Moduline systems A Operation Manual

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Model A Dispenser

Operation Manual

Moduline Systems\Manuals\Model A Ver 2/20/13

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Table of Contents

Contents Page

Introduction 1
Initial Setup – Installing & Adjusting Syringe 1

Final Setup for Use as a Handheld Dispenser 1

Final Setup for Use as an Automated Dispenser 2
Using the System 2

Clean Up 2

Figures

(1) Model A Dispenser – Front View with Syringe Installed 4

a. Detail of Syringe Adjustment Mechanism &

Placement of Actuator Fork
b. Detail View of 2 mL Syringe
c. Detail View of 5 mL Syringe

(2) Model A Dispenser – Back Panel 5

(3) Model A Hand Control with Dispense Manifold & Needle 6

(4) Suggested Hand Position on Hand Control 6

Specifications 7

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Introduction

The Moduline Systems Model A Dispenser is an analog syringe pump designed for

precision hand and automated microplate dispensing.

The Model A will be shipped in 1 – 2 boxes depending on what accessories are ordered
with it. Open boxes carefully and retain all materials in the event of a component return or
subsequent shipment to an alternate location.

Initial Setup – Installing and Adjusting Syringe Volume
Safety Note: Always turn the power off when installing, removing, or adjusting the syringe to

prevent accidental actuation and possible harm to finger or syringe.

1. Install the syringe assembly to the front panel by first guiding the metal plunger shaft into the

slot of the actuator fork (NOTE: adjustment stop must be on the top side of actuator fork as
shown in figure 1a) and then pressing the syringe main body fully into the black syringe
holder receptacle. It is important that the syringe be grasped by the main body when being
installed or removed. Failure to do so will put excess stress on the plastic extremities and
lead to premature part failure.

2. Determine the required syringe volume setting. For single needle dispensing the volume

setting is simply the desired volume. When a manifold is to be used the volume setting is the
total of all of the well volumes being filled. Example:

Desired 100 µL per well

8 port manifold used
8 x 100 µL = 800 µL
Figure 1b shows a 2 mL syringe set at 800 µL

3. Loosen the adjustment locking screw.

4. Raise the plunger shaft upward until the plunger reference line is aligned with the desired

volume on the syringe scale – See Figures 1b & 1c.

5. With the adjustment stop resting on top of the actuator fork, firmly re-tighten the adjustment

locking screw.

6. Install the AC Power cord into the dispenser’s rear panel mounted receptacle – See Figure

2. The internal power system is automatically compatible within the voltages range of 90 –
264 VAC @ 47 to 63 Hz.

Final Setup for Use as a Handheld Dispenser

1. Insert the dispenser control plug of the hand held dispense controller into the dispense
control receptacle – See Figure 2.

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