Operation - Advanced Use

 

 

Value for use with

 

File Number

TASK/Parameter

Dual-syringe Model

Single-syringe Model

 

Method 92

Dispense

 

 

 

 

Sample Source

Reservoir (RESV)

Reservoir (RESV)

 

 

Fractions

Same

Same

 

 

Nb of Fractions

3

3

 

 

Common Volume

1000

1000

 

 

 

 

 

 

Method 93

Dispense

 

 

 

 

Sample Source

Probe

Probe

 

 

Fractions

Different

Different

 

 

Nb of Fractions

3

3

 

 

Fraction 1

50

500

 

 

Fraction 2

100

700

 

 

Fraction 3

200

500

 

 

Adjust Source

Reservoir (RESV)

Reservoir (RESV)

 

 

Final Volume

1000

1000

 

 

 

 

 

 

Method 94

Pipette

 

 

 

 

Fractions

Different

Different

 

 

Nb of Fractions

4

4

 

 

Fraction 1

50

300

 

 

Fraction 2

80

400

 

 

Fraction 3

100

500

 

 

Fraction 4

200

600

 

 

 

 

 

 

Running a Method (RUN)

The Run soft-key appears, after you have entered your Method. Press Run to start the Method currently shown on the screen. If you want to run a different program, you must key in its file number and press ENTER, before pressing Run. In either case a series of in run screens appears, starting with the in-run prompts (if any).

In-run Prompts

Values for any parameters defined as in-run prompts (using a question mark) must be confirmed, or changed, before the Method runs.

After pressing Run, the software prompts you for action: you must press ENTER to confirm the value shown on the screen, or to change it, key in a new value and then press ENTER.

When the Method runs you must follow the instruc- tions on the screen. You press the command button on the probe to aspirate and to dispense, when prompted to do so by the command light on the probe:

-a steady light means you are to aspirate or dispense liquid,

-a flashing light means you are to aspirate air via the probe.

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Gilson 402 manual Running a Method RUN

402 specifications

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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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