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Section 3
Setup and Operation

STEP PROCEDURE DESCRIPTION

1.

Turn power on. 

Press the power switch located on the right
side of the unit to the on position.

The default setting is constant V, and the
LED display shows zero value.

To display firmware version number, hold
down constant parameter key while turning
the power switch to the on position.

2. 

Connect the electrophoresis 

The power leads are color coordinated to 

cell(s) to the power supply.

the output terminals in red and black.

indicates high voltages.

Note: Power leads must be inserted 
perpendicular to the curve of the case.

Fig. 5. Power leads connected correctly.

Fig. 6. Power leads connected incorrectly.

3. 

Select the constant parameter

Press the Constant key to select the 
constant parameter, either voltage or                  

or

current The LED on the parameter key 
corresponding to the selected constant
parameter will light up. The display shows 
the zero value for the constant parameter.

4. 

Enter a value for the constant 

Use the scroll key to enter the desired value.

parameter using the scroll key.

Voltage: 10–300V adjustable in 1V increments.
Current: 4–400 mA adjustable in 1 mA
increments.

Note: If the scroll key is pressed constantly
for more than 5 units in either direction, +/-,
the values will increase/decrease in
increments of 10 to reach the desired value
faster.

5. 

Enter value for limit parameter.

Use the parameter key to select the limit 

For volts

parameter. The maximum default value, 
300V or 400mA, is displayed. Select a suitable
limit value to avoid excessive power 

For milliamperes 

conditions for the application.

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Summary of Contents for PowerPac

Page 1: ...PowerPac Basic Power Supply Instruction Manual Catalog Number 164 5050 For Technical Service Call Your Local Bio Rad Office or in the U S Call 1 800 424 6723...

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Page 3: ...2 Troubleshooting 7 4 3 Replacing a Fuse 9 4 4 Firmware Version Number 9 Appendix A Specifications 10 Appendix BWarranty and Ordering Information 11 List of Figures 1 Front View 2 Rear View 3 Front V...

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Page 5: ...cold room the unit can be operated immediately However when removing the power supply from the cold room let the unit equilibrate to room temperature for a minimum of 2 hours before using it 6 Never...

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Page 7: ...s first reached When the set limit of the non constant parameter is reached and the power capability of the unit is not exceeded the power supply will switch making the non constant parameter the new...

Page 8: ...ve the power supply carefully inspect the container for any damage which may have occurred in shipping Severe damage to the container may indicate damage to the power supply itself If you suspect dama...

Page 9: ...s Changes the value of the selected parameter If the Scroll Key is pressed constantly for more than 5 units in either direction the values will increase decrease in increments of 10 to reach the desir...

Page 10: ...arameter Press the Constant key to select the constant parameter either voltage or or current The LED on the parameter key corresponding to the selected constant parameter will light up The display sh...

Page 11: ...for 2 seconds Caution Always use the stop key until the display shows Pfd This indicates to terminate a run in progress Use the Power Failure Detection is activated of the power switch to terminate a...

Page 12: ...tant parameter Note To change from an un timed to a timed run stop the run and re program 12 End of run When a run is completed i e a timed run has ended or an untimed run is stopped the constant para...

Page 13: ...PowerPac Adaptor electrical connection voids EN61010 safety provisions E1 error code No load detected Verify all electrical connections displayed Verify buffer levels where appropriate Instrument not...

Page 14: ...ep 8 Caution Deactivating this safety feature increases the possibility that a failure of the power leads or loose output connection will not be detected E10 error code Unacceptable value s Clear the...

Page 15: ...r into its position Press the fuse holder gently until it snaps into place The unit is now ready for use Fig 5 Rear View Showing Fuse Drawer with Notches Note Repeated blowing of the fuse indicates a...

Page 16: ...5 min warmup at 300 V and 70 W Noise 55 dBA at 1 meter Readout Stability Volts 1 V Current 1 mA Safety Features No load detection Indicated by error message on display Sudden load change detection Ind...

Page 17: ...tors not specified by Bio Rad Laboratories for this power supply 4 Deliberate or accidental misuse 5 Damage caused by disaster For inquiry or request for repair service contact your local Bio Rad offi...

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