Maintenance; Cleaning The Outer Surface Of The Pipette (Daily) - Sartorius eLINE User Manual

11. Maintenance

As with any precision instrument, pipettes have many
mechanical and electronic parts that are subject to
wear and tear. By taking care of your pipette and
carrying out regular maintenance and adjustment,
its functionality and performance can be ensured.
Cleaning is always recommended after possible
contamination or after dispensing corrosive or
aggressive chemicals.
To avoid pipette and sample contamination and to
extend the pipette's lifetime, Sartorius Safe-Cone
Filters (available for pipettes >10 µl) or Sartorius
SafetySpace Filter Tips should be used.
Sartorius provides service, maintenance, and
calibration services through its global network of
service centres. Please contact your nearest service
centre for assistance.
The warranty will be voided if the pipette is
disassembled or assembled by an unauthorized person.
NOTE:
Make sure the pipette has been decontaminated
before you send it for repair or calibration. Be sure to
note any hazardous material that the pipette has been
exposed to. For more information see 4.3, Sterilizing
the pipette.
NOTE: Turn off the pipette prior to cleaning.
NOTE: It is recommended that gloves are always worn
when cleaning the pipette.
11.1.1 Cleaning the Outer Surface of
the Pipette (daily)
To clean and decontaminate the outer surface of the
pipette, use a disinfectant liquid or mild detergent ,
for example 70% ethanol, and a soft, lint-free cloth.
Gently clean the surface of the pipette with the
moistened cloth and wipe it dry. Pay special attention
to the tip cone.
Always check the chemical compatibility between
the pipette materials and the disinfectant or
decontaminant liquid.
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