Thermo Scientific 88882017 User manual

Digital Tube Rocker
88882017 & 88882018
Operating Manual
Revision A . 04 01 2021
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Section 1 Important Information
Disposing of Product
Section 2 Introduction
Features
Section 3 Inspection and Installation
Packing List
Connections
Structure Diagram
Section 4 Overview
Specifications
Environmental Conditions
Safety Instructions
Loads, Angle and Speed
Section 5 Operation
Control Panel
Installation
Settings
Installation of Accessories
Section 6 Safety Tips and Maintenance
Section 7 Troubleshooting
Section 8 Optional Accessories
Section 9 Warranty
Section 10 Compliance
Contents
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Section 1 Important Information
Ignoring the following warnings could
cause serious injuries or even fatal
accidents.
Check the voltage, phase and capacity of
power supply on the ID plate before
installation. Connect properly.
Power supply must be properly
grounded. Abnormal grounded
connection causes serious damage.
Grounded connection must not be on the
water pipe and gas pipe.
Use provided power cord. Power cord:
Wall outlet with grounded terminal
power cord 250V 10A.
Do not install the product in a place that
gas could leak. Do not use in a place that
has industrial oil smoke or metallic dust.
It causes fire or electric shock. Do not
use the machine near to places where
explosion could happen due to organic
evaporating gases.
Explosive materials: acid, esther, nitro
compound.
Inflammable materials: salt peroxides,
inorganic peroxide, salt acids.
Check equipment for permissible
environmental conditions when using
inside of Temperature and Humidity
Chamber or Incubator. It can be the
cause of fire or trouble by stirrer
electricity, electronic, and damage of
motor.
Rocker’s permissible environmental
condition. Temperature 5°C to 40°C,
Maximum relative humidity 85%.
Unplug if there is a strange sound, smell
and/or smoke from the product. Stop
operating and request the service.
Keep out of the direct sunlight. It may
influence product life and proper
operation.
Do not use the machine at places where
moisture is high and flooding can
happen.
Do not assemble, repair, modify on your
own, this product may not work well and
electrical shock may possible.
Changes to the product could result in
product inefficiency. Also this will void
warranty. Which also indicates a
hazardous situation, if not avoided may
result in minor or moderate injury.
Do not put heavy things on the power
cord. Do not put the machine on the
cord. It may take off the wire coating and
cause electric shock or fire.
Do not touch it with wet hands and place
the main plug correctly. It could cause
the electric shock or injuries.
Installing power outlet near instrument
may be convenient. Allow adequate
spacing around the product to ensure
proper ventilation, accessibility to the
power switch and for allowing the
instrument to run without impediment.
Do not install the rocker near machinery
generating high frequency noise. Avoid
installation close to high frequency-
welding machine, sewing machine, or
mass SCR controller.
Do not inject any liquid and inflammable
things inside of product.
Do not pour water or put liquid on the
top of the product when cleaning.
Disconnect the main power immediately
and request the service if water may be
in the product.
Do not let the product take any strong
shock or vibration. It could cause
abnormal operation or trouble. It may
deteriorate the ability of the product
operation and not obtain correct results.
Do not sprinkle insecticide or flammable
spray on the product. Use smooth
cloths. Cleaning with solvent can cause
fire and deformity.
Power off while product cleaning. It may
cause electric shock or fire.
Do not drop or allow the machine to fall.
It will cause wrong operation and
malfunction.
Only accessories that meet the
manufacturer's specifications shall be
used.
Disposing of Product
Dispose of the unit by separating the
plastic, motor and electronics and
dispose according to local laws and
regulations.
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Section 2 Introduction
Welcome to Thermo Scientific Digital
Tube Rocker. This Digital Tube Rocker
can be used in various mixing
experments, including gel colorization/
decolorization, sample cleaning,
antibody staining, hybridization,
immunoprecipitation, blot, and small
volume tissue culture.
This product is intended to be used in a
laboratory setting and is not to be used
in a clinical setting.
Features
●Speed and angle are adjustable for
different applications.
●It has speed/angle adjustment
display function.
●It uses step-motor, with accurate
speed control, stability, safe and
reliable features.
●It has a power recovery function.
●Excellent heat resistance, corrosion
resistance, impact resistance and
chemical resistance.

