Thermo Scientific TELESHAKE 1536-6 User manual

Magnetic Shaker
Operating Manual
50134830 Issue 03.2012
TELESHAKE 1536-6 (1536-8)
with SHAKEMODUL 1536
TELESHAKE 1536 LIFT
with SHAKEMODUL 1536 LIFT

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Contents
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Page
Assembly drawings 4
User considerations 6
Correct use 6
Incorrect use 6
Pictographs 6
1 Safety considerations 7
2 Equipment description 8
3 Function 10
4 Startup procedure 11
5 Manual operation 14
5.1 Tips for shaker operation 18
6 Remote operation 20
6.1 Controlling a single magnetic shaker 21
6.2 Controlling several magnetic shakers 21
6.3 Tips for shaker operation 23
7 Maintenance and cleaning 24
8 Troubleshooting 25
9 Technical specifications 26
Dimensions required for installation 32
10 Warranty
33

Assembly drawings
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Assembly drawings
Figure 1: Magnetic shaker TELESHAKE 1536-6 with the control unit
SHAKEMODUL 1536
Figure 2: Magnetic shaker TELESHAKE 1536-8 with the control unit
SHAKEMODUL 1536
1
Microtiter plate (MTP) 1536
6
Mounting holes
(not incl. in scope of delivery)
7
Control line (with R plug, black)
3
Fixating element:
8
Control line connector
1536-6: 6 pieces
9
Jack socket, blue (to next module)
1536-8: 8 pieces
10
Jack socket, red (to PC RS232)
4
Shaker platform
11
Frequency selection knob
5
Drive block
12
Control unit
1
3
4
6
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12
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Assembly drawings
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Figure 3: Magnetic shaker TELESHAKE 1536 LIFT with the control unit
SHAKEMODUL 1536 LIFT
1
Microtiter plate (MTP) 1536
7
Control line (with R plug, grey)
(not incl. in scope of delivery)
8
Control line connector
2
Lifting pins
9
Jack socket, blue (to next module)
3
Fixating element (8 pieces)
10
Jack socket, red (to PC RS232)
4
Shaker platform
11
Frequency selection knob
5
Drive block
12
Control unit
6
Mounting holes
Scope of delivery
TELESHAKE 1536-6 TELESHAKE 1536-8 TELESHAKE 1536 LIFT
TELESHAKE 1536-6
magnetic shaker TELESHAKE 1536-8 magnetic shaker TELESHAKE 1536 LIFT magnetic shaker
SHAKEMODUL 1536
control unit SHAKEMODUL 1536 control unit SHAKEMODUL 1536 LIFT control unit
RS232 Module connecting
cable
# 50095805
RS232 Module connecting
cable
# 50095805
RS232 Module connecting
cable
# 50095805
RS232 Interface cable
# 50095807 RS232 Interface cable # 50095807 RS232 Interface cable # 50095807
Anti-skid mat Anti-skid mat Anti-skid mat
Documentation:
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User considerations
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User considerations
Correct use
The remote-controlled magnetic shaker TELESHAKE 1536 (-6, -8, LIFT) is
designed for shaking liquids in 1536 microtiter plates (ANSI/SBS 1-2004
standard size). It is also suitable for 384 microtiter plates.
The magnetic shaker can be employed for chemical, microbiological,
biotechnical, pharmaceutical or medical purposes. It is suited to operation
on laboratory workbenches and robot stations.
Incorrect use
The magnetic shaker must not be operated in hazardous locations.
Do not shake flammable liquids with a low boiling point.
The magnetic shaker must not be operated in a water bath.
Pictographs
You will find the following pictographs in this operating manual:

DANGER!
This sign refers to dangerous voltages.

DANGER!
This sign refers to hazardous situations.
Hazards to human life are indicated by "LIFE
HAZARD".

CAUTION!
This sign indicates danger to equipment and machinery.

INFORMATION
This sign indicates easier working practices.
♦
Indicates an operating step.

Indicates alternatives.

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1 Safety considerations
Required safety features:
The device is compliant with the safety requirements of:
•EN 61010
•Low-voltage directive 2006/42/EC
•EMC directive 2004/108/EC
For your own safety, you should observe the following safety warning
signs.
The warning signs indicate potential sources of danger.
They also inform on how correct action can avert danger. You will find
these warning signs wherever there is a risk of dangerous situations.

DANGER
Magnetism.
Magnetic or metallic parts (e.g. data carriers,
pacemakers, watches) can be affected by magnetic
fields. Keep such parts away from the magnetic
shaker.

