Abstract
Modern automated sequencers, both gas-phase and pulsed-liquid forms, are normally efficient and reliable; this chapter is intended for use when they are not. The author’s own experiences are almost wholly concerned with ABI (Applied Biosystems) instruments; however, the principles described will apply to most other manufacturers’ sequencers. This chapter will address the various functions individually, in an attempt to identify typical faults and remedies as outlined in Table 1 and Notes 1–15.
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Dunbar, B. (1997). Protein Sequencer Maintenance and Troubleshooting. In: Smith, B.J. (eds) Protein Sequencing Protocols. Methods in Molecular Biology™, vol 64. Humana Press, Totowa, NJ. https://doi.org/10.1385/0-89603-353-8:217
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