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Model EP-1 Econo Pump Instruction Manual Catalog Numbers 731-8140 731-8142 For Technical Service Call Your Local Bio-Rad Office or i n the U.S. Call 1-800-4BIORAD (1-800-424-6723)
Econo System. As a stand-alone pump, the Model EP-1 Econo Pump delivers flow rates from 0.l to 40 mumin with the ability to self-calibrate the flow rate for 0.8, l.6, and 3.2 mm ID tubing, displaying pump output in ml/min.
3.2 Voltage Conversion Section 4 Physical Description and Control Features Warning: The Model EP- I Econo Pump is shipped in its 120 V or 220 V version. To operate at other voltages, refer to the procedure below. Failure 4.1 Front Panel Functions to follow this procedure may result in damage to the unit and invalida- tion of the warranty.
These lights indicate the units for the Indicator Lights Program Run Key This key is used to control a pro- value displayed on the LED display grammed gradient or fraction collec- located to the left. A flashing light tion method. When the indicator light indicates that a value can be set using is flashing, pressing this key starts the the Arrow keys.
UV Monitor. 4.3 Pump Base Features The base of the Model EP-1 Econo Pump contains a 40-pin connector for connection to the Model ES-1 Econo System Controller via a ribbon cable located on the Model ES-1 Econo System Controller. When connected, the two provide added features such as gradient proportioning and mixing, peak detection, and control of a waste/collect diverter valve.
Tubing length and the amount of tubing prestretch have a significant effect on both flow rate calibration and reproducibility of flow. The PharMed tubing supplied with the Model EP-1 Econo Pump has been cut to a prede Fig. 5.2. Attachment of tubing fittings.
Simultaneously press and hold the Direction Key and the "down" grammed tubing settings. If improved flow rate accuracy Arrow key on the front panel of the Model EP-1 Econo Pump. The is desired, see User Calibration Procedure below. four digit LED display on the front panel of the Pump should dis- play: "v2.01"...
731-8235) is required to use the void volume "CAL" indicator light will glow steadily, indicating that feature of the Model EP-1 Econo Pump. the pump is calibrated. DO NOT select a tubing size at this point, even if you are using one of the standard Select the total run volume (V) in 1 ml increments using sizes.
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Model 2110 display reads ---. Fig. 6.1. Connection of the Model SV-3 Diverter Valve. The fraction collection control feature of the Model EP-1 Econo Pump can be used to turn off the pump even if a fraction collector is not con- nected.
Cleaning and Maintenance Insure that the calibration indica- torlight is not flashing. For pump The Model EP-1 Econo Pump requires very little maintenance to assure to run, this light must either be reliable operation. The procedures outlined below will insure maximum off or steadily lit.
System instruments. Output signals are TTL compatible. To use these signals, Maximum counterpressure 30 psi (2 kg/cm2 or bars) you must insure that the circuit external to the Model EP-1 Econo Pump does not draw more than 15 milliamperes of current. The following table Motor DC speed controlled, 55 watts describes the two rear panel mini-DIN connector pinouts.
731-8261 Econo System Cable 1, 8-pin mini-DIN to DB-9 connector. 731-8140 Model EP-1 Econo Pump, 110 V (USA power cord), with For connection of Model 2110 Econo Fraction Collector to tubing set and starter fittings kit the Econo Pump, Econo UV Monitor, or Econo System...
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