Thermo Fisher Scientifi c
Thermo Scientifi c Novus SCP/MCP User Manual
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MAINTENANCE
When the Finnpipette Novus is not in use, make sure it is stored in an upright
position. We recommend a Finnpipette stand for this purpose.
The part # refer to exploded views beginning at page 31.
The pipette should be checked at the beginning of each day for dust and dirt on
the outside surfaces of the pipette. Particular attention should be paid to the
tip cone. No other solvents except 70 % ethanol should be used to clean the
pipette.
If the pipette is used daily it should be checked and lubricated every three
months. The servicing procedure starts with choosing the Service-mode from
the menu (Menu -> Options -> Service).
Pipettes up to 1000 µl
1. Remove the lower tip ejector sleeve 13 by pulling it out (snap fi tting).
2. Push down the ejector button and take the upper ejector top 11
between fi ngers.
3. Release the ejector button to up position, but hold the tip ejector top 11 in
down position with the fi ngers.
4. Remove the tip cone by pulling it out (snap fi tting).
5. Press and hold the trigger down to drive out the piston.
6. Insert the special piston removal tool and pull out the piston 14. The number
2 end is for 300μl and 1000μl pistons, the number 1 end for all the smaller
volumes.
See picture.
Release the trigger.
7. Check the tip cone for foreign particles.
8. Grease the cleaned parts with the lubricant that comes with the pipette.
9. Reassemble the pipette components.
10. Insert carefully the piston to the tip cone.
11. Push the tip cone back to the handle while holding the ejector top 11 down,
until you hear a “click”.
12. Press trigger to reconnect
the piston to drive
mechanism.
13. Press READY to return
from service mode.
Daily checking
Short-term Service
Single channel
pipettes
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2
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