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- Page 1 connected User’s Guide...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION PARTS CHECKLIST AND ACCESSORIES Parts Checklist Accessories GETTING STARTED DESCRIPTION Reset Switch Off Display PIPETTING JUST LIKE WITH PIPETMAN Switch On Adjust The Volume Setting Purge Volume PIPETTING MODES PIPET Mode REPETITIVE Mode MIX Mode REVERSE Mode CUSTOM Mode BENEFIT FROM THE BLUETOOTH CONNECTION Connect via Bluetooth... - Page 3 POWER MANAGEMENT Battery Charging Working with Charger Connected to the Pipette Low Battery Warning Changing the Battery CONFIGURATION MAINTENANCE Service Information Adjustment Standard Readjustment Maintenance Operations Maintenance Warning Maintenance Operation for Single Channel Models Maintenance Operation for Multichannel Models CLEANING AND DECONTAMINATION Cleaning Single Channel Models Multichannel Models...
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Page 4: Introduction
For more information visit PIPETMAN M Connected is a Bluetooth® enabled motorized member of the PIPETMAN® family of pipettes from Gilson, requiring virtually no pipetting forces to aspirate and dispense samples. Combining PIPETMAN’s renowned accuracy, precision, and robustness with user-friendly functions, PIPETMAN M Connected will reduce pipetting fatigue, and increase pipetting efficiency. -
Page 5: Parts Checklist And Accessories
Ejector side tags (set of 4) F807014 USB Dongle F807027 Please contact your Gilson representative to order additionnal accessories. Chapter 3 GETTING STARTED PIPETMAN M Connected is provided with a minimal battery charge. Before using your new pipette, we strongly recommend that you to fully charge the NOTE battery. -
Page 6: Description
Chapter 4 DESCRIPTION Upper part Push button and volume adjustment knob Menu button: direct access to all menu functions Tip ejector button Display Elastomer plug to cover the battery charging port Identity-tag clip Identity-tag window Connecting nut — attaches handle to lower part Lower part Tip ejector: removable to access tip... -
Page 7: Pipetting Just Like With Pipetman
Chapter 5 Chapter 5 PIPETTING JUST LIkE wITh PIPETMAN Using PIPETMAN M Connected is as easy as using a mechanical PIPETMAN. Your PIPETMAN M Connected is set by default to “PIPET Mode”, which means forward pipetting. Select a volume and then start to pipette. -
Page 8: Repetitive Mode
Fit a tip suitable for the model of PIPETMAN M Connected that you are using (preferably use PIPETMAN Tips for assurance of accurate and precise results, refer to Chapter 9 PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tips on page 15). NOTICE Always fit a tip before using any pipette. Press the push button to aspirate the selected volume. -
Page 9: Mix Mode
Fit a tip suitable for the model of DISCARD ALIQUOTS PURGE PIPETMAN M Connected that V (+ extra vol)* you are using (preferably use PIPETMAN Tips for assurance V (vol) of accurate and precise results; refer to Chapter 9 PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tips page 15). - Page 10 If you set VOLUME 1 or VOLUME 2= 0 µL, then the step will not appear. NOTE If you set VOLUME 1 and 2 = 0 µL, then the cycle will start directly with the MIX step. Set the MIX volume: click the push button, set the volume by turning the push button.