Section 3 Inspection and Installation
Table -1. Packing List
3.2 Connections
3.3 Structure Diagram
3.1 Packing List
Before unpacking the unit, first check for
damages in the package of the unit.
Then unpack the unit. Check carefully to
see if there were damages incurred
during transit.
After unpacking, check that all unit parts
and accessories are as listed below.
Contact us or the agent from which you
purchased the unit if any components
were omitted.
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Catalog Number
88882017
1
Digital Tube Rocker
88882018
1
Figure
Rubber Mat
(Installed)
Description Main Body
Power Adapter
120V
Multi-Power
Adapter 220V N/A
1N/A
1
Power Adaptor
Housing
Power Swtich
Rubber Mat
Control Panel
Tray
Foot (4)

Section 4 Overview
4.1 Specifications
Speed Range..................................................................2~40rpm
Display Accuracy..................................................................1rpm
Speed Accuracy................................................................±1rpm
Rocking Mode..........................Left right reciprocating motion
Angle Range........................................................................1°~24°
Angle Accuracy...............………................................…………...……±1°
Maximum Load (Centered on tray)..................................16pcs
(dia 10~20 mm tube)/ 7pcs (dia 22~30 mm tube)
Maximum Load (Centered on tray)..................................30pcs
(dia 10~20 mm tube)/ 14pcs (dia 22~30 mm tube)
Overall Dimensions........................................411×149×146mm
Tray Dimensions...............................................330×140×15mm
Packaging Dimensions.................................467×210×220mm
Net Weight.................................................................3.4Kg(7.5lb)
Gross Weight ........................................................4.5Kg(9.9lb).
Input Requirement..................100-240VAC ～, 50/60Hz, 0.1A
Output Requirement.....................24V , 1A
Certificate.................................RoHS, WEEE, cCSAus, CE Mark
Application Environmental Conditions: indoor use
Temperature....................................................................5 to 40℃
Voltage Fluctuation.....................±10% of the nominal voltage
Altitude...........................................................................≤2,000 m
Humidity...................................................................... 20% to 85%
Storage Environmental Conditions
Temperature....................................................................0 to 60℃
Humidity.......................................20% to 85%, non-condensing
4.2 Environmental Conditions
4.3 Safety Instructions
Rotation Speed
Rocking Angle
Load
Double Tray Load
Size
Weight
Power Supply
Others
Please read the entire instruction manual
before operating the Digital Rocker.
WARNING DO NOT use the Digital
Tube Rocker in a hazardous
atmosphere or with hazardous
materials for which the unit was
not designed. Also, the user
should be aware that the
protection provided by the
equipment may be impaired if
accessories used are no provided
or recommended by the
manufacturer, or are used in a
manner not specified by the
manufacturer.
CAUTION ! To avoid electrical
shock, completely cut off power to
the unit by disconnecting the
power cord from the unit or unplug
from the wall outlet. Disconnect
unit from the power supply prior to
maintenance and service. Any
spills should be removed promptly.
Bio hazard spills should be cleaned
using approved liquid promptly.
Solvent spills are a fire hazard.
Stop the unit immediately, and
DO NOT operate until clean up is
complete and vapors have
dissipated.
DO NOT immerse the unit for
cleaning.
Position of Loads
Place the tube in the recommended
positions below:
1. Place tube in the groove of the Rubber
Mat .
Correct placement
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Incorrect placement
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DO NOT operate the unit if it
shows signs of electrical or
mechanical damage.

