CORNING PC-611 User manual

Corning®PC-611
Stirrer
Instruction Manual
Catalog Number:
6795-611
This manual is available in additional languages at www.corning.com/lifesciences.

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Table of Contents
1.0 Safety Information .................................................................................................3
2.0 Operating Conditions ............................................................................................4
3.0 Preventative Maintenance...................................................................................5
4.0 Stirring.......................................................................................................................5
5.0 ProductSpecications...........................................................................................5
6.0 Accessories ...............................................................................................................5
7.0 Limited Warranty....................................................................................................6
8.0 Equipment Disposal...............................................................................................7

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1.0 Safety Information
This instruction manual contains important operating and maintenance
instructions that must be read, understood, and followed by the product
user. Failure to use this product according to this instruction manual may
degrade or defeat the protection normally provided by this product. Read
this instruction manual prior to product use and keep this instruction
manual for future reference.
Safety Precautions
Caution - Risk of Danger: Cautions there is material in the
instruction manual which must be read, understood, and
followed in order to preserve product safety features.
Protective earth; protective ground.
Indicates disposal instruction. DO NOT throw this unit into
a municipal trash bin when this unit has reached the end of
its lifetime. To protect the global environment and minimize
pollution, please recycle this unit.
Warnings
Personal InjuryPersonal Injury
 Iftheequipmentisusedinamannernotspeciedbythismanual,the
equipment may become unsafe to operate, could harm the user or the
device, and may void the warranty.
This product is designed for use in laboratory environments by persons
knowledgeable in safe laboratory practices.
Always wear safety glasses and other appropriate protective equipment
when operating this product.
Electric ShockElectric Shock
This product must be connected to a grounded power outlet for safe
functioning.
Use only the power cord supplied with the product.
Position the product for use so the power cord can be easily disconnected
without having to move the product.
Disconnect the power cord before moving or cleaning the unit.

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Product DamageProduct Damage
Keep top surface clean.
Do not immerse unit for cleaning. Wipe down with a damp cloth.
Do not modify ground power plug. Use only properly grounded outlets to
avoid shock hazard.
Use appropriate hand and eye protection when handling hazardous
chemicals. Gross weight of items placed on top of the stirrer should not
exceed 100 lbs. Use proper lifting techniques when transferring vessels to
and from the stirrer.
 Personalinjuryorproductdamagemayresultifthestirrerismodiedin
any way.
These units are not explosion or spark-proof.
 Donotstirvolatileorammablematerials.
 Donotoperatethisproductnearvolatileorammablematerials.
Do not modify the stirrer electrically or mechanically without Corning’s
written approval.
Use only with heavy wall (min. 2.5 mm thickness) vessels. If used with
non-heavy vessels (less than 2.5 mm thickness) breakage may occur as
a result of the stir bar decoupling.
2.0 Operating Conditions
The PC-611 is designed to be safe when used under the following conditions:
Indoor use
Altitude up to 2,000 meters
Temperature of 0°C to 40°C
 Productshouldbeplacedonaatsurfaceatleast12in.(30.5cm)from
walls, 48 in. (122 cm) from ceilings, and 12 in. (30.5 cm) from other stirrers
if using multiple units.
Maximum relative humidity of 80% for temperatures up to 31°C
decreasing linearly to 50% relative humidity at 40°C.
 Mainsupplyvoltageuctuationsnottoexceed±10%ofthenominal
voltage.
Installation Category II: Product is designed for connection to an electrical
branchcircuitinsideabuildingwithmainsupplyvoltageuctuationsnot
exceeding±10%ofthenominalvoltage.
Pollution Degree 2: Any foreign matter that may accumulate on or within
the product during normal use is not electrically conductive.

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3.0 Preventative Maintenance
Disconnect the power by unplugging the unit before performing any
maintenance or service.
Always use a grounded power outlet.
Clean spills promptly.
Do not immerse the unit for cleaning.
Look for damage to the power cord. If cord is damaged, replace it
immediately.
4.0 Stirring
To operate the unit, turn the dial until the dial indicator lines up with the
desired dial setting. The PC-611 will not stir when the dial setting is turned
to the “0” position.
5.0ProductSpecications
Electrical Requirements 120V/50-60Hz/144W/1.2A
Fuse Rating 120V/4A
Speed Range 100 to 1,500 rpm
Stirring Capacity Designed for 5 gallon (19L) vessels,
and can stir up to 10 gallons (38L)
Surface Material ABS plastic
Surface Dimensions (L x H) 11 x 11 in. (27.9 x 27.9 cm)
Overall Dimensions (W x L x H) 12.0 x 14.4 x 4.8 in. (30.48 x 36.58 x 12.19 cm)
Weight 11 lbs. (5 kg)
6.0 Accessories
Cat. No. Description
409000 PC-611 stir bar

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7.0 Limited Warranty
Corning Incorporated (Corning) warrants that this product will be free
from defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years
from date of purchase. CORNING DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
WHETHER EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES
OF MERCHANTABILITY OR OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Corning’s
sole obligation shall be to repair or replace, at its option, any product or
part thereof that proves defective in material or workmanship within
thewarrantyperiod,providedthepurchasernotiesCorningofanysuch
defect. Corning is not liable for any incidental or consequential damages,
commercial loss, or any other damages from the use of this product.
This warranty is valid only if the product is used for its intended purpose
andwithintheguidelinesspeciedinthesuppliedinstructionmanual.
This warranty does not cover damage caused by accident, neglect, misuse,
improper service, natural forces, or other causes not arising from defects
in original material or workmanship. This warranty does not cover motor
brushes,fuses,lightbulbs,batteries,ordamagetopaintornish.Claimsfor
transitdamageshouldbeledwiththetransportationcarrier.
Intheeventthisproductfailswithinthespeciedperiodoftimebecauseof
a defect in material or workmanship, contact Corning Customer Service at:
USA/Canada 1.800.492.1110, outside the U.S. +1.978.442.2200, visit
www.corning.com/lifesciences,orcontactyourlocalsupportofce.
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or coordinate a return authorization number and shipping instructions.
Products received without proper authorization will be returned. All items
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or other suitable carton, padded to avoid damage. Corning will not be
responsible for damage incurred by improper packaging. Corning may elect
for onsite service for larger equipment.
Some states do not allow limitation on the length of implied warranties
or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages.
Thiswarrantygivesyouspeciclegalrights.Youmayhaveotherrights
which vary from state to state.
No individual may accept for, or on behalf of Corning, any other obligation
of liability, or extend the period of this warranty.
For your reference, make a note of the model number, serial number, date
of purchase, and supplier here.
Model No. ________________________ Date Purchased _________________________
Serial No. _________________________ Supplier_______________________________

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8.0 Equipment Disposal
According to Directive 2012/19/EU of the European Parliament and Council
of 4th July 2012 on waste and electronic equipment (WEEE) as amended,
the Corning® PC-611 Stirrer is marked with the crossed-out wheeled bin and
must not be disposed of with domestic waste.
Consequently, the buyer shall follow the instructions for reuse and recycling
of waste electronic and electrical equipment (WEEE) provided with the
products and available at the following link: www.corning.com/weee.

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