KD Scientific 100 Series - Manual (Page 11)

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KDS Model 100 Series
To facilitate loading , the pusher block (1) can be released from the leadscrew and manually
moved along the guide rods to accommodate the syringe.
Press the bronze release button (2) on the side of the black pusher block (1) to release the
block from the leadscrew.
Raise the spring loaded retaining clamp knob (3) and rotate away from the syringe barrel.
Place the syringe barrel in the V of the syringe holder, making sure that the flange of the
syringe barrel is pressed against the side of the syringe holder.
Rotate and release the syringe clamp to hold the syringe in place.
Press in release button (2) and move the pusher block back along the guide rods to make
contact with the syringe plunger.
GLASS SYRINGES
With some glass syringes the corners of the flange of the syringe barrel are rounded and
can cause a tendency for the syringe barrel to ride up out of the syringe holder.
To give a more secure, flatter surface to clamp against, an O-ring or metal collar can be
placed over the barrel and pressed against the flange.
Syringe Plunger
Syringe Holder
(2) Release Button
(1) Pusher Block
(3) Syringe Clamp Knob
Loading The Syringe
KDS100 AND KDS101