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Tip Ejector Arm RemovalThe tip ejector can be removed if necessary.Two types of tip ejector are used and both types can beremoved with minimum effort - do not use force. See Figure 4.For models up to 2000 µL, press in the quick-release tabs onthe ejector arm and pull the ejector down.For 5000 µL and 10 mL pipettes, grasp the top of the ejectorarm and pull outward then downward.To replace the ejector arm on all models, insert the shaftthrough the large opening, align the top with the tip ejectorpushrod, and push until the ejector arm snaps in place.Up to 2000 µLPush inEjector ArmQuick-Release5000 µL and 10 mLTip EjectorPushrodPull EjectorArm outPull Ejector ArmdownPull EjectorArm downFigure 4Removing the Tip EjectorPipetting GuidelinesPipet-Plus pipettes have several features for enhanced pipettingconsistency. You should also maintain:1. Consistent pickup and dispense rhythm.2. Consistent speed and smoothness when pipetting.3. Consistent immersion depth. See table on page 9.4. Pipette vertically, or no more than 20° from vertical.5. Do not invert or lay Pipet-Plus down with liquid in the tip.Pre-Rinsing RecommendedSome solutions (e.g. serum, protein-containing solutions, andorganic solvents) can leave a film on the inside tip wall, resultingin an error larger than the tolerance specified. Since this filmremains relatively constant in successive pipettings with the sametip, excellent precision may be obtained by refilling the tip andusing the refilled volume as the sample. Successive samples fromthis same tip will exhibit good reproducibility (low variance).6
Mixing (recommended only above 15% of nominal volume)To mix two liquids in the tip, pick up sample normally. Depressand hold the trigger closed. Holding the trigger closed, place thetip end into the liquid in the well and press the plunger to dispensesample. Continue pressing the plunger until you feel thestop. Release thumb pressure and let the plunger return upward.Press and release the plunger to mix the liquids in the tip. Whenfully mixed, dispense the mixture.Pipetting Liquids of Varying DensityPipet-Plus lets you compensate for solutions of varying densityby setting the volume slightly higher or lower than required.Compensation amount must be determined empirically; e.g., ifpipetting 10 µL of CsCl solution, you determine that the volumedelivered is actually 8.5 µL (≥5 samples); set the volume to11.8 µL and repeat the measurements. If the volumes deliveredare still not close enough to 10 µL, make another slight volumeadjustment until the measurements are as desired.Temperature ConsiderationsWarm or cold liquids can be measured with good precisionusing a consistent pipetting rhythm, which can minimize heatingor cooling effects within the pipette. Use a new tip each time forbest accuracy and precision when measuring samples with temperaturesgreatly different from ambient, and do not pre-rinse.You will get best results if there is no delay between aspiratingand dispensing the sample.Tip Immersion DepthThe recommended depth for tip insertion into the sample foreach Pipet-Plus volume is shown below.Pipet-Plus Volume Range Immersion Depth2 µL 0.1 - 2 µL 1-2 mm10 µL 0.5 - 10 µL 1-2 mm20 µL 2 - 20 µL 2 - 3 mm100 µL 10 - 100 µL 2 - 3 mm200 µL 20 - 200 µL 3 - 6 mm300 µL 30 - 300 µL 3 - 6 mm1000 µL 100 - 1000 µL 3 - 6 mm2000 µL 200 - 2000 µL 3 - 6 mm5000 µL 500 - 5000 µL 6 - 10 mm10 mL 1 mL - 10 mL 6 - 10 mmTip immersion depth is critical. If these depths are exceeded, thevolume measured may be inaccurate, possibly out of specification.Tip angle is also important. Hold the pipette within 20degrees of vertical.7
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