BAX® Prep Xpress

Welcome to the BAX® Prep Xpress

Now that your Prep Xpress has arrived, you are only a few short steps away from easily automating your workflows.

First, decide on a space in your lab to put the Prep Xpress. As you decide, ensure your space fits the following specifications:

• The space must have a level surface with enough room to easily access all parts of the Prep Xpress.
• The area should be consistently well-lit, without shadows from windows (or other instruments) that would affect labware recognition.
• The surface must be stable and able to support the Prep Xpress' weight (~85 lbs). Shaking and vibrations can negatively affect your results, especially for low-volume applications.
• The space must have access to a power supply that accepts input between 100 VAC to 240 VAC at 50 to 60 hz.

Once you decide on a space, you can unbox and begin installing the Prep Xpress by following the instructions in this booklet.

Section 1: Unboxing

1. Step 1: Check ShockWatches and TiltWatch

   Double-check both of the ShockWatches and TiltWatch on the outside of the accessory box (box 2 of 2). If either Shockwatch has a red tab, or if the balls in either TiltWatch sit at 40° or higher, contact Hygiena® support.

   Diagrams show two acceptable ShockWatch 2 indicators (green checkmark ✔️) and two unacceptable indicators (red X ❌). Diagrams show one acceptable TiltWatch Plus indicator (green checkmark ✔️, balls below 40°) and one unacceptable indicator (red X ❌, balls at 40° or higher).

2. Step 2: Remove Top Foam and Store Packing Material

   Remove the foam piece on top of the Prep Xpress. If the foam piece came off while lifting the box off the Prep Xpress, move on to step 3.

   Set aside all packing material to store later. If you need to repack your Prep Xpress for repair or return, you must use the same packing materials.

   Illustration shows a foam piece being lifted off the top of the main instrument box.

3. Step 3: Set Aside Power Cable

   Set aside the power cable from on top of the Prep Xpress.

   Illustration shows a power cable being lifted from the top of the instrument.

4. Step 4: Unfold Bag Flaps

   Un-tape and unfold the flaps of the bag.

   Illustration shows arrows [arrow pointing outwards] indicating the unfolding of plastic bag flaps covering the instrument.

5. Step 5: Remove Next Foam Piece

   Slide the next foam piece toward the front of the Prep Xpress, then lift it to remove it.

   Illustration shows a foam piece being slid forward [arrow pointing forward] (1) and then lifted upwards [arrow pointing up] (2) to be removed from the instrument.

6. Step 6: Remove Touchscreen Foam

   Remove the protective foam from the touchscreen. Move the flap on the plastic bag if needed.

   Illustration shows an arrow [arrow pointing right] indicating the removal of protective foam from the instrument's touchscreen area.

7. Step 7: Remove Foam Under Door

   Remove the protective foam from under the door by pulling upward and away from the Prep Xpress.

   Illustration shows an arrow [arrow pointing up and away] indicating protective foam being pulled upward and away from the instrument's door area.

8. Step 8: Roll Down Plastic Bag

   Roll the plastic bag down over the Prep Xpress.

   Illustration shows curved arrows [curved arrow] indicating the plastic bag being rolled down over the instrument.

9. Step 9: Lift Instrument from Box

   Lift the Prep Xpress out of the lower box and place it on the bench. Make sure the location meets the requirements on page 3 for best results.

   The handles are located on the lower edge of the left, right, and back sides of the Prep Xpress; the foam base has cutouts for the handles. Do not lift or move the Prep Xpress with less than two people.

   Illustration shows the Prep Xpress being lifted from its base. Arrows indicate lifting points on the sides and bottom. Text emphasizes the need for two people.

10. Step 10: Open Door and Check Accessories

    Open the door by pushing gently upwards on the bottom of the door. Remove the rubber band securing the waste bin to the waste block (1), then undo the twist-tie holding the waste bin down (2). Remove the black plastic waste bin and twist tie, which contains the Prep Xpress accessories (3).

    Remove the plastic wrap and make sure the following are present:

    • Hex Wrench Set P/N 6603180-01
    • Liquid Waste Tub P/N 6600200-09
    • Liquid Waste Bottle P/N 6600264-01
    • CO-RE Paddles P/N 99919-01 (if the Prep Xpress has 2 Independent Channels)
    • Teaching Needle P/N 99813-01
    • Surface Level P/N 56659-01
    • Waste Bag Wire Stand P/N 6603149-01
    • USB with Prep Xpress User's Manual

    Illustration shows the instrument door opening. Numbered steps indicate removing a rubber band (1) and a twist-tie (2) to access the accessory bin (3) within the waste bin.

11. Step 11: Remove Pipetting Arm Support Foam

    Remove the Velcro securing the pipetting arm support foam, then remove the support foam.

    Illustration shows an arrow [arrow pointing left] indicating the removal of foam from the pipetting arm support area.

12. Step 12: Remove Red-Tagged Support Foam from Pipetting Tools

    Remove the three red-tagged pieces of support foam from the pipetting tools:

    A. Pull the bottom piece out by the red tag.

    B. If your Prep Xpress has 2 Independent Channels, remove their support foam by pulling it to the right by the red tag at the bottom.

    C. If your Prep Xpress has an 8-Probe Head, remove its support foam by pulling it to the right by the red tag at the bottom.

    Close-up diagrams show three red-tagged foam pieces labeled A, B, and C, indicating how to pull them out by the red tags.

