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Valco Instruments Co. Inc.
North America, South America, and Australia/Oceania contact:
M Series Pump
Models M6 and M50
Instruction Manual
For units with MicroLynx-4 controller,
shipped prior to September 2016
Top and side views of MicroLynx-4 controller, shown actual size
Valco Instruments Co. Inc.
®
800 · 367· 8424
sales
713 · 688· 9345
tech
713 · 688· 8106
fax
valco@vici.com
Europe, Asia, and Africa contact:
VICI AG International
®
Schenkon, Switzerland
Int + 41 · 41 · 925· 6200
Int + 41 · 41 · 925· 6201
info@vici.ch
m6-m50.MicroLynx.indd
Rev. 9/17
phone
fax
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
Product Description
Operating Principle
Explains how the pump core works with pistons and a cam.
Software
Details the M6-LHS and IMS software for pump control.
Getting Started
Components of the M Series System
Lists all physical parts included in the M Series pump system package.
PC System Requirements
Outlines the necessary computer hardware and OS for the M6-LHS software.
Hardware Installation
Mounting
Provides instructions and diagrams for physically installing the pump and controller.
Initial Setup
M6-LHS Software Installation
Steps to install the M6-LHS software from the provided CD onto a PC.
COM Port Assignment
Procedure for selecting the correct serial (COM) port for the pump and valve.
Initialization
Steps to initialize the pump controller using the M6-LHS software.
Priming and Testing the Pump
Tubing Connections (M6 shown)
Instructions for correctly connecting tubing to the M6 pump, including fitting assembly.
Initial Priming
Steps for performing the initial pump prime using isopropyl alcohol.
Programming Application Methods
Method Screen Functions
Explains the various elements and controls of the M6-LHS method screen interface.
Example Application Methods
Example method 1: “Prime System"
A step-by-step guide to creating a "Prime System" method in the software.
Example method 2: “Aspirate and Dispense”
A guide for creating an "Aspirate and Dispense" method for the pump.
Maintenance
Routine maintenance
Recommended daily/periodic tasks to keep the pump in good working order.
Routine cleaning
Procedures for cleaning the pump fluid path using detergent, acid, base, or bleach.
Chemical Compatibility of Wetted Surfaces
PTFE
Details the properties and limitations of PTFE used in the pump.
PAEK
Describes the PAEK composite used for end caps and its chemical resistance.
Valcon P
Information on Valcon P, the material used for the M6 pump rotor.
Sapphire
Properties of sapphire used for M6 piston chambers and its chemical compatibility.
Viton®
Details Viton® O-rings, their resistance, and incompatibility with certain solvents.
Appendix A: MicroLYNX Terminal Section
Terminal Programming Mode
Explains how to use terminal mode for advanced control and factory default changes.
Appendix B: Setup for Multipump Operation
Connections
Guidelines for setting up multiple MicroLYNX controllers for multipump operation.
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