HiSorb
™
Agitator
Instruction for use
QUI-1124
Version 2
August 2019
www.markes.com
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HiSorb Agitator, with 16 × 20 mL vial block
U-HSAG-20
Page 1: ...HiSorb Agitator Instruction for use QUI 1124 Version 2 August 2019 www markes com Product Reference HiSorb Agitator with 16 20 mL vial block U HSAG 20 ...
Page 2: ...ation 7 4 Technical specifications 8 4 1 HiSorb Agitator 8 4 2 Power supply 8 4 3 PC 9 5 Environmental operating conditions 9 5 1 Operating conditions 9 5 2 Storage and shipping conditions 9 6 Instrument operation 10 6 1 Vial block fitting removal 10 6 2 Setting the agitator 11 6 3 Activating the agitator 12 6 4 Temperature display 13 6 5 Error states 13 7 Instrument cleaning 14 7 1 General points...
Page 3: ...tator can be used in conjunction with Markes HiSorb probe technology for sorptive sample extraction and as a stand alone unit for general laboratory mixing of liquids or solid suspensions The key parts of HiSorb Agitator are labelled below They will be referred to throughout this manual Vial block 16 20 mL shown USB port for updates only Power switch Power inlet Touchscreen Front view Rear panel s...
Page 4: ...urer the protection provided by the instrument may be reduced System failures arising from such use may not be covered in standard warranty and service contract documents 2 2 Regulatory certifications The instrument is designed and manufactured under a quality system registered to ISO 9001 3 Safety warnings 3 1 Symbols Make sure you follow the safety notices presented in this manual and follow war...
Page 5: ...stances will render safety approval of the agitator invalid and may cause serious injury and or damage WARNING To avoid injury observe safe laboratory practice when handling solvents and samples and observe company policy on safety at all times WARNING Before using hazardous substances know the physical and chemical properties of the solvents you use and read the hazard indications and information...
Page 6: ...d cause build up of pressure CAUTION Do not reuse headspace vials During the washing process micro cracks can form which will weaken the glass and increase the chances of breakage 3 5 Spillage prevention CAUTION Vials should never be prepared in the agitator CAUTION Do not overfill sampling vials and consider the sampling device that is to be used CAUTION If sampling is to take place from vials po...
Page 7: ...h temperatures and consequently represent a burn hazard These zones include The vial block The vial block heat plate exposed when the vial block is removed These zones are labelled with burn hazard labels similar to the one shown CAUTION Always allow the vial block to return to room temperature before removing it from the heat plate CAUTION Always ensure that the heating function is off when no vi...
Page 8: ...Height 14 cm to top of agitator 18 cm to top of agitator fitted with a heated block for 16 20 mL vials other sizes may vary Width 35 cm Depth 19 cm Weight 5 kg 4 2 Power supply Manufacturer Meanwell Model GS220A24 R7B Mains voltage 100 240 Vac Mains current 4 0 A max Voltage output 24 V Power 221 W max Output current 9 2 A max Inrush current 120 A cold start Frequency 50 60 Hz Symbols Standards AN...
Page 9: ...or drafts CAUTION After exposure of the instrument to extremes of temperature or humidity allow 2 hours to ensure that the conditions have returned to the recommended ranges before switching the instrument on 5 1 Operating conditions Recommended temperature 15 C to 30 C Recommended relative humidity 5 95 non condensing Altitude Up to 2000 m 6561 ft NOTES Higher altitudes invalidate the safety cert...
Page 10: ...ting the pins in the holes on the underside of the vial block NOTES The vial block can fit in any direction 2 Tighten the screws in each corner to secure the block to the heater plate NOTES During tightening ensure the block is level i e don t overtighten one corner first WARNING The vial block must be secured to heater plate at all times during use Failure to do so may cause injury and or damage ...
Page 11: ...erature Agitation speed Start Set agitation 2 Navigate to the Set temperature screen by pressing the icon 3 Set the desired temperature between 40 C and 90 C using the arrow buttons 4 Press ON to activate the heaters NOTES Before running the method ensure that sufficient time has elapsed for the vial block to heat NOTES If the HiSorb Agitator needs to be run at room temperature then ensure the tem...
Page 12: ...ethod time in hours HH and minutes MM NOTES For continuous operation set both HH and MM to zero In this mode the agitator once started will continue until the user intervenes 11 Once complete press OK to return to the home screen 6 3 Activating the agitator 1 Once all of the required values are set the agitator can be started by pressing the icon NOTES Time may be required to allow the temperature...
Page 13: ...n Above the set point the value will display in red 6 5 Error states The agitator has built in safety functions If a safety function becomes active an error message will appear on screen NOTES Please make a note of the error message before switching the agitator off because the message may be cleared when the agitator is powered off Contact technical support as detailed below NOTES If a heater fau...
Page 14: ... rubbing alcohol can be used in moderation and only briefly 2 Before connecting the mains supply ensure that the instrument is completely dry 7 3 Cleaning the cover 1 Soak a sponge or towel in warm soapy water household detergent and then wring it out until it is damp 2 Gently run the fabric over the cover of the agitator CAUTION Do not allow liquid to enter the cover and do not submerge the base ...
Page 15: ...er in the first instance If they are unable to resolve your query please contact Markes International s service department E support markes com T 44 0 1443 230935 W www markes com Please provide your serial number which is located on the rear of the agitator No part of this manual may be reproduced in any form or by any means including electronic storage and retrieval or translation into a foreign...
Page 16: ...QUI 1124 L 0139 160819 2 HiSorb is a trademark of Markes International ...
