Ratek OM1 Compact Orbital Shaker – User Manual
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Using The Compact Orbital Shaker
Choosing a Suitable Vessel
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The Compact Orbital Shaker should only be used with vessels that are sealed and are adequately secured to the mixing
platform to prevent spillage whilst in use.
Connecting Power
CAUTION
The equipment must only be used with a protective earth power socket. The earth contact provides protection to the user and
the equipment. If you do not have a protective earth power socket, or you are unsure as to whether you have a protective
earth power socket,
do not
connect the equipment. In such cases you should consult your workplace administrator or electrical
maintenance staff to determine if a protective earth power socket is available.
The mains power supply must be rated to match the power requirement as identified on the product identification label on the
bottom left corner of the rear panel. This is normally expressed in the format of Voltage Range and Frequency.
A surge protected power outlet is strongly recommended as it provides some protection for the equipment in areas of
poor electrical quality as well as providing some protection against lightning strikes. The equipment should be
operated on a good, reliable supply of power at all times.
Note: The Compact Orbital Shaker should not be operated on the same electrical circuit as other high voltage household
appliances such as fridges, clothes dryers, washing machines or other continuous operation high voltage devices. These types
of devices can create power fluctuations that are undesirable for electrically sensitive equipment. Consult your workplace
administrator or electrical maintenance staff if you are unsure.
IMPORTANT: Use of an incorrect power supply will void the product warranty and waive all manufacturer liability for
any and all damage caused by such use. If you are unsure about the rating of your power supply, consult your
workplace administrator or electrical maintenance staff to determine if your power supply is suitable for use with this
product before connecting the power lead.
CAUTION
Regularly check the mains power lead condition over the life of the product, and do not operate the equipment if you suspect
there is damage to any part of the equipment or the mains power lead.
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Insert the plug end of the mains power supply lead firmly into a properly rated, protective earthed wall mounted power
supply outlet.
If there are double-adapters or oversized DC power packs causing obstruction of the mains power lead plug, these should first
be removed.
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Ensuring your hands are dry, switch on the power on the mains power supply outlet.
Adjusting The Mixing Control
The Compact Orbital Shaker features adjustable mixing speed control to deliver gentle agitation through to vigorous mixing.
To change the mixing speed
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Slowly turn the speed control knob (element 3 in Figure 1) clockwise to increase the speed, or anti-clockwise to decrease
the speed.
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The speed may be adjusted during mixing to achieve the desired level of mixing inside the vessel.
Operating the Compact Orbital Shaker
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 Compact Orbital Shaker should be used in
accordance with your operational health and safety policies.
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Load your items evenly around the platform to present a balanced load to the mixer (For low speed use the platform mat
should be sufficient, however for faster speeds a suitable retaining rack should be used).
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Ensure that there are no obstructions which would prevent proper rotation of the platform.
