Gilson PIPETMAN P, Manual

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PIPETMAN
®
P
13 - 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 Pipetman P2 and P10
contain miniaturized parts, it is best not to
disassemble these pipettes yourself.
Liquid must never enter the upper part
(body) 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
1) Remove the tip-ejector .
2) Wipe the tip-ejector with a soft-cloth or lint-
free tissue impregnated with soap solution.
3) 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.
4) Wipe the entire pipette and the tip-ejector
with a soft cloth or lint-free tissue
impregnated with distilled water.
5) Refit the tip-ejector and allow the pipette to
dry.
Internal
The following components only can be im-
mersed in a cleaning solution: connecting nut,
tip-ejector, tip-holder, piston assembly, seal
and O-ring.
1) Disassemble the pipette as described in
"Maintenance".
2) Set aside the upper part in a dry and secure
location.