SPT Labtech apricot S1, Руководство пользователя

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5. Care and Maintenance
Proper care and maintenance is an important part of user safety. It can help to
prolong equipment life and have a positive impact on your results, as well.
Proper usage of tips will prevent contamination.
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Avoid touching the bottom of plates/reservoirs while aspirating or dispensing to
prevent liquid from reversing flow and contaminating the core.
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When using low volume tips on high volume instruments, exercise extreme
caution in setting the volume to avoid over aspiration and contaminating the
core.
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While replacing tips, avoid contact between the tips’ discharge end and the head
to prevent cross contamination. Cleaning the head regularly using ethyl alcohol
is recommended.
It is imperative that an appropriate cleaning regimen be devised so that the
pipetting heads and cores do not become contaminated or damaged by harsh
solvents.
Recommended, easy to follow, regular maintenance program:
Always unclamp the tips from the pipettor after use! Never leave tips clamped in
the pipettor overnight.
Clean the unit regularly. Using a clean cloth moistened with ethyl alcohol or
cleanser wipe down the instrument surfaces. Avoid cleaning the Touch Screen with
solvent or cleanser that may damage the screen surface.
Regularly inspect the underside of the cores, the top of the pipetting heads and
all moving parts.
Look for and remove dirt or foreign objects. Failure to do so may
severely jeopardize the performance of the instrument.
Regularly lubricate all moving parts. Lubricate with high-quality instrument-grade
lubricant that contains silicone or molybdenum as necessary.
Regularly inspect the instrument for worn or damaged components. Replace
worn or damaged components immediately. For help with replacing components,
please contact Apricot Designs, Inc. or your distributor.
Periodically apply a thin layer of mineral oil to the bottom of the core. Applying
a thin layer of mineral oil will help to promote proper vacuum seal. Caution: Use
mineral oil only. Other types of lubrication may be detrimental to the gasket
material and prevent a reliable seal.
Yearly maintenance is recommended. Proper maintenance helps ensure the
accuracy and performance of your apricot S1.