Ovation QS BioNatural Pipette – Adjustable Volume-Set Operator’s Guide
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VistaLab Technologies suggests that the Ovation QS pipette’s seals be replaced
annually, or if any of the following symptoms are evident:
• Accuracy and precision claims cannot be achieved
(not result of technique or method)
• The pipette does not aspirate or dispense
(even after nozzle or filter has been replaced)
• The pipette leaks
(when using the recommended Ovation tips)
Replacement Seals:
9057-1001
Seal Kit for Ovation 0.2-2µL (QS)
9057-1002
Seal Kit for Ovation 1-10µL (QS)
9057-1003
Seal Kit for Ovation 2-20µL (QS)
9057-2004
Seal Kit for Ovation 10-100µL (QS)
9057-2034
Viton Seal Kit for Ovation 10-100µL (QS)
9057-2005
Seal Kit for Ovation 20-200µL (QS)
9057-2035
Viton Seal Kit for Ovation 20-200µL (QS)
9057-3006
Seal Kit for Ovation 100-1000µL (QS)
9057-3035
Viton Seal Kit for Ovation 100-1000µL (QS)
See the Support area of the VistaLab Technologies web site – www.vistalab.com –
for complete instructions about replacing plunger assembly seals. Information is
also available on the web site indicating the procedure for returning the pipette to
VistaLab Technologies for in-factory replacement of the plunger assembly seals.
The Ovation QS pipette has a user replaceable CR2, 3 volt lithium battery (catalog #
9057-4001) with an expected life of one (1) year or more of typical use.
The battery symbol on the LCD indicates the battery
capacity remaining. When r2.03 appears on the display
or the battery symbol appears “empty”, the battery
should be replaced. Current volume setting, pre-set
volumes, and current calibration factor are not lost
during a battery change.
1. Loosen the captive screw on the base of the
pipette and gently lower the base from the body,
being careful not to stretch, loosen or disconnect
the cable from the circuit board.
Do not separate the front and back sections
of the body at any time. Doing so will void the
pipette warranty.
2. Note the orientation of the battery. Pull the battery out of the clips, being careful
not to break them off. Gently pinch clips so when a new battery is installed there
will be a tight fit and good contact on the battery terminals.
3. Install the new battery, matching the polarity to the symbol imprinted
between the battery clips. Use of any other battery can cause damage to the
pipette and void its warranty.
4. Carefully fit the base back onto the body of the pipette and tighten the screw.
Do not overtighten.
If no battery is installed in the clip for an extended time and/or the volume
display is blank when the new battery is installed, the volume display will
show an “r” value. To return the LCD to its routine display, press the
button once. The LCD will display all character sets and then display a
flashing volume. “Lock In” this volume or change volume as needed.
Plunger Assembly Seals
Replacing the Battery
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