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Sutter Instrument P-97 User Manual

Sutter Instrument P-97
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P-97
Flaming/Brown™ Micropipette
Puller
Operation Manual
Rev. 2.43 - DOM ( 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-97 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandSutter Instrument
ModelP-97
CategoryLaboratory Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Warnings and Precautions

Electrical Safety Precautions

Guidance on proper voltage, surge protection, fuse replacement, and avoiding electrical hazards.

Physical Safety and Handling

Covers back injury prevention, operational environment, and safe handling of micropipettes.

General Information

P-97 New Features and Overview

Highlights advanced features like humidity control and vacuum display; introduces instrument capabilities.

Glass, Filaments, and Technical Support

Specifies glass compatibility, heating filament types, and provides contact for technical support.

System Descriptions: Front Panel and Mechanics

Details front panel controls (display, keypad) and mechanical components like air cooling.

Installation

Unpacking and Initial Setup

Lists contents of the P-97 shipping box and provides initial setup steps, including power connection.

Operating Instructions

First-Time Operation Guide

Step-by-step instructions for new users to safely operate the puller and avoid filament damage.

Understanding Programs and Parameters

Explains program structure, cycles, and the five key parameters: HEAT, PULL, VELOCITY, TIME, DELAY.

Software Control Functions

Guides on Ramp Test, air controls, program protection, and memory management.

Pipette Pulling Procedures

Detailed steps for pulling pipettes, including loading glass and executing factory programs.

Parameter Adjustment

Explains how to adjust HEAT, PULL, VELOCITY, TIME, DELAY, PRESSURE, and Filament Width.

Patch Pipette Fabrication

Details parameters specific to patch pipettes and provides step-by-step programming guidance.

Technical Tips for Pipette Pulling

Offers advice on regulating pull time, length, and tip size for sharp micropipettes.

Fire Polishing Procedure

Instructions for performing light to moderate fire polishing using a specific program and spacer.

Heating Filament Information

Details filament types, positioning, alignment, box filament usage, and trough filament geometry.

Maintenance

Cleaning and Filament Replacement

Routine cleaning procedures and step-by-step guide for replacing heating filaments.

Air Jet and Filament Alignment

Correct positioning of the air jet relative to filament and filament to glass capillary.

Pulley Adjustment and Drierite Maintenance

Adjusting pulleys for cable tension and regenerating Drierite granules for air system.

Troubleshooting

Controlling Pipette Tip Shape and Resistance

Addresses issues with glass type, tip size, resistance, and achieving smaller tips.

Controller and Display Malfunctions

Troubleshooting filament issues, blank displays, cursor problems, and incorrect program values.

Limited Warranty

Warranty Terms and Conditions

Details warranty coverage, exclusions, repair procedures, and customer responsibilities.

Accessories

Filament, Glass Tubing, and Other Items

Lists available filaments, capillary glass tubing, fire polishing spacers, and storage boxes.

Fuse Replacement

Procedure for Replacing the Main Fuse

Step-by-step guide to locating, removing, and replacing the fuse in the power entry module.

Technical Specifications

Instrument Dimensions and Electrical Details

Provides physical dimensions, weight, mains voltage, power consumption, and fuse specifications.

Drierite Material Safety Data

Drierite Safety and Properties

Details chemical identity, physical properties, health hazards, and safe handling of Drierite.

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