Sutter Instrument MPC-385 Series - Other; Handling Micropipettes

MPC-385 SERIES OPERATION MANUAL – REV. 3.21K (20201120)
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Other
 Use this instrument only for microinjection purposes in conjunction with the
procedures and guidelines in this manual.
 Retain the original packaging for future transport of the instrument.
 Some applications, such as piezo-impact microinjection call for the use of mercury in
the micropipette tip. The use of any hazardous materials with any Sutter Instrument’s
instrument is not recommended and if undertaken is done so at the users’ own risk.
 When transporting the mechanical manipulator, be sure to install the shipping screws
supplied in their correct locations. Failure to do this may result in damage to the
motors.
 This instrument contains no user-serviceable components — do not open the
instrument casing. This instrument should be serviced and repaired only by Sutter
Instrument or an authorized Sutter Instrument servicing agent.
 Sutter Instrument reserves the right to change specifications without prior notice.
 This device is intended only for research purposes.
Handling Micropipettes
Failure to comply with any of the following precautions may result in injury to the users
of this device as well as those working in the general area near the device.
 The micropipettes used with this instrument are very sharp and relatively fragile.
Contact with the pulled micropipette tips, therefore, should be avoided to prevent
accidentally impaling yourself.
 Always dispose of micropipettes by placing them into a well-marked, spill-proof
“sharps” container.