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7.  PREPARATION BEFORE USE 

7-1  Installing the battery 

1. Remove the battery cover (2) by sliding it upward while pressing and holding the   

battery cover release button (1). 

2. Connect the terminal of the battery’s cable, as shown in the figure below, to the   

connector for the battery in the bottom of the battery compartment. When   
connecting the terminal, be sure it is connected in the proper direction. 

3. Install the battery so that the battery cable is in the cable guide. 
4. Attach the battery cover on the pipette by sliding it downward from the upside. 
 
 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

 

1. Open the battery cover.

           

2. Connect the battery connector. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

3. Install the battery.                 4. Attach the battery cover.

 

 
Note 

When connecting the battery to the pipette, all illuminations on the   
display illuminate and the pipette built-in piston automatically goes to the   
initial default position. If a key is pressed, the pipette goes into the   
operating mode. 

 

(1) 

(2) 

Expanded 

Cable 

Cable guide 

Red 

Black 

Battery cover 

Battery cover 
release button 

Battery connector 

Summary of Contents for MPA-10

Page 1: ...MPA 10 MPA 20 MPA 200 MPA 1200 MPA 10000 Single Channel Electronic Pipette MPB 200 8 MPB 1200 8 Multi Channel Electronic Pipette INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1WMPD4002874G ...

Page 2: ...us situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury or damage to the instrument NOTE Information or cautions to use the device correctly 2015 A D Company Ltd All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced transmitted transcribed or translated into any language in any form by any means without the written permission of A D Company Ltd The contents of this man...

Page 3: ... FUNCTION AND HOW TO USE 18 9 1 Standard mode AUTO 18 9 2 Multiple dispensing mode MD 19 9 3 Mixing mode MIX 22 9 4 System setting mode SYS 24 9 5 Program setting mode 26 9 6 Reverse operation Dispensing liquid that tends to remain in the tip 26 9 7 Blowout function 28 9 8 Total discharge function 29 9 9 Pre dispensing function for multiple dispensing 29 9 10 Advanced dispensing jobs 29 10 PIPETTI...

Page 4: ...ormance check 38 13 4 Autoclave 39 14 TROUBLE SHOOTING 39 15 WHEN REQUESTNG REPAIRE 41 16 SPECIFICATIONS 42 17 LIST OF ITEMS SOLD SEPARATELY DISPOSABLE ITEMS 44 17 1 Stands and hanger 44 17 2 Tips tip boxes and the filter 45 17 3 Disposable items User replaceable 47 17 4 Inspection equipment 48 ...

Page 5: ...he pipette has a mechanical error 1 2 Precautions on handling the battery The MPA MPB series use the high density lithium ion battery To prevent injuries or accidents due to a leaking battery heat generation fire or burst and to ensure safe use be sure to keep the manual on hand DANGER Do not dispose of the battery in fire do not heat it do not disassemble or modify it Do not splash water on the b...

Page 6: ...t safely and correctly 3 FEATURE The MPA MPB series is a high precision and performance electronic pipette that achieves operability without putting a burden on the hand This pipette is developed for the purpose to prevent RSI Repetitive Strain Injury which may occur when repeatedly using a manual pipette and does not require any special skill so anyone can easily and accurately dispense the speci...

Page 7: ...required to take at his own expense whatever measures are necessary to eliminate the interference FCC Federal Communications Commission in the U S A Compliance With EMC Directives of CE mark This device features radio interference suppression safety regulation and restriction of Hazardous Substances in compliance with the following Council Directives Council directive 2004 108 EC EN61326 EMC direc...

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Page 9: ...in memory even with the power turned off The pipette is equipped with the reverse operation suitable for dispensing a liquid that has a tendency to remain in the tip Refer to 9 6 Reverse operation Dispensing liquid that tends to remain in the tip The pipette also has Dispensing correction function Patent applied for with multiple dispensing to cancel errors due to backlash It enables the dispensin...