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Page 11: Reverse Mode
REVERSE Mode The REVERSE Mode is reverse pipetting with a manual pipette. During aspiration, additional liquid is added. After delivery, the excess volume remains in the tip and is discarded. The REVERSE Mode is ideal for pipetting viscous liquids; liquids with high vapor pressure or those that tend to foam. -
Page 12: Custom Mode
PIPETMAN M Connected through PIPETMAN M Software, an easy-to-use software. To use this mode on a PC, the software has to be installed on it. PIPETMAN M Software is downloadable on www.gilson.com/pipetmanmconnected. You can also directly download the PIPETMAN M Software Android® app on your tablet. -
Page 13: Benefit From The Bluetooth Connection
PIPETMAN M Connected is a smart Bluetooth connected pipette that stores your data in the cloud for you to recall. It is compatible with the Gilson Connect platform of apps and has the ability to be connected to a Bluetooth 4.0 smart-ready tab or phone or any PC equiped with a Bluetooth key. -
Page 14: Connection With The Pipetman M Software
Connection with the PIPETMAN M Software When it is necessary to have the pipette connected, the software will prompt you. If the pipette has been registered previously, it is only necessary to activate the Bluetooth on the pipette to make the connection; however, if this is the first time the pipette is being used in the software, it is necessary to register the pipette. -
Page 15: Pipetting Speed Control
Every PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tip is individually marked with an Figure 6 identification number (ID). To ensure accuracy and precision, ID number Gilson’s quality assurance system focuses on the following critical parameters: ● PIPETMAN Tips are made from pure polypropylene (virgin, metal-free, to avoid the possibility of contamination). - Page 16 0.1 MPa. NOTICE Do not autoclave PIPETMAN Filter Tips as the filter will be damaged. To ensure the best performance from your Gilson pipette, you shoud NOTE ALwAYS use PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tips (in accordance with ISO8655) system, because PIPETMAN Tips were used to establish the specifications.
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Page 17: Guidelines For Good Pipetting
Chapter 10 GUIDELINES FOR GOOD PIPETTING Aspirate and Dispense Fit new PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tip for the best results (refer to Chapter 19 Specifications on page 31). Single Channel Model For single channel models, push the tip holder into the tip using a slight twisting motion to ensure a firm and airtight seal. -
Page 18: General Guidelines For Good Pipetting
Never turn the pipette upside down, ○ Never lay the pipette on its side when there is liquid in the tip(s), The Gilson Stand Adapter (refer to Parts Checklist and Accessories on page 5) is recommended for use with the CARROUSEL... -
Page 19: Personal Label - Name And/Or Application Tag
To remove a tip ejector extension (see opposite): Hold the pipette in one hand and grip the extension with the other. Gently twist the extension (either direction) and pull it away from the pipette. Short Long tips tips Personal Label – Name and/or Figure 10 Application Tag Remove a tip ejector... -
Page 20: Alarms
Charge your pipette by using stand adapter (refer to Parts Checklist and Accessories Chapter 2 on page First place the stand adapter on your Gilson Single Pipette Holder or Carrousel. Remove the plug. Now place your pipette on the Stand Adapter and plug the power transformer into the stand adapter. -
Page 21: Working With Charger Connected To The Pipette
You can also recharge PIPETMAN M Connected by USB with your PC; however it NOTE will take much longer than by power supply. Use only the original power transformer supplied by Gilson. Use of an incompatible power supply can damage your PIPETMAN M Connected! NOTICE Do not operate PIPETMAN while connected to a PC. -
Page 22: Configuration
Chapter 15 MAINTENANCE PIPETMAN M Connected requires very little maintenance. However, to ensure pipette accuracy, precision and robustness please proceed periodically with a two-minute inspection as recommended by Gilson. Your PIPETMAN M Connected allows you to: ● Get service information. -
Page 23: Service Information
PIPETMAN M Connected provides you with all required service information. It will help you establish an easy diagnosis and plan any service operation with your accredited Gilson service center. You will find in the Service menu following sub menus: ●... -
Page 24: Adjustment
In accordance with ISO 8655 Gilson recommends a gravimetric procedure for pipette calibration. This gravimetric method is used to establish the mean mass of a given volume of water (taking into account evaporation losses, where necessary). -
Page 25: Maintenance Warning
Maintenance Warning PIPETMAN M Connected notifies you when maintenance is due (Service alert is set by default to “On” ). The following message will appear: After validation by a click, the following message appears: If you click to confirm within 10 seconds. The pipette will automatically switch to Disassembly mode so you can carry out your maintenance safely. - Page 26 O-ring Changing the Seal and/or O-ring The O-ring is positioned on the piston; it should not be autoclaved, if worn or damaged in any way, it must be replaced (refer to Replacement Parts on page 34). Figure 16 To access the O-ring, remove the tip ejector and unscrew the lower O-ring part of the tip holder.
