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Sutter Instrument P-1000 User Manual

Sutter Instrument P-1000
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P-1000
Flaming/Brown™ Micropipette
Puller System
Operation Manual
Rev. 3.02 ( 20161118)
One Digital Drive
Novato, CA 94949
Voice: 415-883-0128 Web: www.sutter.com
Fax: 415-883-0572 Email: info@sutter.com

Table of Contents

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Sutter Instrument P-1000 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeMicropipette Puller
Temperature ControlDigital
Velocity SensingYes
Number of ProgramsUp to 10
Weight5 kg
Pipette TypeGlass
Accuracy± 1%
Precision± 0.5%
AutoclavableYes
ApplicationsElectrophysiology, Microinjection
Power Supply110-240V, 50/60Hz

Summary

DISCLAIMER

SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

Essential safety guidelines for operating the P-1000 micropipette puller.

Electrical

Safety guidelines for electrical operation of the P-1000.

Avoiding Electrical Shock and Fire-related Injury

Precautions to prevent electrical shock and fire hazards.

Back Injury Prevention

Recommendations to prevent back injury when moving the instrument.

Operational

Safety precautions during instrument operation.

Handling Micropipettes

Safety guidelines for handling produced micropipettes.

1. GENERAL INFORMATION

1.1 Introduction

Overview of the P-1000 Micropipette Puller and its capabilities.

1.2 Glass Capillary & Heating Filament Specifications

Specifications for glass tubing and heating filaments.

1.2.1 Glass Capillary

Specifications for glass tubing compatible with the P-1000.

1.2.2 Heating Filament

Information on selecting appropriate heating filaments.

1.3 Technical Support

Contact information and support services provided by Sutter Instrument.

1.4 System Description – Front Panel

Description of the P-1000's front panel components and interface.

1.5 System Description – Mechanical (Puller Anatomy)

Detailed mechanical description and terminology of the P-1000.

1.5.1 Some Basic Information

Basic mechanical description and terminology of the P-1000.

1.5.2 Air Cooling System

Components and function of the air cooling system.

1.5.3 Heating Assembly

Components of the heating assembly.

1.5.4 Upper Pulley Assembly

Guides cables from solenoid to puller bars.

1.5.5 Cabinet

Description of the instrument's cabinet and baseplate.

1.5.6 Electronics

Description of the microprocessor control and power supplies.

2. TOUCHSCREEN USER INTERFACE GUIDE

2.1 Startup Screen

Initial screen displayed upon powering up, includes system check.

2.2 Home Screen

Main screen for program selection and navigation.

2.2.1 Opening a Program

Procedure for selecting and opening a program.

2.2.2 Calibration of Touch Screen

Steps to recalibrate the touchscreen display.

2.3 Pulling a Pipette

Steps and procedures for pulling a pipette.

2.3.1 Pull Report

Summary of the pull results displayed after a pull.

2.3.2 View Pull Results

Accessing detailed results of recent pulls.

2.3.3 Ramp Test

Procedure for establishing optimal heat settings.

2.4 Menu Screen

Accessing various system options and program settings.

2.4.1 Set Time & Date

Setting the system clock for program timestamping.

2.4.2 Lock Program

Protecting a program from editing or deletion.

2.4.3 Preheat Jaws 70°C (Thermolock™)

Enabling Thermolock mode for consistent pulling conditions.

2.4.4 Air before Pull

Duration of dry air purge before pulling.

2.4.5 Air after Pull

Duration of dry air purge after pulling.

2.5 Program List

Displaying and managing stored programs.

2.5.1 Sutter Pipette Cookbook Feature

Searching and installing pre-designed programs.

2.6 Editing a Program

Modifying existing programs and creating new ones.

2.6.1 Installing a Program

Procedures for installing new or existing programs.

2.6.2 Patch Pipettes

Specific program types for patch pipette fabrication.

2.6.3 Microinjection Pipettes and High Resistant Electrodes (30-300 Megohm)

Programs for microinjection and high resistance electrodes.

2.6.4 Lock/Unlock Program

Managing program lock status.

2.6.5 Safe Heat Mode

Preventing filament damage by monitoring heat settings.

2.6.6 Time & Delay Modes of Cooling

Explanation of cooling modes for pipette pulling.

2.6.7 Jaw Temperature

Monitoring and managing jaw temperature for stability.

2.6.8 Edit User Notes

Adding or editing notes for programs.

2.7 Error Messages during Pull

Common error messages and their solutions.

3. INSTALLATION

3.1 Unpacking

Contents of the P-1000 shipping box and unpacking instructions.

3.2 Setting Up

Steps for setting up the P-1000.

3.2.1 Line Power (Mains)

Connecting the P-1000 to the power source.

4. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

4.1 First Time Use

Initial setup and operation guide for new users.

4.1.1 Quick Start Instructions

Essential steps for immediate operation of the P-1000.

4.1.2 Default Configuration

Standard factory settings for the P-1000.

4.2 Programs

Information on creating, managing, and using programs.

4.2.1 Program Structure

How programs are organized into lines and cycles.

4.2.2 Program Line Pull Cycle Parameters

Detailed explanation of HEAT, PULL, VELOCITY, TIME, DELAY, PRESSURE.

