
Chapter 3 Preparing Samples
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Do not touch the tip of the pipette to the sample spot.
Make sure the sample is evenly applied to the spot.
NOTE: Some organic solvents such as methanol,
acetone, and THF spread very easily on metal
surfaces. If the sample contains these solvents, try to
load smaller volumes (0.5 µl or less).
NOTE: Try to place the sample in the center of the
sample position. If the sample is not in the center, the
laser position shown on the Sample View (see
Figure 4-9 on page 4-31) may not be centered on the
sample.
3. If you are using DHB matrix for neutral carbohydrates, dry
the sample plate quickly under vacuum.
If you are using other matrices, allow the sample plate
to dry for at least five minutes. Preparations with high
water or salt content may require longer to dry.
4. Visually examine the sample spots to make sure they are
dry.
NOTE: If you load the sample plate into the Voyager
Biospectrometry Workstation before the plate is dry, the
pressure in the sample chamber rises, and a “TC2
pressure too high” error code may be displayed in the
Control window. Wait a few minutes for the chamber to
reach pressure.
5. Place a protective cover over the plate until you are ready
to load the plate. Do not allow the cover to touch the
surface of the plate.
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