Eppendorf Pipette Reference 2 - Manual (Page 19)

Maintenance
Eppendorf Reference ® 2
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6 Maintenance
• All single and multi-channel lower parts are wear parts. Clean them after contamination, use of
aggressive chemicals and/or heavy stress. If the lower parts are worn or damaged, replace these parts.
• Faulty dispensing results are sometimes due to lack of maintenance.
6.1 Cleaning
Remove external contamination on the Reference 2 as follows:
 Wet a cloth with a mild cleaning fluid and water and remove the contamination.
 To remove heavy contamination resulting from liquid penetration, disassemble the lower part of the
pipette and clean it with demineralized water.
Relubricate the piston sealing rings after contamination, use of aggressive chemicals and/or heavy stress.
Remove the old grease before relubricating.
Only use the grease specified in the ordering information (see the enclosed CD).
NOTICE! Aggressive substances may damage the Reference 2 and accessories.
 Check the chemical resistance before using organic solvents or aggressive chemicals.
 Please note the cleaning instructions.
 Your can find further information on chemical resistance on the included CD or on our
webpage www.eppendorf.com.
NOTICE! Damage to device from unsuitable cleaning fluids or sharp or pointed objects.
Unsuitable cleaning fluids can damage the device.
 Never use corrosive cleaning fluids, strong solvents or abrasive polishes.
 Check the compatibility with the materials used.
 Please note the information on chemical resistance (see CD).
 Do not clean the Reference 2 with acetone or organic solvents with a similar effect.
 Do not clean the Reference 2 with sharp objects.