Elmi DRS-12 User manual
USER MANUAL
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Digital Orbital Shaker
DRS-12
Orbital
Rotation
Rocking
Platform
Reciprocal
Wave
Autoreverse
Rotation
Vibration Incubation
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Content
Introduction.............................. 3
................... 3
Delivery package ......................... 3
Safety ................................... 4
Preparation to use ........................ 4
The device .............................. 5
Control description ....................... 6
Main menu (using the device).............. 7
Cycles menu............................. 7
Creating cycle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Rocking mode ........................... 8
Rock and hold mode...................... 8
Custom cycle program example............ 9
Disinfection and cleaning................. 10
Transportation and storage ............... 10
Warranty statements..................... 10
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Contact information ......................11
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Introduction
Dear user!
Shaker DRS-12 is simple and reliable device. We ask you to consider technical requirements of exploitation to provide
the use of the equipment without problems for a long period of time.
General information
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ing of the platform. Electronic system controls all parameters and displays them on LED indicators. The shaker DRS-12
is quiet, and provides variable angles and speeds of platform rocking.
Size of working space of platform: mm 257 x 307
Tilt angle, degree: 1 - 12
1 - 50
Timer: 1 minute – 9 hours 59 minutes
Maximum load, kg 5 total / 2 on edge
Environmental temperature, °C from +4 to + 45
Relative moisture of atmosphere (at the temperature of 20 °C) no more than 80 %
The recommended pulley block: 24VDC - 1 A
Voltage and frequency: 110-240V 50/60Hz
Maximal power consumption, W 24
Size of the device (length x width x height) mm 275x310x110
Weight, kg 3,6
Delivery Package
Item Quantity
Shaker DRS-12........................................................................................... 1
Power supply adapter 24V - 1 A............................................................................1
Anti slip mat .............................................................................................1
User manual ............................................................................................. 1
Packaging ............................................................................................... 1
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Safety
General safety
• Use only as directed in the operating instructions provided.
• The unit should not be used if it has encountered a physical shock or has been dropped.
• The unit must be stored and transported in a horizontal position (see package label).
• After transport or storage allow the unit to dry out (2-3 hrs) before connecting to mains power. Use only original
accessories provided by the manufacturer and ordered
•
Electrical safety
• Connect to the mains only with a voltage corresponding to that on the serial number label. Ensure that the switch
and plug are easily accessible during use.
• Do not plug the unit into the main outlet without grounding, and do not use extension lead without grounding.
• Before moving the unit, disconnect it from the mains. To turn off the unit, disconnect the power plug from the
mains outlet.
• It is the user’s responsibility to carry out appropriate decontamination if hazardous material is spilt on or inside
the equipment. If liquid is split inside the unit, disconnect it from the mains and have it checked by a competent
person.
During operation
• Do not block the platform movement.
• Do not leave the operating unit unattended.
• Do not operate the unit in environments with aggressive or explosive chemical mixtures.
• Do not operate the unit if it is faulty or been incorrectly installed.
• For indoor use only.
• Before using any cleaning or decontamination method except those recommended by the manufacturer, check
with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not damage the equipment.
•
Biological safety
• It is the user’s responsibility to carry out appropriate decontamination if hazardous material is spilt on or inside the
equipment.
Preparation to use
• Unpack the device. Please keep the packaging material for trasportation or storage purposes.
• If the machine was stored at a temperature below 0°C , make sure that it is kept at room
• temperature for at least two hours before turning it on.
• Place the shaker onto a level, horizontal surface.
• Examine the power adapter and appearance of device for damadge.
• Connect the power cord to the centrifuge, insert the adapter in to the socket and press network
• switch at ( I ) symbol. Display will light up on the control panel.
• Check the platform. Try rotating it by hand. There should be no noise or obstacles to smooth
• running.
• Check the surrounding of device. Safety distance of 30cm must be observed around the device
• during operation.
• Check for other signs of damage or malfunction.
ATTENTION !
If there is any apparent damage or malfunction, DO NOT TURN ON the shaker without consulting a specialist.
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1, 2
3
4
6
5
Device
1 .......................... Network switch
2 .............................. Power plug
3 ............................. Anti slip mat
4 .........................Working platform
5 ..................................Casing
6 ............................ Control panel
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Control description
Control panel
Up and down
navigation keys
Entering and exiting
key in programming
mode to set the step
parameter.
Setting key to man-
age the interface of
device.
Left, right navigation
keys and increasing,
decreasing parame-
ter value keys.
Start stop key.
Entering and exiting
key cycle mode.
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Using the device
Main menu
Set the desired working mode parameters: time, RPM and tilt
angle using the navigation keys on the control panel. To launch
the operation, press start key.
Last minute on the timer is counted in seconds, if you wish to
enable non stop operation set the maximum time value, a cor-
responding symbol will be shown on the display.