CAUTION
The equipment must not be operated in hazardous
locations.

CAUTION
In case of repair, the equipment must only be
opened by an authorized service agent.

2 Equipment description
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2 Equipment description
Figures 1 to 3 show the components together with their position numbers.
The scope of delivery is listed on page 4.
The remote-controlled TELESHAKE 1536-6 (Figure 1) and TELESHAKE
1536-8 (Figure 2) magnetic shakers consist of a drive block (5) with a
shaker platform (4) for a 1536 microtiter plate (MTP1
The four corners of the shaker platform (4) feature fixating elements (3) to
keep microtiter plates (1) in place.
) (1). The magnetic
shaker is also suitable for 384 microtiter plates.
TELESHAKE 1536-6: three movable and three stationary fixating
elements,
TELESHAKE 1536-8: four movable and four stationary fixating elements.
The movable fixating elements (3) anchor the microtiter plate by using
spring pressure. They can be opened electromechanically in order to insert
or remove the microtiter plate. The opening and locking process is
executed via a high-precision mechanic system.
The magnetic shaker TELESHAKE 1536 LIFT (Figure 3) is additionally
equipped with eight lifting pins (2) that lift up the microtiter plate about
8 mm when the shaking process of the microtiter plate has been finished
and the fixating elements (3) have been opened. This is necessary for
some robot stations. The robot gripper can then handle the microtiter plates
with operational reliability.
The magnetic shaker is to be firmly mounted in place (e.g. on the
laboratory workbench, robot station). For this purpose, the drive block (5) is
equipped with mounting holes (6) in both long sides. The bottom also
features cable ducts allowing you to run the control line (7) to the control
unit (12) while keeping it protected and free of kinks.
The control unit (12) serves as a power supply and control unit for the
magnetic shaker. The control line (7) of the magnetic shaker is connected
to the control line connector (8) of the control unit (12).
The shaking frequency can be continuously adjusted using the frequency
selection knob (11).
Setting range: 5,500 to 7,000 rpm.
1ANSI/SBS 1-2004 standard size.

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In addition, it is also possible to control the magnetic shaker remotely via a
RS232 interface. The control unit (12) is then controlled via a PC or a robot
station.
Up to 14 magnetic shakers can be controlled directly and individually via a
single RS232 interface, depending on the transfer of data. The shaking
frequency can be selected from an extended setting range between 4,000
and 8,500 rpm.
Possible settings:
•Starting and stopping the shaking drive,
•Setting the shaking frequency (4,000 - 8,500 rpm),
•Setting the running time or interval operation,
•Setting the shaking power between 20 % and 100 %,
•Opening and locking the fixating elements,
•Lifting and lowering the lifting pins, if present,
•Transmitting the fixed-settings operation to the control unit (12).

3 Function
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3 Function
The remote-controlled magnetic shaker TELESHAKE 1536 (-6, -8, LIFT) is
designed for shaking liquids in 1536 microtiter plates (1). The magnetic
shaker can be installed onto robot stations without any difficulties thanks to
its flat design.
To do so, it is necessary to mount the magnetic shaker in a fixed position in
a precisely specified location. This can be effected by using the four
mounting holes (6) in the long sides of the drive block (5) from above.
The 1536 microtiter plate (1) is placed on the shaker platform (4) of the
magnetic shaker. The liquid to be shaken is introduced into the microtiter
wells.
To shake the low liquid volumes inside the 1536 microtiter plates (1)
efficiently, very high shaking frequencies are required. In case of the
TELESHAKE 1536 (-6, -8, LIFT), the shaking frequency lies within the
resonance frequency range of the mass system: shaker platform (4) +
microtiter plate (1) + liquid. This means that in this case the energy
transmission is very efficient. The liquid is mixed in fractions of a second.
Thanks to the inductive drive, it is possible to generate high shaking
frequencies and short running times in a precise and reproducible manner.
The shaker platform (4) starts and stops at the auto-positioning centric zero
position, i.e. that no expensive electrical repositioning mechanism is
needed. This feature ensures safe performance even during unsupervised
continuous operation.

4 Startup procedure
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4 Startup procedure

DANGER
Supply voltage and supply frequency must be
within the range specified for the control unit (12).

DANGER
Magnetism.
Magnetic or metallic parts (e.g. data carriers, pace-
makers, watches) can be affected by magnetic fields.
Keep such parts away from the magnetic shaker.

CAUTION
The equipment must not be operated in hazardous
locations.

