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Thermo Scientifi c Novus SCP/MCP User Manual
Thermo Fisher Scientifi c
Defect
Leakage
Inaccurate
dispensing
Inaccurate
dispensing with
certain liquids
No dispensing
Possible reason
Tip incorrectly attached
Foreign particles between tip and tip cone
Foreign particles between the piston, the
O-ring and the cylinder
Insuffi cient amount of grease on cylinder
and O-ring
O-ring damaged
Incorrect operation
Tip incorrectly attached
Calibration altered: caused by misuse,
for example
Unsuitable calibration
High viscosity liquids may require
recalibration
Pistons stuck or not connected
Solution
Attach fi rmly
Clean tip cones attach new tips
Clean and grease O-ring and cylinder.
Grease accordingly
Change the O-ring
Follow instructions carefully
Attach fi rmly
Recalibrate according to instructions
Recalibrate with the liquids in question
Remove tip cone module. Move piston by
hand or with piston removal tool. Attach the
module in service mode.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
The table below lists possible problems and their solutions.
Caution
The Finnpipette is designed to allow easy in-lab service. If you
would prefer to have us or your local representative service your pipette,
please make sure that the pipette has been decontaminated before you send
it to us.
Please note that the postal authorities in your country may prohibit or restrict
the shipment of contaminated material by mail.
