VICI M Series - Manual (Page 3)

Table of Contents
Product Description
Operating Principle.......................................................................................... 1
Software .......................................................................................................... 1
Getting Started
Components of the M Series System ............................................................. 2
PC System Requirements ............................................................................... 2
Hardware Installation
Mounting ......................................................................................................... 4
Connections .................................................................................................... 5
Initial Setup
M6-LHS Software Installation .......................................................................... 6
COM Port Assignment .................................................................................... 6
Initialization ..................................................................................................... 6
Selecting Pump and Gearbox Values .............................................................. 7
Setting the Backlash and Volume/Revolution Values ...................................... 7
Priming and Testing the Pump
Tubing Connections (M6 shown) ................................................................... 10
Initial Priming ................................................................................................ 10
Programming Application Methods
Method Screen Functions ............................................................................. 12
Example Application Methods
1. Prime System ................................................................................... 14
2. Aspirate and Dispense ..................................................................... 14
3. Dispense Selected Reagents ........................................................... 16
Maintenance
Routine Maintenance .................................................................................... 17
Routine Cleaning........................................................................................... 17
Chemical Compatibility of Wetted Surfaces
Model M6 ...................................................................................................... 18
Model M50 .................................................................................................... 19
Technical Support ................................................................................................ 20
Returning Pumps for Repair ................................................................................ 20
Operational and Technical Specifications ............................................................ 21
Appendix A: MicroLYNX Terminal Section
Terminal Programming Mode ........................................................................ 22
Appendix B: Setup for Multipump Operation
Connections .................................................................................................. 24
Setting the Address of each MicroLYNX ....................................................... 25
Troubleshooting Party Mode Communications .............................................. 28
Warranty .............................................................................................................. 30