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Helmer Scientific i.Series

- Platelet Agitator

Operation Manual

360390/A

Appendix A: Parts

Front features (multiple models shown).

Rear features (multiple models shown).

Label

Description

Label

Description

Shelf

Motion alarm switch

Drawer guides/trolley

Power cord (installed in incubator)

Drawer

Power cord (stand alone)

Power switch

Power connector with rotating lock nut

Base

Summary of Contents for i Pro Series

Page 1: ...360390 A Platelet Agitator Operation Manual i Series Pro Models Countertop PF15 Pro PF48 Pro PF96 Pro ...

Page 2: ...Helmer Inc All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners Helmer Inc doing business as DBA Helmer Scientific and Helmer Disclaimer This manual is intended as a guide to provide the operator with necessary instructions on the proper use and maintenance of certain Helmer Scientific products Any failure to follow the instructions as described could result i...

Page 3: ...ion Requirements 5 2 2 Power and Communication Connection 5 2 3 Mounting Brackets 6 2 4 Placement Leveling and Setup 6 2 5 Storage Configuration 6 2 6 Load the Agitator 7 3 Operation 8 3 1 Initial Start Up 8 3 2 Motion Alarm 8 3 3 Motion Alarm Controls 9 3 4 Enable or Disable Motion 10 4 Specifications 11 4 1 Operating Standards 11 5 Compliance 12 5 1 Safety Compliance 12 5 2 Environmental Complia...

Page 4: ...rect the interference at his own expense Helmer platelet agitators are intended to provide the continuous gentle agitation conditions required for the storage of platelet products The devices are intended to be operated by personnel who have procedures in place for meeting FDA AABB EU or any other applicable regulations for the processing and storage of platelet products 1 4 Safety Precautions and...

Page 5: ...is enabled Avoid sharp edges when working inside the electrical compartment Ensure biological materials are stored at recommended temperatures determined by standards literature or good laboratory practices Proceed with caution when adding and removing products from the platelet agitator Use only manufacturer supplied power supply cord when operating stand alone or within incubator Using the equip...

Page 6: ...the optional Helmer AC DC power supply for stand alone configuration Stand Alone Installed in Incubator The platelet agitator may be used in a stand alone configuration A power supply with adaptable plugs is available for stand alone use Select and install the desired plug prior to attaching the power supply to the agitator The power supply is not used when configured inside a Helmer Pro Series Pl...

Page 7: ...nds of the base If the base is not accessible lift using the ends of the storage frame Stand Alone Installed in Incubator 1 Place platelet agitator on sturdy surface 2 Ensure platelet agitator is level 3 Using a small flathead screwdriver turn the communication switch to the X position Ensure the arrow shown in red for visibility in the picture above is pointing to the X 1 Using a small flathead s...

Page 8: ...ith platelet bags shown in a Helmer PC900 Pro incubator CAUTION When opening drawer grasp handle not label holder Open one drawer at a time Open the drawer to be loaded and lay the platelet bags flat The top of the storage frame may also be used for bag storage Avoid stacking bags Maintain enough space around each bag for air circulation For thicker bags remove drawers Place the bag tubing under o...

Page 9: ...le is carefully positioned to the right of the agitator to prevent damage caused by agitation motion Stand alone power supply should not be used when configuring a platelet agitator in a platelet incubator Use only manufacturer supplied DC power cord when configuring a platelet agitator in a platelet incubator Ensure power switch and alarm switch are switched OFF prior to connecting the agitator p...

Page 10: ...o external devices is suppressed Alarm Delay The duration of time between when agitation stops and when the alarm sounds is the alarm delay The alarm delay is set using the alarm delay control Notes The minimum alarm delay that can be set is approximately 10 seconds Maximum alarm delay is approximately 10 minutes The default motion alarm delay is set at the halfway point approximately 4 to 5 minut...

Page 11: ...itator will not start stop based on the platelet incubator door position Stand Alone Installed in Incubator Start Stop Agitation 1 Select the desired speed from 40 to 80 CPM 2 Load items into the platelet agitator 3 Switch the agitation ON OFF switch ON to begin movement 4 Switch the motion alarm switch ON OFF switch ON 5 Switch the motion alarm switch ON OFF switch OFF 6 Switch the agitation ON O...

Page 12: ...and alone power supply 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz Agitator Unit 24VDC Voltage Tolerance 10 AC input to power supply Power Draw 16 Watts nominal Power Source 24VDC AC DC power supply stand alone 24VDC umbilical cable configured with incubator Agitation Speed cycles minute 40 80 CPM Remote Alarm Capacity 1 A at 33 V AC RMS or 70 V DC Table 3 Agitator Specifications PF15 Pro PF48 Pro PF96 Pro Height 13 5 3...

Page 13: ...When disposing of this product in countries affected by this directive Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste Collect this product separately Use the collection and return systems available locally For more information on the return recovery or recycling of this product contact your local distributor 5 3 Electromagnetic Compliance Helmer Scientific Agitators meet the applicable...

Page 14: ...e 9V NiMH backup battery for the motion alarm system after an extended power failure and change it if necessary or change the battery if it has been in service for one year ü Check moving parts for wear Clean moving parts ü Replace moving parts if worn ü Clean the exterior of the platelet agitator ü Notes During a power failure when the motion alarm is enabled the backup battery provides power to ...

Page 15: ...ures multiple models shown Rear features multiple models shown Label Description Label Description A Shelf F Motion alarm switch B Drawer guides trolley G Power cord installed in incubator C Drawer H Power cord stand alone D Power switch I Power connector with rotating lock nut E Base C G F E D B I H A ...

Page 16: ...res multiple models shown Label Description Label Description A Drawer stop panel E Agitator communication setting B Agitator speed control stand alone configuration only F Data cable port C Alarm volume control G Communication cable for use with Pro Series Incubator D Alarm delay control F E D C B A G ...

Page 17: ...Helmer Scientific i Series Platelet Agitator Operation Manual 360390 A 16 ...

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