VWR peqlab PCR Workstation Pro User manual

Instruction Manual / Bedienungsanleitung
PCR Workstation Pro

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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 2
WARRANTY 2
DELIVERY CONTENTS 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4
ASSEMBLING THE PCR WORKSTATION PRO 6
SPECIFICATIONS 10
PEQLAB PCR Workstation Pro 10
Power supply 10
CONNECTIONS 11
AC Power inlet 11
AC power outlets 12
OPERATING THE PCR WORKSTATION PRO 13
Use of PCR equipment inside the workstation 13
Operating the UV and white lights 13
Timer 13
Turning on UV decontamination 14
White light and UV Air Recirculation 14
Changing the decontamination time 14
Setting up a daily decontamination routine 15
Changing date and time 16
Checking the operating hours of the surface UV tubes 16
Resetting the operating hours of the surface UV tubes 17
Checking the operating hours of the UV Air Recirculator UV tube 17
Resetting the operating hours of the UV Air Recirculator UV tube 18
Overhead white light 19
UV Air Recirculator 17
Measuring the UV tube intensity 20
Bacterial destruction chart 21
MAINTENANCE 22
Care and cleaning 22
Replacing the UV germicidal or white light tubes 22
Replacing the UV tube of the UV Air Recirculator 23
Replacing the fuse 23
Replacing the filter of the UV Air Recirculator 23
TECHNICAL SERVICE AND ORDER INFORMATION 24
DISPOSAL INSTRUCTION 24
Eine deutsche Bedienungsanleitung finden Sie ab S. 23 dieses Manuals.

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INTRODUCTION
The PEQLAB PCR Workstation Pro is designed as an ideal environment for the manipulation of
DNA and RNA, especially for the setup of PCR assays. Contaminations can lead to false or mis-
leading results which costs time and money. The PEQLAB PCR Workstation Pro minimizes the
risk of contamination. It provides a 'separated room', e.g. for the setup of PCR reactions.
The high intensity surface UV tubes inactivate DNA as a source of contamination between experi-
ments. In addition, an UV Air Recirculator is integrated into the workstation system which reduces
airborne contaminants during experiments. UV light is effectively blocked by solid polycarbonate
screens to ensure maximum protection of the user.
The surface of the workstation consists of stainless steel, which is very robust, can easily be
cleaned and has an antimicrobial effect.
The PEQLAB PCR Workstation Pro offers a controlled environment for PCR and RNA applications
that protects your samples and helps to achieve optimal results.
WARRANTY
VWR warrants its products to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two
years from date of purchase. The foregoing warranty of VWR shall be of no force and effect if
buyer has modified or damaged the product. Tubes and filters are warranted for 90 days. Crazing
of the polycarbonate panels may occur within the warranty period and is regarded as normal wear
and tear not covered by the warranty.
All warranties or merchantability and fitness for any purpose and all other warranties, expressed or
implied, except those expressly set forth herein, are deemed waived and excluded.
VWR’s duty under the warranty is limited to replacement and/or repair of the defective part at the
option of VWR. VWR shall not be liable for any expenses or damages incurred by the purchaser
except as expressly set forth herein, and in no event shall VWR be liable for any special, incidental
or consequential damages of any kind. This warranty does not supersede any statutory rights that
may be available in certain countries.
For research use only. Not for use in veterinary or human medicine or diagnostic procedures.

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DELIVERY CONTENTS
After receipt of the system, please check if the following items are included in the shipment:
1Base (1x)
2Rear panel (1x)
3Side panel (2x)
4Front panel (1x)
5Shelf (2x)
6Top assembly (1x)
7Ventilation cover (1x)

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8Screw (31x)
9Screwdriver (1x)
Mains cable (1x)
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The PCR Workstation Pro is designed with function, reliability, and safety in mind.
Before using the PCR Workstation Pro please read this manual entirely and strictly follow the
safety instructions!
Caution: The unit includes shortwave UV, which is a powerful source of UV radiation that will cause
damage to unprotected eyes and skin if directly exposed to the UV lamps. Before operating any
unit, ensure that the PCR Workstation Pro is not damaged, and that instructions for use of this
equipment are followed to. A safety shut-off switch automatically turns the UV light off when the
front panel is open, protecting users from UV exposure. The polycarbonate panels are UV-
blocking.
Intended use of the PCR Workstation Pro: Working environment for protection of PCR instruments
and genetic substances against pollution and contamination.

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Safety and protection of the user can not be ensured if the PCR Workstation Pro is used in any
manner that is not specified in this instruction. Special notice must be taken of the following instruc-
tions:
Caution of dangerous voltage
Ensure that the voltage requirements of the PCR Workstation Pro exactly match your
local AC power supply.
Only use the original AC cable supplied with the PCR Workstation Pro.
Caution of liquids
Ensure that no liquids can enter the device. Do not place liquids on top of the PCR Work-
station Pro.
Caution of dangerous explosive material
Do not use reactive or explosive substances in the PCR Workstation Pro.
Caution of damages
Check for transport damages and completeness of the accessories upon arrival. If any
damage is noticed, contact your distributor or manufacturer immediately. If you detect any
damages of the PCR Workstation Pro or one of its accessories, do not connect the PCR
Workstation Pro to the AC wall outlet and do not use the device in any manner!
Caution of optical radiation
Do not switch on the PCR Workstation Pro if not completely assembled. See “ASSEM-
BLING THE PCR WORKSTATION PRO”, page 5.
Do not look directly into the UV lamps.

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ASSEMBLING THE PCR WORKSTATION PRO
The PCR Workstation Pro should be assembled by two people, directly at the site of operation. We
re-commend to wear safety gloves for the protection of hands.
Step 1
Put the base 1on an even surface with the
rubber feet facing down and the sensor
cable outlet facing to the front. Lay the back
panel 2onto the base 1with the power
outlets facing down, and the power input
and the type label facing to the right.
Connect both sensor cables.
Slide the connection assembly into the cav-
ity of the back panel.
Base 1
Back panel 2

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Assemble the back panel 2onto the base
1. The connecting link of the base 1must
fit in the back panel 2. Pay attention not
to squeeze the sensor cable.
Connect both parts by screwing 3 screws 8into the back side. Use the screw driver 9to do this.
Turn the parts around 90° on the site of operation and incline both screwed parts to the back part
of the back panel 2. Screw both panels with 2 screws 8from underneath. Tilt back the panels in
starting position with the back panel facing backwards.
Step 2
Remove the protective foil from the side
panels.
Insert the side panels 3into the guiding rails
at the base 1and push up against the back
panel 2within the guiding rails at both
sides. Carefully screw the side panels 3with
3 screws each in the base 1and the back
panel 2, respectively. Use the supplied
screws 8and the screwdriver 9.
Back panel 2
Base 1
Side panel 3
Side panel 3

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Step 3
Put the shelves 5into the shelf brackets at the back panel 2.
Remove the protective foil from the front panel.
Put the front panel 4onto the side panels 3.
Take care that the screw holes of the front panel match the threaded holes in the side panels 3.
Hold the front panel 4in place. Screw the front panel 4to both side panels 3using 3 screws 8
each. Use the screwdriver 9.
Step 4
Turn the assembled parts around 180°.
Remove the small UV tube at the back of the
top assembly.
Put the top assembly 6onto the panels.
Take care not to squeeze the cables protrud-
ing from the back panel. Screw the top as-
sembly to the back panel 2at two positions.
Use the screws 8and screwdriver 9sup-
plied.
Shelves 5
Front panel 4
Side panel 3
Side panel 3
Top assembly 6
Back panel 2