Mode parameters:
•
• PRM: 1 - 50.
• Angle: 1-12
Cycles menu
You can create a cycle program using the cycle menu. Combine the various shaker working modes in multiple steps.
To enter or exit cycles mode press the cycles mode button.
A light indicator will light up when entered.
Creating cycle
Create a custom cycle by adding up to four steps and a number of repeat cycles as required. You can set the number
of repeat cycles on the bottom line of the programming menu. Ranges are from 1 to 99, or continuos mode. Total cycle
time is show on the bottom line of cycle menu.
You can assign the desired operating mode to the cycle step:
1. Rocking mode
2. Rock and hold
3. No operation
NUMBER OF CYCLES
CYCLE STEPS
STEP TYPE ICON
TOTAL CYCLE TIME
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Using the device
Rocking mode
Rocking mode - classic platform rocking motion mode with adjustable speed and time parameters.
Mode parameters:
•
• PRM: 1 - 50.
• Angle: ±1-12
Rock and hold mode
Rock and hold - platform one way motion (forward or backward) mode with a pause at the lowest point of platform tilt
for a set time. Adjustable RPM, pause time and the angle of platform tilt.
Mode parameters:
•
• PRM: 1 - 50.
• Angle: +/-1-12
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Programming menu
Custom cycle program example
Enter the Cycle programming menu
1 Select the 1st step and press “ENTER” key.
1.1 In step menu’s bottom line select the rock and hold mode; set the parameters: time 5 seconds, 50 RPM, +12°
angle and press “ENTER”.
2 Select the 2nd step and press “ENTER” key.
2.1 In step menu’s bottom line select the rocking mode; the parameters: time 5 seconds, 50 RPM, ±6° angle and
press “ENTER”.
3 Select the 3rd step and press “ENTER” key.
3.1 In step menu’s bottom line select the rock and hold mode; set the parameters: time 5 seconds, 50 RPM, -12°
angle and press “ENTER”.
4 Select the 4th step and press “ENTER” key.
4.1 Go to the step menu’s bottom line and select the “NO OPERATION” mode and press “ENTER”.
5 In the program menu bottom line set the cycle value to 16. Total time for the program will be 4 minutes.
The program is ready! Press start button to run the program.
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General information
Disinfection and cleaning
Shaker and accessories must be cleaned once a week to avoid corrosion and changes to material. Disconnect the
device from mains power supply and clean it separately. The platform, accessories and exterior of the shaker should
be cleaned with a moist cloth. Only use neutral agents to clean these parts. To disinfect, use an alcohol-based disin-
fectant
(70% isopropanol/water mixture). If corrosive, toxic or radioactive liquids or pathogenic bacteria are spilled on the plat-
form, shaker must be decontaminated thoroughly.
Transportation and storage
To ensure safety during transportation, the equipment should be packed in the original manufacturer’s packaging or
similar packaging substitute.
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ed accordingly to transportation regulations. Equipment should be stored in original manufacturers packaging in dry
room with humidity not more then 80% and temperature range of +10°C up to +40°C. It is not recommended to store
the equipment more then 36 month.
Warranty statements
• Warranty applies to 24 month period from the date of purchasing.
• Malfunctions that occur due to a fault of the manufacturer, during warranty period, are repaired free of charge.
• Warranty is is not valid in the following cases:
- If the serial number label of the manufacturer is damaged.
- If damage occurs as a result of incorrect operation, transportation or storage.
• These documents are necessary if applying for warranty repair:
- User manual with serial number of the machine.
• Warranty repair can be performed only if the equipment is delivered in the original manufacturers packaging or
equally safe packaging.
• Before returning for warranty repair ensure that the device is fully cleaned, decontaminated and does not present
any kind of helth risk to our staff.
• If the above warranty requirements are not met, repair charges are applied to the customer.
• For all further questions concerning usage and maintenance, please contact the manufacturer or product vendor.
Manufacturers’ address.
21-133 Aizkraukles Str., Riga LV-1006
Tel: (+371) 6755 8743
Fax: (+371) 6755 1934
E-mail: info@elmi-tech.com
www.elmi-tech.com
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Certicate of approval
Shaker DRS-12
has been inspected for the technical conditions and meets all regulations necessary for this class of device.
Quality control person _______________________________________________________________________________ (name) (signature)
Date of manufacture ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ .
Place for stamp.
_________________________________________________________________________________________ .
Address ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ .
Phone __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ .
Vendor _____________________________________________________________________________________________ (name) (signature).
Date of sale _____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ .
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Phone: (747) 226-3330
Phone: (371) 6755-8743
5115 Douglas Fir Rd Suite I,
Calabasas, California 91302
info@elminorthamerica.com
elminorthamerica.com
21-133 Aizkraukles Str., Riga LV-1006
Fax: (+371) 6755 1934
E-mail: info@elmi-tech.com
www.elmi-tech.com
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