Page 10: ...r AC adapter to match local outlet Note Please confirm that the AC adapter type is correct for your local voltage and receptacle type 3 Power cable USB cable Mini B plug A plug 4 Instruction manual This document 5 Quick operation guide 6 Performance certification Pipette Accuracy Test Result 7 Pipette tip MPA 10 20 200 1200 For 10 20μL 1 pc for 200μL 1 pc for 1200μL 1 pc MPA 10000 For 10mL 1 pc Fi...

Page 11: ...ed without notice A type BF type C type S type Selectable power plug 2 AC adapter 1 Battery 3 Power cable 7 Pipette tip 1pc of each For 10 20μL For MPA 10 20 For 200μL For MPA 200 For 1200μL For MPA 1200 8 Name sticker Pipette For 10mL For MPA 10000 Attached to the MPA 10 20 200 1200 Attached to the MPA 10000 MPA MPB 5 Quick operation guide 6 Performance certification 4 Instruction manual ...

Page 12: ...3 Install the battery so that the battery cable is in the cable guide 4 Attach the battery cover on the pipette by sliding it downward from the upside 1 Open the battery cover 2 Connect the battery connector 3 Install the battery 4 Attach the battery cover Note When connecting the battery to the pipette all illuminations on the display illuminate and the pipette built in piston automatically goes ...

Page 13: ...er plug to the outlet The battery mark will be displayed on LCD of the pipette and it will blink during recharging If connecting the power cable to the outlet before setting the battery in the pipette please note that the recharging will not start When the recharging is complete the battery mark changes from blinking to a steady illumination then the recharging completes automatically About five h...

Page 14: ...change Selectable power plug The A Type power supply plug is originally attached to the AC adapter Please change the power supply plug to the one that suits your location Exchange method 1 As shown remove the power supply plug from the AC adapter 2 As shown put on the power supply plug that you want to use or or 1 Remove the power supply plug 2 Put on an appropriate power supply plug BF Type C Typ...

Page 15: ...10 minutes When off the pipette can be returned to the operation mode by pressing any key and information such as setting volume will be displayed on the display Refer to example of the display enabling dispensing At this time the pipette automatically positions the built in piston to the initial default position While in the operating mode holding down the Operation key for approx five seconds wi...

Page 16: ...h 20 Tip holder Made of PVDF Battery cover Resetting key Operation key Finger hook Connection nut Front view MPA serise Side view and rear view MPB series Electrode for charging Electrode for charging Main body Made of ABS Power connector cover Power connector Mini USB Battery cover release button Space to label the name sticker Impact absorbing pad Down key Up key Enter key Back key Red Yellow Bl...

Page 17: ...e MPA 10000 filter to the tip holder When removing the tip be sure not to twist as the assembling screw in the lower part may become loose 3 If the tip cannot be removed via the eject button consult 12 ADJUSTING TIP EJECTOR HEIGHT 4 Changing the number of MPB channels The MPB can be used with 1 to 8 cannels depending on the number of cylinder units installed Please refer to 13 Storage and maintena...

Page 18: ...mount display Shows the setting value of the dispensing amount Displays in μL mL or mg Blowout mark Shows whether the blowout is enabled or disabled Refer to 9 7 Blowout function Reverse operation mark Shows reverse operation Refer to 9 6 Reverse operation Dispensing liquid that tends to remain in the tip Display of number and a number of time COUNT Shows the number of times the same operation is ...

Page 19: ... descriptions Enter key Confirms the setting content Back key Changes the mode or cancels it Up key Increases the volume and setting value Changes items Mode Setting keys Down key Decreases the volume and setting value Changes items Mode Resetting key Stops dispensing a liquid and returns the built in piston to the initial default position By pressing the Resetting key all illuminations illuminate...

Page 20: ... operation is the same as for a manual pipette 2 Selecting the standard mode The display is example 1 Press the Back key 2 Press the Up or Down key to select AUTO 3 Press the Enter key to select standard mode AUTO 4 Press the Up or Down key to change to volume that you would like to dispense 5 Press the Enter key to confirm dispensing amount If you would like to change the dispensing amount Press ...

