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AUTOCLAVING
Fab pipe e is completely autoclavable at 1 bar pressure and 121°
C temperature for 20 minutes exposure me.
AUTOCLAVING INSTRUCTIONS
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Keep digital counter in unlock posi on.
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Do not dis-assemble the pipe e for autoclaving.
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A er autoclaving, allow the pipe e to completely cool and fully
dry for a minimum of four (4) hours.
Pipette is leaking
Pipette does not
aspirate the
solution
Pipette is
inaccurate
Inaccurate
dispensing with
certain liquids
Worn o-ring or seal
Worn o-ring or seal
Tip cone is loose
Damaged tip cone
Improper assembly
Tip incorrectly attached
Calibration altered
Calibration not suitable for
particular liquid
Recalibrate with the
liquid in question
Attach firmly
Recalibrate according to
instructions
See “Maintenance”
section
Replace the tip cone
Piston is damaged
(Chemically or mechanically)
Return pipette to
authorised distributor
Tighten tip cone
Foreign particles between tip
and tip cone
Foreign particles between
piston and seal
Clean tip cone, attach
new tip
Replace worn parts
Replace worn parts
Clean seal and piston
Problem area
Possible Cause
Solution
Tip cone is loose
Tighten tip cone
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If the pipe e is autoclaved frequently, the piston and springs should
be greased with supplied lubricant along with each pipe e to
maintain smooth movement.
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