Thermo Scientific 88882015 User manual

Digital Cel-Gro Tissue Culture Rotator

88882015 & 88882016

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Operating Manual

Revision A . 04 01 2021

and its subsidiaries unless otherwise specified.

Section 1 Important Information

Disposing of Product

Section 2 Introduction

Section 3 Inspection and Installation

Packing List

Connections

Structure Diagram

Section 4 Overview

Specifications

Environmental Conditions

Safety Instructions

Section 5 Operation

Control Panel

Installation

Accessory Installation

Settings

Section 6 Safety Tips and Maintenance

Section 7 Troubleshooting

Section 8 Optional Accessories

Section 9 Warranty Information

Section 10 Compliance

Contents

Section 1 Important Information

Ignoring the following warnings could

cause serious injuries or even fatal

accidents.

Check the voltage, phase and capacity of

power supply on the ID plate before

installation. Connect properly.

Power supply must be properly

grounded. Abnormal grounded

connection causes serious damage.

Grounded connection must not be on the

water pipe and gas pipe.

Use provided power cord. Power cord:

Wall outlet with grounded terminal

power cord 250V 10A.

Do not install the product in a place that

gas could leak. Do not use in a place that

has industrial oil smoke or metallic dust.

It causes fire or electric shock. Do not

use the machine near to places where

explosion could happen due to organic

evaporating gases.

Explosive materials: acid, esther, nitro

compound.

Inflammable materials: salt peroxides,

inorganic peroxide, salt acids.

Check equipment for permissible

environmental conditions when using

inside of Temperature and Humidity

Chamber or Incubator. It can be the

cause of fire or trouble by stirrer

electricity, electronic, and damage of

motor.

Rotator's permissible environmental

condition. Temperature 5°C to 40°C,

Maximum relative humidity 80%.

Unplug if there is a strange sound, smell

and/or smoke from the product. Stop

operating and request the service.

Keep out of the direct sunlight. It may

influence product life and proper

operation.

Do not use the machine at places where

moisture is high and flooding can

happen.

Do not assemble, repair, modify on your

own. Changes to the product could

result in product inefficiency. Also this

will void warranty. Which also indicates a

hazardous situation, if not avoided may

result in minor or moderate injury.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if

not avoided, may result in minor or

moderate injury.

Do not put heavy things on the power

cord. Do not put the machine on the

cord. It may take off the wire coating and

cause electric shock or fire.

Do not touch it with wet hands and place

the main plug correctly. It could cause

the electric shock or injuries.

Installing power outlet near instrument

may be convenient. Allow adequate

spacing around the product to ensure

proper ventilation, accessibility to the

power switch and for allowing the

instrument to run without impediment.

Do not install the stirrer near machinery

generating high frequency noise. Avoid

installation close to high frequency-

welding machine, sewing machine, or

mass SCR controller.

Do not inject any liquid and inflammable

things inside of product.

Do not pour water or put liquid on the

top of the product when cleaning.

Disconnect the main power immediately

and request the service if water may be

in the product.

Do not let the product take any strong

shock or vibration. It could cause

abnormal operation or trouble. It may

deteriorate the ability of the product

operation and not obtain correct results.

Do not sprinkle insecticide or flammable

spray on the product. Use smooth

cloths. Cleaning with solvent can cause

fire and deformity.

Power off while product cleaning. It may

cause electric shock or fire.

Do not drop or allow the machine to fall.

It will cause wrong operation and

malfunction.

Only accessories that meet the

manufacturer's specifications shall be

used.

Disposing of Product

Dispose of the unit by separating the

plastic, motor and electronics and

dispose according to local laws and

regulations.

1 Section 1 | Important Information Digital Cel-Gro Tissue Culture Rotator 2

Section 2 Introduction

Features:

Rotator provides an efficient and gentle

mixing to keep biological samples in

suspension. It is applied in the occasions

of preventing blood clotting, latex

diagnosis,immunoprecipitation,and so

on.

● Compact design saves space and can

be used in incubator.

● A variety of independent clamps to

choose from,it's convenient to use the

different combination,the clamps have

different models fit to1.5-50ml tube.

● Digital type instrument with adjustable

speed, maximum speed 80rpm.

Welcome to use Thermo Scientific

Digital Cel-Gro Tissue Culture Rotator.

Rotator is designed to mixing operations

in different areas, including gel

colorization / decolorization, sample

cleaning, anti body staining,

hybridization, immunoprecipitation, west

blot, and various volume tissue culture.

