VWR Mini Shaker User manual

Instruction Manual
Mini Shaker
Microplate Shaker

Package contents
Mini Shaker or Microplate Shaker
Non-skid rubber mat (Mini Shaker only)
92” (234cm) detachable power cord
Instruction manual
Warranty
Manufacturer warrants this product to be free from defects in material and workmanship when used
under normal conditions for five (5) years. Register your equipment or instrument online at www.
vwrsp.com/warranty for US residents or www.vwrcanlab.com/warranty for Canadian residents. For
your reference, make a note of the serial number, date of purchase and supplier here.
Serial No.: Date of Purchase:
Supplier:
table of contents
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Maintenance & Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Environmental Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Standards & Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Mini Shaker . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Microplate Shaker . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8
Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12
Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14
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InstallatIon
Upon receiving the VWR Mini/Microplate Shaker, check to ensure that no dam-
age has occurred during shipment. It is important that any damage that occurred
in transport is detected at the time of unpacking. If you do find such damage the
carrier must be notified immediately.
After unpacking, place the Mini/Microplate Shaker on a level bench or table, away
from explosive vapors. Secure to an immovable work surface by pressing down
on the four (4) corners of the unit, creating a strong suction to the work surface
(DO NOT place on a bench mat). Ensure that the surface on which the unit is
placed will withstand typical heat produced by the unit. Always place the unit on a
sturdy work surface.
The Mini/Microplate Shaker is supplied with a power cord that is inserted into the
IEC connector on the back of the unit first, then it can be plugged into a properly
grounded outlet. The 120V unit plugs into a 120 volt, 50/60 Hz source. The 230V
unit plugs into a 230 volt, 50/60 Hz source.
MaIntenance & servIcIng
The Mini/Microplate Shaker is built for long, trouble-free, dependable service.
No lubrication or other technical user maintenance is required. However at least
every three (3) months you should:
• Unplugtheunit.
• Removeanyaccumulateddirtfromthebaseandtray.
• Checkallaccessibleitemstomakesuretheyareproperlytightened.
The unit should be given the care normally required for any electrical appliance.
Avoid wetting or unnecessary exposure to fumes. Spills should be removed promptly.
DO NOT use a cleaning agent or solvent on the front panel which is abrasive or
harmful to plastics, nor one which is flammable. Always ensure the power is discon-
nected from the unit prior to any cleaning. If the unit ever requires service, contact
your VWR representative.
envIronMental condItIons
Operating Conditions: Indoor use only.
* For use in CO2environments, incubators or cold rooms.
* Temperature: -10 to 60°C (14 to 140°F).
Humidity: maximum 80% relative humidity, non-condensing
Altitude: 0 to 6,562 ft (2000 M) above sea level
Non-Operating Storage:
* Temperature: -20 to 65°C (-4 to 149°F)
Humidity: maximum 80% relative humidity, non-condensing
Installation Category II and Pollution Degree 2 in accordance with IEC 664.
* Avoid cold starts: Unit is not designed to start after being in a cold room envi-
ronment. Bring unit into cold room from a room temperature environment, operate
and remove unit from cold room as soon as operation is complete.
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safety InstructIons
Please read the entire instruction manual before operating the Mini/
Microplate Shaker.
WARNING! DO NOT use the Mini/Microplate Shaker 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 used with accessories not provided or
recommended by the manufacturer, or used in a manner not specified by
the manufacturer.
Always operate unit on a level surface for best performance and maxi-
mum safety.
DO NOT lift unit by the tray.
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
servicing.
Spills should be removed promptly. DO NOT immerse the unit for cleaning.
DO NOT operate the unit if it shows signs of electrical or mechanical damage.
Earth Ground - Protective Conductor Terminal
Alternating Current
standards & regulatIons
Henry Troemner LLC hereby declares under it’s sole responsibility that the con-
struction of this product conforms in accordance with the following standards:
Safety standards:
IEC 61010-1 Safety requirements for electrical equipment for
measurement, control and laboratory use. Part I:
General Requirements.
IEC 61010-2-051 Part II: Particular requirements for laboratory
equipment for mixing and stirring.
UL Std. No. 61010-1
CSA/CAN C22.2 No. 0-M91
CSA/CAN C22.2 No. 61010-1-04
EMC standards:
FCC-B EN55022-B
EN6100-3-3 EN6100-4-5
EN61000-4-2 EN61000-4-3
EN61000-4-4 EN61000-4-6
EN61000-4-11 EN61326-1 Class A
Associated EU guidelines:
EMC directive 2004/108/EC
RoHS directive 2011/65/EU
LVD directive 2006/95/EC
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The front panel of the Mini/Microplate Shaker contains all the controls and dis-
plays needed to operate the unit.
A. Standby button/standby indicator light: The standby indicator light will
illuminate when the unit is plugged in. The unit will be in standby mode. Press
the standby button to activate the speed and time functions. The standby indicator
light will shut off and the speed display and time displays will illuminate. Press the
standby button again and the unit will once again be in standby mode.
B. Speed display: Displays the speed of the shaker. C. Up/down arrows for set-
point control. On/off button starts/stops shaking function. D. The speed indicator
light will be illuminated when the unit is shaking.
E. Time display: Displays accumulated time (continuous mode) or how much
time is remaining (timed mode). The display range is from 0 to 9,999 minutes in
one (1) second increments. The display will indicate minutes and seconds until
the timer reaches 99 minutes and 59 seconds (99:59), then the display will auto-
matically display minutes up to 9,999. F. Up/down arrows for set-point control. On/
off button starts/stops the time function.
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control Panel
B. E.
C. F. A.
D.