13. Step 13: Remove Red Arm Locks

    Remove the two red arm locks from both rails at the back of the Prep Xpress. Loosen the lock screw by hand, then pinch the clamp to remove it.

    Close-up diagram shows red arm locks on rails, with instructions to loosen a screw and pinch a clamp.

14. Step 14: Remove Back Support Foam

    Remove the red-tagged piece of support foam at the back of the Prep Xpress. Pull the red tag up and to the right to remove it.

    Illustration shows a red-tagged foam piece at the back of the instrument being pulled up and to the right [arrow pointing up and right].

15. Step 15: Move Pipetting Arm Right

    Move the pipetting arm to the right. Push gently on the front end of the arm to move it.

    Illustration shows a large gray arrow [arrow pointing right] indicating the pipetting arm moving to the right.

16. Step 16: Remove Top Channel Foam

    Remove the top half of the support foam for the channels.

    Illustration shows a large gray arrow [arrow pointing left] indicating the removal of the top section of foam from the channel area.

17. Step 17: Remove Bottom Channel Foam

    Remove the bottom half of the support foam for the channels.

    Illustration shows a large gray arrow [arrow pointing left] indicating the removal of the bottom section of foam from the channel area, along with an upward arrow [arrow pointing up].

18. Step 18: Peel Off Protective Plastic

    Peel the plastic off the inside of the left side panel, the top panel, and both outside panels of the Prep Xpress.

    Illustration shows arrows [arrow pointing up, arrow pointing down] indicating protective plastic being peeled off from the left side panel, top panel, and right side panel.

19. Step 19: Move Pipetting Arm to Center

    Move the pipetting arm back to the center. Push gently on the front end of the arm to move it.

    Illustration shows a large gray arrow [arrow pointing left] indicating the pipetting arm moving back to the center position.

20. Step 20: Remove Red Channel Locks

    Remove the red channel locks from the pipetting arm, from front to back:

    A. Unstrap the Velcro around the arm.

    B. Hold the arm in place by holding the metal part as shown by the gray arrows. Do not grab the black lead screw.

    C. Pull the red plastic bar off the arm.

    D. Pull the channel to the front of the arm and repeat as necessary for each channel lock.

    Number of locks based on configuration:

    • 2 Independent Channels: 3 locks
    • 8-Probe Head: 2 locks
    • 2 Independent Channels + 8-Probe Head: 4 locks

    Diagrams illustrate the removal of red channel locks. A shows Velcro straps being unstrapped. B shows holding the arm. C shows pulling a red bar. D shows pulling a channel forward.

Section 2: Preparing the Deck

21. Step 21: Install Liquid Waste Tub

    Install the liquid waste tub on the waste block:

    A. Take the tub out of the accessories bin. Open the hex wrench set.

    B. Place the tub on the waste block. Match the divot in the tub to the metal tab on the waste block.

    C. Secure the tub using the included screw and a 2.5 mm hex wrench.

    Illustrations show the waste tub being placed on the waste block and secured with a screw using a hex wrench.

22. Step 22: Integrate Device (If Applicable)

    If you are integrating a device, install it now. Refer to the instructions included with the device. Skip to Step 23 if you do not have a device.

23. Step 23: Install the Deck

    Install the deck:

    A. Remove the deck and base plates from their packaging. If you have a device, the deck should have a cutout for it.

    B. Place the deck frame on the Prep Xpress. The sites numbered 4 and 8 should be at the front.

    C. Install the base plates for each site. Press down on each plate to make sure it is secure.

    Illustrations show the deck frame being placed on the instrument with sites 4 and 8 at the front, and then base plates being pressed down to secure them.

24. Step 24: Slide Waste Bin into Place

    Slide the waste bin into place, to the right of the waste block.

    Illustration shows a large gray arrow [arrow pointing right] indicating the waste bin being slid into its position to the right of the waste block.

25. Step 25: Place Liquid Waste Bottle

    Place the liquid waste bottle in its place at the back of the waste bin. Make sure to remove the cap.

    Illustration shows a large gray arrow [arrow pointing down] indicating the liquid waste bottle being placed at the back of the waste bin.

26. Step 26: Install Teaching Needle or CO-RE Paddles

    If your Prep Xpress has channels, place the steel teaching needle in its slot on the waste block. If your Prep Xpress also has a device, place the CO-RE Paddles on their magnetic bracket on the back of the waste block.

    Illustration shows a large gray arrow [arrow pointing down] indicating the placement of an item (teaching needle or CO-RE paddles) onto the waste block or its bracket.

Section 3: Getting Started

27. Step 27: Connect Power

    Unwrap the cord set aside in Step 3 and connect the Prep Xpress to a power outlet.

    Illustration of a power cord with connectors.

28. Step 28: Turn On and Setup

    Turn on the Prep Xpress and follow the instructions on-screen to begin setup. You will need a rack of tips for calibration during setup. Once setup is finished, you are ready to start prepping!

    Illustration shows a large gray arrow [arrow pointing right] indicating the front lower section of the instrument, where power is connected or the unit is turned on.

Support

Hygiena is here to help.

Contact Diagnostics Support at diagnostics.support@hygiena.com or at 1-800-863-6842.

Please reference the instrument serial number in request.

Hygiena Headquarters

941 Avenida Acaso
Camarillo, CA 93012

www.hygiena.com

Document Revision: INS2031-REVD