CAUTION
Place the control unit (12) in such a way that it is
not exposed to extreme stress (such as dust,
agitation, chemicals, humidity, direct solar
radiation, heat). Do not cover the control unit (12).
Danger of excessive heat!

CAUTION
Permissible ambient conditions:
Cf. Technical specifications.
Avoid placing the unit near heat sources such as
heating elements and do not expose it to direct
solar radiation. The magnetic shaker and the
control unit (12) must not be run in humid rooms, or
set up in water splash zones!

CAUTION
Disconnect the control unit (12) from mains before
connecting or disconnecting the control line (7).

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For safe operation, the magnetic shaker must be mounted in a fixed
position in a precisely specified location (Figure 4). To do so, use the
mounting holes (6) of the drive block (5). On page 35, you will find a
diagram specifying the exact dimensions of the installation bores. The
diagram is valid for all three device variants.
First make sure that the mounting platform is already equipped with the
appropriate bores. If necessary, drill the required bores into the mounting
platform.
Figure 4: Mounting the magnetic shaker using the mounting holes
Insert the screws (M4) into the mounting holes (6) from above and screw
them firmly into the mounting surface.
♦Mount the magnetic shaker on the mounting surface (see Figure 4
and diagram on page 35).
For short-term work, it is also possible to place the magnetic shaker onto
the anti-skid mat (enclosed in scope of delivery) without fixed installation.
6
5
5 Drive block
6 Mounting holes
Screws (M4)
6

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Figure 5: Control unit SHAKEMODUL 1536 or SHAKEMODUL 1536 LIFT
♦Turn the frequency selection knob (11) on the control unit (12) to the
position OFF (see Figure 5).
♦Plug the control line (7) of the magnetic shaker into the control line
connector (8) of the control unit (12), see also Figure 1 and Figure 3.
♦Plug the mains cable of the control unit (12) into a mains socket.
12
11
10
8
9
8 Control line connector
9 Jack socket, blue (to next module)
10 Jack socket, red (to PC RS232)
11 Frequency selection knob
12 Control unit

5 Manual operation
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5 Manual operation

INFORMATION
When filling microtiter plates (1), make sure the
wells are not filled to the rim. Otherwise, some
sample splashing might occur.
During the shaking process, the fixating elements (3) hold the microtiter
plate fixed on the shaker platform (4).
TELESHAKE 1536-6: three movable and three stationary fixating elements
(Figure 6 and Figure 7),
TELESHAKE 1536-8: four movable and four stationary fixating elements
(Figure 8 and Figure 9).
The movable fixating elements (3) anchor the microtiter plate by using
spring pressure. They can be opened electromechanically in order to insert
or remove the microtiter plate2
Using the frequency selection knob (11), you can open and lock the fixating
elements (3):
.
•Frequency selection knob (11) on position OFF
Fixating elements (3) open (see Figure 6 and Figure 8)
•Frequency selection knob (11) on shaking frequency
Fixating elements (3) locked (see Figure 7 and Figure 9)
2If the power supply is defective, the microtiter plate can also be inserted or removed
manually.

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Figure 6 : TELESHAKE 1536-6, open fixating elements
Figure 7 : TELESHAKE 1536-6, locked fixating elements
Back: movable fixating elements
Front: stationary fixating elements
Right: stationary fixating element
Back: movable fixating elements
Front: stationary fixating elements
Left: movable fixating element
Right: stationary fixating element
Left: movable fixating element

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Figure 8 : TELESHAKE 1536-8 and LIFT, open fixating elements
Figure 9 : TELESHAKE 1536-8 and LIFT, locked fixating elements
Back: movable fixating elements
Front: stationary fixating elements
Left: movable fixating elements
Right: stationary fixating elements
Back: movable fixating elements
Front: stationary fixating elements
Left: movable fixating elements
Right: stationary fixating elements