Overall dimensions (L x W x H): 17 x 11 x 4”
(43.2 x 27.9 x 10.2cm)
Tray dimensions (L x W): 11.75 x 8.75”
(29.9 x 22.2cm)
Electrical (50/60 Hz): 120 volts, 5 amps, 25 watts
230 volts, 5 amps, 25 watts
Fuses: 5mm x 20mm, 5 amp quick acting
Speed range: 100 to 1200rpm
Speed accuracy: ±2%
Timer: 1 second to 9999 minutes
(increased in 1 second increments)
Orbit: 0.125” (3mm)
Maximum weight capacity: ~ 8lbs (3.6kg), up to 1000rpm
~ 5lbs (2.3kg), over 1000rpm
Controls: see page 4
Tray material: aluminum
Ship weight: 25lbs (11.4kg)
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MInI shaker sPecIfIcatIons
Mini Shaker with plasticware

MInI shaker set-uP
The Mini Shaker is supplied with a tray designed to hold a variety of accessories.
1. Flat containers can be shaken by placing them on the non-skid mat provided with the unit.
2. The tray also has mounting holes ready for use with flask/media bottle clamps or test tube racks. See below for tray configurations.
MInI shaker tray confIguratIons
(35) 10mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamps (20) 25mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamps
(6) 250mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamps (4) 500mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamps (3) 500mL Media Bottle Clamps
(12) 125mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamps
(2) Test Tube Racks
(15) 50mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamps
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Overall dimensions (L x W x H): 17 x 11 x 4”
(43.2 x 27.9 x 10.2cm)
Tray dimensions (L x W): 11 x 7.75”
(27.9 x 19.7cm)
Electrical (50/60 Hz): 120 volts, 5 amps, 25 watts
230 volts, 5 amps, 25 watts
Fuses: 5mm x 20mm, 5 amp quick acting
Speed range: 100 to 1200rpm
Speed accuracy: ±2%
Timer: 1 second to 9999 minutes
(increased in 1 second increments)
Orbit: 0.125” (3mm)
Capacity: 4 microplates or 2 Micro-Tube Racks
Controls: see page 4
Tray material: aluminum
Ship weight: 25lbs (11.4kg)
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MIcroPlate shaker sPecIfIcatIons
Microplate Shaker with plasticware and 1.5 to 2mL Micro-Tube Rack

NOTE: The tray on the Microplate Shaker is not designed to hold flask clamps.
(4) microplates(2) microplates (2) Micro-Tube Racks
MIcroPlate shaker set-uP
The Microplate Shaker is designed to hold two (2) or four (4) microplates, or two (2) Micro-Tube Racks.
1. Place two (2) microplates or deep well blocks diagonally on the tray, or place four (4) microplates or deep well blocks on the tray. The plates/blocks
do not have to be filled.
2. Place the corner of the plate/block under the spring located at each corner of the tray.
3. Slide plate/block into place. You are ready to use.
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MIcroPlate shaker tray confIguratIons
2. 3. 4.

