Ratek BTR5-12V / BTR10-12V Tube Roller Mixer – User Manual
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Operating the Tube Roller Mixer
CAUTION
When working with glass tubes, flasks, bottles, breakable or other brittle or fragile articles it is important to wear appropriate
safety eyewear and protective gloves to ensure operator safety. In addition, the Tube Roller Mixer should be used in
accordance with your operational health and safety policies.
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Load your tubes or bottles onto the rollers
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Ensure that there are no obstructions which would prevent proper rotation of the samples.
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Switch on the power.
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Select the desired agitation speed. Refer to the section in this User Manual titled “Adjusting The Mixing Control” for
instructions.
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The speed may be adjusted as desired.
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Once desired mixing has been achieved turn the speed dial anti-clockwise to slow the rollers.
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Remove the tubes or bottles once mixing is complete.
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If the mixer is no longer being used, switch the power to Off (element 1 in Figure 1)
Storing & Relocating The Tube Roller Mixer
The Tube Roller Mixer should be stored out of direct sunlight at an ambient temperature below 30° Celsius in a clean and dry
location which meets the environmental conditions required as detailed in the technical specifications of this User Manual.
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Switch the power to “Off” (element 1 in Figure 1)
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Unplug the equipment from the mains power supply outlet.
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Ensure the Tube Roller Mixer is clean and dry. If required, clean it according to the section of this User Manual titled
“Routine Cleaning & Maintenance”.
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Relocate it to an appropriate storage location. Ensure the Tube Roller Mixer is stored in a clean and dry location away from
potential damage by accidental knocks and bumps.
