) If you operate the base plate rapidly, the overflow of waste reagent will contaminate inside of
the instrument, so that the false positives will appear from the next experiment.
2) The waste is corrosive to stainless steel and other metals because the waste contains large
amount of chlorine compounds.
3) Accidental happening an overflow, request A/S to clean it because the disassembly of the
base plate is required to remove the inside pollution in it.
2. Cleaning solution for internal and external space of the instrument
1) Use distilled Water (DW), 70% ethanol, nucleic acid digestion solution (5% nitric acid, 1% lox
blancher, DNAzap), and a dual lox blancher as a cleaning solutions. But be careful with
DNAzap because it corrodes the metal. When you are using a lint free cloth and paper towel
to soak in the cleaning solution, keep them wet or moist but not to drop the solution onto the
equipment. Also, do not spray the cleaning solution directly onto the equipment.
3. Case of contamination
Note
When a contamination occurs, take appropriate action immediately to prevent accumulative
pollution and damage possibly being happened.
1) For cleaning the accessory, refer to the Accessory cleaning equipment.

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2) If a waste solution did not go into the base plate, clean it using a paper towel treated with
nucleic acid digestion solution. After that, clean it again using a wet a paper towel with DW,
dry it using a dry paper towel, and sterilize the inside of instrument with UV lamp immediately.
3) If the waste went into the base plate, you have to request A/S to clean it because the
disassembly of the base plate is required.
4. Waste Treatment
1) All the wastes and the remaining reagents must be disposed in accordance with legal
procedures.
2) Wear appropriate eyewear, clothing, and gloves when handling reagent and waste tray.
5. Cleaning the Touch-screen
Clean the touch-screen with any commercially available LCD cleaning product.
Be careful not to scratch the screen.
6. Returning an ExiPrep ™16 Dx for Service
1) Decontaminate the instrument.
If the base plate become contaminated with radioactivity, use a commercially available
decontaminant to remove the contamination. If the base plate cannot be decontaminated,
the instrument cannot be returned to Bioneer for service.
2) Complete of instrument decontamination.
3) Fax or e-mail([e-mail]) the service request form to the customer center.
4) Pack the instrument in the provided packaging, without any accessories or adaptor. Include
service request form in the box.
Note: Repairs for instruments without the service request form are delayed.
5) Affix the provided postage to the box, then ship the instrument to the designated facility. The
repair process requires 1 to 3 weeks.

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IV. System Components and Specifications
1. System Components
- PCR preparation plate: It is used for ExiStation
TM system instead of Setup tray.
Part Name
Cat. No.
Qty.
Check
ExiPrep ™16 Dx
A-5050
1 ea
□
User’s Guide
1 ea
□
Sample Tube Rack
1 ea
□
Elution Tube Rack
1 ea
□
Disposable Tip Rack
1 ea
□
Tip Protector
1 ea
□
Contamination Shield
1 ea
□
6 Hole Puncher
1 ea
□
Protection Cover Separation Tool
1 ea
□
Setup Tray
1 ea
□
Adaptor
1 ea
□
Power cord
1 ea
□
(Optional) Multi Puncher
-
(Optional) PCR Preparation Plate for ExiStation
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2. Specifications
Dimensions
320 (W) x 500 (H) x 535 (D)
12.6in(W) x 19.69in(H) x 21.06in(D)
Weight
27 kg (59.53lbs)
Operating temperature
15 –30°C (59 - 86℉)
Operating humidity
20 - 80%, no condensation
Operating system
Standalone or PC
Electrical (Voltage / Frequency)
Adaptor: AC Input: 100-240VAC, 2.3-0.8A,
50/60Hz, DC Output: 24VDC, 7.5A
Instrument: DC Input: 24VDC, 7.5A
Network support
TCP/IP protocol
User interface
320 x 240 touch screen TFT LCD, 18 bit color
3. System Views

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V. Installing the ExiPrep ™16 Dx
1. Site Requirements
The ExiPrep ™16 Dx is for indoor use. Ensure that the installation site:
–Meets the spatial and weight requirements
–Meets environmental requirements
–Is within 1.5 m (4.92 ft) of the 250VA power receptacle
–Is away from water
2. Materials Required Materials
–Scissors, pocket knife, or box cutter
3. Unpacking the ExiPrep ™16 Dx
Save the packing materials and box in case you need to ship the instrument to Bioneer for service.
1) To unpack the ExiPrep ™16 Dx:
a) Cut the straps securing the instrument box.
b) Cut the tape securing the top flaps of the instrument crate, then open the flaps.
c) Remove the ExiPrep ™16 Dx Accessories from the instrument and set them aside.
d) Lift and remove the cover from the instrument crate.
e) Remove the packing material from the ExiPrep ™16 Dx, then inspect the instrument for
shipping damage.
If the ExiPrep ™16 Dx is damaged, note the location and appearance of the damage, then contact
Bioneer Technical Support or your service representative.
2) Move the ExiPrep ™16 Dx to the desired installation site. Follow these guidelines for lifting and
moving:

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Make sure that you have a secure, comfortable grip.
Keep your spine in a neutral position.
Bend at the knees and lift with your legs.
Do not lift and twist your torso at the same time.
3) Open the bag containing the ExiPrep ™16 Dx Accessories, then verify that it contains:
 ExiPrep ™16 Dx User Guide
Adaptor, Power Cord, Power 10A/125V North America or Power 10A/220V Europe
4. Remove Locking Screw
1. Open the door and remove the Screw (A) from the rail.
2. Remove the Holding plate (B) from the rail and the
Syringe Block.
3. Remove the Screw (C) from the locking block which
immobilizes the belt.
4. Separate the holding block (D, E) from the belt and
remove it.

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5. Power ON
1. Connect the power cable to the rear of the instrument.
2. Turn on the instrument. A power button will display on
the LCD touch screen to indicate normal power on.
3. Press the power button on the LCD screen to initialize
the instrument. A progress bar on the lower portion of
the LCD touch-screen will indicate initialization progress.
4. Open the door and remove the Sponge block (F) from
the Base Plate after initialization.

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6. PC connect for ExiStation
TM
1. Connect the network hub power adapter to the network
hub and plug the adapter into a wall outlet.
2. Connect the instrument to the network hub using a LAN
cable.
3. Connect a LAN cable between the network hub and the
PC which has the ExiStation ™ Manager Software
installed.
4. Installation of the instrument is complete.

ExiPrep
TM
16 Dx / Fully Automated Nucleic Acid Extraction System
16
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BQ-042-101-01
Revision : 0(2012-12-07)
VI. DNA/RNA Extraction
1. Contamination Protection Accessory Installation
1. From the ‘Menu’ screen, click ‘MISC SET’.
Pull out the Syringe block all the way front (outside)
Contamination Shield and Tip Protector.
NOTE
“Load”button of ExiStation
TM S/W perform the same
function with “MISC SET”button.
In order to use protection accessory, this must be installed
on the Base plate accessory.
2. Place the Tip Protector on top of the Syringe block, and
insert it into two holding shafts.
Make sure front and rear are properly inserted.
Do NOT FORCE to insert the Tip Protector. It may
damage.
3. Place the Contamination Shield on the lower-right side of
the Syringe block.
Contamination Shield has a magnet which means if you
place on the upside-down right, it will stick to the
holding bar.
4. From the ‘Menu’ screen, click ‘MISC SET’.
The base plate moves back to the initialization
position (inside the instrument).
NOTE
“Load”button of ExiStation
TM S/W perform the same
function with “MISC SET”button.