Cleaning · UV sterilization · Autoclaving
Occasionally wipe the housing with a damp cloth.
When properly used, the instrument is maintenance-free.
The unit can withstand the usual output of a UV sterilization lamp. The
effects of the UV may cause some color change.
Membrane filter, adapter and adapter support are autoclavable at
121 °C (250 °F), 2 bar absolute (30 psi) with a holding time of at least
15 minutes according to DIN EN 285.
Before autoclaving, the parts must be cleaned carefully (s. page 41, 42).
Replacing the filter and cleaning the adapter
Only necessary if a pipette has been overfilled or the suction capacity is
impaired.
Warning!
Wear protective gloves and eye protection.
Avoid the risk of contamination!
1.
Pull out the pipette.
2.
Unscrew the adapter support.
3.
Pull out the membrane filter.
4.
Remove the adapter from the adapter
support by pushing it upwards.
The check valve remains in the adapter!
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