Thermo Scientific SHKE6000 (4359) User manual

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User Manual
MaxQ 6000
Stackable Incubated and efrigerated Shakers
Operating Manual and Parts List LT2120X1 (7004352) Rev. 11

Thermo Scientific
MANUAL NUMBE LT2120X1 (7004352)
11 41343 5/2/17 Added F-Gas statement, removed Declaration of conformity bpg
10 40139 4/15/15 Updated warranty information ccs
9 30954 4/10/14 Updated Setting Timer for Continuous Shaking Step 3 - pg 5-5 ccs
8 29319/SI-11742 2/21/13 Removed warranty card from page 4-1 and expanded clearance on page 4-2 ccs
7 29101/OS-567 11/30/12 ew fuses, connector power entry and fuse drawer for UL (pgs 8-2, 9-1 & 9-2 list) ccs
6 29034 9/10/12 Added note to hyperterminal information on pg 5-5 ccs
5 28449 3/26/12 Clarified defrost cycle time on pg 5-7 ccs
Preface
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Models covered in this manual
Model number Voltage
SHKE6000 (4359) 120V
SHKE6000-1CE (4352) 240V
SHKE6000-7 (4353) 120V
SHKE6000-8CE (4360) 240V

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Contains Parts and Assemblies
Susceptible to Damage by
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
CAUTION
Important Read this instruction manual. Failure to read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual
may result in damage to the unit, injury to operating personnel, and poor equipment performance. s
Caution All internal adjustments and maintenance must be performed by qualified service personnel. s
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Contains Parts and Assemblies
Susceptible to Damage by
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
CAUTION

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4Always dissipate extreme cold or heat and wear protective clothing.
4Always follow good hygiene practices.
4Each individual is responsible for his or her own safety.

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Table of Contents
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Control Panel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-2
Alarms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Unpacking and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2
Platform nstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Test Tube Rack nstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Flask Clamp nstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
Setting Shaking Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Turning Shaker On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Leveling the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Over-Temperature Protection (OTP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Setting Operating Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Temperature Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
AC Power Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-3
Setting Timer for Timed Shaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Shaking Speed Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
RS232 Communication Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
RS232 nterface Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Setting Timer for Continuous Shaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Setting Low Level Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Defrost Cycle Alteration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Optional Refrigeration System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
nterior 1 Amp Chamber Outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
nterior Chamber Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Model Alteration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Section 1
Section 2
Section 3
Section 4
Section 5

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Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Replacing Platform Mounting Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1
Cleaning Condenser Filter / Coil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Platform Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
Heating Error Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
General Error Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Shaking Error Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-3
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
eplacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-1
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Section 6
Section 8
Section 9
Section 7

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Section 1 Safety Information
Your Thermo Scientific MaxQ 6000 Shaker has been designed with
function, reliability, and safety in mind. t is the user’s responsibility to
install it in conformance with local electrical codes. For safe operation, pay
attention to Notes, Cautions, and Warnings throughout the manual.
This manual contains important operating and safety information. The
user must carefully read and understand the contents of this manual prior
to the use of this equipment.
Warnings
To avoid electrical shock, always:
1. Use a properly grounded electrical outlet of correct voltage and current
handling capacity.
2. Disconnect from the power supply prior to maintenance and servicing.
To avoid personal injury:
1. Do not use in the presence of flammable or combustible materials; fire
or explosion may result. This device contains components which may
ignite such materials. Not rated for use in hazardous atmospheres.
2. Wear appropriate eye and hand protection when handling hazardous
chemicals.
3. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
4. Do not modify construction and/or assembly of equipment.
5. Do not remove tags, labels, decals, or other information from the unit.
6. Stand clear of equipment when it is operating.
7. f shaking action will result in the evolution of gases or fumes, carry
out the operation in a well-ventilated laboratory hood.

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Safety Information
To avoid personal injury (continued)
8. Use equipment only for its intended purpose. Use only the accessories
and attachments that are shipped with the equipment or are specified
for it. Substituting other attachments or accessories can produce
hazards or make the unit inoperative.
9. Perform regular maintenance service as specified in this manual and
keep unit in good repair. Do not operate with known defects.
10. Do not use the shaker to mix flammable materials or where the
transfer of mechanical energy to glass could cause glass breakage.

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Section 2 Specifications
Dimensions (L x W x H)
. . . . . . . . . .33 x 27.5 x 40.5 inches (83.8 x 69.8 x 102.8 cm)
Optional Universal Platform (30110): . . .18 x 18 inches (45.7 x 45.7
cm)
nner Chamber: . . . 22 x 21 x 27 inches (55.9 x 53.3 x 68.6 cm)
Temperature Range and Accuracy
SHKE6000: . . . . 10°C above ambient to 80°C, ±0.1°C at 37°C in flask
SHKE6000-1CE:. 10°C above ambient to 80°C, ±0.1°C at 37°C in flask
SHKE6000-7: . . .15°C below ambient to 80°C, ±0.1°C at 37°C in flask
(Minimum setpoint is 4°C on refrigerated model.)
SHKE6000-8CE:. 15°C below ambient to 80°C, ±0.1°C at 37°C in flask
(Minimum setpoint is 4°C on refrigerated model.)
Over-Temp Protection: . . . . . . 5°C above setpoint
Temperature Uni ormity
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ±0.5°C at 37°C in flask:
Over-Temp Protection: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-115°C
Speed Range
. . . . . . . . . 15 to 500 ±1 rpm (unstacked); 15 to 300 ±1 rpm (stacked)
Orbit Diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.75 inches (1.9 cm)
Shipping Weight
SHKE6000-7 and SHKE6000-8CE: . . . . .430 lbs. (195 kg)
SHKE6000 and SHKE6000-1CE: . . . . . . 330 lbs. (150 kg)