Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 User manual

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MaxQ 5000
Incubated and Refrigerated Floor Shakers
Operating Manual and Parts List LT2087X1 (7004348) Rev. 14
User Manual

Thermo Scientific
MANUAL NUMBER LT2087X1 (7004348)
14 40722 7/10/17 Added gas springs statement to Maitenance bpg
13 41343 4/26/17 Added F-Gas statement bpg
12 40139 4/15/15 Updated warranty information ccs
11 31361 7/18/14 Removed CE reference from pg 2-4 ccs
10 30954 4/10/14 Updated Setting Timer For Continuous Shaking Step 3 - pg 5-5 ccs
9 29034 9/10/12 Added note to hyperterminal information on pg 5-6 ccs
8 28316 3/7/12 Added platform mntg plate replacement in Maintenance section ccs
7 27862 1/25/12 Corrected notes on pg 1-2 ccs
Preface
MaxQ 5000 Shaker i
Models covered in this manual
Model number Voltage
SH A5000 (4348) 120V
SH A5000-1CE (4349) 240V
SH E5000 (4350) 120V
SH E5000-1CE (4351) 240V
SH A5000-7 (4354) 120V
SH A5000-8CE (4355) 240V
SH E5000-7 (4356) 120V
SH E5000-8CE (4358) 240V

Thermo Scientificii MaxQ 5000 Shaker
Preface
Contains Parts and Assemblies
Susceptible to Damage by
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
CAUTION
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may result in damage to the unit, injury to operating personnel, and poor equipment performance.
Caution All internal adjustments and maintenance must be performed by qualified service personnel. s
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Table of Contents
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1-1
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Control anel Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3-1
Unpacking and Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-1
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Adjusting Shaker Feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Platform nstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Test Tube Rack nstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Loading the Shaker Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Flask Clamp nstallation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1
Time(r) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Speed Control and Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Power Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Temperature Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Temp Controller - Setting Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Calibrating Shaker Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Setting Shaker Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Turning Shaker On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
RS232 nterface Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Setting Timer for Continuous Shaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Setting Timer for Timed Shaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
RS232 Communication Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Temperature Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
AC Power Loss . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-7
Setting Operating Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
Setting the High Limit Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Setting Low Limit Control, Refrigerated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-9
Optional Refrigeration System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-10
Section 1
Section 2
Section 3
Section 4
Section 5

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Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Gas Springs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Replacing Platform Mounting Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6-1
Platform Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7-1
Hi-Limit Thermostat Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Replacement arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Ordering Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Table of Contents
Section 6
Section 8
Section 7

MaxQ 5000 Shaker 1-1Thermo Scientific
Section 1 Safety Information
Your Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker has been designed with
function, reliability, and safety in mind. t is your responsibility to install
it in conformance with local electrical codes. For safe operation, pay
attention to the 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. Use appropriate hand and eye protection when handling hazardous
chemicals.
2. Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
3. Do not modify construction and/or assembly of equipment.
4. Do not remove tags, labels, decals, or other information from the unit.
5. Stand clear of equipment when it is operating.
6. f shaking action will result in the evolution of gases or fumes, carry
out the operation in a well-ventilated laboratory hood.
7. 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.
8. Perform regular maintenance service as specified in this manual and
keep unit in good repair. Do not operate with known defects.

MaxQ 5000 Shaker 2-1Thermo Scientific
Section 2 Specifications
Model No. 4348/4354 4349/4355 4350/4356 4351/4358
Exterior Unit Dimensions in. (cm)
Width 41” (104.1 cm) 41” (104.1 cm) 41” (104.1 cm) 41” (104.1 cm)
Height 41” (104.1 cm) 41” (104.1 cm) 41” (104.1 cm) 41” (104.1 cm))
Length 32” (81.3 cm) 32” (81.3 cm) 32” (81.3 cm) 32” (81.3 cm)
Weight lbs (kg) 476 (215.9) 476 (215.9) 512 (232.2) 512 (232.2)
Electrical: Standard Temperature/Refrigerated - Dedicated Power Source
Volts (AC) 120/120 220-240/220-240 120/120 220-240/220-240
Amps 12.0/14.0 6.5/8.0 7.5/14.0 6.5/8.0
Watts 1450/1600 1500/1840 900/1600 1500/1840
Freq. 50/60 (both models) 50/60 (both models) 50/60 (both models) 50/60 (both models)
Speed 40 to 400 rpm, ±10 rpm 40 to 400 rpm, ±10 rpm 15 to 500 rpm, +1 rpm 15 to 500 rpm, +1 rpm
Timer Continuous or timed from 1-
60 mins
Continuous or timed from 1-
60 mins
Continuous or timed from 0.1-
999 hours or 0.1-999 mins
Continuous or timed from 0.1-
999 hours or 0.1-999 mins
Recorder Output None None None None
RS232 Interface None None Monitor speed and time with
a computer
Monitor speed and time with
a computer
Display Analog tachometer displays
speed in rpm
Analog tachometer displays
speed in rpm
2 individual LED displays indi-
cate time and speed simulta-
neously. 3 characters height
1/2 inch (1.27 cm)
2 individual LED displays indi-
cate time and speed simulta-
neously. 3 characters height
1/2 inch (1.27 cm)
Soft Start Feature None None Software algorithms prevent
sudden start/stops
Software algorithms prevent
sudden start/stops
Mutable Alarms None None
Audible portion of the alarm
can be silenced for a 1 hr.
period without deactivating
the actual alarm condition by
depressing any key
Audible portion of the alarm
can be silenced for a 1 hr.
period without deactivating
the actual alarm condition by
depressing any key

