Biosan MPS-1 User manual

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Contents
1. Safety precautions ...................................................................................................4
2. General information..................................................................................................5
3. Getting started..........................................................................................................6
4. Operation .................................................................................................................8
5. Specifications.........................................................................................................10
6. How to choose the right mode of mixing ................................................................11
7. Maintenance...........................................................................................................12
8. Warranty and Claims. Registration.........................................................................13
9. EU Declaration of Conformity.................................................................................14

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1. Safety precautions
The following symbols mean:
Caution: Make sure you have fully read and understood the present
Instructions before using the equipment. Please pay special attention
to sections marked by this symbol.
GENERAL SAFETY
Use only as specified in the operating instructions provided.
Save the unit from falls and damage.
Store and transport the unit in a horizontal position (see package label) at ambient
temperatures between -20°C and +60°C and maximum relative humidity of 80%.
After transport or storage in humid conditions and before connecting to the mains,
keep the unit under room temperature for 2-3 hrs.
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 design of the unit.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Connect only to external power supply with voltage corresponding to that on the serial
number label.
Ensure that the external power supply and plug are easily accessible during use.
Do not plug the unit into an ungrounded power socket, and donot use an ungrounded
extension lead.
Disconnect the unit from the mains before moving.
If liquid penetrates into the unit, disconnect it from the mains 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.
DURING OPERATION
Do not impede the platform motion.
Do not apply excessive pressure on platform sides to avoid damage to the unit.
Do not operate the unit in environments with aggressive or explosive chemical
mixtures. Please contact manufacturer for possible operation of the unit in specific
atmospheres.
Do not use outside the laboratory rooms.
Do not operate the unit if it is faulty or has been repaired incorrectly.
Do not place a load exceeding the maximum load value mentioned in the
Specifications section of this instructions.
BIOLOGICAL SAFETY
It is user responsibility to carry out appropriate decontamination if hazardous material
is spilt on or penetrates into the equipment

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2. General information
MPS-1 Multi Plate Shaker for small volumes provides adjustable mixing of reagents
in microplates, PCR plates, deepwell plates and test tubes from 0.2 to 2 ml. MPS-1 also
features a vortex function –vortex head is integrated into theplatform holder. Vortex function
is available for single test tube from 0.2 to 50 ml.
The Shaker is compact, user-friendly and ideal for personal use. MPS-1 can be used
in a wide range of applications, including DNA/RNAisolation and further sample preparation,
pellet resuspension, ELISA.
MPS-1 High–Speed Multi Plate Shaker has 5 preprogrammed mixing modes:
SOFT ........................................................................................................1000 RPM
MEDIUM ...................................................................................................1800 RPM
HARD .......................................................................................................2600 RPM
TUBE VORTEX ........................................................................................3200 RPM
CUSTOM ........................................................300-3200 RPM (increment 100 RPM)
Please see our recommendations, how to choose the right mode for mixing of
different types of plates, microtubes and strips in section 6.
Pulse mode is activated by a separate key on the front panel and features a cycle of
3 second pulses: each increasing linearly in RPM until the set speed is reached, mixes for 3
seconds, then comes to a full stop. Cycles are repeated until the timer stops. This mode
provides a constant state of resuspension of particles, due to the constantly changing
acceleration.
Universal platform holder accommodates microplates, skirted PCR plates and
deepwell plates. Four easily interchangeable additional platforms are available for semi- or
unskirted PCR plates, 0.2 ml, 0.5 ml, 1.5 ml, 2 ml test tubes and 8x0.2 ml strips.
Digital timer can be set from 15 seconds to 60 minutes. Unit stops automatically after
set time has elapsed.
Multi-functional MPS-1 combines shaking and single tube vortexing function!

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3. 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. The
warranty does not cover in-transit damage. Warranty covers only the units
transported in the original package.
3.2. Complete set. Package contents:
Standard set
- MPS-1, multi plate shaker with universal platform and plate holder ..............1 pce
- External power supply.......................................................................................1 pce
- Operating Instructions; Certificate ..................................................................1 copy
Optional accessories
- Platform P-2/24 for 24x1.5-2 ml tubes ...................................................on request
- Platform P-05/32 for 32x0.5 ml tubes ....................................................on request
- Platform P-02/05 for 24x0.5 ml and 48x0.2 ml tubes ............................on request
- Platform P-02-96 for 96x0.2 ml tubes
or a PCR plate, semiskirted or unskirted ...............................................on request
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3.3. Setup:
- Place the unit upon even horizontal non-flammable surface 30 cm away from any
flammable materials;
- Remove protective film from the display;
- Plug the external power supply into the socket at the rear side of the unit;

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3.4. Platform or plate installation:
Install the platform or plate by inserting it in the universal platform/plate holder. Push
the rear end of platform/plate into spring clamps (fig. 1/) and finish installation by
pushing from the top (fig. 1/).
3.5. Platform or plate removal:
Remove the platform or plate by pushing the rear end of platform/plate into spring
clamps (fig. 2/) and lift the front edge up (fig. 2/).
Fig. 1. Platform or plate installation
Fig. 2. Platform or plate removal

