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MACROMAN
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION | 4
Parts Ch ecklist | 4
GLP Featu res | 4
Descrip tion | 5
Compon ent Descr iption | 6
Technical In formation | 6
OPERATION | 7
Operati ng Conditi ons | 7
Charging MACROMAN | 7
Using MACR OMAN | 8
MAINTENANCE & CLEANING | 10
Safety a nd User Pre cautions | 1 0
Replaci ng the Battery | 10
Replaci ng the Filter | 1 1
Cleaning | 11
TROUBLESHOOTING | 12
Troubleshooting Table | 12
Return for R epair | 13
ACCESSORIES & SPARE PARTS | 13
Accessories | 13
Spare Par ts | 13
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY | 14
WARRANTY | 14
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GLP Features
The serial number is engraved on the side, at the bottom of the handle
of MACROMAN. It provides unique identification and traceability of your
MACROMAN and the date of manufacture. Example: NH10013.
The bar code on the box provides traceability of your MACROMAN.
Chapter 1
INTRODUCTION
MACROMAN
TM
— designed for pipetting and dispensing of liquid — is a
portable, lightweight, and ergonomic unit for use with plastic or glass
pipettes from 1 to 100 mL. Its balanced design and contoured buttons help
prevent hand fatigue even after hours of use. In addition, the speed and
battery displays make pipetting easy.
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
MACROMAN F110120
Please make sure to read the safety and operating instructions 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.
Parts Checklist
After unpacking MACROMAN, verify that the following items were
included and are undamaged:
● MACROMAN pipette controller, mounted with 0.45 µm hydrophobic
PTFE filter
● User’s G uid e
● Universal power supply (with 4 adaptors)
● Charging desk stand
● Wall-mount assembly
● Extra filter, sterile, 0. 22 µm, hydrophobic PTFE
INTRODUCTION
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Wall mount
Desk stand
Power supply
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MACROMANTM accessories
INTRODUCTION
Pipette controller
Side stand
Filter
Pipette adaptor
Nosepiece
Aspirate trigger
Dispense trigger
LCD
Thumbwheel
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MACROMANTM side and u pper views
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Description
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INTRODUCTION
Component Description
COMPONENT MATERIAL / PROPERTIES
Housing UV-resistant resin
Nosepiece UV-resistant resin
Thumbwheel UV-resistant resin
Side stand UV-resistant resin
Pipette Adaptor Silicone
Filter
PTFE, st andard or s terile, hydro phobic m embrane f ilter,
0.22 µ m or 0.45 µ m
Wall mount and Desk Stand ABS (Acrylonitrile butadiene styrene)
Technical Information
Technical Data
Flow rate
<3 seconds with 0.45 µ m filter for 2 5 mL
<6 seconds with 0.45 µ m filter for 5 0 mL
Dimensions 3.81 x 1 4.98 x 1 4.98 cm (1.5 ”W x 5.9 ”D x 5. 9”H)
Weigh t
MACROMAN: 205g
Power supply
Input volt age: 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 0. 3A
Output vol tage: 5 VDC , 500 mA C enter positive DC connec tor
Unit: Input voltage 5 VDC, 5 00 mA Cente r positive DC co nnector
Batter y Lithiu m recharg eable bat tery 3.7 V/ 280 0 mAh
Battery charging time ≈ 6 hours
Batter y dischar ge time > 10 hour s
Equipment Disposal
This equipment must not be disposed of with unsorted municipal
waste. Instead, it is your responsibility to correctly dispose of
your waste equipment by handing it over to an authorized facility
for separate collection and recycling (do not dispose the device in a fire;
do not modify the Lithium-Ion battery in any way; discharge the battery
before disposal; dispose of the MACROMAN and the battery separately in
accordance with the laws and regulations in your area governing disposal
of devices containing Lithium-Ion batteries). It is also your responsibility to
decontaminate the equipment in case of biological, chemical,
and/or radiological contamination so as to protect from health hazards the
persons involved in the disposal and recycling of equipment.
For more information about where you can drop o your waste equipment
for recycling, please contact your local dealer from whom you originally
purchased the product or your local council. By doing so, you will help
conserve natural resources and you will ensure that your waste equipment
is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
Thank you.
OPERATION
WARNING
Ensure that you are using an original Gilson main power supply
(100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz) — part number F107203.
The power supply must not to be used for any other electrical equipment
except MACROMAN.
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OPERATION
Operating Conditions
SPECIFICATION CONDITION
Operating temperature +10°C to +40 °C
Relative humidity 10% to 90 % (no condens ation)
Power supply Fluctuatio ns not to exceed 1 0%
Charging MACROMAN
1. Before using MACROMAN for the first time, insert
the proper adaptor attachment into the power
supply (Figure 3). Turn the plug clockwise to lock.
2. Release by pushing down the button and turn
counter-clockwise to release the plug.
3. Plug the power supply into a standard
electrical source.
4. Gently insert the power jack into the
power supply charging socket located in
the base of MACROMAN (Figure 4).
5. When MACROMAN is properly connected,
the battery icon will indicate the charging
status.
