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Omega Pipettor
Operating Instructions
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© 2006 Argos Technologies Inc.
Argos Technologies, Inc. 1551 South Scottsdale Court, Suite 200, Elgin, IL 60123,
Tel (US) 800-886-8675, Tel (outside US) 847-622-0456, Fax 847-622-0454
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Aspirate Trigger
Page Subject
2 Product Overview
3 Product Description
3 Package Contents
4 Warranty Information
4/5 Getting Star ted
6/7 Maintenance, Care & Safety Precautions
7 Trouble Shooting
7 Replacement Parts Ordering Information
8 Chemical Compatibility Guide
Filter Tube
Filter
Silicon
Pipette Holder
Nosepiece
Contents
Product Overview
Illuminated LED Array
Shows battery charge
Personalized
Name Card
Speed Control
Thumbwheel
Dispense Trigger
Power Supply/
Charging Socket
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Product Description
Thank you for your recent purchase of the Argos Omega™ Pipettor , the last serological
pipettor you will ever need! The Omega Pi pettor is a portable, lightweight and erg onomic
unit for use with plastic or glass pipettes from 1-100mL. Its balanced design and contoured
buttons help prevent hand fatigue ev en after hours of use. With its unique UV resistant
plastic housing it is the pipettor of choice for use in laminar hoods or other locations
exposed to UV light.
Note: Please be sure and read the safety and operating instructio ns before use.
Also, when performing the pipetting function, observe all laboratory safety
guidelines including the use of protective clothing, safety goggles and gloves
when handling biological samples or chemicals: Never Mouth Pipette!
Package Contents
• Omega Pipettor
• Uni versal Power Supp ly
• Wall Mount
• Name Labels to Personalize Pipettor
• Warranty Registration Card
• Instruction Manual
• Argos Utility Knife
Materials and Spec if ic ati on
Battery: 6.5V Lithium Ion
Battery Charging Time: 2 Hours
Battery Life:
Weight:
Filters: Standard: 0.45µm PTFE
Hand Case: proprietary UV-resistant Resin
Nosepiece: ABS
Pipette Holder: Silicone
Barrier: 0.8 / 0.45µm Hydrophobic/Hydrophilic
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Omega 1 Year Warranty
Argos Omega Pipettor is warranted to be free of defects in materials and workmanship for
a period of 12 months from the date of purchase, providing that:
• The unit has not been opened or attempted to be opened by the end user
• The user ensures that it has been carefully cleaned and decontaminate d
• The unit has been oper ated accor ding to the instructio ns and not in any impro per
way.
In order to qualify for warranty repair; the customer must return the warranty card
supplied with the unit that includes all of the information required to validate proof of
purchase. Should warranty serv ice be required, repair or replacement will be provi ded by
Argos without char ge. Freight shipping the unit to Ar gos will be the responsibility of the
purchaser. There are no other warranties or guarantees, implied or otherw ise expressed
including any warranties of applicatio n or mer c hantability.
Repair Service
Should your Omega Pipettor require service or repair, please contact Argos Technologies
customer service. They will issue a Re turn Authoriza tion Number and advis e on the proper
packaging and method of shipment.
Customer Service: in US: 800-886-8675 outside US: 847-622-0456
Argos Technologies, Inc.
1551 South Scottsdale Court
Suite 200
Elgin, IL 60123
Attn: Technical Service
Be sure to list your RA number on the shipping label.
Please use the same numbers listed above, should you re quire any technic al assistance or
support.
Preparation for Use
Prior to operating your Omega Pipettor , you need to charge the battery by plugging the
power supply into a standard ele ctrical source and the power jack into the socket in the
base of the pipettor handle. You will need to charge the battery for 2 hours for a full
charge. You cannot overcharge the battery.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
Getting Started
Power Supply Socket
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The Omega Pipettor is equip ped with an LED d isplay that is ac tivated d uring use. When al l
five lights are lit, the pipettor is fully c harged. As the battery beg ins to lose its charge, the
illuminated lights are reduced by one for every 20% loss of battery life. W he n o nly one bar
remains illuminated, rep resenting 20% battery power, the pipettor should be recharged.
You can recharge the battery at any time without damage.
Our unique Lithium ION battery is guaranteed for three years without being replaced,
unlike Nickel Cadmium or Nickel Metal Hydrid e batte ries typically provided.
Operating the Pipettor
- Place the Pipette firmly into the nosepie ce to ens ure a secure fit.
- Using the continuously adjus ting thumb wheel, you can control the speed of the
aspiration or dispensing of your sample (dial turned left = slower, dial turned
right = faster). This allow s the ope r a tor to adjus t the s peed d epe nding on the size
of the pipette and the viscosity of the sample.
