Prepare the Flow Cell

1. Remove a new flow cell package from 2°C to 8°C storage.
2. Set the unwrapped flow cell package aside at room temperature for 30 minutes.

If the foil package is intact, the flow cell can remain at room temperature up to 12 hours. Avoid repeated cooling and warming of the flow cell.

3. Remove the flow cell from the foil package.

Remove from Foil Package

4. Open the clear plastic clamshell package and remove the flow cell.

Remove from Clamshell Package

Scratches and other minor cosmetic defects on the flow cell are normal and are not expected to compromise data quality and yield. Illumina recommends using these flow cells as per normal.

5. Clean the glass surface of the flow cell with a lint-free alcohol wipe. Dry the glass with a low-lint lab tissue.