heidolph Lab Jack e-Lift Instruction Manual

Safe Heating and mixing
Assembly instructions

Lab Jack e-Lift

Introduction

About this document
These mounting instructions describe the operation of lab jacks, type e-Lift. The mounting instructions manual is an integral part of the delivery.
Typographic conventions
Standardized symbols, signal words and highlighting elements are used in this document to warn of hazards and to identify important information or rather special text contents.

DANGER
Indicates an immediate dangerous situation. Failure to respect the indications will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a potential danger. Failure to respect the indications will result in serious injuries.
CAUTION
Indicates a potential hazard which, If not avoided, damage to property and minor to moderate injuries can occur.
| Mandatory signs are used to indicate important and useful information on handling a product.
This information is used to ensure operational safety and to maintain the value of the product.
(GUI)| Parameter designations, display texts, and device labels are typographically highlighted in the text and in tables to facilitate their assignment on the device.
| The arrow indicates specific instructions to be followed to ensure operational safety when handling
the product.

Copyright protection
This document is protected by copyright and is intended for use by the purchaser of the product only. No transfer to third parties, reproduction in any form, including excerpts, and by any means, as well as utilization and/or disclosure of the contents is  ermitted without the prior written consent of Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co. KG. Any violation is subject to compensation for damage.
Notes on the product
Intended use
The described product has been developed and designed for the operation with magnetic stirrers, type Hei-PLATE Mix‘n‘Heat Ultimate (lifting and lowering of the magnetic stirrer placed on the lab jack) in the delivered variant of Heidolph Instruments. Any other use of this device is not considered as intended!

General notes

Reasonably foreseeable misuse
Additional measures may be necessary for use under conditions or for purposes deviating from the intended use, and/or specific guidelines and safety regulations must be observed. Compliance with and implementation of all relevant directives and safety measures for the respective field of application is the sole responsibility of the operator.
All risks resulting from improper use are borne solely by the operator. The product may only be operated by authorized and instructed personnel. Training and qualification of the operating personnel as well as ensuring that the product is operated with
responsibility are the sole responsibility of the operator!
General safety instructions
Before commissioning and using the product, familiarize yourself with all the safety regulations and occupational safety guidelines applicable at the place of use and observe them at all times.
Only operate the product if it is in faultless technical condition.
If there is missing or misleading information on the product or on occupational safety, contact the responsible safety specialist.
Only use the product as intended and rectify malfunctions or faults on the product immediately.

California Residents
Important information for California residents regarding Prop 65. Please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov for more information
Other regulations
In addition to the notes and instructions in this document, observe all other applicable regulations such as laboratory and workplace guidelines, hazardous substances ordinances, recognized rules of safety engineering and occupational medicine as well as particular local regulations!

Noncompliance will invalidate any warranty claims against Heidolph Instruments.
The operator is solely liable for all damage resulting from unauthorized changes or modifications to the device, from the use of unauthorized or non- genuine spare parts and accessories, or from disregarding the safety instructions and hazard warnings or the manufacturer’s instructions!
|Residual risk
The product has been designed and manufactured in accordance with the state- of-the-art standards and the recognized safety regulations at the time of the development. During mounting and use, as well as during maintenance, repair and cleaning work, there are nevertheless certain residual risks associated with the described device.
These are identified and described at the appropriate points in this document.

General notes
By means of the optional lab jack e-Lift, magnetic stirrers, type Hei-PLATE Mix‘n‘Heat Ultimate of Heidolph Instruments placed on the platform, can be manually lifted and lowered as well as automatically lowered in laboratory operations. The lab jack can be moved not only via the integrated handwheel but also via the control elements and the software of the connected magnetic stirrer, see the associated operating instructions Hei-PLATE Mix‘n‘Heat Expert/Ultimate (01-005-006-69).

CAUTION
The USB-C interface of the magnetic stirrer may only be used for operation with a Heidolph Instruments’ lab jack. The general USB-C standard is not supported. Direct or indirect damage caused by connecting devices not authorized by the manufacturer to the device’s USB-C interface is the responsibility of the user.
WARNING
The lab jack is designed for a load of maximum 10 kg. Direct or indirect damages caused by an overload of the lab jack, are generally the sole responsibility of the user.
Always be sure to position all setups and accessory parts centrally above the magnetic stirrer on the lab jack.
Move the lab jack downward and/or pull the setups centrally upward as much as possible to remove glass flasks or attachments from the magnetic stirrer!
Never pivot setups to the outside (see example: setup with magnetic stirrer, heating attachment and Findenser®).

