Operation
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Chapter 3
Operation
Inserting a Slide
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 slide holder to raise the top
half. With one finger, hold open the flat-spring positioner on the inside left edge of
the slide holder. Drop the slide
face down
into the slide holder frame. The slide
should be supported by the three sapphire balls on the frame. A slight flick of the
flat-spring positioner will ensure proper positioning of the slide. Do not push the
slide into position. Gently close the slide holder lid, 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.
Note: The slide holder is a precision component designed to ensure proper focusing
and field uniformity. Improper handling may damage the slide holder and affect
imaging performance. Never touch the slide holder while it is moving. Never force
the slide holder closed, or apply significant pressure to it for any reason. Do not
rub or scratch the sapphire balls.
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