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3. Setting time to zero (0:00) and continuous mode: Accumulated time.
a. Press and hold the on/off button below the time display. After three
(3) seconds the display will indicate the previous set time.
b. Simultaneously press both the up and the down arrows, the display
will indicate zero (0:00). The unit time is now set to zero (0:00)
minutes. Alternately, you can use the up/down arrows to get to
zero (0:00).
c. Press the on/off button below the time display. The display will
indicate accumulated time. The up/down arrows will become inactive.
To stop timer, press the on/off button again. IMPORTANT: This will
NOT interrupt the shaking function. Press the on/off button below
the speed display to interrupt the shaking function.
d. To reset, press and hold the on/off button below the time display.
After three (3) seconds the display will indicate the previous set
time, which was zero (0:00).
4. Setting timed mode: Programmed time.
a. Press the up/down arrows below the time display until you reach
the desired time.
b. Start this function by pressing the on/off button below the time
display. The unit will run for the selected time, the up/down arrows
will become inactive while the timer is running. The unit will stop
shaking when time display reaches zero (0:00). Four (4) audible
beeps will indicate the count down function is complete. The time
display will default back to the set time. To repeat for the same time,
simply press the on/off button again.
oPeratIng InstructIons
The Mini/Microplate Shakers have been designed for the speed and time func-
tions to work independently of one another. The speed can be reset without
resetting the timer and the timer can be stopped and started without interrupting
the shaking function.
1. Getting ready:
a. Plug the power cord into a properly grounded outlet. The standby
indicator light will illuminate, verifying power to the unit.
b. Press the standby button to move the unit from standby mode. The standby
indicator light will turn off and the speed and time displays will illuminate,
displaying the previously used settings.
2. Setting speed:
a. Press the up/down arrows below the speed display until you reach
the desired speed. When you release the button, the display will
blink off and then on indicating the new set speed has been
accepted.
b. Press the on/off button to start the shaking function. The indicator
light below the speed display will illuminate to indicate the shaking
function is in use and remain lit until shaking has ceased. The
microprocessor controlled ramping feature slowly increases speed
until the set-point is reached which helps to avoid splashing, and
provides excellent low end control.
c. Speed adjustments can be made without interrupting shaking by
using the up/down arrows below the speed display. After the
change has been made and you release the button, the display will
blink off and then on indicating the new set speed has been
accepted.
d. To stop the shaking function, press the on/off button below the
speed display. The speed indicator light will turn off.

c. To interrupt an automatic timing cycle before it is completed, press
the on/off button below the time display. The display will flash off
and on to indicate the time function is on “hold”. IMPORTANT: This
will NOT interrupt the shaking function. Press the on/off button
below the speed display to interrupt the shaking function. Restart
the timer by pressing the on/off button below the time display.
Unit will continue counting down to zero (0:00). When the display
reaches zero (0:00), you will hear the four (4) audible beeps that
indicate the count down function is complete and the shaking
function will cease.
5. Turning unit off:
a. To turn the unit off, press the standby button. The speed and time
displays will be blank, the standby indicator light will illuminate.
The Mini/Microplate Shaker should be kept in standby mode when
not in use. To completely cut off power to the unit, disconnect the
power cord form the unit or unplug from the wall outlet.
OPERATING TIPS
As a safety feature, a built-in program will shut power off to the motor if the tray
is prevented from rotating, or the unit is overloaded beyond its recommended
weight capacity.
Built-in memory maintains the last used speed and time settings during a power
interruption.
troubleshootIng
During operation, any rattling or ticking sounds may indicate a loose screw on
the tray, a tray attachment or an accessory. All accessories should be sufficiently
tightened in place before starting the unit.
Error Code Software Test Cause
E04 unit overloaded maximum load exceeded
loose foot (suction cup) *
Press the standby button to clear this error. Be sure the load is within the maxi-
mum load capacity before restarting the unit. If the E04 error code persists, switch
the unit off and contact your VWR representative for repairs.
Error Code Software Test Cause
E03 drive system failure ceased bearing
drive belt broken
mechanical obstruction
loose foot (suction cup) *
Press the standby button to clear this error and remove the mechanical obstruc-
tion. If the E03 error persists the reason may be a ceased bearing or broken
drive belt and should NOT be addressed by the end user. Switch the unit off and
contact your VWR representative for repairs.
* In the event a foot (suction cup) has come loose from the bench top, the unit will
register an errant E04 or EO3 error message due to the instability of the unit. Press
the standby button to clear this error. Firmly press down on the four (4) corners of
the unit, creating a strong suction to the work surface (DO NOT place on bench
mat). Press the standby button to resume operation.
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oPeratIng InstructIons

DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
1. Front panel membrane switch 380704-00
2. Tray 580050-00
3. Display board 380780-00
4. Belt 580019-00
5. Motor 380712-00
6. Motor transition board 380715-00
7. Connection cable 380720-00
8. IEC power entry module 386122-00
9. Feet (suction cup) 545014-00
10. Detachable 92” (234cm) power cord: 120V 330100-00
EURO 330101-00
UK 330102-00
SWISS 330103-00
MInI shaker rePlaceMent Parts
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1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8. 10.
9.

DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
1. Front panel membrane switch 380703-00
2. Tray assembly 880761-00
3. Display board 380780-00
4. Belt 580019-00
5. Motor 380712-00
6. Motor transition board 380715-00
7. Connection cable 380720-00
8. IEC power entry module 386122-00
9. Feet (suction cup) 545014-00
10. Detachable 92” (234cm) power cord: 120V 330100-00
EURO 330101-00
UK 330102-00
SWISS 330103-00
MIcroPlate shaker rePlaceMent Parts
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1. 2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7. 8. 10.
9.

accessorIes
TEST TUBE RACKS
tube PlatforM
descrIPtIon caPacIty caPacIty cat. no.
10 to 13mm Test Tube Rack 63 2 12620-956
14 to 16mm Test Tube Rack 48 2 12620-958
18 to 20mm Test Tube Rack 35 2 12620-960
22 to 25mm Test Tube Rack 24 2 12620-962
15mL Centrifuge Tube Rack 35 2 11301-134
50mL Centrifuge Tube Rack 12 2 11301-136
1.5 to 2mL Micro-Tube Rack 70 2 12620-952
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FLASK CLAMPS
PlatforM
descrIPtIon MaterIal caPacIty cat. no.
10mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamp stainless steel 35 57018-775
25mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamp stainless steel 20 57018-786
50mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamp stainless steel 15 57018-797
125mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamp stainless steel 12 57018-800
250mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamp stainless steel 6 57018-811
500mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamp stainless steel 4 57018-822
500mL Media Bottle Clamp stainless steel 3 14215-236
125mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamp PVC 12 97003-576
250mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamp PVC 6 97003-578
500mL Erlenmeyer Flask Clamp PVC 4 97003-580
Installation of Test Tube Racks - Mini Shaker
1. Unit should be in standby mode.
2. Remove non-skid rubber mat.
3. Align the clip on the rack to the right side of the tray.
4. Line up the holes in the test tube rack to the holes in the tray. Using the
screws provided, hand tighten into place using a flathead screwdriver. DO
NOT over tighten.
Installation of 1.5 to 2mL Micro-Tube Rack - Microplate Shaker
1. Unit should be in standby mode.
2. Align the Micro-Tube Rack side-to-side on the tray.
3. Press the Micro-Tube Rack in place, you will hear the Micro-Tube Rack clip
into position. No mounting screws are required.
Installation of Flask Clamps - Mini Shaker
1. Unit should be in standby mode.
2. Remove non-skid rubber mat.
3. Line up the hole(s) in the flask clamp to the hole(s) in the tray. Using the
screw(s) provided, hand tighten into place using a flathead screwdriver.
DO NOT over tighten.
4. Insert flask/media bottle into clamp and wrap the spring around the neck
of the clamp to hold secure.
Not for use with the Microplate Shaker.

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accessorIes
Installation of Universal Harness - Mini Shaker
1. Unit should be in standby mode.
2. Remove non-skid rubber mat.
3. Insert one band through the side of one “U” in the U-shaped cut-outs on the center
post. Pull band through to secure to the U-shaped cut-out. Repeat for the three
remaining bands.
4. After the bands are installed in the center post, line up the holes in center post with
the two holes in middle of the tray. Using the screws provided, hand tighten into
place using a flathead screwdriver. DO NOT over tighten.
5. Place sample(s) on tray.
6. Stretch the harness bands over the sample(s) and then under each of the
bent-down corners of the tray.
Not for use with the Microplate Shaker.
UNIVERSAL HARNESS
MIcroPlate PlatforM
descrIPtIon caPacIty caPacIty cat. no.
Universal Harness 2 or 4 1 12620-954
Installation of Universal Platform - Mini Shaker
1. Unit should be in standby mode.
2. Remove non-skid rubber mat.
3. Line up the holes in the Universal Platform to the holes in the tray. Using
the screws provided, hand tighten into place using a flathead screwdriver.
DO NOT over tighten.
4. Add glassware. Adjust rollers by loosening each of the thumbscrews. Slide
the padded rollers to the desired position and retighten the thumbscrews.
Not for use with the Microplate Shaker.
UNIVERSAL PLATFORM
The Universal Platform has a non-skid rubber surface with adjustable clamping bars to
accommodate various vessel types. Stainless steel construction.
PlatforM
descrIPtIon sIze (l xW) caPacIty cat. no.
Universal Platform 11.7 x 8.7” 1 12620-964
(29.7 x 22.1cm)

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