Page 21: ...the liquid 3 Press the Operation key on the pipette to dispense the liquid remaining in the tip When the blowout function is ON 9 2 Multiple dispensing mode MD 1 Operation of the multiple dispensing mode This is a suitable function to dispense the same liquid continuously such as when dispensing a liquid on a microplate etc The operation consists of aspirating one time and dispensing several times...

Page 22: ... 66 times MPA 1200 15μL 80 times MPA 10000 0 1mL 99 times MPB 200 8 3μL 66 times MPB 1200 8 15μL 80 times 2 Selecting the multiple dispensing mode The display is an example 1 Press the Back key 2 Press the Up or Down key to select MD 3 Press the Enter key to select multiple dispensing mode MD 4 Press the Up or Down key to set dispensing amount for one time 5 Press the Enter key to confirm dispensi...

Page 23: ...owing example is when dispensing 20μL x 10 times 1 Put the tip end into the liquid to be dispensed and press the Operation key on the pipette to aspirate the liquid The example shows 20μL x 10 times approx 200μL 2 Put the tip end into a receiving vessel and press the Operation key on the pipette to dispense the amount for one time 3 In a similar manner put the tip end into the next vessel and pres...

Page 24: ...ultiple dispensing mode reverse operation occurs automatically 9 3 Mixing mode MIX 1 Operation of the mixing mode This is a useful operation when uniformly mixing different types of liquids In this method aspirating and dispensing are repeated This type of repetitive operation often results in fatigue but with this pipette it is automatically carried out with the touch of one switch 2 Selecting th...

Page 25: ...own key to set mixing volume Volume for aspirating when mixing 7 Press the Enter key to confirm mixing volume If you would like to change the mixing count or amount press the Enter key before aspirating When setting operate from step 4 described above 3 Operating the mixing mode 1 Insert the tip end in the liquid to be mixed 2 Press the Operation key on the pipette to aspirate the set mixing volum...

Page 26: ...t function is ON 5 One mixing operation is completed once the aspirated liquid is completely discharged When the operation is completed a buzzer sounds twice 9 4 System setting mode SYS The SYS mode is used to perform or read out pipetting operation settings that suit the purpose or the liquid to be handled 2 Operating the system setting mode The display is example 1 Press the Back key Dispensing ...

Page 27: ...tem and setting contents Functions Displays Setting contents Aspirating speed High speed Low speed Dispensing speed High speed Low speed On Buzzer Off On Blowout Off Off Reverse operation 3 On Program memory Nine programs between 01 and 09 are available for the Read out your preferred program from the programs previously set 3 The reverse operation is only selectable when blowout setting is off It...

Page 28: ...er to be save from 1 to 9 3 Press the Enter key to save the setting Once these have been saved a buzzer will sound once Reading out the program setting The set program can be read out at system setting mode SYS Refer to 9 4 system setting mode SYS for details 9 6 Reverse operation Dispensing liquid that tends to remain in the tip When you would like to accurately dispense a viscous liquid that has...

Page 29: ...mode 4 Press the Enter key several times until is displayed 5 Turn the blowout operation mode OFF using the Up Down key then confirm this selection by pressing the Enter key 6 Turn the reverse operation mode ON using the Up Down key then confirm this selection by pressing the Enter key 7 End the system setting mode by pressing the Enter key while is being displayed ...

Page 30: ... in the pipette below the start position for aspiration after dispensing the liquid remaining in the tip By pressing the Operation key when bL is shown on the display carry out blowout After carrying out blowout the built in piston remains in the blowout position while the Operation key is being held down and it returns to initial position when the finger was released from the Operation key By rel...

Page 31: ...le before delivery This ensures the piston is always set in the descending direction when dispensing starts keeping the margin of error to a minimum 9 10 Advanced dispensing jobs When advanced dispensing jobs need to be done the following modes on the MPA MPB series are available 1 Dispensing and mixing mode AUTO MIX By combining Standard mode AUTO and Mixing mode MIX the device can proceed to mix...