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4. Operation
Recommendations during operation
Caution! Please check the tubes/plates before using, be sure that they are
properly sealed. Unsealed tubes or plates may spill the contents
during operation causing potential health risks when working with
infected material.
It is recommended to fill the test tubes/plate wells up to 75% of the maximum fill
volume for efficient mixing.
To avoid damage to the unit, do not apply excessive pressure on platform sides.
4.1. Connect the external power supply to mains and turn on the power switch located on
the rear panel of the unit (position I).
4.2. Place the plate or optional platform on the universal platform/plate holder (see 3.4.)
Insert the tubes into the sockets of the optional platform.
4.3. Setting the working mode. Use the Mode key (fig. 3/3) to set the required working
mode: CUSTOM, SOFT, MEDIUM, HARD, TUBE VORTEX. Operation in SOFT,
MEDIUM, HARD and TUBE VORTEX modes differ from CUSTOM mode with a fixed,
non-adjustable speed value (see paragraph 5.2).
Caution! Please check advised mixing modes for your chosen plate or platform
in section 6. How to choose the right mode of mixing.
We recommend to use CUSTOM mode (adjustable speed) before
mixing in order to determine the optimum efficiency. Do not use
HARD and TUBE VORTEX modes for microtube platforms and
deepwell plates.
4.4. Setting the parameters. Press and hold the key for more than 3 s to increase the
value changing rate. Set parameters are shown at the top of the display.
4.4.1. Set the required working time interval in minutes and seconds (increment 15 s) using
the Time ▲ and▼ keys (fig. 3/2).
4.4.2. When using the CUSTOM working mode, set the required speed (increment 100
RPM) using the RPM ▲ and▼ keys (fig. 3/5).
4.5. Operation in CUSTOM, SOFT, MEDIUM, HARD, TUBE VORTEX modes.
4.5.1. Set the working mode and time interval. When using the CUSTOM mode, set the
necessary speed.
4.5.2. Press the Start Stop key (fig. 3/4). The platform starts motion, and display shows
countdown of the timer, in the upper line of the display.
Note. Shaking speed may be adjusted in CUSTOM mode during platform
rotation using the RPM ▲ and▼ keys.

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Fig. 3. Control panel
4.6. Operation in PULSE mode.
4.6.1. Set the required operation parameters, time and mixing mode.
4.6.2. Press the Pulse Mode Key (fig. 3/1). The platform starts the following cycle:
acceleration –short mixing (duration 3 s) –slowdown. Display shows the 
indication and the timer countdown.
4.7. After finishing the program (after the set time elapses) the platform motion stops and
display shows the flashing indication STOP, accompanied by one short sound signal
(if the set time was less than 1 min) or repetitive sound signal (if the set time was
greater than 1 min). Press the Start Stop key to turn off the signal.
4.8. The unit can be stopped before the set time elapses if necessary by pressing the
Start Stop key. The program resets and the platform stops, the display shows the
flashing indication STOP and set time interval. Depending on the operation mode,
press either the Start Stop key or the Pulse Mode Key to repeat the operation with
the same working time and speed.
4.9. If the working time is set to zero and the display shows 00:00, pressing either the
Start Stop key or Pulse Mode Key starts continuous operation of the unit until the
Start Stop key is pressed.
4.10. After finishing the operation, turn the unit off using the power switch at the rear panel
(position O) and disconnect the external power supply from the mains.

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5. Specifications
The unit is designed for operation in cold rooms, incubators (excluding CO2incu-
bators) and closed laboratory rooms at ambient temperature from +4°C to +40°C in a non-
condensing atmosphere and maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31°C
decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C.
5.1. Speed control range
CUSTOM.........................................................300-3200 RPM (increment 100 RPM)
5.2. Preset shaking mode speed (fixed)
TUBE VORTEX ........................................................................................3200 RPM
HARD........................................................................................................2600 RPM
MEDIUM....................................................................................................1800 RPM
SOFT.........................................................................................................1000 RPM
5.3. Pulse Mode ........................................................acceleration-mixing-stopping cycle
5.4. Vortexing tube volume range ..................................................................0.2 to 50 ml
5.5. Maximum shaking volume.................................................................................30 ml
5.6. Maximum load .................................................................................................0.3 kg
5.7. Orbit ..................................................................................................................3 mm
5.8. Acceleration time to maximum speed ...................................................................5 s
5.9. Digital timer.....................................................0-60 min. (increment 15 s) / non-stop
5.10. Noise level, not more .....................................................................................65 dBA
5.11. Maximum continuous operation time.....................................................................8 h
5.12. Dimensions ................................................................................... 225x215x150 mm
5.13. Input current / power consumption.............................................12 V, 800 mA /10 W
5.14. External power supply................................in AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz, out DC 12 V
5.15. Weight*.............................................................................................................5.1 kg
Optional platforms
Description
Catalogue number
P-2/24
Platform for 24 microtubes of 1.5-2 ml
BS-010216-AK
P-05/32
Platform for 32 microtubes of 0.5 ml
BS-010216-BK
P-02/96
Platform for 96 microtubes of 0.2 ml
or PCR plate with semiskirt or unskirted
BS-010216-CK
P-02/05
Platform for 24 microtubes of 0.5 ml
and 48 microtubes of 0.2 ml
BS-010216-DK
Biosan is committed to a continuous programme of improvement and reserves the
right to alter design and specifications of the equipment without additional notice.
* Accurate within ± 10%

