INTRODUCTION The DMC-B (Digital Multi-Channel) is a liquid dispenser designed for stand-alone operation or in conjunction with Moduline Systems conveyors or vial filling platforms. It is ideal for pre-production process validation, yet capable of performing well in a low to medium duty production environment.
Reliable liquid dispensing at an affordable price GENERAL SYSTEM INFORMATION 1. Power must be off when changing syringes or valves to prevent possible injury in the advent of accidental triggering. 2. When positioning the inlet and outlet fluid lines avoid any sharp bending that may cause kinking.
Reliable liquid dispensing at an affordable price 6. Connect inlet tubing to inlet port located in the face of the rotary shear valves. The default inlet tubing has an ID of 0.066” and is indicated by yellow strain relief. 7. Connect outlet tubing to the ports located on top of the of rotary shear valves. Connect other end to the dispense head, if not already done.
CONVEYOR SETUP Refer to Figures 1, 4 - 7 for visual assistance with the following instructions. 1. Set the conveyor and DMC-B on a suitable table or workbench arranged with the DMC-B behind the conveyor. See Figure 4. 2. Join the off track to the handle grip on the left hand side of the conveyor using the screws provided in the handle.
Reliable liquid dispensing at an affordable price Dispensing Recommendations 1. Following a period of nonuse dispense several times into a trial plate to avoid evaporative losses from the outlet needles. 2. If the inlet Cannula is removed from the reservoir it is recommended the system be re-primed to prevent a possible dispensing error caused by an introduced air bubble.
Reliable liquid dispensing at an affordable price CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE To obtain optimum performance and maximum life from the Moduline Systems’ DMC-B Dispenser it is important that the recommended cleaning and maintenance instructions are followed. Routine Maintenance 1. Daily Maintenance a.
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Replace the tubing if necessary. Frequency of replacement will be dependent on duty cycle, reagents and maintenance. RECOMMENDED DMC-B SYRINGE SERVICE PROCEDURE Reagent to use: Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) 70% Weekly Empty the reagent being used. Put inlet Cannula(s) into IPA. Prime for 10 cycles.
Reliable liquid dispensing at an affordable price SYRINGE REPLACEMENT To replace the syringe, empty all fluid from the syringe, remove inlet lines from fluid reservoir, then follow the steps below: 1. To replace the syringe, turn the power on and initiate the prime cycle. When the syringe activator arm is at the bottom of its stroke, turn the power off.
Reliable liquid dispensing at an affordable price VALVE REPLACEMENT 1. Remove syringe as described in steps 1 - 3 on page 8. 2. Disconnect the tubing from the valve. 3. Remove the two valve screws used to secure the valve to the panel. 4.
Fill speed for standard 96 well micro-plate – w/5 mL syringe & Moduline dispensing conveyor µL / well Time (sec) Regulatory Compliance: The DMC-B is a general laboratory device not subject to FDA regulatory approval. UL / CE approved components are used wherever possible.
Reliable liquid dispensing at an affordable price REMOTE TRIGGER RECEPTACLE SLAVE DISPENSER COM. CORD COM. CORD RECEPTACLE MASTER POWER SWITCH MODEL TYPE & SERIAL NUMBER POWER CORD RECEPTACLE Figure 1 DMC-B Back Panel...
Reliable liquid dispensing at an affordable price Figure 2 DMC-B Display and Controls 1. INDICATOR ARROW FOR SELECTED DISPLAY 2. DISPLAYS DISPENSED VOLUME IN uL or mL 3. DISPLAYS SYRINGE SIZE (1.0 mL, 2.50 mL, or 5.0 mL) 4. DISPLAYS DISPENSING SPEED (0-10) 5.
Reliable liquid dispensing at an affordable price DISPENSE HEAD ALIGNMENT HOLDER ARROW ALIGN END OF BASE WITH ARROW AS SHOWN Figure 8 Dispense Head Holder Alignment...
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