GREINER 852076-NA User manual

INSTRUCTIONS
FOR USE
CRYO.S 6-CHANNEL
HANDHELD DECAPPER
Item No.: 852076 -NA/ -UK/
-EU/ -AU/ -JP/ -CN

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IMPORTANT NOTICE:
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GmbH. The Greiner Bio-One GmbH address can be found on the last page. Greiner Bio-One GmbH is responsible for this
operator’s manual.
Copyright © 2023 Greiner Bio-One GmbH, All Rights Reserved.

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
INTRODUCTION:
This manual helps users operate the Cryo.s 6-Channel Handheld Decapper correctly
and safely, herein referred to as the Decapper. To achieve this goal, the manual
describes the different components of the Decapper and their functionality.
After introducing you to the various parts of the Decapper, the manual will describe
step by step how to operate the Decapper. After you have read through this manual,
you should be capable of operating the Decapper.
In order to prevent injury to personnel and damage to equipment the manual contains
the following precautionary statements:
WARNING
The WARNING statement describes a potentially hazardous situation
which if not avoided could result in serious injury of personnel and dam-
age to equipment.
CAUTION
The CAUTION statement describes a potentially hazardous situation
which if not avoided could result in damage to equipment and minor
injury.
NOTICE
The NOTICE statement indicates information considered important but
not hazard related.
FURTHER INFORMATION:
Animated Video of the Handheld Decapper
available here.
The animated demonstration provides a brief overview of how to
utilize the decapper in just a few seconds, but it does not serve as
a substitute for the comprehensive Instruction for Use.

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/1. Information about Intended Use, Safety and Security ..................................... 6
1.1. Disclaimer Statement ............................................................................................... 6
1.2. Intended Use ............................................................................................................. 6
1.3. Legal Regulations ..................................................................................................... 7
1.4. Malfunction / Troubleshooting .................................................................................. 8
1.5. Precautions and Safety ............................................................................................. 8
1.5.1. Maintenance, Service and Repair........................................................................ 8
1.5.2. Operating the Instrument ................................................................................... 8
1.5.3. Electrical Safety Precautions ............................................................................ 9
1.5.4. Hazards .............................................................................................................. 9
1.5.5. Safety Measures ............................................................................................... 10
1.5.6. Reporting Serious Incidents ............................................................................. 10
/2. Decapper Introduction .................................................................................. 11
2.1. Decapper Design Overview ...................................................................................... 11
2.2. Concept Overview ................................................................................................... 12
/3. Installation and Set-up .................................................................................. 13
3.1. Shipment ................................................................................................................ 13
3.2. Hardware Installation .............................................................................................. 13
3.2.1. Power Cable Connection................................................................................... 13
3.2.2. Docking the Decapper ...................................................................................... 14
3.2.3. Disposal of Shipment Materials ........................................................................ 14
/4. Working with the Decapper .......................................................................... 14
4.1. Decapping Tubes ..................................................................................................... 14
4.2. Storing Caps ........................................................................................................... 15
4.3. Capping Tubes ......................................................................................................... 15
4.4. Ejecting Caps........................................................................................................... 15
4.5. Wireless Operation .................................................................................................. 16
4.6. Charging .................................................................................................................. 17
4.7. Adjusting Capping Torque........................................................................................ 18
/5. Ordering Information .................................................................................... 20
/6. Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 21
TABLE OF CONTENT:

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/7. Cleaning Maintenance .................................................................................. 22
7.1. Materials Required................................................................................................... 22
7.1.1. Cleaning Agents ................................................................................................ 22
7.2. Cleaning Parts of the Instrument ............................................................................. 23
/8. TechnicalSpeciations ................................................................................ 23
/9. Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................ 24
/10. Compliance with the European Union’s Waste Electrical
& Electronic Equipment Directive ................................................................. 25
/11. RoHS Compliance ......................................................................................... 25
/12. Standard Warranty ....................................................................................... 25

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1.1/ DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
This user manual is designed to provide guidance and information for users who are
working with the Decapper. It covers the most encountered procedures, handling
techniques, and safety considerations for daily use. Please note that the content of
this manual is subject to change without notice, as Greiner Bio-One GmbH continues
to develop new products, accessories, and software. It is important to recognize
that this manual may not be comprehensive in its explanations, instructions, or
statements,andmaynotreectthemostcurrentinformationavailable.Someillu-
strations, images, and descriptions may also be incomplete or vary from the actual
product received. Our goal is to provide the most accurate and up-to-date information
possible, but we cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy.
1.2/ INTENDED USE
The Decapper provides a fast and robust method to cap and uncap Cryo.s non-coded
Tubes and Cryo.s with Barcode and Datamatrix Code in SBS 48-format racks. A list of
compatible products from Greiner Bio-One GmbH is provided hereinafter.
The Decapper is a handheld standalone instrument designed to quickly and reliably
decap and cap six tubes in parallel. The device will be used in conjunction with a
docking station for storage and charging when not in use.
NOTICE
You should carefully read through the entire manual before beginning to
operateyourDecapper.Thisrstsectionmustbereadwithattention.
It contains important information about the use of the Decapper and
this manual.
1/ INFORMATION ABOUT INTENDED USE,
SAFETY AND SECURITY
This User’s Manual is designed to help you get the most out of your Decapper.