Rotator is designed for the different

application ,such as schools,

laboratories, hospitals.

Rotator is used for routine blood test,

and other mixing applications.

This product is intended to be used in a

laboratory setting and is not to be used

in a clinical setting.

Section 3 Inspection and Installation

Table -1. Packing List

General

Power Adaptor

US Plug

CN Plug

EU Plug

UK Plug

Catalog Number

88882015

N/A

Digital

Cel-Gro Tissue

Culture Rotator

88882016

N/A

Figure

Screw Driver

Description

3.1 Packing List

Before unpacking the unit, first check for

damages in the package of the unit.

Then unpack the unit. Check carefully to

see if there were damages incurred

during transit.

After unpacking, check that all unit parts

and accessories are as listed below.

purchased the unit if any components

were omitted.

3 Section 2 | Introduction Digital Cel-Gro Tissue Culture Rotator 4

3.2 Connections

3.3 Structure Diagram

Power Switch

Foot(4)

Control Panel

Fixed Handle

Motor House

Stand

Top Plate

Housing

Bolt

Gasket

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5 Section 3 | Inspection and Installation

Speed knob

Time knob

Power Cord

Power Adaptor

Main Body

Section 4 Overview

4.1 Specifications

Speed Range..................................................................5~70rpm

Speed Accuracy................................................................±1rpm

Display.......................................................................................LED

Adjustable..............................................................................Knob

Angle Adjustment Range.............................................95°~180°

Angle Accuracy.......................................................................±2°

Max Load (Contain rotator drum weight)............................5kg

Timing Range………………........................................….0~9999min.

Overall Dimensions........................................383×260×412mm

Packaging Dimensions..................................486×381×470mm

Net Weight................................................................8.2Kg(18.1lb)

Gross Weight.........................................................10.4Kg(22.9lb)

Input Requirement.............100-240VAC~, 50/60Hz, 8W, 0.2A

Output Requirement.................................................24V﹍, 2.5A

Certification..............................RoHS, WEEE, cCSAus, CE Mark

Noise Level..................................................≤55dB with no load

Application Environmental Conditions: indoor use

Temperature....................................................................5 to 40℃

Voltage Fluctuation.....................±10% of the nominal voltage

Altitude...........................................................................≤2,000 m

Humidity...................................................................... 20% to 85%

4.2 Environmental Conditions

Rotation Speed

Angle

Load

Time

Size

Weight

Power Supply

Others

—

⑤. Time setting knob: The knob is used

to increase or decrease the set time

of the instrument.

⑥. Speed setting knob: The knob is used

to increase or decrease the set speed

instrument.

⑦. Gear I: When the switch is in “gear 1”,

the instrument power is on.

⑧. Gear O: When the switch is in “gear

0”, the instrument power is off.

3.3 Safety Instructions

Please read the entire instruction manual

before operating the Digital Cel-Gro

Tissue Culture Rotator .

WARNING DO NOT use the Digital

Cel-Gro Tissue Culture Rotator in

a hazardous atmosphere or with

hazardous materials for which the

unit was not designed. Also, the

user should be aware that the

protection provided by the

equipment may be impaired if

accessories used are no provided

or recommended by

the manufacturer, or are used in a

manner not specified by the

manufacturer.

CAUTION ! To avoid electrical

shock, completely cut off power to

the unit by disconnecting the

power cord from the unit

or unplug from the wall outlet.

Disconnect unit from the power

supply prior to maintenance and

service. Any spills should

be removed promptly. Bio hazard

spills should be cleaned using

approved liquid promptly. Solvent

spills are a fire hazard.

Storage Environmental Conditions

Temperature..................................0 to 60℃

Humidity.....20% to 90%, non-condensing

Stop the unit immediately, and DO

NOT operate until clean up is

complete and vapors have

dissipated.

DO NOT immerse the unit for

cleaning.

DO NOT operate the unit if it shows

signs of electrical or mechanical

damage.

Note: The rotary plate may have a

little vibration below 11 rpm. The

vibration will relieve or disappear when

more load is added.

Various independent clamps are

available with this Digital Cel-Gro Tissue

Culture Rotator for convenient

combination use. It is applicable for

1.5ml to 50ml microtubes to mix liquid

efficiently and gently. It has an angle

range of 95 to 180 degrees and can

maintain suspension state of biological

samples such as blood mixing.

Applications include blood coagulation

prevention, emulsion diagnosis,

immunoprecipitation, and other related

areas.

