Loading Tubing; Cassette Models - Ismatec MASTERFLEX MFLX78018-10 Operating Manual

Section 2: Basic Setup & Settings

LOADING TUBING

Cassette Models

CAUTION: Turn the drive off before removing or installing tubing. Fingers or loose clothing
could get caught in the drive mechanism.
Th e REGLO Cassette models use MS/CA Click'n'go cassettes for easy loading and removal, and to allow for
tubes with diff erent diameters and materials to be used on the same roller-head. Cassettes are also available
with pressure levers. For further information see "Cassettes" on page 5-2 and
Tubing" on page 5-3.
NOTE:
• Check to confi rm that the rollers are clean and free of defects.
• Tubing should be clean and routed so that the bend radii are at a minimum of four (4) times the outside
tube diameter and are as short as possible.
• Use the appropriate tube diameter for the required fl ow rate and viscosity.
• Recalibrate tubing regularly to maintain the best fl ow rate accuracy (for further information see
Calibration" on page 3-14).
• After installing new tubing the pump should be run for 20-30 minutes to properly condition the tubing
and increase dispense accuracy (for further information see "To condition new tubing" below).
1. Remove the cassette by lightly pressing the fi xing-tongue while simultaneously lifting the cassette.
2. Insert the tubing into the cassette:
a. Insert the fi rst stopper of the color-coded three-stop tubing into the cassette's front tube channel.
b. Allow the tubing to hang freely to prevent twisting.
c. Insert the second stopper of the tubing into the cassette's rear tube channel.
3. Replace the cassette onto the roller-head.
3-9 Masterflex REGLO Digital Pump Drive with Advanced Connectivity
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STEP 3
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