Mode
Run
Stop
Speed/Tilt
degree
rpm
Digital Tube Rocker
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4.4 Loads, Angle and Speed
Section 5 Operation
This chapter covers the control panel and its operation.
5.1 Control Panel
① ②
①. Run/Stop button: Start or stop the
instrument.
②. Mode button: Switch modes between
Speed and Tilt settings.
③. Rotary knob: Rotary knob is used to
increase/decrease the set Speed/Tilt
of the instrument.
④. rpm indicator: The light is on when
the instrument is running in Speed
Mode.
⑤. degree indicator: The light is on when
the instrument is running in Tilt
Adjustment Mode.
⑥. Speed/Tilt display Window: The
window displays set Speed/Tilt or
current speed (when the instrument
is running).
⑦. Gear I: When the switch is in “ gear
I”, the instrument power is on.
⑧. Gear O: When the switch is in “ gear
O”, the instrument power is off.
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Loads of Double Tray
Loads of Single Tray
Warning: It may affect the maximum speed of the instrument if placing the overweight
tube.
24°
20°
Maximum Speed
(rpm)
Maximum Speed
(rpm)
Tube(mm)
Tube(mm)
Tilt Angle
Tilt Angle
Maximum Quantity
(pcs)
Maximum Quantity
(pcs)
dia 10~20
dia 10~20
dia 10~20
dia 10~20
40
35
40
35
16
30
16
30
1°
1°
24°
20°
1°
1°
dia 22~30
dia 22~30
dia 22~30
dia 22~30
40
35
40
35
7
14
7
14
③
④⑤
⑥
⑦
⑧

3. When the angle shown on the
Speed/Tilt display window reaches the
set value, press the rotary knob again
within 5s to save the value, and the
display window will stop flashing. The
tilt angle setting is completed.
Run and Stop
Press “ ” button and the instrument
will start running .
Press “ ” button again and the
instrument will slow down until it stops.
The instrument will then be in standby
and the display window will show the set
values.
Finish Operation
After the operation is finished, press the
power switch at the back right side the
instrument and put it into the “O” state.
Unplug the instrument and store the
instrument according to the storage
guide.
5.4 Installation of Accessories
Only accessories that meet the
manufacturer's specifications shall be
used.
Installation of Double Tray
1. Place the Tube Rocker Stacking Bars on
the base tray .
2. Stack the Double tier tube platform on
the Bars.
3. Tighten screws using a screw driver.
4. Place the Rubber Mat on the tray.
5.2 Installation
1. Connect all the components according
to the figures shown on page 4 of this
manual. Use grounded power outlet.
Ensure the machine is on a flat
surface prior to operating.
2. Press the power switch "I" side and
switch on the instrument.
5.3 Settings
Speed Settings
1. Press the “ ” button , the “rpm”
indicator light will be on.
2. Press the rotary knob, the number
shown on the Speed/Tilt display
window starts flashing, turn rotary
knob to increase or decrease the
speed value.
3. When the speed shown on Speed/Tilt
display window reaches the set value,
press the knob again within 5s to save
the value, and the display window will
stop flashing. The speed setting is
completed.
Tilt Angle Setting
1. Press “ ” button and the “degree”
indicator light will be on.
2. Press the rotary knob, the number
shown on the Speed/Tilt display
window starts flashing, turn rotary
knob to increase or decrease the Tilt
value. The range of the tilt displayed
on the window is 1° to 24°.
Alarm System
E1: If running speed does not match the
setting speed for 3mins, there will be a
buzzer, and then E1 will be displayed on
the Speed display window .
When the instrument alarms, press any
key and the instrument goes into
standby mode.
Power Recovery
If the power supply is cut off suddenly
while the instrument is in operation, the
unit will automatically run at the
previously set parameter upon power
restoration. The display window will
flash. Press any button to stop the
flashing.
Mechanical Zero Correction
To ensure accurate and quality rocking,
the instrument will automatically run
mechanical zero correction in the
following situations:
1. First operation after the machine is
turned on.
2. First operation after the rocking speed
is reset.
3. After 8 hours of continuous operation.
Run
Stop
Run
Stop
Mode
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Mode