6. The battery display shows between 1 to
6 bars in sequence from empty to full.
Allow the battery to charge for more
than 6 hours before using MACROMAN
for the first time. Once MACROMAN is
completely charged, the battery icon
shows as full (solid bars). You can also
use MACROMAN during the charging
process.
Using excessive force may
damage MACROMAN.
The battery icon will flash when battery is at less than 10% charged.
The battery is charged at:
• 15% after 1 hour
• 30% after 2 hours
• 61% after 4 hours
• 100% after more than 6 hours
Figure 3
Insert the adaptor you need
into the power s upply
Figure 4
Plugging the power supply into
MACROMAN
TM
Figure 5
Batter y icon
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Charging MACROMAN with the Desk Stand
To charge the MACROMAN, plug the desk stand into
an electrical outlet and then place MACROMAN into
the stand.
Observe the following:
● When MACROMAN is properly seated, the
battery icon will indicate the charging status.
● The battery display shows between 1 to 6 bars
in sequence from empty to full. Allow the battery
to charge fully during 6 hours before using your
MACROMAN for the first time.
● When MACROMAN is completely charged, the
battery icon shows as full (solid bars).
(Figure 5)
Using MACROMAN
Inserting the Pipette
MACROMAN accommodates pipette capacities
from 1 mL to 100 mL.
Pipettes > 2 mL: MACROMAN comes assembled
with the adaptor set to accept larger pipettes.
Pipettes ≤ 2 mL:
1. Loosen then remove the nosepiece.
2. Remove the pipette adaptor and then flip it so
the small hole faces down towards the pipette.
3. Reattach the nosepiece.
4. Once the adaptor is set for your desired pipette size, carefully insert
the pipette into the nosepiece, providing a secure fit.
Setting the Flow Rate
● Adjust the maximum speed by
turning the thumbwheel until
desired speed on display is
reached.
● When pressing either trigger,
the speedometer reflects the
speed up to the set thumbwheel
position.
OPERATION
When you flip the pipette adaptor, it is
normal for it to be loose. Airtightness is
maintained.
Figure 8
Rotate the pi pette adaptor
to accommodate different
types of pipettes
Left position
Low
Right position
High
Figure 9
Adjust sp eed with the th umbwhee l to set the
flow rate
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MACROMANTM on its desk
stand
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Bottom view of the desk
stand
OPERATION
For Drip Mode
Set thumbwheel all the way to the left: speedometer
disappears and drip icon flashes three times.
The pressure sensitive dispense trigger allows you
to control the flow speed.
Filling and Dispensing
Aspirating liquid
1. Immerse the pipette into the liquid.
2. Press the Aspirate (upper) trigger until the pipette is filled just above the
desired mark.
3. Press the Dispense (low) trigger slowly until the meniscus is exactly level
with the desired mark.
Dispensing liquid
During blow-out, liquid is dispensed with the aid of the pump.
1. Place the pipette against the wall of the vessel.
2. Press the Dispense (low) trigger completely.
For drip mode
● Aspirate is on low motor speed.
● Press the Dispense (low) trigger to release the liquid drop by drop.
Liquid dispensing takes place
only using atmospheric pressure.
Using the Side Stand
● Use the side stand to safely
place the MACROMAN and its
pipette on a lab bench.
● Turn the stand to the left or to
the right to avoid the pipette
touching the lab bench.
Sleep Mode
MACROMAN goes into sleep mode after five minutes.
Press any button to reactivate the
device.
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Flow rate for dr ip mode
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MACROMANTM laying on it s side stan d
Do not use the maximum speed with low volume
pipettes (≤ 2 mL). At high speed, the liquid will
damage your pipette controller.
NOTICE
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Chapter 3
MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
Safety and User Precautions
● Before cleaning, disconnect MACROMAN from the power supply.
Never clean the power supply with water or immerse the unit in water
(refer to Cleaning on page 11).
● Never use with highly flammable or corrosive liquids.
● Ensure the power of your electrical source matches the voltage of the
power supply. Only use the adaptor supplied.
● When changing the filter, wear protective gloves to prevent accidental
contamination.
● Do not open the MACROMAN housing as it will void the warranty.
● Never operate MACROMAN without a filter.
Replacing the Battery
1. Disconnect the power supply from the unit.
2. Press down on top of battery cover
and slide down to remove from unit.
3. Gently pull the battery pack out of
the pipette controller until you can access
the cable connection mounted on the
PCB board.
4. Carefully remove the battery connector
from the PCB board.
5. Take the replacement battery and line
up front of connector . Carefully
reconnect the cable connection to the PCB board.
6. Insert new battery pack into MACROMAN with wires and position
between battery pack and housing wall.
7. Reattach battery cover.
8. Charge battery for 6 hours before use.
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MACROMANTM batter y
A
C
B
Do not force the connector. It only fits one way. There should be a
slight “click” when the cable connection is inserted properly.
A
C
B
It is imperative to dispose of a used battery promptly and in
accordance with local disposal regulations.
