TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 - INTRODUCTION .............................................................................................................. 2
2 - WORK SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................... 2
3 - LIMITATIONS OF USE ..................................................................................................... 3
6 - TROUBLESHOOTING ...................................................................................................... 4
8 - CHARGING THE BATTERY .............................................................................................. 6
9 - MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................ 7
10 - COMPONENTS ................................................................................................................ 7
12 - SPARE PARTS .................................................................................................................. 8
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1 - INTRODUCTION
The SWIFTPET + pipetting aid is a device intended for pipetting liquids with the use of
measuring pipettes. It can work with all types of glass or plastic pipettes in the volume
range from 0.5 ml to 100 ml.
The SWIFTPET + pipetting aid is a medical device intended for professional use, in vitro
diagnostics, and testing samples collected from the human body.
Two dispense modes permit selection of dispensing intensity depending on the user's
needs. The selected setting of the pipetting aid mode is shown on the display (fig. 1E)
Fig. 1 shows the external parts of the pipetting aid with a description of the materials used.
Display indicators are shown in fig. 2.
2 - WORK SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before starting the work with the SWIFTPET + every user should read these operating
instructions carefully.
Using the device inconsistently with the operating instructions may result in damaging
the device.
The device should be maintained only at an authorised service centre, otherwise the manu-
facturer will be relieved from any liability under the warranty.
• During the work with the SWIFTPET + general safety regulations regarding risks related
with laboratory work should be observed. Protective clothing, goggles and gloves should
be worn.
• The SWIFTPET + shall be used only for measuring liquids in conditions specified
by the manufacturer, which are limited due to the chemical and mechanical resistance
of the device, as well as the user safety.
• The pipetting aid should not be used in an environment where explosion risk is present.
• The information and instructions provided by the manufacturers of the reagents must
be observed.
• Only original spare parts and accessories, recommended by the manufacturer, shall be used.
• Only the original charger, supplied by the manufacturer, shall be used for charging
the battery.
• In case of incorrect functioning of the pipetting aid, work shall be stopped. The device
shall be cleaned in accordance with the operating instructions and/or sent for repair to an
authorised service centre.
• In the case of mechanical damage to the casing, the device shall be immediately sent
for repair to an authorised service centre.
• The use of excessive force during work shall be avoided.
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