PIPETMAN
®
continuously adjustable digital pipettes
CONTENTS
Description .....................................................................1
Autoclaving.....................................................................2
Volume Indicator ............................................................2
Safety Filter, P-5000, P-10ML........................................2
Operation........................................................................3
Tip Selection...................................................................4
Tip Immersion Depth ......................................................5
Pipetting Guidelines & Precautions ................................5
Pre-Rinsing Recommended ...........................................6
Reverse Mode Pipetting .................................................6
Pipetting Liquids of Varying Density ..............................6
Temperature Considerations..........................................7
Acids and Corrosives .....................................................7
Pipetman Storage...........................................................7
Troubleshooting and Repairs .........................................8
Sample Splash ...............................................................8
Leaks, Inaccurate Sampling ...........................................8
Removing/Replacing Ejector Arm ..................................9
Service, Calibration and Repair....................................10
Contacting Rainin .........................................................10
Performance Specifications .........................................11
Replacement Parts ........................................Back Cover
FIGURES
Figure 1
Pipetman P-200 .........................................1
Figure 2
Operating Pipetman ...................................4
Figure 3
Removing Tip Ejector Arm .........................9
DIAGRAMS FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS
Models
P-2, P-10, P-20, P-100 ............................12
Models
P-200, P-1000, P-5000, P-10ML .............13
TABLES
Specifications ...............................................................11
Technical Assistance: 800-543-4030
Call this toll free number for technical consultation and
product information for Pipetman, other Rainin pipettes,
and disposable tips.
Or use e-mail: [email protected]
Pipetman is a US-registered trademark of Rainin Instrument Company,
Inc. Microman is a trademark of Gilson Inc. Pipetman pipettes are manu-
factured under U.S. Patent Nos: 5,413,006 and 5,650,124. Other U.S. and
international patents pending. Copyright 1982-2000, Rainin Instrument
Company, Inc., Woburn, MA 01801, USA.
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