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Programming and Operation
C. PROGRAMMING AND OPERATION
C.1 Operating the Equalizer Pipette
The Matrix Equalizer pipette allows the tip-to-tip spacing to change.
This allows pipetting into or between vessels of varying center-to-center
configurations. The set button(s), spacing indicator and spacing control rod all
work together to change the distance between the tips (see figure C.1).
To attach tips, the control rod should be in position such that the indicator is
set at closed (position A). In the case of the Equalizer 384 pipette (with two
set buttons), tips arranged in racks of 384 can be attached when the indicator
is set at the 4.5 mm mark. Once tips are attached, follow the steps below to
change the pipette to a new tip spacing.
Matrix Equalizer Pipette:
1. Depress the set button using your thumb or finger.
2. While depressing, slide the set button to the desired tip-to-tip spacing
marker on the window. Release the set button to lock the spacing.
3. Using the control rod, slide the tips into the desired position. The indicator
in the window will also move and will nest into the set button when the
desired position is achieved.
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Figue C.1: Equalizer Spacing
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