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6. How to choose the right mode of mixing
6.1. Before mixing, we recommend to use CUSTOM mode with adjustable speed in order
to determine the optimum efficiency.
Caution! Do not use HARD and TUBE VORTEX modes for tube platforms or
deep well plates.
6.2. The available standard mixing modes for different platform/plate combinations are
given in the table below.
–Efficient mixing
–Not recommended (increased sound level)
–Forbidden
Platforms
Modes
SOFT
1000 RPM
MEDIUM
1800 RPM
HARD
2600 RPM
Deep well plate (full), height 44 mm, volume 2000 μl
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Deep well plate (full), height 29 mm, volume 500 μl
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Immunoplate (full), height 15 mm, volume 300 μl
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Skirted PCR plate (full), height 15 mm, volume 200 μl
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Platform P-2/24 (1,5 ml tubes), 24 x 1.5 or 2 ml
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Platform P-05/32 (full), 32 x 0.5 ml
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Platform P-02/05 (full), 24 x 0.5 ml and 48 x 0.2 ml
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Platform P-02/96 (full), 96 x 0.2 ml or PCR plate
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Tubes*, ml
TUBE VORTEX
3200 RPM
0.5
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1.5
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2.0
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15
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50
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* Recommended tube fill level –75% of maximum volume

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7. Maintenance
7.1. If the unit requires maintenance, disconnect the unit from the electric circuit and
contact Biosan or your local Biosan representative.
7.2. All maintenance and repair operations must be performed only by qualified and
specially trained personnel.
7.3. Standard ethanol (75%) or other cleaning agents recommended for cleaning of
laboratory equipment can be used for cleaning and decontamination of the unit.
Optional platforms listed in the table on page 10 in the Specifications section are
made from ethylene-vinyl acetate (EVA) foam. To clean them, use mild soap and
water with a soft cloth or sponge. Wipe excess water with an absorbent soft cloth or
sponge.
For decontamination, it is recommended to use a special DNA/RNA removing
solution (e.g. DNA-Exitus PlusTM, RNase-Exitus PlusTM).

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8. Warranty and Claims. Registration
8.1. The Manufacturer guarantees the compliance of the unit with the requirements of
Specifications, provided the Customer follows the operation, storage and trans-
portation instructions.
8.2. The warranted service life of the unit from the date of its delivery to the Customer is
24 months (excluding platforms mentioned in the table on page 10). For extended
warranty, see p. 8.5.
8.3. Warranty covers only the units transported in the original package.
8.4. If any manufacturing defects are discovered by the Customer, an unsatisfactory
equipment claim shall be compiled, certified and sent to the local distributor ad-dress.
To obtain the claim form, visit section Technical support on our website at link
below.
8.5. Extended warranty. For MPS-1, a Premium class model, one year of extended
warranty is available free of charge after registration, during 6 months from the date
of sale. Online registration form can be found in section Warranty registration on
our website at the link below.
8.6. Description of the classes of our products is available in the Product class de-
scription section on our website at the link below.
Technical support
Warranty registration
Product class description
biosan.lv/en/support
biosan.lv/register-en
biosan.lv/classes-en
8.7. 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
MPS-1, Multi Plate Shaker
Serial number
Date of sale

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9. EU Declaration of Conformity
Unit type Rockers, shakers, rotators, vortexes
Models MR-1, MR-12;
3D, Multi Bio 3D, PSU-10i, PSU-20i, MPS-1, PSU-2T;
Bio RS-24, Multi Bio RS-24, Multi RS-60;
V-1 plus, V-32, MSV-3500
Serial number 14 digits styled XXXXXXYYMMZZZZ, where XXXXXX is
model code, YY and MM –year and month of production,
ZZZZ –unit number.
Manufacturer SIA BIOSAN
Latvia, LV-1067, Riga, Ratsupites str. 7/2
Applicable Directives EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
LVD Directive 2014/35/EU
RoHS2 2011/65/EU
WEEE 2012/19/EU
Applicable Standards LVS EN 61326-1: 2013
Electrical equipment for measurement, control and
laboratory use. EMC requirements. General requirements.
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.
We declare that this product conforms to the requirements of the above Directives
____________________ ____________________
Signature Signature
Svetlana Bankovska Aleksandr Shevchik
Managing director Engineer of R&D
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Date Date

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Edition 2.02 –December 2016