Operation
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Operation
Inserting a Slide
Standard microscope slides (1"
×
3"; 26
×
76 mm) can be used in GenePix scanners.
To scan a slide, first lift the door. The slide holder will move to its forward-most
position for loading. Gently lift the tab on the front of the slide holder to raise the
top half. With one finger, hold open the adjustment arm on the inside left edge of
the slide holder. Insert the slide
face down
into the slide holder frame with the top
edge towards the hinge of the slide holder. The slide should be supported by the
three sapphire balls on the frame. A slight flick of the adjustment arm will ensure
proper positioning of the slide. Do not push the slide into position. Gently close
the slide holder lid until it snaps shut, and close the door. You are now ready to
scan your sample. See “Image Acquisition” in the Tutorial section of the
GenePix
Pro User’s Guide
for scanning instructions.
Proper Use of Slide Holder
The slide holder retracts into the scanner when the scanner door is closed. Opening
the door will return the slide holder to the loading position. It takes a few moments
to fully eject the slide holder;
do not open the slide holder before it has come to a
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