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♦Turn the frequency selection knob (11) to the position OFF (see
Figure 5).
♦Introduce the liquid to be shaken into the microtiter wells (MTP) (1).
♦Place the prepped MTP (1) on the shaking platform (4).
♦Use the frequency selection knob (11) to select the shaking
frequency.
The fixating elements (3) are locked, thereby securing the microtiter plates.
When in operation, the magnetic shaker will perform a circular movement in
one direction (vortex operation) around its centric position (zero position).
When turned off, the magnetic shaker will reproducibly return to this
position.
During manual operation, you may select a shaking frequency from a range
of 5,500 to 7,000 rpm. In this range the shaking frequency still lies within
the resonance frequency range of the mass system: shaker platform (4) +
microtiter plate (1) + liquid. The shaking frequency is also dependent of the
weight of this system. The most efficient operation is insured by a
frequency just below the resonance.
TELESHAKE 1536 LIFT:
The shaker platform (4) of the magnetic shaker TELESHAKE 1536
LIFT is additionally equipped with eight lifting pins (2) that lift up the
microtiter plate about 8 mm when the shaking process of the microtiter
plate has been finished and the fixating elements (3) have been
opened.
•Frequency selection knob (11) on the position OFF:
Fixating elements (3) are open and the lifting pins (2) have
moved upwards (see Figure 10, left).
The microtiter plate is lifted upwards and is placed freely on the
lifting pins (2).
The robot gripping arms now can grip the microtiter plate from all
sides, inserting and removing it.
•Frequency selection knob (11) on shaking frequency:
Fixating elements (3) are locked and the lifting pins (2) are
submerged into the block (see Figure 10, right).
The microtiter plate is fixed onto the shaker platform (4) for
operation.

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Figure 10 : Lifting pins lifting (left) or fixing (right) the microtiter plate
5.1 Tips for shaker operation
Please note that the device restarts automatically when power is supplied
again after an interruption.
We recommend to find out the most superior shaking behaviour by means
of a reference microtiter plate. The shaking behaviour is influenced by the
shaking frequency and the shaking power3. Please test which shaking
frequency results in a maximum vortex movement without striking the
shaker platform (4). The most efficient operation is insured by a frequency
just below the resonance4
Standard values:
.
- The resonance frequency depends on the weight of the system
consisting of shaker platform (4) + microtiter plate + liquid.
- Without load, the resonance frequency is at approximately 7,200 rpm.
- If the magnetic shaker is loaded with an unprepped 1536 MTP, the
resonance frequency is at approximately 6,200 rpm.
- The heavier the weight, the lower the resonance frequency.
- The higher the selected shaking power (see also Remote operation,
Chapter 6), the larger the amplitude of the shaking movement.
3The shaking power determines the amplitude of the shaking movement.
4When the magnetic shaker operates at resonance frequency, it only executes a
longitudinal movement.
Stationary fixating elements: front and right side
Movable fixating elements: back and left side

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If the shaker platform (4) strikes the drive block (5) during
operation:
An irritating noise is generated, the magnetic shaker, however, is not
damaged in any way. When the resonance frequency is reached
during a high shaking power, it may result in such strokes.
♦Reduce the frequency using the frequency selection knob (11), or
♦Reduce the shaking power (see Remote operation, Chapter 6).
Microtiter plates (MTP’s):
A wide variety of 1536 microtiter plates is commercially available. We
recommend the use of microtiter plates with standard dimensions
pursuant to ANSI/SBS 1-20045
Tolerable side height: 1.9 - 2.8 mm
. If necessary, non-standardized
microtiter plates may be used after they have been tested.
The fixating elements (3) are shaped in such a way that they can
harmonize irregularities and various forms of plate edges can be
inserted. In this way, microtiter plates are always precisely fixed and
positioned.
In general, the mixing performance of microtiter plates with rectangular
wells is better than the mixing performance of microtiter plates with
cylindrical or conical wells.
The TELESHAKE 1536 (-6, -8, LIFT) is also suitable for 384 microtiter
plates with standard dimensions.
5See also Technical Specifications, Chapter 9.

6 Remote operation
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6 Remote operation
You may also control the magnetic shaker via PC or robot station, using the
RS232 interface. This will permit you to adjust, in addition to shaking
frequency, other parameters such as running time, performance, or shaking
sequences. Depending on the transfer of up to 14 magnetic shakers can be
controlled individually and directly via a single RS232 interface.
For detailed description of the RS232 communication protocol see
enclosed interface description (Order number 50109812)

INFORMATION
PC or robot-control is only available if the
frequency selection knob (11) is set to the position
OFF.

CAUTION
Disconnect the control unit (12) from mains before
connecting or disconnecting the control line (7).
The fixating elements (3) are even electromechanically opened and locked
when the device is remote-controlled. However, the mechanism is not
controlled by the frequency selection knob (11) as in manual operation, but
via PC. The software contains commands for opening and locking the
fixating elements (3) and, if required as in the case of the magnetic shaker
TELESHAKE 1536 LIFT, for lifting and lowering the lifting pins (2).
By default, the command is preset that the lifting pins (2) are lowered and
the fixating elements (3) are locked before shaking operation is started.
After shaking operation has been terminated, the fixating elements (3)
remain locked and the lifting pins (2) remain submerged until a command
for opening and lifting respectively is given via PC.