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OPERATION MANUAL  

TruBlu™ 2 LED Transilluminator

Operator Safety

It is important that only suitably trained personnel operate this equipment, in accordance with the instructions 
contained in this manual and with general safety standards and procedures. If the equipment is used in a manner 
not specified by EDVOTEK®, it may damage the equipment and void the warranty. All EDVOTEK® units have been 
designed to conform to international safety requirements.

Warnings

While the light wavelengths emitted by this product do not require specialized eyewear, the blue light is high
intensity. DO NOT stare at the blue lights for a long period without the orange cover in place.

DO NOT open the outer housing of the transilluminator. This product should only be dismantled by properly
trained professionals.

At all times, USE COMMON SENSE.

DO NOT submerge the transilluminator in liquids or pour liquids onto the transilluminator.

Whenever working with any type of stained DNA gel, WEAR disposable gloves.

The blue and white plates are scratch resistant but not scratch proof. DO NOT cut or use sharp objects on the
plates. If you need to extract a band do so carefully and with a dull edge.

User Maintenance

In the unlikely event that you experience any problems with your unit that cannot easily be remedied, you should 
contact EDVOTEK® to explain the problem and obtain a Return Goods Authorization #. After obtaining the RGA #, 
return the unit if necessary and include any details of the fault observed. Remember to return the unit in its origi-
nal packing. EDVOTEK® accepts no responsibility for damage to units that are not properly packed for shipping.

Cleaning
Before cleaning your unit ALWAYS disconnect from the power supply. The unit can be cleaned by wiping with
a lightly damp, soapy cloth. Care should be exercised to prevent water from running inside the unit. Do not use
abrasive cleaners or strong solvents.

Guarantee

The unit is guaranteed against any defect in material or workmanship for three years. The warranty period is from 
the date of receipt, and within this period all defective parts will be replaced free of charge provided that the 
defect is not the result of misuse, accident or negligence. Servicing under this guarantee should be obtained from 
EDVOTEK®. Notwithstanding the description and specification(s) of the units contained in the User’s Manual, ED-
VOTEK® hereby reserves the right to make such changes as it sees fit to the units or to any component of the units. 
This Manual has been prepared solely for the convenience of EDVOTEK® customers and nothing in this Instruction 
Book shall be taken as a warranty, condition or representation concerning the description, merchantability, fitness 
for purpose or otherwise of the units or components. 

Contact Information

For technical, sales or servicing information, contact: 
EDVOTEK, Inc.,
1121 5th Street NW 
Washington, DC 20001 

1.800.EDVOTEK
Fax: 202.370.1501
info@edvotek.com 
www.edvotek.com

Summary of Contents for TruBlu 2

Page 1: ...UV light safe for you your students and your DNA Fan and ventilation prevent condensation Orange contrast lid highlights fluorescent light High density LED light layout for clear and even visualization Hinged lids for easy gel access and no misplaced pieces 3 year warranty Cat 557 TruBlu 2 LED Transilluminator OPERATION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...yes including tradi tional Ethidium Bromide The white light is ideal for viewing non fluorescent gels that have a lower signal to noise ratio or high background staining The large viewing area can accommodate gels of varying lengths widths and thicknesses It also allows for the simultaneous viewing of multiple gels great for large classes and for comparing and collaborating on results However the ...

Page 3: ...in the problem and obtain a Return Goods Authorization After obtaining the RGA return the unit if necessary and include any details of the fault observed Remember to return the unit in its origi nal packing EDVOTEK accepts no responsibility for damage to units that are not properly packed for shipping Cleaning Before cleaning your unit ALWAYS disconnect from the power supply The unit can be cleane...

Page 4: ...e setting empty circle 9 Lift the orange lid and remove the objects 10 Clean the blue plate using a soft tissue or towel and distilled water If you are visualizing non fluorescently stained DNA gels or other objects 1 Place unit on a flat surface For optimum viewing do not use the TruBlu2 near a window or in a place of high ambient light 2 Plug the unit into a grounded outlet using the appropriate...

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