Labnet BioPette E BE20-1 series, BioPette E BE200-1 series, BioPette E BE1000-1 series, BioPette E BE20-8 series, BioPette E BE200-8 series Operation Manual
BioPette E
Single and 8-channel Electronic Pipettes
Operation Manual
Version: 2.7
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Labnet InternationalLabnet International
PO Box 841PO Box 841
Woodbridge, NJ 07095Woodbridge, NJ 07095
USAUSA
Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity
Product Name: BioPette E Single/8-channel Electronic Pipettes Product Name: BioPette E Single/8-channel Electronic Pipettes
Model Names: BE20-1, BE200-1, BE1000-1, BE20-8, BE 200-8 Model Names: BE20-1, BE200-1, BE1000-1, BE20-8, BE 200-8
All models comply with the following European standards: All models comply with the following European standards:
EMC: EN 55011, Class A EMC: EN 55011, Class A
EN 60601-1-2 EN 60601-1-2
To the best of my knowledge and belief, these units conform to these
standards.
To the best of my knowledge and belief, these units conform to these
standards.
Name: Mike Revesz Name: Mike Revesz
Position: Director of Quality Control Position: Director of Quality Control
Issue Date: 2003/4/30 Issue Date: 2003/4/30
Copyright Notice: Copyright Notice:
N
o part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any
form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose,
without prior written permission of Labnet International, Inc.
N
o part of this manual may be reproduced or transmitted in any
form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose,
without prior written permission of Labnet International, Inc.
Table of Contents
1. Safety Precautions...................................................................................1
1.1. Operation Safety Precautions ..........................................................1
1.2. Battery Safety..................................................................................1
2. General Description................................................................................3
2.1. Features............................................................................................3
2.2. Ranges and Specifications...............................................................4
3. Getting S t arted ........................................................................................4
3.1. Unpacking........................................................................................4
3.2. Inserting the Battery ........................................................................5
3.3. Charging the Battery........................................................................6
3.4. Start Pipetting..................................................................................8
3.5. Hanger Installation ..........................................................................9
4. BioPette E Overview...............................................................................9
4.1. Keypad Function............................................................................13
4.2. Audible Signals .............................................................................13
5. Function Map ........................................................................................15
6. SYS (System) Mode...............................................................................16
6.1. Aspirating Speed............................................................................16
6.2. Dispensing Speed ..........................................................................17
6.3. Audible Signals .............................................................................17
6.4. Tip Ejector Alarm..........................................................................17
6.5. Blow-out........................................................................................18
6.6. Reverse Pipetting...........................................................................18
6.7. Setting PROG (Programs) .............................................................19
6. AUTO Mode 20
7. MD (Multiple Dispensing) Mode ......................................................... 20
8. MIX Mode 21
9. SE (Sequential Aspirating/Dispensing) Mode.....................................22
10.1. SA (Sequential Aspirating) Mode – Not available on BE1000-1
because the diameter of 1000ul tips does not allow the required air gap to be
maintained.
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10.2. SD (Sequential Dispensing ) M ode................................................24
10. Sterilization 26
11.1. Removal of the Lower Piston Assembly .......................................27
11.2. Reattach the lower piston assembly...............................................28
11. Maintenance 29
12. Troubleshooting.....................................................................................30
Appendix A: T echnical Specifications...........................................................32
Appendix B : Tip Ejector Height Adjustment..............................................32
Appendix C: Warranty...................................................................................33
1. Safety Precautions
Before using the BioPette E for the first time, please read this entire
operating manual carefully. To guarantee problem free, safe operation of the
BioPette E, it is essential to observe the following points:
1.1. Operation Safety Precautions
When using infectious, radioactive, toxic and other solutions which
may pose health risks, please observe appropriate safety precautions.
1. Do not use the BioPette E in a potentially explosive environment or
with potentially explosive chemicals.
2. When using organic solvents or corrosive chemicals, please check their
compatibility with the pipette tips and the BioPette E.
3. Repair should be carried out by Labnet authorized service personnel
only. Contact Labnet Internatio nal, Inc. for information on authorized
service options.
4. Use original spare parts and accessories only.
1.2. Battery Safety
The BioPette E operates on a small but powerful Lithium-ion battery.
Misuse or abuse of the Lithium-ion battery may cause damage or injury
through fire, electric shock, or chemical leakage. Please read and
understand all warnings before using the battery.
1. When storing the battery, do not allow it to come into contact with any
metallic surfaces.
2. Never use the BioPette E while using the DC-in jack to charge the
battery.
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3. Do not incinerate the Lithium battery or expose it to excessive heat.