- To aspirate, press the top button. The intensity of finger pressure o n the button
regulates the actual working speed.
- To dispense, depress the bo ttom button to achieve the reverse effect. By using
variable pressure on the aspirating and dispensing buttons, yo u can easily control
the meniscus in the pipette.
Operating Conditions
Operating Temperature: +10 - +40°C
Relative Humidity: 10 – 90% (no condensation)
Altitude: 0 – 2,500 m
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Before cleaning disconnect Pipettor from the power supply. Never clean the
power supply or immerse the Pipe ttor in w ater .
- Never use with highly flammable or corrosive liquids
- Ensure the current of y our electrical source matches the volta ge of the charger
unit. Only use the adapter supplied with the unit.
- When changing the filter, wear protective gloves to prevent accidental
contamination.
Do not open the Pipetto r ho using as it will vo id warranty
Replacement of Filter:
Turn the nosepiece counter clockw ise until the nosepiece is separated from the pipettor.
Remove the filter from the s ilicon pipette holder and the filter tube. Dispos e of the filter
and replace with a fresh one.
The filter should be replaced every three months or when the filter is contaminated by
liquid or the suction c apacity is slow ed. Note: Only us e Omega replacement filt ers to
guarantee a proper seal.
Silicone Pipette Holder
*Never operate the Omega Pipettor without a filter.
Maintenance, Care and Safety Precautions
WARNING!!
Safety Precautions
Maintenance
Filter Tube
Filter
Nosepiece
.
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P1020
Silicone Pipette Holder
P3010
Battery Charger
The Omega Pipettor can be cleaned with mos t common laboratory disinfectants, including
isopropanol. Never use aggressive organic solvents.
The nosepiece can be autoclave d at 121°C, with th e except ion of the filt er. Follow the
procedure under “Replacing the Filter ” to remove the fil te r prior to sterilization.
Cleaning and Care
Trouble Shooting
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
Slow Aspiration Filter Blocked Replace Filter
Slow Aspiration Battery Low Recharge Battery
Pipette Drips Pipette not secure in holder Re-insert Pipette into Pipettor
Pipette Drips Pipettor Mount Damaged or Worn Replace Pipettor Mount
Note that there are no user serviceable parts inside of the unit.
Replacement Parts Ordering Information
Omega™ Pipettor
Part No. Description
P5000 Omega Pipettor, Grey
P5015 Omega Pipettor, Green
P5016 Omega Pipettor, Red
P5017 Omega Pipettor, Blue
P5018 Omega Pipettor, Clear
P5019 Omega Pipettor, Purple
153 015 Sterile Filter s ( 0. 4 5µ m ) 10 / PK
153 014 Non Sterile Filters (0.45µm) 10/PK
153 017 Barrier Filters (0.45 / 0.8µm) 10/PK
P3225 Pipettor Mount
P5025 Nosepiece – Red
P5070 Nosepiece – Grey
P1005 Pipettor Wall Mount
P5022 Personalized Name Card
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N:
Not recommended
CR:
Chloroprene (Neoprene)
Butanol R R R R O R
Sodum hydroxide
R L O R L
O
R: Recommended PA: Polyamide
O: Test advised POM: Polymethlenoxid
L: Limited resistance NBR: Nitril – rubber
MQ / MVQ: Silicon - caoutchouc
FPM: Fluor – caoutchouc (Viton)
Acids PA POM NBR CR MQ / MVQ FPM
Hydrochloric acid 10% L L O R L R
Hydrochloric acid conc. N N L L L O
Nitric acid 10% L L N O N O
Nitric acid concentrated N N N L N O
Alcohols PA POM NBR CR MQ / MVQ FPM
Ethanol O R O R O O
Methanol O R O O R L
Amines PA POM NBR CR MQ / MVQ FPM
Aniline O O L L O R
Dimethylformamide R R L O R L
Bases PA POM NBR CR MQ / MVQ FPM
Ammonium hydroxide
25%
Hydrocarbons PA POM NBR CR MQ / MV Q FPM
Hexane R R R L O L
Tuloene R R N N N R
Xylene R R N N N R
Dioxane R O N N N L
Dimethysulfoxide
DMSO
Halogenated
Hydrocarbons
Carbon tetrachloride R R L N N R
Chloroform O L N N L O
Methylene chloride O O N N N L
Ketones PA POM NBR CR MQ / MV Q FPM
Acetone R O N O L N
Methyl ethyl ketone
(butanone)
Chemical Compatibility Guide:
R L O R O L
N N N N N N
PA POM NBR CR MQ / MV Q FPM
R R N N N N
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