Connecting the air tubing: non-metric About this topic For non-metric-based installations, such as those in the U.S., this topic explains how to connect the air tubing to the Microplate Labeler. Before you begin To avoid injury, turn off the air supply before installing your Microplate Labeler. When air is flowing, air tubing can injure you if it whips around and strikes you. If you have not been trained in the correct way to handle air tubing, contact your facilities department. Make sure that the air tubing coming into your Microplate Labeler is properly filtered for moisture. Moist air might shorten the life of your device. If the quality of your air supply is in question, contact Agilent Automation Solutions Technical Support. Locate the air connection kit (non-metric), including tubing and fittings, provided with your device. Connection procedure To set up a direct connection, use the following procedure. If you have another device connected to the air supply, use the supplied quick-release T‑connector to connect to the existing air tubing. Figure. Connection panel: orange air-supply port (left) and pressure gauge (right) To install the air tubing: 1 Cut the supplied 1/4-inch tubing to the required length. 2 If your air supply uses a threaded connection at the supply end, attach the 1/4-inch NPT fitting to the connection. 3 Plug one end of the tubing into your lab’s air supply. 4 Connect the tubing from the air source to the long end of the toggle switch assembly. Connect the short end of the toggle switch assembly to the tubing that connects to the Microplate Labeler. 5 Push the other end of the 1/4-inch tubing into the orange quick-release air-supply port at the back of the Microplate Labeler. 6 Test the installation by gently tugging the air tubing. If you feel resistance, the line has been installed properly. Related topics For information about... See... How to install the device Installation workflow Site requirements for installation Laboratory requirements How to connect air tubing for metric-based installations Connecting the air tubing: metric Setting the air pressure Setting the air pressure Disconnecting air supply Disconnecting the air tubing
