Boekel FLASK DANCER User manual

FLASK DANCER

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Operating Instructions

Contents

Page Number

Safety......................................................................................3

General

Information..............................................................4

Getting

Started......................................................................5

Operation

FLASK DANCER

........................................6-7

Specifications........................................................................8

Warranty

and

service............................................................9

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1. Safety

The following symbols mean:-

Caution: Read these operating instructions fully before use and pay particular attention to

sections containing this symbol

Always observe the following safety precautions

Use only as specified by the operating instructions, or the intrinsic protection may be impaired.

After transport or storage in humid conditions, dry out the unit before connecting it to the supply voltage.

During drying out the intrinsic protection may be impaired.

Connect only to a power supply with a voltage corresponding to that on the serial number label.

Ensure that the main switch and isolating device (power supply connector) are easily accessible during use.

Connect only to a power supply which provides a safety earth (ground) terminal.

Before moving, disconnect at the power supply socket.

If liquid is spilled inside the unit, disconnect it from the power supply and have it checked by a competent

person.

It is the user's responsibility to carry out appropriate decontamination if hazardous material is spilt on or

inside the equipment.

Do not place a load exceeding 2.5 kg (5.5 lb) on

Flask Dancer

Place unit on a solid, level work surface or laboratory bench.

Clean the unit only with a damp cloth, do not use chemical cleaning agents.

Before using any cleaning or decontamination method except those recommended by the manufacturer,

user should check with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not damage the equipment.

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2. General Information

The Boekel Scientific

Flask Dancer

operation is based on the rotational movement of the

platform with a constant amplitude for effective mixing of biological fluids or chemicals in different

vessels. Operation is controlled using the microprocessor; control function is situated on the front

panel of the unit.

The Boekel Scientific

Flask Dancer

is designed for liquids, chemical and biological solutions mixing

and cultivation. It is intended for use in laboratory operations, and can be used in ambient

temperatures that range from +4° to +45°C.

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3. Getting Started

3.1 Unpacking

Remove packing materials carefully, and retain for future shipment or storage of the unit.

3.2 The

Flask Dancer

includes:

• Flatbed rotator (no platform) ……………..……......................................1 piece

• AD/DC adapter ....................................……...........................................1 piece

• Operating Instructions ..........................................……………...……….1 copy

• Plug Adapter Kit for UK-Europe-Australia ………………………………..1 kit

Note: Atleast one platform is required for operation, see 3.3

3.3 Optional platforms available for purchase:

• 270293 Flat platform with non-slip rubber mat

• 270292 Universal platform with adjustable bars

• 270291 Platform with clamps for 12 x 100ml flasks/150ml beakers

• 270290 Platform with clamps for 6 x 250ml flasks/400ml beakers

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140 SET

000 ACTUAL

Hr:min:sec

RPM TIME RPM RUN:STOP

4. Operation

5 6 1 2

SET 00:28:00

S 00:01:17

S-STOP HR:MIN:SEC

3 4

RPM

TIME

4.1 Connect the

FLASK DANCER

to the AC/DC adapter.

4.2 Connect the adapter to the main power supply.

4.3 Place the flasks or plate on the platform and secure in place.

4.4 Using the buttons and (1) set the required operation time using the LCD

display (5). Note: This is optional. The unit will operate open-ended if a required operation

time is not needed.

4.5 Using the buttons and (2) set the required rotation speed using the LCD

display (6).

4.6 Press the RUN/STOP RPM button (3). The platform will start to rotate and the timer

indicator will start counting the elapsed time until the set time interval is reached, if a

set time was used.

4.7 If a set time was programmed and the set time interval is reached, the platform will stop and

the display will show the blinking indications {STOP}. The unit will emit a beeping signal to

signal the end of the operation.

Press RUN/STOP RPM button to cancel the sound signal.

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4. Operation (cont’d)

4.8 If required, there is an opportunity during the operation to reset the time by pressing the

RUN/STOP TIME button (4) twice (first time to stop the timer, second time to start it

from zero).

4.9 At any time the operation can be stopped by pressing the RUN/STOP-RPM button (3).

4.10 To reset the program from the beginning, depress the RUN/STOP-RPM key for 3-4

seconds. Secondly, depress the RUN/STOP-TIME key for 3-4 seconds. At this point, your

program is set back to zero and can be re-programmed.

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5. Specifications

5.1 The Boekel

Flask Dancer

provides:

• Gentle or vigorous orbital rotational mixing; depending on speed choosen.

• Smooth regulation, stabilization and indication of speed (tachometer);

• Equal amplitude across the platform;

• Setting of a necessary time interval and its indication (timer);

• Automatic termination of operation after the set time interval has elapsed;

• Indication of current and set rotation speed, on LCD display panel.

• Indication of the operation time of the unit, on LCD display panel

5.2 Technical specification

• Revolution regulation range ………......................…........................50 - 300 rpm

• Speed adjustment step ................…….......................................................10 rpm

• Amplitude of rotational shift …..……...........................................................10 mm

• Maximal load ..……………….………............................................................5.5 lb.

• Ambient operating temperature range …………………………..……+4°C to +45°C

• Operation adjustment time...…...............................................................5 seconds

• Timer range …………..................….......................................1 minute to 96 hours

• Time adjustment step ..................…........................................................1 minute

• Size of platforms:

270293 (for plates) .……………........................................220 x 220 mm

270292 (universal) ...........................................................270 x 200 mm

270291 (12 places for 100 ml flasks) ...............................250 x 190 mm

270290 (6 places for 250 ml flasks) .................................250 x 190 mm

• Power ..…..…………………………..............................................12 VDC, 500 mA

• Dimensions ………..........................................…………10.8 in. x 10.2 in. x 3.3 in.

• Weight .....................................……..............................................................9.9 lb.

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6. Warranty and Service

6.1 Warranty

When used in laboratory conditions and according to these operating instructions Boekel

warrants this product to be free of defective parts, material or workmanship for a period of

two years from the date of shipment. The liability of Boekel Scientific for any defective

equipment during the warranty period shall be limited to the repair of defective equipment

or replacement thereof without charge for parts or labor.

6.2 Service

A Boekel Scientific Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number provided by Boekel

Scientific is required before any Boekel products are returned for any reason. Please

contact Customer Service at 1-800-336-6929 Extension 5. A Decontamination Certificate

must be completed, signed by the user, and returned to Boekel Scientific prior to receiving

the RMA number. Please be sure to mark the outside of the returned goods package with

this RMA number to ensure prompt handling.

Boekel Scientific

855 Pennsylvania Blvd.

Feasterville, PA 19053

PHONE: (215) 396-8200 or (800) 336-6929

FAX: (215) 396-8264

E-mail: boekel-info@boekelsci.com

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