4. Do not short-circuit, puncture, crush, disassemble, damage, force
over-discharge (reversal) or modify the battery.
5. Do not expose the battery to water or moisture.
6. Do not drop or subject the battery to strong impacts.
7. Only use the battery specified in this BioPette E manual.
8. Only use the specified, battery charging unit or DC-in jack to charge
the battery.
9. Do not use a leaking battery.
10. If charging is not completed within the specified time period, unplug
the charger and discontinue charging immediately.
11. The charger and battery temperature rises with extended periods of use.
Care should be taken to avoid burns.
12. Bu rns may result if the battery is removed immediately after extended
periods of use.
13. If fluid from the battery enters your eye, immediately rinse the eye with
plenty of fresh water and contact a doctor. If fluid from the battery
makes contact with your skin or clothing, wash the area thoroughly
with water.
2. General Description
Labnet's BioPette E is designed to replace the traditional manual pipette. It
features an accurate and efficient, as well as ergonomic and light-weight
design. Researchers can program this state-of-the-art product to conduct
different pipetting tasks. More accurate and comfortable pipetting can be
easily achieved without any concern of finger stress or injury.
2.1. Features
z High accuracy and precision
z Low forces
z Useful, practical operation protocols, such as Automatic
Pipetting(AUTO), Multiple Dispensing(MD), Mixing(MIX), and
Sequential Aspirating/Dispensing (SE), etc.
z 9 user-defined program sets
z 5 speeds for aspirating and dispensing
z Li-ion battery provides extended use on a single battery charge
z Ergonomic design
z Automatic calibration
z User-friendly graphic operation interface.
z Adjustable tip ejector.
z Automatically remembers the last-used pipetting protocol and settings
z Complies with CE, ISO-8655, GLP
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2.2. Ranges and Specifications
Product No. Channels
Volume
Range (µl)
Increment
(µl)
Accuracy
(Rel.±)
Precision
( Rel. CV
)
BE20-1-X 1 2 -20 0.1
7.0-1.0% 2.0-0.3%
BE200-1-X 1 10 -200 1 2.5-0.8% 1.0-0.15%
BE1000-1-X 1 100 -1,000 1 3.0-0.8% 0.6-0.15%
BE20-8-X 8 2-20 0.1 7.0-1.0% 2.0-0.3%
BE200-8-X 8 10-200 1 3.5-0.8% 1.0-0.15%
Note:
1. X: power plug, no designation=U.S. plug, EU=European plug,
UK=U.K. plug, AU=Australian plug
2. BioPette E Accuracy and Precision Specifications have been attained
using Labnet brand pipette tips. Labnet guarantees Accuracy and
Precision only if Labnet brand tips or other approved tips are used.
3. Getting Started
3.1. Unpacking
Open the BioPette E package and confirm that all items are included:
z Single/8-channel BioPette E unit z Operation manual
z Quality assurance card z AC-DC power adaptor
z BioPette E hanger and
accessories
z Pipette tips
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If there are any items missing, damaged, or not according to your order,
please contact your distributor or sales representatives for replacement
immediately.
Please charge the battery before first-time operation.
3.2. Inserting the Battery
Figure 1: Open the battery cover. Figure 2: Insert the battery.
Remove the battery cover by pressing the latch (see Figure 1). Insert the
battery (see Figure 2). Metallic contacts must be face down. Close the cover
of the battery compartment. Press the
RESET
button to power on and
calibrate the BioPette E.
Note: After a charged battery is inserted, the BioPette E will automatically
carry out a calibration routine.
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3.3. Charging the Bat tery
BioPette E’s Internal Charging Circuit
Optional Charger
There are two ways to charge the battery: (1) Use BioPette E’s internal
charging circuit, (2) Use the optional charger.
Insert the battery into the battery compartment. Insert the DC-in plug of the
power adaptor into the DC-in jack (see Figure 3). Connect the power plug
of the power adaptor with the external power source. Connecting the power
plug before inserting the battery will inactivate the charging process. The
indication bar inside battery symbol
will blink during the charging
process. When the battery is fully charged, the blinking will stop and the
BioPette E will beep once to remind the user.
Connect the DC-in plug of the AC-DC power adaptor to the charger.
Connect the power plug of the AC-DC power adaptor to the external power
source. The indication light will turn green. Insert the battery (see Figure 4).
Once the battery is correctly inserted and charging, the indicator light will
turn red. When the battery capacity is full, the indicator light will turn green
again.
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Figure 3: Using BioPette E’s internal
charging circuit to charge the battery
Figure 4: Using the optional
charger to charge the battery
Note:
1. For safety reasons, the BioPette E cannot be used during charging.
2. Please do not over-charge the battery for a long period of time.
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