starlab 173269 Rotator Mixer Multi-1 User Manual

173269 Rotator Mixer Multi-1
User Manual
This is your Rotator Mixer Multi-1
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EC Declaration of Conformity
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Starlab Rotator Mixer Multi 1 N2400-5000 to which this declaration relates, is in conformity with the following standards or other normative documents:

LVD 2014/35/EU LVS EN 61010-1:2011 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use. General requirements. LVS EN 61010-2-051:2015 Particular requirements for laboratory equipment for mixing and stirring.
EMC 2014/30/EU LVS EN 61326-1:2013 Electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use. EMC requirements. General requirements.
RoHS3 2015/863/EU Directive on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.
WEEE 2012/19/EU Directive on waste electrical and electronic equipment.
Hamburg, 04.03.2021 Certified by: Klaus Ambos CEO STARLAB International GmbH

Passionate for science.

Starlab International GmbH
Neuer Höltigbaum 38
22143 Hamburg, Germany
E-Mail: [email protected]
www.starlabgroup.com
Tel.: +49 (0)40 675 99 39 0
Fax: +49 (0)40 675 9939 20
Authorised Managing Director
Klaus Ambos
Registry Court
Amtsgericht [first instance court] Hamburg
Register number: HRB 122020
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VAT Act DE 214 891 717

Product overview:

The Starlab Rotator Mixer Multi-1 (Art. No. N2400-5000) provides comprehensive options for a wide variety of life science research applications. Smart design and stable running deliver accurate and reliable results, from one experiment to another.
About this manual:
This manual is designed to assist you in the optimal use of your Starlab Rotator Mixer Multi-1. The manual is also available on the English, German, French and Italian websites at: www.starlabgroup.com

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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  Caution! Make sure you have fully read and understood the present manual before using the equipment. Please pay special attention to sections marked by this symbol.
1.1 GENERAL SAFETY

Save the unit from shocks or falling. > Store and transport the unit in a horizontal position (see package label). > After transportation or storage, keep the unit at room temperature for 2-3 hrs before connecting
it to the mains. > Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods except those recommended by the
manufacturer, check with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not damage the equipment. > Do not make modifications to the unit.
1.2 ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Connect only to the external power supply with a voltage corresponding to that on the serial number label.
• Use only the external power supply provided with this product.
• Ensure that the external power supply is easily accessible during use.
• Disconnect the unit from the mains before moving
• Turn off the unit by disconnecting the external power supply from the power socket.
• If the liquid penetrates into the unit, disconnect it from the external power supply and have it checked by a repair and maintenance technician.
• Do not operate the unit in premises where condensation can form. Operating conditions of the unit are defined in the Specifications section.

1.3 DURING OPERATION

• Do not operate the unit in environments with aggressive or explosive chemical mixtures. Please contact the manufacturer for possible operation of the unit in specific atmospheres.
• Do not operate the unit if it is faulty or has been installed incorrectly.
• Do not use outside laboratory rooms.
• Do not place a load exceeding the maximum load value mentioned in the Specifications section of this Manual.

1.4 BIOLOGICAL SAFETY
It is the user’s responsibility to carry out appropriate decontamination if hazardous material is spilled on or penetrates into the equipment.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Rotator Mixer Multi-1 programmable rotator provides:

1. orbital rotational motion,
2. reciprocal motion,
3. Vibro motion of the platform in different planes according to the microprocessor protocol.

The protocol enables making not only programs that include mixing motion of one particular type, but also programs that alternate mixing motions of different types cyclically. The options for setting are:
Orbital Rotational motion – Ordinary orbital rotational motion (360º) of the platform for a duration of 0-250 seconds or non-stop, with a speed of 1-100 rpm. Reciprocal motion – Segment of reciprocal motion when the direction orbital rotational motion of the platform from the vertical plane is changing in turns within the limits of the set segment (turning angle 1-90º for a duration 0-250 seconds, or non-stop) at a set speed of the Orbital rotational motion.
Vibro motion – Segment and duration of the Vibro motion of the platform run inside the borders of the reciprocal motion segment. Turning angle 0-5º, duration 1-5 seconds. It is available only when the reciprocal motion is on.
Pause – The duration of the pause runs inside the borders of the reciprocal motion segment when the Vibro motion turning angle is set to 0º, and the pause duration is 1-5 seconds. It is available only when the reciprocal motion is on.
The working period is from 1 min to 24 hours or nonstop.

Reciprocal motion can be started in two modes, tube position ­ either horizontal or vertical.
As well as the unique operation modes, the Rotator Mixer Multi-1 provides an elegant, small and attractive BioForm design, and offers a user-friendly interface that provides options for changing the program during the operation and for simultaneous control over different steps of mixing protocol realization.
The Multi-1 programmable Rotary Mixer provides an advanced methodology for researchers working in the field of molecular and cell biology as well as in the field of developing biodiagnostic technologies. For example, the Rotator Mixer is suitable for use with magnetic particles which are sensitive to unexpected and disruptive hydrodynamic shifts within reactants.
The Rotator Mixer Multi-1 programmable rotator is designed for mixing biological solutions, cell suspensions, magnetic particles conjugated with specific antibodies, as well as the incubation and cultivation of biological liquids according to the operator set program.
The unit is applicable for use in all areas of laboratory research in biotechnology, microbiology, chemistry and medicine.