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Specifications
Model No. 4348/4354 4349/4355 4350/4358 4351/4358
Motor Permanent Magnet DC Permanent Magnet DC Solid State Brushless DC Solid State Brushless DC
Speed None None
Audible with flashing LED
indicates when speed devi-
ates more than 10% of set
point
Audible with flashing LED
indicates when speed devi-
ates more than 10% of set
point
Speed Shut Off None None
When speed deviates 10%
of set point, unit will shut
down immediately
When speed deviates 10%
of set point, unit will shut
down immediately
Timer None None
Beeps twice when time has
expired. Shaking motion
stops.
Beeps twice when time has
expired. Shaking motion
stops.
Unbalanced Load None None
If the unit is running in an
unbalanced condition, an
alarm will sound and the
shaker will stop until the end
user corrects the condition.
The speed display will flash
“bAL” on speed panel LED.
If the unit is running in an
unbalanced condition, an
alarm will sound and the
shaker will stop until the end
user corrects the condition.
The speed display will flash
“bAL” on speed panel LED.
Optional latform Dimensions in. (cm)
Catalog Number L xW
30115 Universal 30” x 18” (76.2 x 45.7 cm)
In ended Use
Orbital shakers are designed to provide increased aeration in a stable
temperature environment.
Unin ended Use
1) Not intended for use in Class or applications as defined in 21 CFR
2) Not intended for mixtures of flammable materials

The MAXQ 5000 series of incubated and refrigerated floor shakers are
available in one of two control configurations:
• A-Class shakers SHKA5000, SHKA5000-1CE, SHKA5000-7 and
SHKA5000-8CE: control temperature by a Proportional/ ntegral/
Derivative (P D) microprocessor-based controller. Solid-state control
maintains time and speed and is adjustable with rotary dials. Analog
tachometer displays speed in RPM, verifying accuracy of speed setting.
Refrigerated units feature environmentally safe CFC free insulation
and coolant.
• E-Class shakers SHKE5000, SHKE5000-1CE, SHKE5000-7 and
SHKE5000-8CE: control temperature, time and speed by a
Proportional/ ntegral/Derivative (P D) microprocessor-based controller
that is adjustable with membrane switches on a keypad in 1 rpm
increments. Solid-state DC brushless motor provides more power.
Refrigerated units feature environmentally safe CFC free insulation
and coolant. Flashing display indicates power interruption. Pressing
any key will clear display. Non-volatile memory maintains speed and
time set points in the event of a power interruption. Speed and time
set points are automatically reactivated after power is restored.
Two temperature ranges are available all with accuracy of ±0.1°C at 37°C
in flask:
• Standard Temperature: SHKA5000, SHKA5000-1CE, SHKE5000
and SHKE5000-1CE, 10°C above ambient to 60°C.
• Refrigerated: SHKA5000-7, SHKA5000-8CE, SHKE5000-7 and
SHKE5000-8CE: 15°C BELOW ambient to 60°C. Refrigeration
system needs to be turned off whenever the set point is at or above
32°C.
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Specifications

