Replacing Pipette Plunger Tips - MicroCal VP-ITC User Manual

VP-ITC MicroCalorimeter User's Manual

5.2 Replacing Pipette Plunger Tips

It is recommended that when using the VP-ITC instrument on a daily basis, that the plunger tips
of the pipette be replaced approximately once every month or two. The tools for replacing syringe
plunger tips for the pipette injector consist of :
Removing old syringe plunger tip from pipette injector
You must first separate the Syringe Holder from the pipette
injector.
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Place the pipette in its stand on the side of the instrument.
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Open the Setup/Maintenance menu.
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From the pipette maintenance group click on the Remove
Old Tip button.
Wait for the injector plunger to move up to its replacement
position (or home position), you will hear a beep when the
movement is complete.
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Separate the injector from the Syringe Holder by turning the
Locking Collar counter clock-wise.
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