7 Section 4 | Overview Digital Cel-Gro Tissue Culture Rotator 8

Run

Stop

Speed

Time

rpm

Section 5 Operation

This chapter covers the control panel and its operation.

5.1 Control Panel

①. Run/Stop button: Start or stop the

instrument.

②. Run indicator: The light is on when

the instrument is running and off

when the instrument is in standby.

③. Time display window: The window

displays cumulative time (in

continuous mode) or remaining time

(in timer mode).

④. Speed display window: The window

displays set speed (when the

instrument is in standby) or current

speed (when the instrument is

running).

① ②

③ ④

⑥⑤

⑦

⑧

9 Section 5 | Operation

5.2 Installation

1. Connect all the components according

to the figures shown on page 4 of this

manual. Use grounded power outlet.

Ensure the machine is on a flat

surface prior to operating.

2. Press down the power switch on the

back right side of the instrument and

put it to the “|” state and then the

instrument is in standby.

5.3 Accessory Installation

Only accessories that meet the

manufacturer's specifications shall be

used.

Angle Adjustment Method

1. Pull out the bolt.

Pull the bolt up

Note: If the bolt cannot be pulled out,

please operate according to the

following instructions.

1) Turn the motor housing back and

forth gently by hand and pull the bolt

up at the same time.

Digital Cel-Gro Tissue Culture Rotator 10

2) If the bolt still cannot be pulled out,

please use vise grip plier to pull the

bolt up and turn the motor housing at

the same time.

3) Please contact us immediately if the

problem still exists.

2. Rotate the motor housing gently by

hand to adjust the angle.

3. Insert the bolt.

Note: If the bolt does not fit completely,

Push the motor housing gently until the

bolt fits well.

4. Angle adjustment range is shown in

the following figures.

Single Tray Angle range

Mixing angle 146°

Mixing angle 180°

Mixing angle 112°Mixing angle 129°

Mixing angle 163°

Mixing angle 180°Mixing angle 163°

Mixing angle 146°Mixing angle 129°

Mixing angle 95°Mixing angle 112°

Double Tray Angle range

2. Insert the fixed handle into the center

hole and screw in the stud until the

tray is fastened, as shown in figure 5.

3. Fasten the screw on the tray with the

screw driver to ensure that the tray is

fixed well, as shown in figure 6.

Caution:

Failure to load or unload the tray as

listed above may result in uneven tray

rotation or possible stalling of the tray.

4. Insert the test tube into the hole. Make

sure to place the test tubes close to

the center or symmetric around the

axis.

11 Section 5 | Operation

4. Insert the test tube into the test tube

holder until it reaches the appropriate

position.

Double Tray Installation

1. Insert the stud on the rotation shaft

into the center hole of the tray and

make sure the tray firmly touchs the

fixing block of the rotary plate, as

shown in figure 4.

Note:

1. Minimum angle adjustment for Double

Tray is 112°

2. After continued and extended

operation, it is possible for the tray to

exhibit uneven or erratic rotation. This

does not necessarily indicate

equipment malfunction and a cause

for returning the unit to the

manufacturer.

Loading and Unloading the Tray:

1.Insert or remove culture tubes starting

from the center to the outside edge of

the tray.

2.Make sure the weight is distributed

evenly on the tray.

3.Maintain the overall balance of the

tray , especially when it is moving.

Single Tray Installation

1. Insert the screw on the rotation shaft

into the center hole of the tray and

make sure the tray firmly touchs the

fixing block of the rotary plate, as

shown in figure 1.

2. Tighten the fixed handle until the tray

is fasten, as shown in figure 2 .

3. The tip of the screw driver is aligned

with the hole at the side of the fixing

block of the rotary plate to ensure that

the fixing block of the rotary plate

does not move and continue to tighten

the fixed handle until the tray is

fastened tightly, as shown in figure 3.

figure 1

figure 2 figure 3

figure 4

figure 5

Tray,Front Facing

Digital Cel-Gro Tissue Culture Rotator 12

figure 6

Screw

Run

Stop

Run

Stop

Press “ ” button again and the

instrument will slow down until it stops.

The instrument will then be in standby

and the two display windows will show

the set values.

2. Timer Mode

Press “ ” button and the instrument

will start running with the specified

settings and the RUN indicator light will

be on. The TIME display window will

show the remaining time and the SPEED

display window will show the current

speed. Press “ ” button again and the

instrument will slow down until it stops.