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Page 27: Maintenance Operation For Multichannel Models
Lubricate the Piston (except P10M) Use only Gilson lubricant (P/N: F2070902, as supplied). Squeeze a small quantity from the tube onto a clean, lintless cloth. Use the cloth to transfer the lubricant to the piston. -
Page 28: Cleaning And Decontamination
As part of your quality system, you may have procedures for pipette decontamination. We recommend that you refer to Decontamination Procedures for Gilson Pipettes, which you can download from Gilson’s website. If you use chemical solutions for decontamination or detergents for cleaning, other... -
Page 29: Multichannel Models
Rinse the individual components with distilled water. Leave the parts to dry by evaporation or wipe them with a clean soft cloth or lint-free tissue. Lubricate the piston and reassemble the pipette according to the instructions Maintenance given in Chapter 15 on page 22). -
Page 30: Leak Test
Non-Immersible Parts Wipe the handle of the pipette with a soft cloth or lint-free tissue covered with the chosen decontaminant. Wipe the handle of the pipette with a soft cloth or lint-free tissue covered with distilled water. Immersible Parts Only the following components can be immersed in a decontaminant solution: ●... -
Page 31: Troubleshooting
“PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tips”. These figures are only guaranteed when using genuine PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tips. Each pipette is inspected and validated by qualified technicians according to the Gilson quality system. Gilson declares that its manufactured pipettes comply with the requirements of the ISO 8655 standard, by type testing. - Page 32 PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tips. Visit www.gilson.com/en/guaranteedperformance. Under these conditions, Gilson volumetric specifications in standard pipetting (PIPET mode) are guaranteed with a performance exceeding ISO 8655-2 recommendations for this mode. *These PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tips can be used with the indicated pipettes for the REPETITIVE mode but not until the maximal volume of the pipette in PIPET mode.
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Page 33: Safety Precautions And Limitations Of Use
● Use only genuine PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tips and original Gilson’s accessories and spare parts. If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Gilson in the user’s guide, the protection provided in the equipment may be impaired . -
Page 34: Replacement Parts
Chapter 21 REPLACEMENT PARTS Single Channel Models DESCRIPTION P10M P20M P100M P200M P300M P1200M P5000M P10mLM Connecting nut F807012 F807012 F807012 F807012 F807012 F807012 F807012 F807012 Battery tag, 1x4 F807013 F807013 F807013 F807013 F807013 F807013 F807013 F807013 Ejector tag, 1x4 F807014 F807014 F807014... -
Page 35: Appendices
APPENDICES Appendix A – Example of a Performance Check Below is an example of how to evaluate the performance of PIPETMAN M Connected P10M at 1 µL. Calculate the mean volume. Determine the mean value e For a temperature of 21.5°C and an air of the evaporation loss e that pressure of 1013 hPa, the Z factor is... -
Page 36: Appendix B - Z Factor
Appendix B – Z Factor The reference calculation equation is : z = [1/(P )] [1-(P Where: = density of air at t°C. = density of the test liquid at t°C. = density of the balance weights. Use 8 g/cc for P weights conforming to International recommendation N°33 of OIML have been NOTE adjusted to give results when weighing in air as if the density of the weights were... -
Page 37: Appendix C - Evaporation Loss
Appendix C – Evaporation Loss Procedure for the Determination of Evaporation Loss Use the same distilled water, weighing vessel and balance as you will be using for the gravimetric check. Half fill the weighing vessel with distilled water. Cover the weighing vessel with its lid and place it on the balance using a pair of tweezers. -
Page 38: Regulatory Compliance
Chapter 22 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE Gilson certifies on its sole responsibility that PIPETMAN M Connected complies with the requirements of the following European Directives: 2014/30/EU Electromagnetic compatibility, EMC 2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive, LVD 2014/53/EU Radio Equipment Directive This Bluetooth enabled device also complies with the following requirements:... -
Page 39: Warranty
This warranty shall also be void in the event pipettes are altered or modified by any party other than Gilson or its designates. Gilson’s sole liability under this warranty shall be limited to, at Gilson’s sole option, repair or replacement of any defective components of pipettes or refund of the purchase price paid for such pipettes. - Page 40 LT801594/A | © 2018 Gilson, Inc. All rights reserved.
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