Operation - Advanced Use

If you want to change the configured volume, press Chge (until you reach the correct value); when the volumes are the same press ENTER, press the ESC key to return to the Configuration Screen, or press Next, after which you see the Air Gap Volume Screen.

Key in the ‘Air gap volume’, press ENTER to confirm then press the ESC key to return to the Configuration Screen.

Air gaps may be used to separate liquids in the transfer tubing; the default value for ‘Air gap volume’ is 10 µl, which gives a column of air 6 mm long in the standard transfer-tubing (2 mL).

Syringe(s)

Syringe Screen

Check that the configured volumes for the syringes are the same as the sizes to be fitted. Press the Syr soft-key.

The use of the soft-keys is as follows: Next is used to go to the next screen, Prev is used to go to the previous screen,

Corr is used to supply a correction factor for the syringe travel,

Chge is used to select the size(s) of syringe(s), Exch is used to lower the piston rods (see page 4-7).

•Change Size

If the volumes are the same press ENTER to confirm. Or, to change a syringe size, press the Chge soft-key until you reach the corresponding volume, then press ENTER to confirm. Press the ESC key to return to the Configuration Screen.

When you have two syringes, press Next; check that the configured volume for the right syringe is the same as the size fitted; if the volumes are the same press ENTER to confirm. Or, to change a syringe size, press the Chge soft-key until you reach the corresponding volume, then press ENTER to confirm. Press the ESC key to return to the Configuration Screen.

Whenever you change the configured volume, the software reminds you to ‘Exchange Syringes’ before allowing you to quit the configuration screen. [You use Exch to lower the piston rods.]

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Software

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Gilson 402 manual Change Size
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402 specifications

The Gilson 402 is a highly regarded laboratory device known for its precision and reliability in liquid handling applications. Primarily utilized in research and clinical labs, this automated pipetting system significantly enhances productivity by reducing the time taken for repetitive tasks while ensuring maximum accuracy.

One of the standout features of the Gilson 402 is its intuitive user interface. The touchscreen display allows operators to easily navigate through various functions and settings, enabling quick setup and adjustments. Its intuitive design minimizes the learning curve for new users, making it accessible even for those with limited technical expertise.

The Gilson 402 employs advanced pipetting technologies, which provide exceptional reproducibility and reliability. The system is equipped with proprietary Pipette G (as used in Gilson's PIPETMAN series), which ensures precise volume delivery. This is crucial in applications such as molecular biology, where even minor discrepancies in liquid volumes can lead to significant variations in experimental outcomes.

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The automation capabilities extend to a customizable programming feature that permits users to create complex pipetting protocols with ease. Multiple-step pipetting tasks can be completed effortlessly, reducing the likelihood of errors caused by manual handling.

Equipped with high-precision motors and sensors, the Gilson 402 also features built-in calibration and quality control functions. This guarantees that the system remains accurate over time and can easily be adjusted to maintain compliance with stringent laboratory standards.

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