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- Page 1 USER’S GUIDE...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Changing the Tip Ejector for Single Channel | 16 Changing the Tip Holder for Single Channel | 16 Changing the Tip Ejector for Multichannel | 16 Servicing the Piston Assembly | 17 SPARE PARTS | 18 WARRANTY | 19 TABLE OF CONTENTS MyPIPETMAN® MyPIPETMAN®... -
Page 3: Introduction
Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION Your personally designed MyPIPETMAN® pipette has an air-displacement mechanism and is used with disposable pipette tips. This Gilson pipette line provides: ● Light and comfortable body ● Unique design and configuration ● Low pipetting forces ensuring ergonomics for users’ well-being Eight single channel models cover a volume range from 0.2 μL to 10 mL. -
Page 4: Description
Please refer to the following chapters for a full description of the different parts and functions of the pipette. Single channel Multichannel Color-coded push button Locking system Tip ejector button Personalized handle Color window Color ring Connecting nut Ejector clip Tip holder Ejector lock Cover Tip ejector Figure 2 MYPIPETMAN™ single channel and multichannel models INTRODUCTION MyPIPETMAN®... -
Page 5: Specifications
PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tips. These values are guaranteed only when genuine PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tips are used. Each pipette is inspected and validated by qualified technicians in accordance with the Gilson quality system. Gilson declares that its manufactured pipettes comply with the requirements of the ISO 8655 standard by type testing. -
Page 6: Setting The Volume
Single channel Multichannel COLOR OF VOLUMETER NUMBERS MODEL model model BLACK INCREMENT P100 MyPIPETMAN SINGLE CHANNEL MyPIPETMAN P2 µL 0.01 µL 0.002 µL MyPIPETMAN P10 µL 0.1 µL 0.02 µL MyPIPETMAN P20 µL... -
Page 7: Pipetting
Fit the ejector adapter and click it to the tip ejector. To refit the tip ejector, gently re-insert the tip ejector vertically into the rails of the ejector support NOTE Long tips can be used without tip ejector adapter. MyPIPETMAN® USER’S GUIDE... -
Page 8: Fitting The Tips
Fitting the Tips It is recommended to use PIPETMAN® DIAMOND Tips with MyPIPETMAN for optimum performance. These tips are made from pure polypropylene. Plastic tips are for a single application—they should not be cleaned for reuse. Single Channel Models To fit a new PIPETMAN DIAMOND Tip, push the tip holder into the tip using a slight twisting motion to ensure a firm and airtight seal. -
Page 9: Aspirate
Release the push button smoothly. Eject the tip by pressing firmly on the tip ejector button. Prepare Aspirate Dispense Purge Home Rest position First stop Second stop Figure 9 Pipetting motion - aspirate and dispense MyPIPETMAN® USER’S GUIDE... -
Page 10: Guidelines For Good Pipetting
Do not pipette liquids with temperatures above 70°C or below 4°C. The pipette can be used between +4°C and +40°C, but the gravimetric performance may vary according to the temperature (refer to the ISO 8655-2 standard for conditions of use). PIPETTING MyPIPETMAN®... -
Page 11: Accessories
Chapter 4 ACCESSORIES To make pipetting more comfortable and more secure, Gilson has developed several accessories. Pipette stands allow users to store pipettes vertically to avoid the possibility of liquid running back into the pipette. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER CARROUSEL™ Universal Multichannel... -
Page 12: Troubleshooting
You may download the Two Minute Inspection Poster from the Gilson website NOTE (www.gilson.com), which shows how to perform a quick diagnosis of your pipette. Before returning any pipette to your local Gilson Service Center, ensure that it is completely free of chemical, biological, or radioactive contamination. Refer to WARNING CLEANING AND DECONTAMINATION on page 14. -
Page 13: Leak Test
Set the pipette volume to the lowest designated usable volume of the model before placing it in the autoclave. Procedure MyPIPETMAN can be sterilized by steam autoclaving at 121°C (252°F), 1 bar relative pressure for 20 minutes without disassembly. When autoclaving, the pipette will dry better and faster without using a bag. -
Page 14: Lower Part (Volumetric Module)
Wipe the entire pipette with a soft cloth or lint-free tissue soaked with the decontamination solution. Wipe it with distilled water. Let the parts dry by evaporation or wipe them with a clean soft cloth or lint-free tissue. Fitting the Tip Ejector Adapter Refit the tip ejector (refer to on page CLEANING AND DECONTAMINATION MyPIPETMAN®... -
Page 15: Maintenance
Chapter 7 MAINTENANCE Routine maintenance will help keep your pipette in good condition, ensuring a continued high level of performance. Visit the Gilson website at www.gilson.com for: ● Complete technical service contact information ● Access to the documentation and information about accessories and related products For information or technical assistance contact techsupport@pipetman.com... -
Page 16: Servicing The Piston Assembly
You may remove the piston assembly for cleaning purposes only. If the piston assembly is changed, the pipette must be adjusted and calibrated at an authorized Gilson Service Center. As the models P2 and P10 contain miniaturized parts, it is best not to disassemble these pipettes yourself. -
Page 17: Spare Parts
Chapter 8 SPARE PARTS MyPIPETMAN SINGLE CHANNEL SPARE PARTS STAINLESS WHITE TIP DARK BLUE DARK BLUE SEAL+ PLASTIC WHITE STEEL EJECTOR TIP EJECTOR PLASTIC WHITE DARK BLUE MODEL O-RING EJECTOR PLASTIC TIP EJECTOR STAINLESS STAINLESS TIP EJECTOR TIP HOLDER TIP HOLDER... -
Page 18: Warranty
Chapter 9 WARRANTY Gilson warrants this pipette against defects in material under normal use and service for a period of three years from the date of purchase. This warranty shall not apply to pipettes which are subject to abnormal use and/or improper or inadequate maintenance (contrary to the recommendations given in the user’s guide), including, but not limited to... - Page 19 NOTES MyPIPETMAN® USER’S GUIDE...
- Page 20 Specifications subject to change without notification — errors excepted. www.gilson.com/contactus LT801622/A | ©2019 Gilson, Inc. All rights reserved.
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