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A checklist for Robot use at NE-CAT

This checklist includes items for both preparation prior to arrival at NE-CAT and while using the robotic sample automounter. Information provided is supplemental and is not a substitute for proper training.

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Essential Requirements for Robot Use

• Notify NE-CAT staff so that Robot can be prepared prior to your arrival.
• The Robot accepts only ALS-style Pucks and Unipucks.

• Only CrystalCap Magnetic ALS, CrystalCap HT, and CrystalCap Copper ALS HT bases are accepted for use with the Robot.
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• All pins must be 18mm in length.
• All bases must be dry prior to loading into cryopucks.
• You need to load your samples into cryopucks prior to Robot use.
  • Puck loading instructions
• Tools and equipment required for loading and shipping pucks
  1. Puck Set and Tools
  2. Bases
  3. Pins
• You must be trained in using the Robot. Minimum 1 hour.
  Training includes:
  • Loading pucks into the Robot dewar.
  • Unloading pucks.
  • Robot software use.
    • Robot Overview and Design
    • Beamline Sample Mounting/Dismounting
    • Master Robot Script Interface
• Malcolm's List of Forbidden Actions
  Performing any of these actions could cause collisions between the Robot and the MD2.
  • Do not move the cryostream.
  • Do not move the base thawing accessory.
  • Do not move the auxilliary LED lights.
  • Do not touch the MD2 GUI while the Robot is in motion.
  • Do not check beam location or sample centering while the Robot is in Park psition.
  • Do not re-start the Robot.
  • Do not re-boot the Robot Server.

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Additional Information

• Guidelines on Troubleshooting Problems (for use with Staff Support)

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