VistaLab Ovation 9060-4005 Guide

When to Replace:
Nozzle filters are made of a cellulose
material which prevents liquid from
entering the interior of the pipette. If
the filter becomes wet, the channel will
not aspirate or dispense until the filter
is replaced.
Catalog No. 9060-4005
Package includes:
• 48 nozzle filters
• Tubing
• Filter insertion tool
• Instructions
Note: Same nozzle filter is used for all models
Multichannel Nozzle Filter
Replacement Instructions
Note: Wear gloves
1. Push the ejector slide in until it clicks
to fully expose the pipette’s nozzles.
(For 0.5-20µL models, see note on reverse)
2. Remove the affected nozzle(s) by
placing the rubber tubing provided
onto nozzle, and unscrew it in a
counterclockwise direction.
3. Remove the filter inside the nozzle(s)
by inserting a straightened paperclip
into the small hole in the tip end of
the nozzle, and push the filter out
through the wide (threaded) opening.
4. Pick up a new nozzle filter with
tweezers and place it into the wide
(threaded) end of the nozzle.
NOTE: Make sure the narrow end is
inserted first
Procedure:
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5. Use the filter insertion tool to push the
filter into position. Press down until
the end of the tool makes contact with
the inside bottom of the nozzle.
6. Tap the nozzle on the counter to
remove any loose cellulose material.
7. Place rubber tubing back onto the
nozzle, and screw the nozzle onto the
pipette in a clockwise direction. Firmly
tighten and remove tubing from nozzle.
Special Note for 0.5–20µL Models:
To remove a nozzle(s) on 0.5–20µL
models, the rear panel of the ejector
sleeve needs to be removed.
Remove two screws on the panel, and
slide it away as shown. Remove springs
from posts, and remove affected nozzle(s)
with tubing provided.
After filter(s) has been replaced, reinstall
springs, rear panel and screws.
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