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Programming and Operation
C.2 Programming the Equalizer Pipette
Programming the Equalizer pipette is fast and easy. Pipetting steps and
volume are entered in the sequence that they will be performed, then the
program is saved to memory. This program will stay in memory (even if the
pipette is turned off, or the battery runs low) until you change it. Five programs
and one scratch pad (Program 0), each capable of holding 40 steps, can be
entered and stored in the pipette.
C.2.1 Open Programming Mode or "Scratch Pad" (Program 0)
The Equalizer pipette provides ample program storage for five, 40 step
programs. In addition, it offers open programming mode, also known as the
"scratch pad." This mode is identified by "P-0," which appears in the program
section of the display (refer to the pipette display on page 10). This feature
enables quick changes to pipetting protocols without affecting previously
stored programs.
To use the "scratch pad" mode: From the start of any program, simply begin
entering a new protocol (selecting a pipetting operation as described below).
This new protocol can now be used, and will remain active until a stored
program is retrieved. "P-0" appears in the program ID section of the display to
indicate that the (O)pen programming mode, or "scratch pad" mode, is active.
C.2.2 Entering a Program in Open Programming Mode
To enter a pipetting program:
1. Turn on pipette. Press the green [On/Off] key to turn on the pipette. The
pipette will beep once and flash "ZERO" on the display while resetting the
pistons to zero position. The first step of the current program is displayed.
Note: If the pipette is being programmed for the first time, the first step is the fill
operation, with the default fill volume displayed (see the following table).
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Fill
Volume
Volume
12.50
10.00
30.0
25.0
125.0
100.0
250.0
250.0
1250
1250
Table C.2.2: Default Programming Volumes (in µl)
Dispense
Mix
Volume
Volume
10.00
5.00
25.0
10.00
100.0
50.0
50.0
50.0
100
100
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