Safety Tips
1. Use independent power supply.
2. Check if the local power supply
voltage is suitable for use.
3. Do not drag the power supply cable
when unplugging.
4. Do not use non-specified power cable
or damaged cable.
5. Service should only be performed by a
qualified professional.
6. The power supply must be unplugged
under the following situations:
(1). When the unit is moved
(2). When the electrical cabinet or the
moving component is opened
(3). When the equipment is
malfunctioning
(4). When the equipment is not in use.
7. Check that the instrument and the
accessories are in good condition
before each operation.
Cleaning
In order to ensure the safe use of the
instrument, please follow the
manufacturer's recommendations for
cleaning when cleaning the instrument.
● Unplug the power first when
cleaning.
● Wipe the instrument with a damp,
soft cloth or non-corrosive
cleaning agent.
● Direct spray instruments are
prohibited.
● Make sure that the instrument is
● Please wear gloves when cleaning.
Warning: Avoid dripping detergent or
water into the inside of the instrument
during cleaning.
Clean Spill
If accidental spillage of liquids caused by
mishandling or contained breakage
occurs on the surface of the instrument,
please shut down the instrument and
clean up the liquid immediately.
If the liquid has already spilled into the
unit, cut off the power supply first and
immediately clean up the liquid at the
surface of the instrument. Place the
instrument in a ventilated and dry
environment for 24 hours before reuse. If
the instrument is not functioning after
drying for 24 hours, please contact the
manufacturer.
Warning: The operator is not permitted
to gain access using a tool, to a part
which in normal use may be hazardous
live.
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Section 6 Safety Tips and Maintenance Section 7 Troubleshooting
Error
Cannot start
instrument, LED
display window
off
No shaking
of the tray
Loud noise
Cause
Power disconnected
Power switch off
Power adaptor failure
Over-weighted
Electrical malfunction
Mechanical malfunction
Tray loose
Instrument vibrate
Housing loose
Solution
Connect the power
Switch on power
Replace power adaptor
Adjust the weight , decrease
rotation speed
Contact Thermo Scientific
Contact Thermo Scientific
Fasten screws
Place instrument at a flat and
firm suface
Fasten housing screws
Other Keep record for maintenance
Please refer to the following table to
troubleshoot if any malfunction occurs.
If the problem still exists, contact your
local sales representative.
Shut down and restart, useless,
please contact Thermo Scientific
E1 Operational obstruction

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Section 8 Optional Accessories
13 Section 8 | Optional Accessories
Description Cat. No. Max. Qty. Figure
Double tier tube platform
88882159
88882160
88882158 1
1
4
Tube Rocker Stacking
Bars, 4ea
Tube Rocker Dimple
Rubber Mat
Dimensions
330x140x12mm
323x133mm
Φ8x60mm
Section 9 Warranty
THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC
STANDARD PRODUCT WARRANTY
The Warranty Period starts two weeks
from the date your equipment is shipped
from our facility. This allows for shipping
time so the warranty will go into effect at
approximately the same time your
equipment is delivered. The warranty
protection extends to any subsequent
owner during the first year warranty
period.
During the first two (2) years, component
parts proven to be non-conforming in
materials or workmanship will be
repaired or replaced at Thermo's
expense, labor included. Installation and
calibration are not covered by this
warranty agreement. The Technical
Services Department must be contacted
for warranty determination and direction
prior to performance of any repairs.
Expendable items, glass, filters and
gaskets are excluded from this warranty.
Replacement or repair of components
parts or equipment under this warranty
shall not extend the warranty to either
the equipment or to the component part
beyond the original warranty period. The
Technical Services Department must
give prior approval for return of any
components or equipment. At Thermo's
option, all non-conforming parts must
be returned to Thermo Fisher Scientific
postage paid and replacement parts are
shipped FOB destination.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN
LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
WHETHER WRITTEN, ORAL OR IMPLIED.
NO WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY.
Thermo shall not be liable for any
indirect or consequential damages
including, without limitation, damages
relating to lost profits or loss of
products.
Your local Thermo Sales Office is ready
to help with comprehensive site
preparation information before your
equipment arrives. Printed instruction
manuals carefully detail equipment
installation, operation and preventive
maintenance.
If equipment service is required, please
call your Technical Services Department
at 1-866-984-3766, option number 2.
We're ready to answer your questions on
equipment warranty, operation,
maintenance, service and special
application. Outside the USA, please
contact local Thermo Technical Services
Department or local distributor for
warranty information.
Multi-Power Adapter
220V
88882132
88870124 1
2
Screw GB/T9074.4
M3x6, 2ea
100~240VAC 1.0A
1.8m
M3X6
88870125 1
Power Adapter 120V 100~240VAC 1.0A
1.8m
Note: For two trays application, please purchase 88882158, 88882159, 88882160
additionally.

