Instructions to Calibrate an Eppendorf Research-Plus Fixed Volume Pipette:
Printable Calibration Log
Printable Calibration Stickers (for use with Avery 5960 labels)
Step 1
- Remove:
- The ejector button (A) by pushing firmly upward to remove it from the pipette body.
- The cover panel (B) by pushing in on the left side and then pushing up from the bottom colored-band portion.
- The gray colored ring (C) and the colored plunger button cap (D) by firmly pulling upward.
Step 2
- With a pair or rubber tipped pliers, grab and hold the brass-colored plunger rod at the location shown (E) to prevent it from rotating when the plunger button needs to be rotated and removed
- With part (E) secure and not rotating, gently turn, rotate, and unthread the plunger button from the threaded portion of the brass-colored plunger rod (F).
Step 3
- To calibrate, place the Research Plus Fixed adjustment tool (EP 3120802002) over the calibration screw. Make very subtle turns of counter-clockwise to increase & clockwise to reduce desired volume.
- Remove the calibration adjustment tool and check the volume aspirated/dispensed on a balance. Replace all removed parts after desired calibration results are achieved.
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