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Summarization of Contents
WARNING DEFINITIONS
Safety Warning Levels
Defines DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE levels for safety.
FOR SAFE USE
Pipette Safety Precautions
Essential safety guidelines for operating the electronic pipette.
Battery Safety Precautions
Safety measures for handling and charging the lithium-ion battery.
FEATURES
Ergonomic Design and Low Fatigue
Highlights ergonomic design and reduced fatigue compared to manual pipettes.
TROUBLE SHOOTING
Common Device Problems and Solutions
Table of common issues like power, aspiration, and leakage with fixes.
1-1 Precaution on the pipette use
Hazardous Environments and Chemicals
Warning against explosive environments and incompatible chemicals.
1-2 Precautions on handling the battery
Battery Safety and Charging
Guidelines for safe battery handling, charging, and disposal.
3. FEATURE
Long Battery Life
Notes the benefit of lithium-ion battery for extended usage.
4. PA/PB FUNCTION
Pipette Operating Modes
Details standard, multiple dispensing, and mixing modes.
Advanced Pipetting Features
Includes reverse operation, correction functions, and adjustable tip ejector.
Volume and Weight Dispensing
Describes volume adjustment and dispensing by weight.
5. PACKING CONTENTS AND NAME OF ITEMS
Included Pipette Models
Lists PA and PB series pipette models.
Included Accessories
Details battery, AC adapter, cables, manual, and tips.
6-1 Installing the battery
Battery Installation Procedure
Step-by-step guide to insert the battery into the pipette.
6-2 Recharging the battery
Battery Recharging Process
Instructions for charging the pipette's lithium-ion battery.
6-3 Exchange Selectable power plug
Power Plug Exchange Method
Guide to changing the AC adapter plug for local compatibility.
6-4 Before operating the pipette
Pipette Holding Technique
Instructions on how to hold the pipette for operation.
Operating and Standby Modes
Explanation of how the pipette enters standby and wakes up.
Powering Off the Pipette
Manual procedure to turn off the pipette.
6-5 Parts names and materials
PA Series Pipette Components
Diagram and labels for parts of the PA series pipette.
PB Series Pipette Components
Diagram and labels for parts of the PB series pipette.
6-6 Precautions before dispensing
General Dispensing Precautions
Ensuring power is on before submerging tip to avoid issues.
PA-10000 Filter Usage
Importance of filter attachment for PA-10000 to prevent contamination.
PB Channel Configuration
Information on changing PB channels based on installed units.
7. NAME AND FUNCTIONS OF DISPLAY AND KEYS
Display Indicators and Symbols
Explanation of various icons and readings on the pipette display.
Key Functions Overview
Details the purpose of each button on the pipette.
7-2 Key switches and functions
Setting Keys Functions
Describes Enter, Back, Up, and Down keys for settings.
Resetting and Operation Keys
Explains Resetting and Operation key functions, including useful methods.
8. FUNCTION AND HOW TO USE
8-1 Standard mode (AUTO)
Basic pipette operation: aspirating once and dispensing once.
Selecting Standard Mode
Step-by-step guide to select and set volume for AUTO mode.
8-1 Standard mode (AUTO) - Operating
Aspirating Liquid
Procedure for aspirating liquid using the Operation key.
Dispensing Liquid
Procedure for dispensing liquid into a receiving vessel.
Blowout Function
Forcibly dispensing remaining liquid in the tip.
8-2 Multiple dispensing mode (MD)
MD Mode Operation
Aspirating once and dispensing multiple times.
Selecting MD Mode and Setting Volume
Guide to selecting MD mode and setting dispensing amount and count.
8-2 Multiple dispensing mode (MD) - Operating
Aspirating for Multiple Dispensing
Procedure to aspirate liquid for repeated dispensing.
Sequential Dispensing
Dispensing liquid into multiple vessels sequentially.
8-3 Mixing mode (MIX)
MIX Mode Operation
Repeated aspirating and dispensing for mixing liquids.
Selecting MIX Mode and Setting Parameters
Guide to selecting MIX mode, setting count and volume.
8-3 Mixing mode (MIX) - Operating
Aspirating for Mixing
Procedure to aspirate liquid for mixing cycles.
Mixing Cycles Execution
Pipette executes set aspirating-dispensing cycles for mixing.
8-4 System setting mode (SYS)
SYS Mode Operation
Setting pipette operation parameters.
Setting Items and Contents
Details settings for speed, buzzer, blowout, reverse operation, and program memory.
8-4 System setting mode (SYS) - Item Settings
Aspirating and Dispensing Speed Settings
Adjusting high and low speeds for aspirating and dispensing.
Blowout and Reverse Operation Settings
Enabling or disabling blowout and reverse operation.
8-5 Program setting mode
Saving Program Settings
Procedure to save custom operating settings into memory (PROG 01-09).
Reading Out Program Settings
How to recall saved programs via system setting mode.
