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1. INTRODUCTION
The Pipette Accuracy Tester Kit for the BM series performs an accuracy test of the volume of a
pipette in accordance with ISO 8655.
This manual describes how the Pipette Accuracy Tester Kit
works and how to get the most out of it in
terms of performance. It includes how to assemble the tester, how to measure and how to use the
software, WinCT-Pipette, for pipette accuracy testing.
Read this manual thoroughly before using the tester and keep it at hand for future reference.
For detailed information on handling the balance, refer to the BM series instruction manual.
NOTE ISO 8655 is the international standard that includes pipette calibration and specifies a test
method for accuracy of the pipette
volume. For detailed information, visit our web site.
1-1 Unpacking the Tester
NOTE The Pipette Accuracy Tester Kit is contained in a carrying case. The case is only for
carrying the tester and is not solid enough to endure transportation. So, do not
transport the tester using the carrying case. When transporting the tester, be sure to
use the original packing material.
When handling the tester, be careful not to drop it, even if it is placed in the carrying case.
The illustration below shows the content of this kit.
NOTE The USB converter is shipped in a separate package, but it can be placed in the
carrying case as shown above.
The actual capacity of the 30 mL sample cup is 25 mL.
Evaporation trap
base
Center positioning boss
30 mL
sample cup holder
5 mL
sample cup holder
Microfuge tube holder
Test liquid
cup
Thermometer
clamp
Thermometer
USB converter
RS-232C cable
(9P-9P)
Instruction manual
WinCT-Pipette
(CD-ROM)
Carrying case
USB converter driver
(CD-ROM)
Evaporation trap
Cap A
Cap B
5 mL sample cup (2 pcs)
(water-absorbent sheet
is provided inside)
30 mL sample cup (2 pcs)
(water-absorbent sheet
is provided inside)
Balance
weight
