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Pipette Overview
B.2 General Description
Keypad. The keypad contains the operation keys that are used in
programming the pipetting sequence and volumes. (See Section B.3,
Keypad).
Display. The display is an LCD screen that shows the pipetting operation
(fill, dispense, mix, or purge) and fluid volume for each step in the pipetting
program. (See Section B.4, Display).
Battery Case. The battery case contains the rechargeable battery. Lithium-
ion battery fully charges in 2 hours. The Matrix Equalizer pipette can perform
a full day's workload with no need to recharge. Battery life is extended with
automatic shut-off after 10 minutes of inactivity. (See Section F.3, Installing/
Replacing Batteries).
Pipetting Trigger. The pipetting trigger initiates a program. A single pipetting
step is executed by a quick press and release of the trigger. Repeat pipetting
is executed by pressing and holding the trigger.
Note: At the end of any dispense, the pipette tips should be removed from
the fluid before releasing the trigger, to prevent aspiration of fluid.
Ejector Trigger. The ejector trigger is pressed to eject the tips from the
pipette.
Tip Fittings. The tip fittings form an airtight seal with the tips to ensure
accuracy while pipetting.
Note: Equalizer pipettes are equipped with chemically resistant (PEEK) tip
fittings to allow pipetting of acidic solutions without damage to the tip fittings.
Color-coded Ring. The ring around the pipette handle is color-coded
to identify the pipetting volume of the handle (See Section B.5, Handle
Specifications).
Transformer Connector. The transformer connector receives the plug from
the power transformer for recharging the battery. The pipette can be used
while recharging.
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