The instrument will then be in standby

and the two display windows will show

the set values.

Finish Operation

After the operation is finished, press the

power switch at the back right side the

instrument and put it into the “O” state.

Unplug the instrument and store the

instrument according to the storage

guide.

Note: To ensure shaking operation

smooth and steady, it may take 1minute

for the microprocessor control system to

accelerate the tray to the set speed.

Run

Stop

Run

Stop

5.4 Settings

Time Settings

1. Continuous mode

Press the Time setting knob. When the

Time display window starts flashing,

turn the knob to increase or decrease

the time to 00:00 and then press the

knob within 5s.

2. Timer mode

Press the Time setting knob. When the

number shown on the Time display

window starts flashing, turn the knob to

increase or decrease the time value.

Press the knob when the time shown on

the Time display window reaches the set

value within 5s.

Speed Settings

Press the Speed setting knob. When the

Speed display window starts flashing,

turn the knob to increase or decrease

the speed value. Press the knob when

the speed shown on the Speed display

window reaches the set value within 5s.

Run and Stop

1. Continuous Mode

Press“ ”button and the instrument will

start running with the specified settings

and the RUN indicator light will be on.

The TIME display window will show the

cumulative time and the SPEED display

window will show the current speed.

Alarm System

Err1: If running speed does not match

the setting speed, the instrument will

have a three-time reboot, and after the

three reboots failed, there will be a

buzzer, and then Err1 will be displayed in

the Time display window .

End of timer: The instrument buzzing

alarm, the “End" is displayed in the Time

display window.

When the instrument alarms, press any

key and the instrument goes into

standby mode.

Power Recovery

If the power supply is cut off suddenly

while the instrument is in operation, the

unit will automatically run at the

previously set parameter upon power

restoration. The display windows will

flash. Press any button to stop the

display window from flashing.

13 Section 5 | Operation Digital Cel-Gro Tissue Culture Rotator 14

Section 6 Safety Tips and Maintenance

Safety Tips

1. Use independent power supply.

2. Check if the local power supply

voltage is suitable for use.

3. Do not drag the power supply cable

when unplugging.

4. Do not use non-specified power cable

or damage cable.

5. Service should only be performed by a

qualified professional.

6. The power supply must be unplugged

under the following situations:

(1). When the unit is moved

(2). When the electrical cabinet or the

moving component is opened

(3). When the equipment is

malfunctioning

(4). When the equipment is not in use

7. Check that the instrument and the

accessories are in good condition

before each operation.

Cleaning

In order to ensure the safe use of the

instrument, please follow the

manufacturer’s recommendations for

cleaning when cleaning the instrument.

● Unplug the power first when cleaning.

● Wipe the instrument with a damp, soft

cloth or non-corrosive cleaning agent.

● Direct spray instruments are

prohibited.

● Make sure that the instrument is

completely dry before operating it.

● Please wear gloves when cleaning.

Warning: Avoid dripping detergent or

water into the inside of the instrument

during cleaning.

Clean Spill

If accidental spillage of liquids caused by

mishandling or contained breakage

occurs on the surface of the instrument,

please shut down the instrument and

clean up the liquid immediately.

If the liquid has already spilled into the

unit, cut off the power supply first and

immediately clean up the liquid at the

surface of the instrument. Place the

instrument in a ventilated and dry

environment for 24 hours before reuse. If

the instrument is not functioning after

drying for 24 hours, please contact the

manufacturer.

Warning: The operator is not permitted

to gain access using a tool, to a part

which in normal use may be hazardous

live.

Section 7 Troubleshooting

Error

Cannot start

instrument, LED

display window

off

Cause

Power disconnected

Power switch off

Power adaptor failure

Over-weighted or

unbalanced load

Solution

Connect the power

Switch on power

Replace power adaptor

Adjust the weight and position

of load, decrease rotation speed

No rotation

of the drum

Loud noise

Other

Electrical malfunction

Mechanical malfunction

Rotary plate loose

Keep record for maintenance

Contact Thermo Scientific

Fasten fixed handle

Component loose

Uneven or resonant

surface

Place instrument at a level

and firm surface

Fasten screws

15 Section 6 | Safety Tips and Maintenance

Please refer to the following table to

troubleshoot if any malfunction occurs.

If the problem still exists, contact your

local sales representative.

Note:

Err1 — Speed alarm

If Err1 occurs, please contact Thermo Scientific Customer Service for solutions.

Digital Cel-Gro Tissue Culture Rotator 16

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