Set up device in the work space
Load the syringes into the syringe pumps
Insert syringe plunger in the slot
Place syringes here
Connect the syringes to the microchannel
Arrows depict the tubing connecting
the syringes to the microchannel
Note: The microchannel device will be round and the model will be modified to account for this
Connect the microchannel to the exit
reservoirs
Arrows depict the tubing connecting
the microchannel to the 15 mL
centrifuge tubes (not shown)
Note: The microchannel device will be round and the model will be modified to account for this
Set the voltage and frequency
Used to display the
voltage and frequency
Used to change the
voltage and frequency
Note: More displays and interfaces will be needed in the final model.
Set the flow rate
Used to change the
flow rate, will need
a display
Note: More displays and interfaces will be needed in the final model.
Start the sorting process
Press button to
start the process
Observe fluid travel and check for leaks
Note: Brief description of what's going on in the microchannel
Note: Arrows depict fluid flow
Press the emergency switch if any error
occurs
Operator’s Manual
Key Topics
• Cover Page
• Table of Contents
• Terms and Definitions
• Operation
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Creating a Microchannel
Setting the Voltage and Frequency
Setting the Flow Rate
Loading and Unloading the Microchannel into the Device
Filling the Syringe
Key Topics cont.
• Operation cont.
• Loading and Unloading the Syringe in the Syringe Pump
• Digital Microscope Usage
• Full Run
• Cleaning
• Microchannel Cleaning
• Device Cleaning
• General Cleaning
• Safety
• References
Engineering Drawings