GETTING STARTED

3.1 UNPACKING
Remove packing materials carefully and retain them for future shipment or storage of the unit. Examine the unit carefully for any damage incurred during transit. Warranty covers only units transported in the original package.
3.2 COMPLETE SET AND PACKAGE CONTENTS:
Standard set
Rotator Mixer Multi-1 programmable rotator …………………………………………………………………1 piece
Standard platform…………………………………………………………………………………………………………1 piece
External power supply unit…………………………………………………………………………………………….1 piece
Operating Manual; Certificate…………………………………………………………………………………………1 copy
Optional accessories
Optional platform……………………………………………………………………………………………………..on request

Standard platform (N2400-5104) for 26 tubes up to 15 mm diameter (eg. 1.5 ml, 2.0 ml, 5.0 ml and 15 ml tubes)
Optional platform (N2400-5103) for 5 tubes up to 30 mm diameter (eg. 15 ml and 50 ml tubes) and 12 tubes up to 15 mm diameter (eg. 1.5 ml, 2.0 ml, 5.0 ml and 15 ml tubes)

3.3 SET UP:

• Place the unit on the horizontal even working surface;
• Remove protective film from the display;
• Plug the external power supply into the 12 V socket at the rear side of the unit.

3.4 PLATFORM REPLACEMENT:

• Unscrew the two fixing screws on the platform.
• Replace the platform and install the new platform securing it with the screws.
• Fix the screw tightly.

OPERATION

Recommendation during operation

• Arrange the tubes symmetrically in relation to the rotation axis when loading. ****
• Connect the external power supply unit to the electric circuit.
• Place samples on the platform; long tubes should only be inserted about half of their length.
• Set the appropriate program and operation time (see Program Setting section).
• Press the Run/Stop key (Fig.1/6) to start the program.
• The platform motion will begin and the corresponding indication (, Fig.1/4 and the changing time values) will be shown on the display.
• If the operation time is not set and the timer indicator (Fig.1/2) shows 0:00, pressing the Run/Stop key will cause continuous operation of the rotator until the Run Stop key is pressed again.
• If the operation time is set the platform movement will stop after the set time has expired (flashing indication Fig. 1/4 will be shown on the display) and will start giving a sound signal at the end of the operation (press the Run/Stop key to stop the signal).
• Press the Run/Stop key to repeat the set program.
• The rotator can be stopped at any time during an operation before the set time expires by pressing the Run/Stop key. In this case, the platform motion stops when the platform achieves a horizontal position. Pressing the Run/Stop key again will start the program from the beginning (the countdown timer will be restarted).
• Disconnect the external power supply unit from the electric circuit to turn off the unit.

Note: A step motor is used in this unit. Stopping the platform briefly by hand is allowed and does not damage the mechanical parts of the device. If the platform is stopped by hand during operation, the program does not stop and the platform motion is automatically resumed after the platform is released.

PROGRAM SETTING

Note: When setting program parameters, please bear in mind that the unit may not be able to operate properly in reciprocal and vibration modes with maximum load. The recommended load is indicated in Table 1 on page 11.

• Press the Select key (Fig.1/1) to choose the parameter to change (the active parameter will flash).

• Use the keys (Fig.1/5) to set the necessary value. (Press and hold the key for 2 seconds for the numerical values to change quickly.)

• Saving the program does not require additional steps: the microprocessor automatically saves the last parameter change as the working program.

• The countdown timer is used to control the operation time. The timer can be set for a period of 1 min to 24 hours.

• Press and hold the Select key for 4 seconds to change the reciprocal motion mode (tube position ­ either vertical or horizontal). When the tube icon (Fig. 1/3) is in a vertical position, the reciprocal rotation starts with tubes in a vertical position (platform in a horizontal position). When the tube icon is in a horizontal position, the reciprocal rotation starts with tubes in a horizontal position (platform in a vertical position).

• The examples below show separate motion types and their available combinations in cycles. The data to the right shows the possible parameter values for each type.

• Orbital Rotation: Set the speed of Orbital rotation (1-100 rpm) and the time. Set the time for Reciprocal motion to 0 (Off).

• Orbital + Reciprocal Rotation: Set the speed (1-100 rpm) and time (1-250 seconds) of Orbital rotation. Set the turning angle (1-90º) and time (1-250 seconds) for Reciprocal motion. Switch off the Vibro motion by setting the time of Vibro motion to 0 (OFF).

• Orbital + Reciprocal + Vibro: Set the speed (1-100 rpm) and time (1-250 seconds) of Orbital rotation. Set the angle (1-90º) and time (1-second) for Reciprocal motion. Set the turning angle (0-5º) and time (1-second) for Vibro motion. Note that if the set time of Reciprocal motion is shorter or equal to the set time of Vibro motion, then the Reciprocal motion will be omitted (Orbital + Vibro).

