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Maintenance
F. MAINTENANCE
The Thermo Fisher Matrix family of electronic pipettes has been specifically
designed for serviceability, enabling the user to service instruments with
relative ease. Under certain circumstances where on-site service is not
feasible, the instrument may need to be returned to Thermo Fisher Scientific
for repair (see Pipette Service, Sections G.2 and G3).
Electronic pipettes require very little maintenance. The exterior of the pipette
can be cleaned periodically with a soft cloth moistened with methyl alcohol.
Periodic cleaning of the tip fitting may be necessary using the procedures for
maintenance listed below.
In cases where pipettes have been exposed to biohazardous materials,
autoclaving internal components is required. Thermo Fisher Scientific
provides the following Preventive Maintenance/Autoclave Kit:
Preventive Maintenance/Autoclave Kit
• Replacement cross tubes
• O-ring lubricant
• Wooden applicator
• O-rings
Item #
Description
Item #
Description
9809
12.5µl - 6, 8, & 12 channel
9804
850µl - 12 channel
9801
125µl - 6, 8, & 12 channel
9805
1250µl - 6 & 8 channel
9802
250µl - 6, 8, & 12 channel
CAUTION! DO NOT AUTOCLAVE
entire unit or clean the keypad
with bleach solution or other solvents. Extreme heat can damage the
display and other electronic components. Caustic cleaning solutions
can damage the keypad.
Note:
For autoclaving specific portions of the pipette refer to the autoclaving
steps in Section F.1.2 for single channel pipettes, or section F.2.2 for
multichannel pipettes; or call technical service for instructions.
Note:
Avoid prolonged exposure to ultraviolet light. The pipette housing may
become discolored or damaged.