NOTICE
MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
MAINTENANCE & CLEANING
Replacing the Filter
1. Gently push nosepiece up and turn counter
clockwise until it is separated from the pipette
controller.
2. Remove the filter from the silicone pipette holder.
3. Dispose of the filter and replace with a new one.
The filter should be replaced every three months, when
contaminated by liquid, or when the suction capacity is
slowed.
Cleaning
● MACROMAN can be cleaned with most common laboratory
disinfectants including isopropanol.
● Never use aggressive organic solvents.
● The nosepiece and the pipette adaptor can be autoclaved at 121°C,
20 minutes, 1 bar relative pressure. The filter must be removed before
autoclaving the nosepiece (refer to Replacing the Filter, above). No
other part of MACROMAN is autoclavable.
For a proper seal, use only MACROMAN
replacement filters.
For a proper operation, never operate
MACROMAN pipette controller without a filter.
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MACROMANTM
filter
When changing the filter, wear protective gloves
to prevent accidental contamination.
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NOTICE
Do not disassemble the battery or dispose of it in fire.
NOTICE
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Always disconnect MACROMAN from the power
supply before cleaning.
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
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ACCESSORIES & SPARE PARTS
Return for Repair
If any problem persists, please return MACROMAN back to your local
Gilson representative.
Before re turning a ny instru ment to your l ocal Gilson representative ,
ensure t hat it is com pletely fr ee of chemi cal, bio logical , or radioactive
contamination (R efer to Cleaning, page 11). Returned instruments can
only be ch ecked and re paired if t hey have been c arefull y cleaned and
decontaminated by the customer.
Forced opening of the instrument invalidates any warranty claim. Enclose
with the returned instrument a description of the trouble that has
occurred and specify which reagents were used.
There are no user-serviceable parts inside of the unit.
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ACCESSORIES & SPARE PARTS
Accessories
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
Charging desk stand F107200
Wall-mount F107201
Magnetic wall-mount F107202
Filter, 0.2 2 µm, sta ndard (set of 10) F107204
Filters , 0.22 µ m, sterile (set of 10) F107205
Filter, 0.45 µ m, stand ard (set of 10) F107206
Filters , 0.45 µm, sterile (set of 10) F107207
Spare Parts
DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
Power supply F107203
Lithium-ion battery F107208
Nosepiece F107209
Adjustable Side Stand F107210
Pipette adaptor F107 211
TROUBLESHOOTING
Chapter 4
TROUBLESHOOTING
The following table may help you to identify and correct th e problem you might
encounter.
Troubleshooting Table
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE ACTION
The serological pipette
falls out (t he holdin g force
of the pipet te is too small ),
or tilts to the s ide too
much.
The pipet te adaptor is d irty or
wet.
Take out the pipet te
adaptor, clean and dry.
The pipette adaptor is damaged. Replace it with a new o ne.
The pump i s working, b ut
MACROMAN does not
draw liquid or draws liquid
ver y slowly.
The filter is dirty.
Take out the pipet te
adaptor, take out the filter,
if it is dirt y, replace it with a
new one.
The pipette adaptor is damaged.
Replace p ipette ada ptor
with a new one .
The filter is blocked . Replace filter.
The batte ry is low. Recharge the battery.
Liquid leaks from the
pipette (the aspiration
and the dispense buttons
are not pres sed).
The serol ogical pi pette is
damage d or worn.
Check the serological
pipette fo r damage –
cracks , dents – if present,
replace th e pipette wit h a
new one.
The serol ogical pi pette is
inserted incorrectly.
Check whether the
serological pipette has
been cor rectly inserted in
the pipette adaptor.
The pipet te adaptor o r the filter
is installed incorrectly.
Check wether all parts
are present and correctly
installed.
The pipet te adaptor is
damaged.
Replace p ipette ada ptor
with a new one .
MACROMAN does not
charge.
MACROMAN is placed
incorrectly on the stand.
Check the fit of the
alignment of the
MACROMA N on the pins i n
the stand.
The power su pply is conn ected
incorre ctly in the de sk stand .
Remove then r einstall the
power supp ly in the desk
stand.
The power su pply is fit
incorrectly in MACROMAN.
Remove then reinstall
the power su pply in
MACROMAN.
CAUTION
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Chapter 7
WARRANTY
Gilson MACROMAN is warranted to be free of defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase,
providing:
● The unit has not been opened or attempted to be opened.
● The user ensures that it has been carefully cleaned and
decontaminated.
● The unit has been operated according to the instructions and not in
any improper way.
● Should warranty service be required, repair or replacement will be
provided by your local Gilson service center. Freight shipping the
unit to Gilson will be the responsibility of the purchaser. There are
no other warranties or guarantees, implied or otherwise expressed
including any warranties of application or merchantability.
WARRANTY
Chapter 6
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Gilson certifies on its sole responsibility that MACROMAN complies with
the requirements of the following European Directives:
2014/35/EU Low voltage equipment
2014/30/EU Electromagnetic compatibility
2011/65/EU Restriction of hazardous substances
2012/19/EU Waste electrical and electronic equipment
2006/66/EC Battery directive
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