PIPETBOY pro - Operating instructions V11 Introduction
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1 Introduction
1.1 Intended use
PIPETBOY pro is a pipette controller designed for aspirating and dispensing aqueous
solutions with plastic or glass pipettes of 1 to 100 ml volumes. It is intended for
measurement, control and laboratory use. Any use of this instrument in a medical or IVD
setting is the sole responsibility of the user.
1.2 Safety notes
1) Do not use or charge PIPETBOY pro in an atmosphere with danger of explosion. Also,
do not pipette highly flammable liquids such as acetone or ether.
2) When handling dangerous substances, comply with the material safety data sheet
(MSDS) and with all safety guidelines such as the use of protective clothing and safety
goggles. Never point a pipette in anyone’s direction.
3) Avoid pipetting of liquids whose vapours could attack the materials PA (polyamide),
POM (polyoxymethylene), FPM (fluor-rubber), NBR (nitrile-rubber), CR (chloroprene),
silicone. Corrosive vapours could also damage metallic parts inside the device.
4) Use an original INTEGRA Biosciences mains adapter only and protect it from
moisture, otherwise PIPETBOY pro might be damaged.
5) Prolonged exposure of PIPETBOY pro to UV-light can cause discolouration and/or
yellowing of the plastic housing. However, this will not affect the performance of the
device in any way.
6) Old NiMH batteries may cause a safety risk. We recommend to replace the batteries
after 5 years of use. Also replace the batteries if the charging intervals are unusually
short or if the charging takes much longer than usual (11 hours or more). These are
indicators that the batteries have reached the end of its life-cycle.
7) NiMH technology bears the risk of cell rupture if the battery was damaged. Do not
expose the battery to heat (> 60°C) and avoid mechanical stress.
8) To extend the battery life-cycle, it is recommended to charge the batteries once a
month if the PIPETBOY pro is not used regularly. If the PIPETBOY pro is not used for
more than 3 months, remove the batteries from the instrument.
Regardless of the listed safety notes, additionally applicable regulations and guidelines of
trade associations, health authorities, trade supervisory offices, etc. must be observed.
Please visit our website www.integra-biosciences.com on a regular basis for up to date
information regarding REACH classified chemicals contained in our products.
