When the Safire 2 encounters an issue, it signals an error via the control software. Below are common mechanical and optical faults along with their resolutions. Error/Symptom Probable Cause Action/Resolution Obstruction in the track or misaligned microplate.
The Tecan Safire 2 (often written as Safire²) is a fully modular, monochromator‑based microplate detection system launched in February 2004. Unlike filter‑based readers, its dual monochromators allow continuous wavelength selection from 230 nm to 850 nm, covering a wide range of absorbance and fluorescence applications without the need to purchase or change physical filters. The instrument is equipped with two separate detection channels for excitation and emission, which makes it exceptionally fast for scanning across the entire spectrum. tecan safire 2 manual pdf