Setup, Positioning
Thanks to their robust design and the self-locking scissor mechanism, the lab jacks, type e-Lift, offer the best stability and occupational safety. Follow the safety instructions below:
➜ To use the lab jack, place it on a clean, dry, stable, even and horizontal surface.
➜ Always make sure that all setup components and accessory parts of the magnetic stirrer are securely fixed (see also the corresponding delivery documentation or operating and/or mounting instructions):
➜ Fix the setups preferably on a wall grid (if available). When mounted on a wall grid, ensure that the wall grid and all mounting elements have sufficient self-protection and load capacity!
➜ Use all recommended retaining and fixing elements for setup components and accessory parts.
➜ The lab jack, the magnetic stirrer and any other setups do not form a physical unit and must always be transported separately.
➜ Before each transport, disconnect the cable connection between the lab jack and the magnetic stirrer.

Magnetic stirrer – lab jack cable connection
The lab jack [2] is connected to the USB-C connection socket at the back of the magnetic stirrer [1] using the USB-C cable supplied:As soon as the lab jack has been detected by the software, the corresponding symbol appears on the display of the magnetic stirrer:

This warning message can be acknowledged at any time, and this has no negative effects on the ongoing processes of the magnetic stirrer.
Limiting the travel distance
The travel distance of the lab jack can be limited mechanically with the help of suitable and adjustable clamping levers (optional accessory):Each adjustable clamping lever [1] is mounted with a suitable shim [2] and a guide piece [3]:
➜ Place the guide piece [3] in the guide of the lab jack [4a] from the inside.
➜ Place the shim [2] on the thread of the clamping lever [1].
➜ Screw the clamping lever [1] onto the guide piece [3]:

– Fix the second clamping lever in the same way in the opposite guide of the lab jack [4b].
➜ The position of the clamping lever can be adjusted, if necessary:
– Pull the clamping lever outwards to unlock it [1a].
– Turn the clamping lever clockwise or counterclockwise in a suitable position [1b].
➜ Move the lab jack upward to the highest working point [5], push the two clamping levers onto the two guide pins [6] until they stop and tighten the two clamping levers.

The lab jack can now not be moved beyond  this vertical stop point.Check both thumbscrews for tight fit before commissioning and regularly during operation.

CAUTION

• Never reach into the lab jack mechanism after it is connected to the magnetic stirrer.
• Do not place any objects in the lab jack mechanism.
• Always make sure that there is sufficient distance between the lab jack and other devices or structures: the required minimum distance is15 cm on all sides.
• Make sure that no incoming or outgoing lines (power connection cable, data cable, hose connections) protrude into the lab jack’s mechanism.
• Clean the lab jack’s mechanism at regular intervals or immediately if it is highly soiled.
• Always make sure that the travel path of the lab jack is not blocked.
• In the event of high setups, pay particular attention to moving the center of gravity of the whole setup to the middle of the lab jack table as far as possible to ensure adequate stability.
• Attach a suitable warning of unexpected traversing movements of the lab jack to the overall setup in remote and in unsupervised operation.

The lab jack is moved up and down using the two control buttons [up]/[down] or the hand wheel. Use the handwheel especially for fine adjustment: ➜ Turn the handwheel clockwise to move the lab jack downward.
➜ Turn the handwheel counterclockwise to move the lab jack upward.

General notes
If no lab jack is detected by the magnetic stirrer, the information No lab jack connected appears on opening the [Lab jack] menu. In this case, check the cable connection between the magnetic stirrer and lab jack.
If the lab jack has been detected, the [Lab jack connected] symbol appears in the header of the display. As soon as the [Lower lab jack automatically] function is activated (Timer expired option and/or Error option activated) the [Lab jack connected] symbol is marked with the safety symbol:

In automatic mode, the lab jack can only move downward. The upward traversing movement is only controlled via the [Lift] button and the handwheel at the front!
When lowering the lab jack, the movement speed is significantly reduced 150 mm before reaching the physically possible end position due to safety reasons.

