Ratek OM1 Compact Orbital Shaker – User Manual
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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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Remove the items 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 Compact Orbital Shaker
The Compact Orbital Shaker 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 Compact Orbital Shaker 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 Compact Orbital Shaker is stored in a clean and dry location away
from potential damage by accidental knocks and bumps.
Optional Accessories
The OM1 platform has a Nitrile rubber mat supplied as standard and will be sufficient to hold most flasks and containers at low
speeds. For higher speeds a suitable retaining system would be required. The following optional clips and racks are available
from your Ratek dealer.
RR1 Universal Rack
This rack consists of slotted channels attached to the mixers platform, and 4 stainless steel rubber covered bars. The bars
can be moved horizontally enabling flasks, test tube racks and most other types of containers to be secured to the platform.
TCT1 Tulip Clip Tray
This tray is suitable for holding tulip clips dedicated to conical flasks. Tulip clips are available to suit flasks from 25ml to
2000ml. The tray consists of a stainless steel platform with 4mm threaded inserts, and is made to fit over the OM1 platform.
The following Tulip clips are available:
TC25
to suit 25ml flasks
TC500
to suit 500ml flasks
TC50
to suit 50ml flasks
TC1000
to suit 1000ml flasks
TC100
to suit 100ml flasks
TC2000
to suit 2000ml flasks
TC250
to suit 250ml flasks
To avoid damage to the Tulip clips, care should be taken to use the correct size clip for the flask to be shaken (eg: TC500 for
500ml conical flask). Continual over bending of the spring sides to accommodate incorrect flask sizes will cause them to
fracture.
