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13-4 Autoclave
After removal, the pipette lower part can be sterilized in an autoclave.
*Only as for the MPA series
Autoclave settings for lower part: Run at 121
℃
at 2 ATMs for 20 minutes
・
Be sure to allow the lower part to completely dry before reassembling the pipette.
・
Please refrain from using sterilization processes other than autoclave as they can
damage the pipette.
14. TROUBLE SHOOTING
Due to repeatedly aspirating and dispensing various liquids the micropipette easily
succumbs to damage and contamination. In the event of device failure consult the
following table. Request repair if that still doesn’t solve the problem. (Refer to “15.
WHEN REQUESTING 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 the lower part
*When cleaning ensure no
foreign objects enter the
piston section
Use of contaminated
tip
Use a new tip
Tip is loose
Attach the tip properly
Piston seal is defective
Replace the lower part
Abrasion, denting, or
damage to the tip
holder
Replace the lower part
Leakage from the tip
Use of volatile liquids
Refer to “10 PIPETTING FOR
ACCURATE DISPENSING”
Liquid remains in the
tip
Liquid has high
viscosity
Refer to “9-6 Reverse operation”