Page 32: ...ition Therefore hold the pipette as vertically as possible when aspirating Be sure to increase the number of pre rinses when aspirating volatile liquids Volatile substances in the tip can lead to lowering in the amount dispensed When replacing the tip pre rinse the tip with the necessary dispensing volume setting The reverse operation is recommended for a sample liquid that tends to linger in the ...

Page 33: ...MPA MPB series Using an A D pipette accuracy tester or other appropriate device measure the volume actually dispensed as opposed to the selected dispensing volume setting and then enter the actual dispensed volume to the pipette to correct its dispensing volume To calibrate the dispensing volume complete the following procedure Calibrating the dispensing volume 1 Set the dispensing amount of the M...

Page 34: ...med In this example the dispensed amount is corrected and altered to 100μL After calibrating a volume range that can be selected may be limited depending on available movement range of the piston 11 2 Resetting the volume calibration Go through the following procedure to restore the factory default settings for volume calibration The display is example 1 Press the Back key 2 Press and hold the Bac...

Page 35: ... needs to be managed by weight such as a diluted solution of a solid or powder Although the density of a liquid can vary depending on the sample type and concentration by weighing the dispensed amount with an electronic balance and inputting the result into the pipette it becomes possible to easily dispense the liquid in a unit of weight mg Selecting the mg unit The unit volume μL weight mg for pi...

Page 36: ...ation data reverts back to the factory default once the weight unit is switched 11 4 Weight calibration function mg calibration function The density of a liquid varies depending on the type and concentration of the material Make sure to perform mg calibration when you dispense a different sample or use the mg unit for the first time Further when you need to always control dispensed amounts in a pr...

Page 37: ...n actual dispensed weight to the pipette by the following procedure 1 Press the Back key to enter the mode to select an operation mode 2 Press and hold the Back key for approx three seconds while AUTO is selected 3 Press the Enter key to enter mg calibration mode In mg calibration mode the Notice mark illuminates while μL mark is turned off 4 Press the Up or Down key to alter the value to the actu...

Page 38: ...STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE 13 1 Replacing the lower part If the lower part is contaminated or damaged it can be replaced Removing reattaching the lower part Hold the base of the pipette tightly and twist the connection nut to the left to loosen Once the connection nut is removed the lower part can be removed by pulling The piston and piston rod are connected by magnet The lower part can be autoclaved...

Page 39: ...uld be cleaned with 60 isopropyl alcohol 70 ethanol or a neutral detergent Please refrain from loosening or further disassembling the tip holder as this leads to debris becoming attached to the inner parts degrading performance of the device Push both sides of the ejector inward and pull the ejector down to remove Lower part of pipette Piston rod Magnet MPB MPA MPB Tip holder Ejector Ejector Tip h...

Page 40: ...chment switch locks 13 3 After maintenance performance check After replacing the lower part or cleaning the tip holder it is recommended that checks to ensure volume and proper functioning be conducted through use of Leak Tester AD 1690 and Pipette Accuracy Tester BM series with BM 014 AD 4212A PT AD 4212B PT FX 300i PT etc sold separately Refer to 17 4 Inspection equipment Cylinder unit Cylinder ...

Page 41: ...QUESTING REPAIR Problem Reason How to fix Battery not charged Charge the battery Battery connector not properly attached Remove and reattach the battery connector Contamination of electrodes Clean electrodes Device won t turn on Battery degradation Replace the battery Battery charge insufficient Charge the battery Tip holder head jammed Device will not aspirate Piston doesn t move Clean or replace...

Page 42: ... a while inner piston parts can become stuck due to grease After moderate usage device should return to normal functionality Tip won t eject Tip length is incorrect Refer to 12 ADJUSTING TIP EJECTOR HEIGT Tip holder discoloration Dispensing acids for long times If device functionality is affected replace the lower part 01 Err Connection nut Refer to 7 5 Parts names and materials is loose Reattach ...

Page 43: ...ual In this case please contact your local A D representative When requesting repairs it is essential that you confirm the pipette is free of contamination by a harmful material Please photocopy the Attestation of contamination removal that can be found on the last page of this manual fill in the required items and attach it to the pipette you are going to send ...