• Orbital + Reciprocal + Pause: Set the speed (1-100 rpm) and time (1-250 seconds) of Orbital rotation. Set the turning angle (1-90º) and time (1-250 seconds) for Reciprocal motion. Set the angle of Vibro motion mode to zero. Set the time for Vibro/Pause mode (1 second), which is the time of Pause duration. Note that if the set time of Reciprocal motion is shorter or equal to the set time of Vibro/Pause mode, the Reciprocal motion mode will be omitted (Orbital + Pause).

• Reciprocal Rotation: Set the speed (1-100 rpm) for Orbital rotation. Set time for Orbital rotation to zero (OFF). Set the turning angle (1-90º) and time (1-250 seconds) of Reciprocal motion. Set the time for Vibro motion to zero (OFF).

• Reciprocal + Pause: Set the speed (1-100 rpm) of Orbital rotation. Set time of Orbital rotation to zero (OFF). Set the angle (1-90º) and time (1-250 seconds) of Reciprocal motion. Set the time for Vibro motion type (1 second), which is the time of pause duration. Set the angle of Vibro-type motion to zero.

• Vibro + Reciprocal Rotation: Set the speed (1-100 rpm) of Orbital rotation. Set the time of Orbital rotation to zero (OFF). Set the angle (1-90º) and time (1-250 seconds) of Reciprocal motion. Set the angle (0-5º) and time (1-5 seconds) of Vibro-type motion.
  Caution! To avoid platform drift during Vibro motion, do not load the platform over the weight specified in Table 1, Specifications. When working with the unit in Vibro motion mode for long periods and using the platform with rubber clamps, choose tubes smaller than 7 cm from cap to bottom.

SPECIFICATIONS

The unit is designed for operation in cold rooms, incubators, and closed laboratory rooms at ambient temperature from +4°C to +40°C in a non-condensing atmosphere and maximum relative humidity of 80% for temperatures up to 31°C decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C. > Rotation
Speed control range……………………………………………………………………………….1-100 rpm (increment 1 rpm)
Time setting range…………………………………………………………………..0-250 seconds (increment 1 second)
Vertical rotation movement……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..360° > Reciprocal rotation mode
Tilt angle range ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………1-90° (increment 1°)
Time setting range……………………………………………………………………0-250 seconds (increment 1 second)

Vibro/pause mode
Tilt angle range……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….0-5° (increment 1°)
Time setting range………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..0-5 seconds >
Digital time setting …………………………………………………………………………………………….1 min-24 hours, or non-stop >
Maximum load…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….0.5 kg >
Dimensions (WxDxH) ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….365 x 195 x 155 mm

Input current/power consumption…………………………………………………………………………………12 V, 660 mA / 8 W > External power supply unit………………………………………………………………… AC 100 240 V 50/60 Hz / DC 12 V > Weight1…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..1.7 kg

| Capacity| Tubes Volume, ml| Tubes Diameter, mm| Article number
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Standard platform| 26| 2-15| 10-16| N2400-5104
Optional platform| 5/12| 50/2-15| 20-30/ 10-16| N2400-5103

*Both platforms are equipped with universal rubber clamps for different size tube fixation.

Starlab is committed to a continuous program of improvement and reserves the right to alter the design and specifications of the equipment without additional notice.

MAINTENANCE

If the unit requires maintenance, disconnect the unit from the mains and contact Starlab or your local Starlab distributor.

• All maintenance and repair operations must be performed only by qualified and specially trained personnel.
• Standard ethanol (75%) or other cleaning agents recommended for cleaning of laboratory equipment can be used for cleaning and decontamination of the unit.

WARRANTY AND CLAIMS

• The manufacturer guarantees the compliance of the unit with the requirements of Specifications, provided the operation, storage and transportation instructions are followed.
• The warranted service life of the unit from the date of delivery to the Customer is 24 months.
• The warranty covers only units transported in the original package.
• If any manufacturing defects are discovered by the Customer, an unsatisfactory equipment claim shall be compiled, certified, and sent to the local distributor address.
• The following information will be required in the event that warranty or post-warranty service comes necessary. Complete the table below and retain for your records.

Model………………………………………………….Rotator Mixer Multi-1
Serial number……………………………………………
Date of Purchase………………………….

Starlab International GmbH
Neuer Höltigbaum 38
22143 Hamburg
Germany
T: +49 (0)40 675 99 39 0
F: +49 (0)40 675 99 39 20
[email protected]
www.starlabgroup.com| Starlab GmbH
Neuer Höltigbaum 38
22143 Hamburg
Germany
T: +49 (0)40 675 99 39 0
F: +49 (0)40 675 99 39 20
[email protected]
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5 Tanners Drive
Milton Keynes MK14 5BU
United Kingdom
T: +44 (0)1908 283800
F: +44 (0)1908 283802
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91400 Orsay
France
T: +33 (0)1 60 13 71 70
F: +33 (0)1 69 41 48 65
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20133 Milano
Italy
T: +39 (0)2 7020 1040
F: +39 (0)2 7020 1033
[email protected]
www.starlab.it
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