4.2.3 Pull Cycle

Step-by-step description of a typical pull cycle.

4.2.4 Start Up

System testing and screen display upon startup.

4.2.5 Editing a Program

How to modify existing programs.

4.2.5.1 Editing Tips

Tips for editing program parameters effectively.

4.2.5.2 Edit User Notes

Adding or editing notes for programs.

4.3 Menu Screen

Overview of the main menu options.

4.3.1 General

General navigation of the menu screen.

4.4 System Options

Accessing system-wide settings.

4.5 Program Options

Accessing program-specific settings.

4.6 Ramp Test

Procedure for establishing optimal heat settings.

4.6.1 Heat Value Recommendations

Recommended starting and maximum HEAT values.

4.7 Pulling Pipettes

Step-by-step guide to pulling pipettes.

4.7.1 Procedures

Detailed steps for pulling a pipette.

4.8 Parameter Adjustment

Overview of parameter adjustments for different pipette types.

4.8.1 General Information

General information on parameter adjustments.

4.8.2 Micropipette/Microinjection Needle Fabrication

Parameter adjustments for micropipette fabrication.

4.8.2.1 HEAT

Effect of HEAT on pipette length and tip size.

4.8.2.2 PULL Strength

Effect of PULL strength on tip diameter and taper.

4.8.2.3 VELOCITY (Trip Point)

Determining the point where heat turns off.

4.8.2.4 TIME Mode (Cooling)

Cooling mode using TIME parameter.

4.8.2.5 Delay Mode (Cooling)

Cooling mode using DELAY parameter.

4.8.2.6 PRESSURE Adjustment

Adjusting cooling air pressure.

4.8.2.7 Filament Width

Impact of filament width on tip length.

4.8.3 Patch Pipette Fabrication

Parameter adjustments for patch pipette fabrication.

4.8.3.1 HEAT

HEAT settings for patch pipette fabrication.

4.8.3.2 PULL Strength

PULL strength for patch pipettes.

4.8.3.3 VELOCITY (Trip Point)

VELOCITY for patch pipette tip formation.

4.8.3.4 Cooling

Cooling parameters for patch pipettes.

4.8.3.5 PRESSURE

PRESSURE settings for patch pipettes.

4.8.4 Thermolock™ Pre-Heat Mode

Using Thermolock for stable pulling.

4.8.5 Step-by-Step Patch Pipette Programming

Guide to programming patch pipettes.

4.9 Technical Tips for Pulling Micropipettes

Tips for optimizing micropipette pulling.

4.9.1 Regulating the Time it takes to pull a Sharp Pipette

Adjusting pull time for sharp pipettes.

5. MAINTENANCE

5.1 Cleaning

Routine cleaning procedures for the P-1000.

5.2 Heating Filament Replacement

Step-by-step guide to replacing the heating filament.

5.2.1 Filament Replacement (Step by Step)

Detailed instructions for filament replacement.

5.2.2 Air Jet Position

Correct positioning of the air jet relative to the filament.

5.2.3 Positioning the Filament in Relation to the Glass Capillary

Aligning the filament with the glass capillary.

5.3 Pulley Adjustment

How to adjust pulley tension for reproducibility.

5.4 Regeneration of Drierite Granules

Process for regenerating Drierite desiccant.

5.4.1 Removing the Canister

Steps to remove the Drierite canister.

5.4.2 Replacing the Granules

Procedure for replacing Drierite granules.

5.4.3 Reinstalling the Canister

Steps to reinstall the Drierite canister.

6. TROUBLESHOOTING

6.1 Controlling Pipette Tip Shapes

Addressing issues with pipette tip formation.

6.1.1 Problem: What type of glass should be used?

Guidance on selecting appropriate glass types.

6.1.3 Problem: How can tips be made even smaller?

Methods for achieving smaller pipette tips.

6.1.9 Problem: The shape and resistance of the pipette changes from pull to pull.

Troubleshooting inconsistent pipette shape and resistance.

6.2 System Operation/Function Problems

Troubleshooting general system and function issues.

6.2.1 Startup Problems

Solutions for problems occurring during startup.

6.2.2 General Operational Problems

Common operational issues and their causes.

6.2.3 On-Screen Emergency Reset Messages

Interpreting emergency reset messages.

6.2.4 On-Screen Error Messages (Edit/Pull Screen)

Error messages during edit or pull operations.

6.3 Diagnostics

Using built-in diagnostics for testing hardware subsystems.

6.3.1 Air Pressure System

Diagnostic tests for the air pressure system.

6.3.2 Heat Diagnostics

Diagnostic tests for the heating system.

6.3.3 Pull Diagnostics

Diagnostic tests for the pull mechanism.

6.3.4 Velocity Diagnostics

Diagnostic tests for the velocity sensor.

6.4 Touchscreen Calibration

Procedure for calibrating the touchscreen.

6.5 Technical Support

Contact information for technical assistance.

APPENDIX A. LIMITED WARRANTY

APPENDIX B. ACCESSORIES

APPENDIX C. FUSE REPLACEMENT

APPENDIX D. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

APPENDIX E. DRIERITE MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

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