• In case of a sensor error (warning code W68), the lab jack can be moved down and up until the end position using the control buttons on the magnetic stirrer.
• As long as the sensor error exists, the downward movement speed is automatically and significantly reduced.
• If the lab jack is moved upward, the upper end position will eventually not be detected. In this case, the motor keeps turning and the click sound will still be heard until you release the button. In this case, the system cannot be damaged!
• If the sensor error occurs in automatic mode, the lab jack is moved until the lower end position with a significantly reduced speed and regardless of the set travel distance.

Lowering the lab jack automatically
From the Main menu, open the [Lab jack] menu and make the required settings for automatic lowering of the lab jack: ➜ Define the required travel distance in the first line first.
➜ Mark the (heating) timer expired / abgelaufen option if the lab jack is to move downward automatically after the timer has expired. If the option is deselected, the lab jack does not move after the timer has expired. An eventual sensor error has no influence on the timer function.
➜ Mark the Error option if the lab jack is to move downward immediately in case of an error (error message or warning message!). The magnetic stirrer then switches to the safe operating state (speed 100 rpm, heating off). If the option is deselected, the lab jack does not move in case of error.

When lowering in automatic mode, the lab jack is positioned with an accuracy of ±5.

Signaling
When moving the lab jack, the following visual and/or acoustic messages are generated:
➜ When moving the lab jack in automatic mode, a warning symbol [Risk of crushing] is shown on the display of the magnetic stirrer for the whole moving duration.
➜ When moving the lab jack upward and downward, the magnetic stirrer generates a clack sound in every operating state and for the whole moving duration.
➜ Button sounds ON (see section „Button sounds“ on page 93), lab jack moves automatically downward after a timer has expired: Magnetic stirrer generates two or five signal sounds (according to timer setting, see section „Operation with timer“ on page 101).
➜ Button sounds OFF: lab jack moves automatically downward after a timer has expired: Magnetic stirrer generates a signal sound.
➜ Button sounds ON: lab jack moves automatically downward in case of an error: Magnetic stirrer generates a signal sound.
➜ Button sounds OFF: lab jack moves automatically downward in case of an error: Magnetic stirrer generates a signal sound.
➜ When the lower end position has been reached, the warning message [W71/W72] is also generated in normal operation.

Appendix

Technical specifications

Scope of delivery

General cleaning instructions
Wipe all surfaces of the device with a damp cloth if necessary. Persistent contamination can bremoved with mild soapy water.

CAUTION
In the event of contact with aggressive media, make sure that all surfaces are cleaned immediately with suitable aids to prevent damage to the device surface.
Clean the device’s surfaces with a soft, lint-free and only slightly moistened cloth.
Never use any aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents or aids.

Disposal
➜ When disposing of the device, observe the provisions of the WEEE Directive 2012/19/EU and its transposition into national law in the country of use.
➜ When disposing of portable batteries, observe the provisions of the European Battery Directive 2013/56/EU and their implementation in national law in the country of use.
➜ Check the device and all components for residues of substances that are hazardous to health, the environment and biohazardous before disposal.
➜ Properly remove and dispose of residues of substances that are hazardous to health, the environment and are biohazardous!

Contact information

Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co. KG
Technical Service
Walpersdorfer Str. 12
D-91126 Schwabach/Germany
Email: service@heidolph.de
Heidolph Instruments North America
Phone: 1-866-650-9604
E-mail: service@heidolph.com
www.heidolphNA.com
Heidolph Instruments United Kingdom
Phone: 01799 – 5133-20
E-mail: service@radleys.co.uk
www.heidolph-instruments.co.uk
Local distributors
To find your local distributor please visit www.heidolph.com

Warranty statement

Heidolph Instruments provides a three-year warranty against material and manufacturing defects.
Glass and wear parts, transportation damage, and damage resulting from improper handling or non-intended use of the product are excluded from the warranty.
The warranty period for registered products begins on the date of purchase. Register the product with the enclosed warranty card or on our homepage www.heidolph.com.
For non-registered products, the warranty period begins with the date of the serial production (to be determined by the serial number).
In the event of material or manufacturing defects, the product will either be repaired or replaced free of charge within the warranty period.

Schwabach, 06.08.2021

Wolfgang Jaenicke
Chief Executive Officer CEO|
Jörg Ziel Quality
Manager
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Doc-ID: 01-005-007-06-0 – Ed.: 2023-05-23
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References

• P65Warnings.ca.gov
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