Heathrow Scientific eCOUNT User manual

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Instruction Manual......................2
Manuel d’instructions.................8
Manual de Instrucciones ..........14
Bedienungsanleitung................20
Patents USD564385
A precise electronic counter
and permanent Sharpie®
marker combined in one

The Colony Counter is designed for use in bioscience,
medical, and chemistry laboratories. It may come in
contact with biohazardous and/or hazardous
materials. This instruction manual cannot address all
safety hazards. It is the responsibility of the user to
consult and observe all health and safety precautions
and to assess the instrument’s suitability to the task.
1. Before operating, read this instruction manual.
2. Observe general laboratory safety precautions
and regulations.
3. Do not immerse counter in water. Injury due to shock
or fire may result.
4. For use with 11-12mm diameter permanent markers
(Sharpie® fine and extra fine point pens
recommended). Do not insert larger than 12mm
diameter pen.
5. Follow all precautions from the Material Safety
Data Sheet (MSDS) for any reagent you use with
the counter.
6. Do not use solvent or flammable liquids near this or
other electrical equipment.
7. Do not operate in a hazardous or flammable
environment.
8. Do not use any solvent on the unit that may
attack plastic.
9. Ensure the counter is protected from corrosion and
mechanical damage. The counter must be cleaned
with a pH-neutral cleaning liquid.
10. Always work in a manner which endangers neither
the user nor any other person.
11. Use the counter only for counting, and within the
recommended limits of its chemical resistance and
mechanical properties.
12. Never use force when using this counter.
13. When not in use, store the counter on stand or
in box.
14. Counter must only be used with a 3V
CR1225 battery.
15. Follow safety procedures for Sharpie®pen use.
16. Batteries must be completely discharged before
disposal.
17. Disposal should be performed in accordance with all
governmental regulations.
Safety Precautions
Warning!
Improper use of the counter or the battery such
as short-circuiting, mechanical damage, or
overheating, may cause an explosion.
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Warning!
This counter must not be used in an explosive
atmosphere.
18. Should the instrument fail to work to specification,
immediately stop use. Clean and troubleshoot the
instrument according to the instructions under
“Maintenance” before any further use. Contact an
authorized dealer or the manufacturer if trouble
persists.
19. Repairs are to be performed by trained and
authorized service personnel only. Contact Heathrow
Scientific®LLC Repair Department/Technical Support.
20. Opening the instrument housing or improper use of
the instrument voids the warranty. If there is a failure
during the warranty period, contact Heathrow
Scientific®LLC distributor for warranty service.
21. Do not use units that have not been correctly
repaired.
22. Do not attempt to disassemble or modify.
23. Store at room temperature in a dry area. Do not
expose to sunlight, moisture, or extreme
temperatures for prolonged periods of time.
Pen: Sharpie® fine and extra fine point
pens recommended; accepts up
to 12mm diameter permanent
marker pens
Working temp: 32 to 122°F (0 to 50°C)
Battery: One 3V CR1225 lithium battery
Housing material: ABS
Technical Data
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Disposal Responsibilities:
The equipment you purchased may contain hazardous
substances that could impact the environment. Per
regulations on electronic devices in the European Community,
you must use the appropriate disposal systems to avoid
exposure of these substances to the environment.
The disposal systems will reuse or recycle hazardous
materials from your equipment responsibly.
The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites
you to use those systems.
If you need more information on the collection, reuse and
recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste
administration. You can also contact us for more information
on the environmental performance of our products.

Operation
Remove the contents from box, examining them
carefully for breakage, defects, or shortages.
Getting Started
1. Slide off battery housing at the back end of
the counter.
2. Insert a 3V CR1225 battery (included) with
positive side facing up.
3. Slide on battery housing making sure it snaps
into place.
4. Insert Sharpie® pen. Choose extra-fine or fine
(included) tip pens based on preference.
Change pen colors to confirm counts.
Counting Up/Down
1. Press power on/off button.
2 Up arrow will be displayed.
3. Press count up/down button to toggle between
count directions. Select mode.
4. Mark each colony with Sharpie®pen. Make sure
counter beeps each time a colony is marked.
If colony is marked but no beep is heard, the
count was not registered; press more firmly.
5. To reset counter, press on/off button.
NOTE: Counter will automatically turn off after 10 minutes
of nonuse. Last counts will be stored in memory.
Select Alert Function
1. Unit automatically counts with an audible beep
for verification.
2. Press alert button to toggle between audible
beep or visual flash options. Select option.
NOTE: When on/off button is pushed, counter will again
be in the audible beep mode.
Lock Counting Function
1. Press lock button; lock icon will be shown
on display.
2. Write with Sharpie®pen without continuing
to count.
NOTE: No other counter features will work when in the
lock mode. Counter will automatically turn off after
10 minutes of nonuse. Last counts will be stored
in memory.
3. Press lock button to count again; lock icon will
disappear from display.
4. To reset counter, press on/off button.
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The counter is normally maintenance-free. Clean
unit only when necessary. The housing can be
wiped using a damp cloth and a mild, non-corrosive
detergent. Ensure all parts are thoroughly dry prior
to operation.
Check Sharpie®pen prior to counting. If it does not
mark, replace with new pen. 5
Select Part Count Zone
1. Press part count zone button; zone number in
upper left hand corner of display will increase
by one and counter will be zero.
2. Mark each colony within zone, section of grid,
different petri dishes, etc.
3. Press part count zone button to start new
count.
4. Count all zones.
NOTE: Counter will count up to 32 different zones.
Select Sum Function
1. Press sum button; sum icon (∑) will be shown
on display.
NOTE: The sum will be of all part zones. No other counter
features will work when in the sum mode. Counter
will automatically turn off after 10 minutes of
nonuse. Last counts will be stored in memory.
2. Write with Sharpie®pen without continuing to
count.
3. Press sum button to count again; sum icon (∑)
will disappear from display.
4. To reset counter, press on/off button.
Hand Tally Adapter
The hand tally adapter is supplied with this product
to permit counting without a pen.
1. Remove the pen from the counter and insert the
Hand Tally Adapter into the pen opening.
2. Rotate the adapter to align the angled
surfaces until it seats fully.
3. Grasp the product with the hand tally pointing
upward so it can be pressed with the thumb.
4. Use the counting features as described
elsewhere in this manual.
Storage
For benchtop storage, insert the counter and pen
with cap into stand. Do not place near edge of
benchtop.
Maintenance