n addition, all versions offer:
• Drive interrupt halts shaking action when door is opened.
• Door window.
• Foot pedal opens door automatically for hands free operation.
• All set points are retained by non-volatile memory that automatically
reactivates after power is restored.
• Visual, user adjustable over-temperature safety signal with independent
thermostat controls the heat if main controller fails.
• 1-inch (2.54 cm) triple eccentric orbital drive on 6 sets of permanently
lubricated ball bearings.
• Over temperature protection in the event of primary control failure.
• 75 lb. (34 kg) platform load capacity at safe speeds less than 400 rpm
for A-Class shakers and less than 500 rpm for E-Class shakers.
Environmen al Opera ing Condi ions
Pollution Degree 2
nstallation Category
Altitude: 2000 meters MSL (Mean Sea Level)
Relative Humidity: 20% to 80% maximum, non-condensing
Electrical Supply :120VAC or 240VAC
Voltage Tolerance: +10% of normal rated line
Temperature: 15°C to 32°C
Product Usage: ndoor use only
Caution Shaker operation in a CO2 enriched atmosphere is not recom-
mended. Formation of carbonic acid could cause electrical failures. s
Declaration of Conformity available on request.
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Specifications
Fluorinated Greenhouse Gases
Compliant with REGULATION (EU) No 517/2014 OF THE EUROPEAN
PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL on fluorinat d gr nhous
gas s.
This product contains fluorinat d gr nhous gas s in a h rm tically s al d
syst m. If a l ak in th s al d syst m is d t ct d, th op rator shall r pair
without undu d lay.
Th following mod l is d sign d for us with th following amounts of flu-
orinat d gr nhous gas s.
Model Refrigerant Amount (kg) GWP
SHKE5000-8CE R-134a 0.227 1430

MaxQ 5000 Shaker 3-1Thermo Scientific
Section 3 Control anel Features
1. Temperature Controller: Maintains chamber temperature.
2. Temperature Switch: Activates heater-allowing controller to maintain
temperature.
3. Temperature High-Limit Light: lluminates when high limit
thermostat is controlling chamber temperature.
4. Speed Control: Sets platform rotation speed.
5. Power Switch: Turns power on and off to shaker.
6. Speed Tachometer: Analog display of platform rotation speed.
7. Time(r): Allows user to chose either continuous or timed operation.
Figure 3-1. A-Class Control Panel Features

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Section 3
Control Panel Features
1. Speed display: 3 digit led indicates actual or set point speed
2. Up arrow key: increases platform rotation speed
3. Down arrow switch: decreases platform rotation speed
4. Speed light: red light illuminates when a locked rotor or over-speed
condition exists
5. Rpm light: illuminates to indicate actual speed
6. Set rpm light: illuminates when speed is being set
7. Stop switch: stops platform rotation
8. Start switch: starts platform rotation
9. Power switch: turns power on and off to shaker
10. Up arrow key: increases shaking time
11. Down arrow key: decreases shaking time
12. Time(r) display: 3 digit led indicates time remaining or elapsed time
13. Hours: timer indicates hours
14. Minutes: timer indicates minutes
12 3
4
5
6
789
10
11
12 13
14 15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23 24 25
26
27
Figure 3-2. E-Class Control Panel Features

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Section 3
Control Panel Features
15. Timer/elapsed: allows the user to choose elapsed time operation,
elapsed, or timed operation, timer
16. Hours/minutes membrane switch: allows user to choose timing
operation in either hours or minutes
17. Set time: illuminates when time is being set
18. Elapsed timer light: indicates accumulated time
19. Up arrow key: increases temperature
20. Temperature display: 3 digit led indicates chamber temperature
21. Down arrow key: decreases temperature
22.Water light: this function serves no purpose on this unit
23. Heat on switch: turns on heat
24. Heat off switch: turns off heat
25. Set temp light: indicates temperature can be set
26. Heat on light: indicates heaters are energized
27. High limit light: indicates high limit control has been activated.

MaxQ 5000 Shaker 4-1Thermo Scientific
Section 4 Unpacking and Installation
This should be inspected upon delivery. When received, carefully examine
for any shipping damage before unpacking. f damage is discovered, the
delivering carrier should specify and sign for the damage on your copy of
the delivery receipt.
Open the carton carefully making certain that all parts are accounted for
before packaging materials are discarded. After unpacking, if damage is
found, promptly report it to the carrier and request a damage inspection
properly.
Important Failure to request an inspection of damage within a few days
after receipt of shipment absolves the carrier from any liability for damage.
Call for a damage inspection promptly.
Put the shaker on a level surface capable of supporting the weight of the
shaker with any accessories while in operation.
Place shaker near an electrical outlet that matches the unit’s nameplate
requirements.
Allow approximately 12” (30.5 cm) of clearance around the unit for free
air convection and user convenience.
Shakers with refrigeration should be placed near an accessible drain. Route
the drainage tube on the back of the unit to this drain.
Models SHKA5000, SHKA5000-7, SHKE5000 and SHKE5000-7 shakers
require a 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz power source. They are supplied with a 3-
wire line cord and should be plugged into an outlet designed for 3-prong
plugs. f an extension cord is used, it also should be the 3-wire grounded
type. For an outlet designed to accept 2-prong plugs (ungrounded), it is
required that a qualified electrician replaces the outlet with a new,
grounded type.
Refrigerated models require a dedicated power source. SHKA5000-7 and
SHKE5000-7 are supplied with a 20 amp power cord.
Location
Electrical
Requirements