8-6 Reverse operation
Purpose of Reverse Operation
Correcting dispensed volume for viscous liquids that remain in the tip.
8-6 Reverse operation - Setting and Operating
Setting Reverse Operation Mode
Enabling reverse operation through system settings.
Operating Reverse Mode
Steps for aspirating, dispensing, and discharging remaining liquid.
8-7 Blowout function
Blowout Function Operation
Forcibly dispensing the last drop of liquid from the tip.
8-8 Total discharge function
Expelling All Remaining Liquid
Expels all liquid from the tip, useful for stopping mid-operation.
8-9 Pre-dispensing function
Correcting Backlash Error
Automatically dispenses small amount to correct dispensing volume errors.
8-10 Advanced dispensing jobs
Dispensing and Mixing Mode
Combining AUTO and MIX modes for mixing after standard operation.
9. PIPETTING FOR ACCURATE DISPENSING
Optimal Aspiration Depth
Dipping the tip 2-3mm into liquid for accurate aspiration.
Vertical Pipette Positioning
Holding the pipette vertically for correct aspiration.
Volatile Liquids and Pre-rinsing
Increasing pre-rinses for volatile liquids to maintain dispensing volume.
10. ADJUSTING THE PIPETTE USING AN ELECTRONIC BALANCE
10-1 Volume adjustment function (µL adjustment function)
Correcting dispensing volume by measuring actual dispensed volume.
Procedure for Volume Adjustment
Steps to set dispensing amount, measure, and input actual volume.
10-2 Resetting the volume adjustment
Restoring Factory Volume Settings
Procedure to revert volume adjustment data to factory defaults.
10-3 Dispensing in a unit of weight (in mg unit)
Selecting the mg Unit
Toggling between volume (µL) and weight (mg) units for pipetting.
10-4 Weight adjustment function (mg adjustment function)
Method for mg Adjustment
Steps to adjust dispensing weight for accuracy.
Method for mg adjustment
Selecting mg Unit
Pre-selecting the mg unit for weight-based dispensing.
Entering Actual Dispensed Weight
Inputting measured weight to calibrate the pipette.
11. ADJUSTING TIP EJECTOR HEIGHT
Tip Ejector Adjustment Procedure
Using a screwdriver to adjust tip ejector height for tip removal.
12. STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE
12-1 Replacing the lower part
Instructions for removing and reattaching the pipette's lower part.
12-2 Cleaning the tip holder
Tip Holder Cleaning Methods
Cleaning the tip holder with isopropyl alcohol, ethanol, or detergent.
PB Series Cylinder Unit Removal
Procedure to remove cylinder units from PB series pipettes for cleaning.
12-3 After maintenance performance check
Recommended Performance Checks
Using testers for volume and proper functioning after maintenance.
12-4 Autoclave
Autoclave Settings for Lower Part
Recommended settings for autoclaving the pipette's lower part.
13. TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued)
Device Won't Turn On / Aspirate Issues
Solutions for power and aspiration problems.
Leakage from Tip Issues
Troubleshooting tip fitting, contamination, and leakage.
13. TROUBLE SHOOTING (Continued)
Dispensing Amount and Noise Issues
Fixes for incorrect dispensing amounts and abnormal noise.
Tip Ejection and Error Codes
Resolving tip won't eject and error code 01, 02, 98.
14. WHEN REQUESTING REPAIR
Repair Request Procedure
Steps to contact A&D and prepare the pipette for repair.
Attestation of Contamination Removal
Form to confirm the pipette is free of harmful contamination.
15. SPECIFICATIONS
PA Series Specifications
Technical details for PA-10, PA-20, PA-200, PA-1200, PA-10000 models.
SPECIFICATIONS (PB Series)
PB Series Specifications
Technical details for PB-200-8 and PB-1200-8 models.
16-1 Stands and hanger
Charging Stands and Hangers
Accessories for charging single and multiple pipettes.
Pipette Stands and Holders
Various stands and holders for PA and PB pipettes.
16-2 Tips, tip boxes and the filter
Applicable Pipette Tips and Boxes
Catalog of pipette tips, tip boxes, and their compatibility.
Tip Cartridges and Bulk Tips
Details on tip cartridges and bulk tip options.
Tip Cartridges and Diagrams
Tip Cartridge Examples
Illustrations of tip cartridges for PA and PB series.
Aspiration Amount Guidelines
Tips marked with lines for aspirating specific volumes.
16-3 Disposable items (User replaceable)
Replaceable Pipette Parts
Lists user-replaceable parts like lower parts and cylinder units.
Battery and AC Adapter
Information on standard battery and AC adapter.
16-4 Inspection equipment
Leak Tester AD-1690
Equipment for checking pipette leakage.
Pipette Accuracy Testers
Testers like AD-4212A-PT and FX-300i-PT for accuracy checks.
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