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How to program the trAcKMAn:

The  screen  will  guide  you  through  your 

programming.

You  can  change  the  pipette  type,  vessel 

type, pipette pattern, location and timer.

1.

 switch on the TrACKMAN.

2.

 Press 

config

; the indicator of pipette type is blinking.

3.

 Press 

Modify

 until the desired pipette type is selected.

4.

  Press 

Valid

; the next symbol on the screen will blink and can be changed. Continue programming 

as described in steps 2–4 until all required items are selected.

5.

 After programming your run, the first screen appears again.

6.

 Press 

run

 to start the program (see “How to use the TrACKMAN”).

After all parameters are selected, the TrACKMAN may be operated using the step touch pads on the 

keypad or a pedal (optional, ref. F70261). if you chose automatic timer mode, the step touch pads and 

pedal are disabled during the run. 

 If you have to pause before you have finished a run, press “

Stop

”. This will automatically pause your run. The question 

Are you sure?

” appears and you are in “pause” mode. All parameters will be retained and you can continue without a risk 

of pipetting error. If you want to continue your run press “

No

”, this will cancel the stop function. If you confirm the option by 

selecting “

Yes

” you will reset the run. 

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How to use the trAcKMAn:

1.

 switch on the TrACKMAN.

2.

 Place your vessel using the position indicators.

3.

 Press 

run

 to start the program.

4.

  The Led light pattern will appear. Verify that the vessels are in the correct positions and then confirm 

the question 

“Are you ready”

 with 

“Yes” 

or 

“no”

.

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 If you choose “Yes”, the run starts, if you choose “No”, you will return to the previous menu.

5.

  Press one of the step touch pads to advance the light sequence

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 If you want to go one step backwards, press “

Back

”. The question “

Are you sure?

” appears. Press “

Yes

” to go backwards 

or “

No

” to continue.

  If you want to stop the run, press “

Stop”

. The question “

Are you sure?

” appears. Press “

Yes

” to stop, or “

No

” to continue.

6.

 When the run is finished, the first screen appears again and you can start another run.

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 The TRACKMAN goes to sleep and the display will shut off after five minutes of inactivity. Press 

ON/OFF

 to reactivate 

TRACKMAN and continue working. Your last settings and operating step appear on the screen.

Note before starting: 
The TRACKMAN is touch sensitive. So, please 

keep in mind that you need to lift your finger 

between clicks.

Summary of Contents for F70301

Page 1: ...User s Guide...

Page 2: ...ofessional assistant who keeps track of pipetting from microtube to microtube and from microplate to microplate The TRACKMAN is ideal for tracking pipetting It holds two microplates 96 well or 384 wel...

Page 3: ...AllpersonsworkingwiththeTRACKMAN must read the operating and safety instructions before operating the instrument Safety at work In addition to any safety precautions listed here all other relevant sa...

Page 4: ...organiza tiontocollectandrecycletheproducts 4 DESCRIPTION TRACKMAN Location A Location B LED light box Position indicators for 96 or 384 well microplates Plate holder for 96 or 384 well microplates F...

Page 5: ...ure 5 Retractable stand Reset In case of malfunction first reset the TRACKMAN To reset insert a paper clip into the reset hole on the rear panel of the TRACKMAN for at least 3 sec Figure 6 Cable Guide...

Page 6: ...nfig to set up a run Setup to set sound timer and transport function Modify appears when Config or Setup are chosen modification can be done Valid to accept the selection Quit to return to the Operati...

Page 7: ...TheTRACKMANisprovidedwithaminimalbatterycharge Before using a new TRACKMAN it is recommended to fully charge the battery TheTRACKMAN battery has been designed to ensure up to 8 hours of cordless opera...

Page 8: ...ds to be used in connected mode Sleep Mode TheTRACKMAN goes into sleep mode and the display will shut off after five minutes ofinactivity PressON OFFtoreactivatethe TRACKMAN thelastprogramandposition...

Page 9: ...o microplates A B 96 well or 384 well a sequence of microtubes or microplates A B tube 0 5 mL tube 1 5 mL or 2 0 mL 96 well or 384 well Overview of all programming possibilities microplate microtubes...

Page 10: ...without a risk of pipetting error If you want to continue your run press No this will cancel the stop function If you confirm the option by selecting Yes you will reset the run How to use the TRACKMA...

Page 11: ...If you choose Yes the run starts if you choose No you will return to the previous menu 9 The pattern will light automatically to track your pipetting 10 When the run is finished the first screen appea...

Page 12: ...es may be used To rinse wipe the TRACKMAN with a soft cloth or lint free tissue dipped in distilled water Allowittoairdryordryitcarefullywith a soft cloth or lint free tissue If you use chemical solut...

Page 13: ...display Recharge battery 7 Reset the software 5 No operation possible Recharge battery 7 Reset the software 5 Step touch pads do not work Set program to Manual mode 10 Lift finger between clicks 10 N...

Page 14: ...European Directives Villiers le Bel October 1st 2009 GILSON S A S 19 avenue des Entrepreneurs BP 145 95400 VILLIERS LE BEL FRANCE Tel 33 0 1 34 29 50 00 Fax 33 0 1 34 29 50 20 TRACKMAN 2004 108 EC Ele...

Page 15: ...ide by side transparent and translucent AC Adapter Input 100 240V 0 4A 47 63Hz Output 5Vdc 2 0A Indoor use only Battery Gilson Lithium Polymer Cell Battery Rating 3 7V 1Ah 3 7 Wh autonomy up to 8 hour...

Page 16: ...d Gilson Inc World Headquarters 3000 Parmenter Street I P O Box 620027 I Middleton WI 53562 0027 USA Tel 1 800 445 7661 or 1 608 836 1551 I Fax 1 608 831 4451 Gilson S A S 19 avenue des Entrepreneurs...

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