Section 10 Compliance
1. European Union
The European voltage models
of this product meet all the
applicable requirements of the European
Directives and therefore display the CE
Marking. These Directives are captured
in the EU Declaration of Conformity
which may be obtained from the
manufacturer.
2. Product Safety
This product family has been tested to
applicable productsafety standards by a
Nationally Recognized Test Laboratory
(NRTL) and may bear the NRTL's mark of
safety compliance to those applicable
standards.
3. Electromagnetic Compatibility
the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which
case the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense.
3.2 Canadian ISED IC Notice
This ISM digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-001.
Cetappareil ISM estconformeá la norme
NMB-001 du Canada.owing optimum
tray rotation.
3.3 Korean KC Registration
사용자안내문
이기기는엄무용환경에서사용할
목적으로적함성평가를받은기기
로서가정용환경에서사용하는경우전파
간섬의우려가있습니다
WARNING Statement: EMC Registration
is done on this equipment for business
use only. It may cause interference when
the product would be used in home. This
warning statement applies a product for
business use.
4. Environmental Compliance
4.1 Evaluation of Chemicals -
Regulations and Directives
4.1.2 REACH - Europe
Thermo Fisher Scientific is
committed to meeting all
compliance obligations to evaluate,
communicate, and register any
Substances of Very High Concern
(SVHC), and finding alternates where
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appropriate.
4.1.2 RoHS - Europe
Thermo Fisher Scientific is determined
to reduce the impact we have on the
environment, and so can declare that
this product fully complies with the
European Parliament's RoHS2
(Restriction of Hazardous Substances)
Directive 2011/65/EU, with respect to
the limitation for the following
substances:
·Lead (0.1 %)
·Mercury (0.1 %)
·Cadmium (0.01 %)
·Hexavalent chromium (0.1 %)
·Polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) (0.1
%)
·Polybrominated diphenyl ethers
(PBDE) (0.1 %)
2015/863 Annex II (RoHS2 Amendment,
In effect after July 22, 2021)
·Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP)
(0.1 %)
·Butyl benzyl phthalate (BBP) (0.1 %)
·Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) (0.1 %)
·Diisobutyl phthalate (DIBP) (0.1 %)
Our compliance is witnessed by written
declaration from our suppliers and/or
component testing. This confirms that
any potential trace contamination levels
of the substances listed above are below
the maximum level set by the latest
regulations or follow established
exemptions of the regulation due to their
application.
4.1.3 RoHS - China
This product complies with the
requirements of the legislative act
Administration on the Control of
Pollution Caused by Electronic
Information Products (ACPEIP). A label
of conformance, such as one of the
following, may be found on the product:
5. End of Life Care
Some considerations and suggestions
are listed below for proper disposal of
this product. While addressing these
actions for safe recycling and disposal,
please follow all guidelines,Safety Data
Sheets (SDS), or regulations applicable
to your location.
·This product has materials and
components that may be recycled or
reused according to local guidelines and
regulations.
·Clean up any chemical or biological
safety hazards.
WEEE Compliance. This
product is required to comply
with the European Union's
Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) Directive 2012/19/EU. It is
marked with the following symbol.
Thermo Fisher Scientific has contracted
with one or more recycling/disposal
510 15 20 25 50
3.1 FCC Statement (USA)
Any changes or modifications
not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate the
equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested
and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part
15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference
when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with

companies in each EU Member State,
and this product should be disposed of
or recycled through them. Further
information on our compliance with
these Directives, the recyclers in your
country, and information on Thermo
Scientific products which may assist the
detection of substances subject to the
RoHS Directive are available at
www.thermofisher.com/
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