Labnet Orbit Digital Shakers Instruction Manual
- June 3, 2024
- Labnet
Table of Contents
Labnet Orbit Digital Shakers
Introduction
Labnet’s Orbit™ Digital Shakers are intended for shaking microliter plates, tubes, bottles, flasks, dishes and other laboratory vessels. The shakers are driven by asynchronous motors, which enable silent operation and constant shaking speed independent of the load or power supply fluctuations. Each shaker device consists of two main components:
- Motor with eccentric mechanism
- Control electronics
The motor drives the shaker’s eccentric mechanics and generates shaking effect. The electronics control the motor RPM, TIME and keyboard functions.
Specifications
The casings of Orbit P4, 300 and 1000 models are made of plastic. Bottom cover and upper plate are made of steel plate varnished with high resistant polyurethane lacquer. The housing of Orbit 1900 is made from a high-grade cold rolled steel plate and painted with a highly resistant polyurethane lacquer.
Orbit P4 Model
- Electric Power Supply 230V ± 10%, 50/60Hz or 120V ± 10%, 50/60Hz
- Motor Power 15W
- Fuse 2 x 0.25AT (230V) 2 x 1AT (120V)
- RPM Regulation Digital, load independent, from 100 to 1,200 rpm (1,400 rpm – 120V version) in 10 rpm steps
- Shaker Orbit 3 mm
- Timer 30 sec. to 99 min. 50 sec. in 10 sec. steps, under 10 min. in 1 sec. steps, timer HOLD function
- Maximum Load 0.66 lbs. (0.3 kg)
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 7.4 x 11.8 x 5.9 in. (18.8 x 30 x 15 cm)
- Weight 9.5 lbs. (4.3 kg)
Orbit 300 Model
- Electric Power Supply 230V ± 10%, 50/60Hz or 120V ± 10%, 50/60Hz
- Motor Power 15W
- Fuse 2 x 0.25AT (230V) 2 x 1AT (120V)
- RPM Regulation Digital, load independent, from 100 to 1,200 rpm in 10 rpm steps
- Shaker Orbit 3 mm
- Timer 30 sec. to 99 min. 50 sec. in 10 sec. steps, under 10 min. in 1 sec. steps, timer HOLD function
- Maximum Load 4.4 lbs. (2 kg)
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 10.3 x 13.3 x 5.1 in. (26.2 x 33.7 x 13 cm)
- Weight 12.35 lbs. (5.6 kg)
Orbit™ 1000 Model
- Electric Power Supply 230V ± 10%, 50/60Hz or 120V ± 10%, 50/60Hz
- Motor Power 15W
- Fuse 2 x 0.25AT (230V) 2 x 1AT (120V)
- RPM Regulation Digital, load independent, from 20 to 300 rpm in 1 rpm steps
- Shaker Orbit 19 mm
- Timer 30 sec. to 99 min. 50 sec. in 10 sec. steps, under 10 min. in 1 sec. steps, timer HOLD function
- Maximum Load 9 lbs. (4 kg)
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 10.3 x 13.3 x 5.1 in. (26.2 x 33.7 x 13 cm)
- Weight 16 lbs. (7.1 kg)
Orbit 1900 Model
- Electric Power Supply 230V ± 10%, 50/60Hz or 120V ± 10%, 50/60Hz
- Motor Power 50W
- Fuse 2 x 1AT (230V) 2 x 2AT (120V)
- RPM Regulation Digital, load independent, from 25 to 300 rpm in 1 rpm step
- Shaker Orbit 19 mm
- Timer 30 sec. to 99 min. 50 sec. in 10 sec. steps, under 10 min. in 1 sec. steps, timer HOLD function
- Maximum Load 22 lbs. (10 kg)
- Dimensions (W x D x H) 15.3 x 18.3 x 6.2 in. (39 x 46.5 x 16 cm)
- Weight 68.35 lbs. (31 kg)
Safety Information
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Always plug the unit into a properly grounded and fused outlet.
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Do not use the device near water sources. Take care, that water will not fall on the device, especially
during cleaning procedures. -
Do not use device in a caustic or explosive atmosphere.
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There are no user serviceable parts in the unit. Opening the unit may void the warranty.
In case of a malfunction or liquid being spilled into the unit, unplug the
device from its power outlet and contact Corning’s service department.
NOTE: In the case that the device does not function properly even if you
have exactly followed the instructions described in the User’s manual, contact
Corning’s customer service department. If the equipment is used in a manner
not specified by this manual, the equipment may become unsafe to operate,
could harm the user or the device, and may void the warranty. Do not shake
flammable or explosive samples or use the unit in a flammable or explosive
environment.
Installation
Unpacking
Before starting the installation, carefully examine the shaker for damage or
missing parts.
- Open the box and lift the device together with inner packing, out of the box.
- Remove the inner packing and check that the shaker has not been visibly damaged during transportation. Keep the packing material until you are sure that the shaker works properly.
- Check the information on the rear data label and verify the correct electrical rating:
- Model
- Serial Number
- Electrical rating
Should any kind of damage have occurred during transportation, immediately notify the carrier. The carrier is responsible for correcting damage caused in shipment.
Device Placement
When selecting the right place for device, please consider following:
- Put the device on smooth, horizontal and stable place.
- Leave enough space beyond the device for normal air circulation, min. 10 cm.
- Leave enough space around the device, so it can be easily controlled and maintained.