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Section 4
Unpacking and Installation
Models SHKA5000-1CE, SHKA5000-8CE, SHKE5000-1CE and
SHKE5000-8CE shakers require a 220-240VAC 50/60 Hz power source.
Power cords are supplied.
f a plug must be installed, use only the 3-prong grounded type, rated for
the unit load requirements and matching the power outlet. Make sure the
green ground wire is secured to the plug ground terminal.
To eliminate hazard of electrical shock, make sure floor around shaker is
dry. n the event of accidental spilling or splashing of liquids, clean up
and/or neutralize the spilled liquids before continuing.
Disconnect unit from the power source when not in use.
Warning Do not operate shaker with a damaged electrical cord. s
n order for this shaker to function safely, the feet must be adjusted before
use so that all four feet are in good contact with the floor, and reasonably
level.
Warning A shaker with poorly adjusted feet will be unstable and possibly
dangerous. s
Warning Check shaker to make sure it is level. f not, adjust shaker feet
until shaker is level. s
t is very important that this unit have the feet adjusted in the position in
which it will be used, and if moved, must be re-adjusted in the new
location before use. This will help prevent the unit from ‘walking’ at
higher speeds and loads. To accomplish this, proceed as follows:
1. Set all four feet to a height that will allow any casters present to be
clear of the floor, and so that they are the same distance from the
bottom of the sheet metal cabinet.
2. Tighten the jam nuts on the two rear feet to the bottom of the cabinet.
This will lock the rear feet.
3. Check the unit for rocking. Run the unit slowly. f it rocks, one of the
front feet is not in contact with the floor. Using a 3/4” (1.9 cm) open
end wrench, adjust the non-contacting front foot downward so that it
makes good contact with the floor. This can be easily accomplished
with the unit slowly running, since the foot being adjusted is
intermittently off the floor.
Electrical
Requirements (cont.)
Adjusting Shaker Feet

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Section 4
Unpacking and Installation
4. Add load and speed. f unit continues to rock, continue to adjust the
non-contacting foot downward until it makes good contact with the
floor. At this point, friction with the floor will make the foot hard to
turn and the unit will be standing with equal load on all four feet.
5. After the adjusting process is complete, tighten the remaining jam nuts
on the front feet against the cabinet.
6. When moving shaker to a new location, loosen locknuts around
shaker’s feet and raise feet until adjoining casters support the full
weight of the shaker and the shaker rolls freely on the ground. Roll
shaker to new location. After repositioning shaker, lower feet until
casters are off the ground and the full weight of the shaker is resting on
the feet. Level shaker and tighten locknuts.
1. Select the appropriate platform for the vessels to be shaken. A wide
variety of platforms and accessories are available:
• Dedicated platforms have the maximum number of flask clamps
attached for safe operation.
• Combination platforms allow the user to shake a wide variety of
different sized vessels on the same platform.
2. Remove 4 flat-head screws from the mounting blocks.
3. Secure platform, sold separately, to the mounting blocks using 4 flat-
head screws. Make sure countersinks face up.
4. Flasks and test tubes should be inserted in the clips and racks after
installing the shaking platform.
Caution Do not operate shaker with an unbalanced load. Platforms should
be loaded for optimum stability and operation. Do not lift shaker by the
platform. s
Adjusting Shaker Feet
(continued)
latform Installation

Each flask clamp contains a support spring located at the narrow top of the
clamp.
Depending on the size of the clamp, the clamp base may contain one or
several screws necessary to secure the clamp to the platform. All screws
provided with the clamp must be properly attached to the platform.
1. Carefully place the desired vessel in the clamp by first pulling the
clamp spring far enough apart to enable the flask base to be positioned
inside the clamp. Gently slide the flask into its proper position securing
it to the wider bottom of the clamp. The spring will hold the neck of
the flask securely in place and provide security during shaking.
2. Make sure all vessels are securely clamped before turning on unit.
Wherever possible, vessels should contain a stopper to prevent hazardous
substances being thrown out during the mixing action.
Warning Do not operate the shaker at speeds that will cause the contents
of vessels to be thrown out. s
For optimum performance, distribute the load evenly on the platform's
clips or racks. Under uneven loads and fast shaking speeds, the unit may
vibrate.
At slow to mid-range shaking speeds, load distribution will not cause
excessive vibration.
For low-temperature work, it may be advisable to wait until the chamber
temperature has stabilized at the desired set point before loading the
platform.
1. Position the test tube rack on the combination platform so that the
cutouts on the rack’s outside bottom are aligned with corresponding
mounting holes on the platform. There are two cutouts on each side of
the rack.
2. Secure the rack to the platform with mounting screws provided with
the rack.
4-4 MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific
Section 4
Unpacking and Installation
Flask Clamp
Installation
Loading the Shaker
latform
Test Tube Rack
Installation