MicroCal VP-ITC User Manual page 39

Section 2: VPViewer and Origin Software
Pipette Maintenance
This group of buttons provides controls for replacing plunger tips.
It is recommended to replace tips once a month when using the VP-
ITC daily. (For more information refer to the section on Replacing
Pipette Plunger Tips starting on page 68).
Remove Old Tip – Click this button to position the injector plunger
screw in a retracted position, so that the accessory tools may be
used to remove the old plunger tip.
Install New Tip – Click this button to position the injector plunger
(in a retracted position) so that the Tip Pusher Tool may be used to
insert a new plunger tip on to the end of the plunger screw.
Polish New Tip – After installing a new tip, clicking this button will position the injector plunger
tip (in an extended position) so that the glass polishing tool may be used to polish the plunger for
first time use.
New Tip Polished – After polishing a new tip click this button to the plunger screw, this will
position the screw properly for putting the pipette back together.
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