Return Consumables to Storage
Use the following instructions to store a thawed cartridge and flow cell if there is an instrument error during the instrument pre-run check before the fluidics check.
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Separate the flow cell from the cartridge. |
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Remove and discard diluted library from the reservoir (up to ~18 µl). |
Prepare a fresh dilution of the same library for the next run to avoid sample cross-contamination with residual library in the reservoir.
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Position the cartridge in 2°C to 8°C storage so that the label faces up and air can circulate on all sides. |
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Store consumables according to the following guidance. |
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If cartridge was thawed in the refrigerator for 16 hours overnight, do not exceed 56 hours for all kit configurations. |
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Standard SBS consumables: |
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Do not exceed 72 hours. |
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If 100-cycle, 200-cycle, or 300-cycle cartridge was thawed in the refrigerator for 12 hours overnight, do not exceed 60 hours. |
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If 600-cycle cartridge was thawed in the refrigerator for 16 hours overnight, do not exceed 56 hours. |
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Return the flow cell to the original silver foil packaging with the desiccant. |
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Tape the foil packaging shut and place in 2°C to 8°C storage. |