Page 44: ... Program memory 9 programs Aspirating and dispensing speed 5 speed set to 3 at time of shipment Maximum number of dispensing When recharging fully Approx 1 800 times 1 Charging time Approx 5 hours at 100 charging Pipette driving method stepping motor Energy saving setting Automatically power turning off after ten minutes AC adapter 2 Input AC100 240V 50 60Hz Power plug Selectable Output DC5V 1A Au...

Page 45: ...mum number of dispensing When recharging fully Approx 800 times 1 Charging time Approx 5 hours at 100 charging Pipette driving method stepping motor Energy saving setting Automatically power turning off after ten minutes AC adapter 2 Input AC100 240V 50 60Hz Power plug Selectable Output DC5V 1A Autoclave treatment lmpossible Use environment t temperature 15 to 30 Use environment humidity 85 RH or ...

Page 46: ... CH A1 Charging stands for AX ST CH M4 Charging stand for single MPA four MPAs AX ST CHG Charging hanger AX HA STD Hanger AX ST ACR Acrylic stand AX ST SUS Stainless steel stand AX PAD MPA Pipette Elbow AX HOLDER SET Sample Cup Cushion Holder MPA For 2 MPB For 1 MPA For 3 MPB For 2 ...

Page 47: ...ge A D200μLStandard tip 4 96tips 10 set AX CART 1200 Tip cartridge A D1200μLStandardtip 4 96tips 10 set AX CART 1200 8 Tip cartridge A D1200μLStandardtip 4 96tips 10 set AX BULK 10ML Bulk Tip A D10mL Standardtip 4 250tips AX FILTER 10ML Filter for the MPA 10000 for the main device 100 pcs 3 The tip is not included with the tip box 4 Material Tip cartridge PP Example AX BOX 200A X BOX 1200A Tip box...

Page 48: ...guidelines for the aspiration amount Possible to sterilize in an autoclave Upper Case polycarbonate Lower case polycarbonate For 1200μL MPB exclusive use For 10 20μL MPA exclusive use 50mm 10μL 2μL For 200μL MPA MPB common use 50mm 100μL 50μL 20μL For 1200μL MPA exclusive use 73mm 1000μL 500μL 200μL For 10mL MPA exclusive use 156mm 81mm 1000μL 500μL 200μL ...

Page 49: ...t 20μL AX LOW 200 Lower part 200μL AX LOW 1200 Lower part 1200μL AX LOW 10000 Lower part 10mL AX LOW 200 8 Lower part 200μL AX LOW 1200 8 Lower part 1200μL AX CYL 200 Cylinder unit 200μL AX CYL 1200 Cylinder unit 1200μL AX BAT MPA Battery AX TB265 AC adapter Provided as standard Lower part for MPA Battery for MPA MPB AC adapter for MPA MPB Lower part for MPB Cylinder unit for MPB ...

Page 50: ...r BM 20 22 BM 014 attached AD 4212B PT BM 252 BM 014 attached AD 4212A PT FX 300i PT BM 20 22 BM 014 attached BM 252 BM 014 attached AD 4212A PT AD 4212B PT FX 300i PT AD 1690 MPA 10 20 MPA 10 20 200 1200 MPB 200 8 1200 8 MPA 20 200 1200 10000 MPB 200 8 1200 8 MPA 200 1200 MPB 200 8 1200 8 MPA 1200 10000 MPB 200 8 1200 8 ...

Page 51: ...egistered pipettes can be connected to Leak Tester AD 1690 and Pipette Accuracy Tester balance and accuracy and reproducibility data from pipettes can be evaluated recorded and output to assist in daily and periodic checks AD 1695 AD 1695 ...

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Page 54: ... Serial number S N I attest to the fact that this pipette is free of contamination by any substances that could pose a health threat to humans such as Infectious bacteria or viruses radioactive substances with associated risks of exposure toxic substances etc Signature Date Company name Facility name Section name Address ...

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