GE Vacugene User manual

Instructions 80-1265-18 AH Vacugene Vacuum Blotting Pump
GE Healthcare
Unpacking
Unpack the units and accessories. Do not discard
any packing materials until each item has been
checked against the packing list supplied with the
instrument.
Inspect all items for transit damage. If damage has
occurred, contact your local GE Healthcare
office and advise the transport company concerned.
Installing and operating the pump
1 Place the VacuGene™ Pump within reach of an electrical outlet.
Note: This instrument is for indoor use only.
2 Check that the mains power switch on sawbuck panel of the
pump is OFF (in the 0 position).
3 The mains power inlet, fuses and mains ON/OFF switch are
located on the back panel of the vacuum pump.
4 Fit the mains cable into the mains power inlet and connect it to
the mains power supply. Ensure that the mains cable is plugged
into a fully grounded mains outlet.
5 The power inlet and power supply shall always be easily
accessible.
6 Ensure that all air inlets and outlets are free from obstruction.
7 Make sure the instrument is placed on a stable laboratory work
bench.
8 Using the tubing supplied with VacuGene XL Blotting Unit,
connect the pump inlet on the front panel to the connection on
the blotting unit. The needle valve controls the vacuum pressure
and the vacuum gauge gives readings in the range 0-100 mbar
with an accuracy of + 5%.
9The low pressure VacuGene Vacuum Blotting Pump requires no
regular maintenance.
To protect the pump, the liquid trap supplied with the VacuGene XL
Blotting Unit should be installed between the pump and a blotting
unit. A “T” connector is provided to attach a second blotting unit to the
vacuum pump, if required.
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Fig.1 Pump unit front panel.
Fig.2 Pump unit back panel.
WARNING! All repairs should be done by personnel
authorized by GE Healthcare. Do not open any covers
or replace any parts unless specifically stated in the
instructions.
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Instructions 80-1265-18 AH 06-2008
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Fig.3 Typical arrangement of pump, liquid trap and blotting unit.
Technical Specifications
Important User Information
CE Certification
This product complies with the European directives listed
below, by fulfillling corresponding standards. A copy of the
Declaration of Conformity is available on request.
• 73/23/EEC, Low voltage Directive
• 89/336/EEC EMC Directive
Note: The declaration of conformity is valid for the instrument when
it is
-used in laboratory locations
- used in the same state as it was delivered from GE Health
except for alterations described in the user manual
- used as a “stand alone” unit or connected to other CE
labelled GE Healthcare instruments or other products as
recommended.
WARNING!
The Warning sign is used to call attention to the
necessity to follow an instruction in detail to avoid
personal injury. Be sure not to proceed until the
instructions are clearly understood and all stated
conditions are met.
CAUTION!
The caution sign highlights instructions that must be followed to
avoid damage to the product or other equipment. Do not proceed
until all stated conditions are met and clearly understood.
Note:
The Note sign is used to indicate information important for trouble-
free and optimal use of the product.
Recycling:
This symbol indicates that the waste of electrical and
electronic equipment must not be disposed as unsorted
municipal waste and must be collected separately.
Please contact an authorized representative of the
manufacturer for information concerning the
decommissioning of equipment.
Vacuum range: 0-100 mbar
Environment: +4 to +40 ºC
20 - 95% relative humidity
Warm-up time: 2 minutes
Supply voltage: 100-110 V ~ 50 Hz (80-1265-14)
100-120 V ~ 50 Hz (80-1265-14)
230-240 V ~ 50 Hz (80-1265-15)
Fuse specifications: (80-1265-14) T1.25A L 250 V
(80-1265-15) T 800mA L 250 V
Power consumption: 135 VA
Dimensions: 160 x 290 x 150 mm
Weight: 3.1 kg
Safety standards: EN61010-1