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Item No. Description
123263 Cryo.s non-coded tubes, 1 ml, starfoot base, internal tube thread
122263 Cryo.s non-coded tubes, 2 ml, starfoot base, internal tube thread
126263 Cryo.s non-coded tubes, 2 ml, starfoot base, external tube thread
127263 Cryo.s non-coded tubes, 4 ml, starfoot base, external tube thread
123263-2DG Cryo.s non-coded tubes, 1 ml, starfoot base, internal tube thread,
linearbarcode,humanreadableidentieranddatamatrixcode
122263-2DG Cryo.s non-coded tubes, 2 ml, starfoot base, internal tube thread,
linearbarcode,humanreadableidentieranddatamatrixcode
126263-2DG Cryo.s non-coded tubes, 2 ml, starfoot base, external tube thread,
linearbarcode,humanreadableidentieranddatamatrixcode
127263-2DG Cryo.s non-coded tubes, 4 ml, starfoot base, external tube thread,
linearbarcode,humanreadableidentieranddatamatrixcode
803202 48-formatRackforCryo.s,lowprolefor1and2mlCryo.s
803270 48-formatRackforCryo.s,highprolefor4mlCryo.s
803202-2DG 48-formatRackforCryo.s,lowprolefor1and2mlCryo.s,
linearbarcode,humanreadableidentieranddatamatrixcode
803270-2DG 48-formatRackforCryo.s,highprolefor4mlCryo.s,
linearbarcode,humanreadableidentieranddatamatrixcode
803507 48-format Cap Carrier
In addition, the Decapper may be used with Cryo.s non-coded Tubes and Cryo.s with
Barcode and Datamatrix Code with coloured screw cap versions as well as customized
barcodes (REF 12x2xx, 12x2xx-2dx).
1.3/ LEGAL REGULATIONS
All local, state and federal laws which prescribe the use, application, and/or the
handling of dangerous materials in connection with the Decapper must be strictly
followed.

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1.4/ MALFUNCTION / TROUBLESHOOTING
Refer to the section: 6 Troubleshooting/page 21.
1.5/ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
NOTICE
For a malfunction and for troubleshooting the Decapper, contact your
local Greiner Bio-One representative.
NOTICE
Read the following safety notices carefully before using the Decapper
1.5.1/ MAINTENANCE, SERVICE AND REPAIR
Only trained contractual partners of Greiner Bio-One are authorized to perform
mechanical repair on the Decapper.
1.5.2/ OPERATING THE INSTRUMENT
When using the Decapper, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) must be observed.
Suitable protective clothing, safety glasses and protective gloves must be worn.
WARNING
During Decapper operation, keep clear of all moving parts. Never
interfere with the Decapper while it is in operation!
CAUTION
IftheDecapperisusedinamannernotspeciedbyGreinerBio-One,
the protection provided by the device may be impaired.

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1.5.3/ ELECTRICAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
There are no electrical components that are accessible to the user in the Decapper.
WARNING
Any removal of the housing to access internal components must only be
performed by contractual partners of Greiner Bio-One.
1.5.4/ HAZARDS
The following section describes the main safety considerations, electrical and bio-
logical, in operating this product and the main hazards involved.
CAUTION
Only authorized personnel may have access to the device. The laboratory
or operator of the instrument is responsible for ensuring that the envi-
ronmental conditions for safe operation of the Decapper are always met.
The laboratoryoroperatorisresponsible forany improperhandling. Itmust
be ensured that untrained or unauthorized personnel cannot manipulate
or interfere with the Decapper while it is in use.

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CAUTION
Use appropriate protective clothing,
goggles and gloves!
1.5.5/ SAFETY MEASURES
1.5.6/ REPORTING SERIOUS INCIDENTS
Any serious incident or near incident that has occurred in relation to the Decapper shall
be reported to Greiner Bio-One and to the competent authority of the member state
in which the operator is established. Contacting Greiner Bio-One either by contac-
ting a local Greiner Bio-One representative or by utilizing the Greiner Bio-One webpage,
which can be found on the last page of this operating manual.