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PIPETMAN
®
P
12 - cLeanInG and decontamInatIon
PIPETMAN P is designed so that the parts normally in
contact with liquid contaminants, can easily be cleaned
and decontaminated. However, because the models
P2 and P10 contain miniaturized parts, it is best not to
disassemble these pipettes yourself; please contact
your local Gilson authorized Service Center.
You may refer to the decontamination procedure available
on the Gilson website (www. gilson.com).
Liquid must
never enter the upper part (handle) of any pipette
.
cleaning
The pipette must be cleaned, as described below, before
it is decontaminated. Soap solution is recommended for
cleaning PIPETMAN P.
external
Remove the tip-ejector.
Wipe the tip-ejector with a soft-cloth or lint-free
tissue impregnated with soap solution.
Wipe the entire pipette with a soft-cloth or lint-
free tissue impregnated with soap solution, to
remove all dirty marks. If the pipette is very dirty,
a brush with soft plastic bristles may be used.
Wipe the entire pipette and the tip-ejector
with a soft cloth or lint-free tissue soaked with
distilled water.
Refit the tip-ejector and allow the pipette to
dry.
Internal
The following components
only
can be immersed in
a cleaning solution: connecting nut, tip-ejector, tip-
holder, piston assembly, seal and o-ring.
Disassemble the pipette as described in the
Chapter 11 - Maintenance.
Set aside the upper part in a clean, dry place.
Summary of Contents for PIPETMAN P Series
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