- Don’t use the device in surroundings where there are major temperature and humidity fluctuations. Also avoid locations in direct sun light or places near devices that produce heat.
- Avoid locations with excessive vibrations.
Attaching the Power Cord
Fit the main power cord, which is included in the package, into the power
receptacle on the shaker. Connect the other end of the cord to a properly
grounded wall outlet. To avoid interference from noise, surges and spikes, a
dedicated line is preferred. If no such line is available, avoid lines to
which powerful electric motors, refrigerators and similar devices are
connected.
Take care when you plug the cord to a grounded wall socket. Do not touch plug
with wet hands. Plug the cord to a grounded wall socket only with dry hand.
Environmental Requirements
The Orbit™ Digital Shakers have been built for operating in both cold and
heated laboratory environments and in high humidity environments as follows:
- At temperatures between 0°C and +60°C
- In humidity up to 85% (without condensation)
Installation of Shaker Platforms
Orbit™ P4
Unit comes with the platform already installed.
Orbit 300
Before you attach the platform, make sure that the slide stabilizers are properly fastened, adjusted and lubricated with the included grease. The flat mat platform has a circle cut-out in the rubber and screw holes in the center. Remove the cutout rubber circle and screw down the four screws onto the shaker. After attaching the platform, remove the non-adhesive backing paper on the rubber circle and paste it back into place. The grease which you use to lubricate the slide stabilizers is sufficient for 1000 working hours (1 year). After that time you should remove the shaking platform and clean, adjust, and re-grease the slide stabilizers. If they are worn out, you should replace them with new stabilizers and set to appropriate height.
Orbit 1000 and Orbit 1900
The Orbit 1000 and Orbit 1900 model shakers have available a variety of
platforms to meet most shaking needs. These platforms mount to the shakers via
four mounting platforms which easily plug into four rubber mount points on the
top of the shaker.
Operating Instructions
Control Panel
- POWER switch – to turn the shaker ON (power switch illuminates) or OFF.
- RUN – green signal light illuminated when the shaker is running.
- TIME – yellow signal light illuminated when the shaker is set on time.
- RPM – yellow signal light illuminated when the shaker is set on rpm.
- ENCODER – by rotating the encoder right (+) or left (-) you can change the set TIME or RPM. Push the encoder to switch between TIME and RPM set values. If you rotate the ENCODER knob fast then values go up or down on display very quickly.
- START/STOP button – START or STOP operating
- When the run time has elapsed or when you press the START/STOP button, the display will show “End” and the Run light will flash.
Basic Operation
- Press the POWER switch on control panel. The Orbit™ Digital Shaker automatically detects supply frequency of 50 or 60Hz, and displays F50 or F60.
Then the display switches to show the set time and illuminates the Time light
.
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Time signal light is on. By rotating the encoder right (+) or left (-) the set time can be selected from 30 sec. to 99 min. 50 sec.:
- 99.5 = 99 min. 50 sec.
- 9.59 = 9 min. 59 sec.
- 0.30 = 30 sec.
- If you want to set the timer to hold turn the knob left or right until “HLd” is displayed. You can reach the “HLd” function by setting to under 0.30 or above 99.5.
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Push down on the encoder knob to switch modes between time set mode and RPM set mode. RPM signal light is on. By rotating the encoder right (+) or left (-) the desired RPM can be selected:
- 34 = 340 rpm
- 120 = 1,200 rpm
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Press START/STOP button to start operation. RUN and TIME signal lights. Shaker runs and counts down time from set value.
NOTE: You can not modify the set time during shaking, however, you can stop the unit with the START/STOP button and then reset the time.
Changing the RPM during shaking -
Push the encoder knob to put the shaker into RPM set mode (RPM signal light will be on).
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Rotate the encoder right (+) or left (-) to set the desired value. In the meantime RPM signal light will flash.
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When you stop rotating the encoder knob the signal light for RPM will stop flashing after 2 sec.
When shaker completely stops the set speed and time will return to the last programmed values.
Additional Operations
- If you want to view the set value for RPM during shaking, rotate the encoder knob for ONE CLICK right (+) or left (-). RPM signal light will then flash for 2 sec. and the display will show the set RPM and the light will stop flashing.
NOTE: Shaker must be in RPM mode – RPM signal light must be on.
- If you want to view the set value for TIME during shaking, rotate the encoder knob for ONE CLICK right (+) or left (-). Time signal light will then flash for 2 sec. and the display will show the set TIME and the light will stop flashing.
NOTE: Shaker must be in TIME mode — TIME signal must be on
Troubleshooting
Should you have a question about the operation of the Labnet Orbit™ Digital Shakers or if service is required, contact your Corning representative. Do not send in a unit for service without first calling to obtain a repair authorization number. Should the unit require return to Corning for service, it should be properly packed to avoid damage. Any damage resulting from improper packaging shall be the responsibility of the user.
Maintenance and Cleaning
- With the exception of the occasional maintenance described in Section 5. of this manual, no scheduled maintenance is normally required. However, an experienced technician should regularly check the device operation at least once a year to make sure it is operating correctly.
- Regular cleaning of the housing is recommended.
Cleaning
The housing of the shaker unit can be cleaned with special cleaners for
polyurethane plastic surfaces. A damp (not wet) cloth is recommended.
NOTE: Do not use any aggressive or abrasive cleaners (acetone, nitro,
polish etc.) because the surface can get permanently damaged.
Prior to any cleaning or maintenance of the device, unplug the power cord from
the wall socket.
Accessories
Limited Warranty
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