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CONTENTS
Congratulations! ............................................................................................. 1
Before You Begin ............................................................................................. 1
A. INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................... 2
A.1 Thermo Scientific Matrix Single Channel Pipette
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A.2 Thermo Scientific Matrix Multichannel Pipette
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B. PIPETTE OVERVIEW ................................................................................. 4
B.1 Components
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B.2 General Description
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B.3 Keypad
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B.3.1 Operation Keys
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B.3.2 Programming Keys
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B.3.3 Special Function Key
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B.4 Display
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B.5 Pipette Specifications
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B.6 Hazards and Precautions
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C. PROGRAMMING AND OPERATION ....................................................... 13
C.1 Programming the Electronic Pipette
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C.1.1 Open Programming Mode or “Scratch Pad” (P-0)
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C.1.2 Entering a Program in Open Programming Mode
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C.1.3 Storing a Program
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C.1.4 Program Recall
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C.1.5 Adjusting Pipetting Speed
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C.1.6 Reviewing the Program
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C.2 Programming Examples
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C.2.1 Sample Transfers
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C.2.2 Incremental Pipetting
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C.2.3 Serial Dilutions ...............................................................................................19
C.2.4 Simple Dilutions
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C.2.5 Supernatant Collection
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C.3 Operating Procedures
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