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Ratek OM8 Orbital Shaker – User Manual 

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User Manual 

 

Orbital Shaker 

Model : OM8 

Version: 1.1 – 01/08/2015 

English 

 
 

 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

 

www.ratek.com.au

 

 

60 Wadhurst Dve, Boronia, Victoria 3155, Australia - P: +613 9887 2161 - F: +613 9887 2163 - E: 

[email protected]

 

© All Rights Reserved 

 

Made in Australia, User Manual printed in Australia 

Changes without prior notification reserved 

Errors and omissions excepted.

 

   

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Summary of Contents for OM8

Page 1: ...015 English www ratek com au 60 Wadhurst Dve Boronia Victoria 3155 Australia P 613 9887 2161 F 613 9887 2163 E sales ratek com au All Rights Reserved Made in Australia User Manual printed in Australia...

Page 2: ...the product to ensure it has not been damaged in transit Any damage should be reported immediately to the responsible carrier If the product is damaged in any way re pack the product into the supplied...

Page 3: ...TY CONSIDERATIONS 5 5 5 5 Conditions of Operation 5 Safety Labels And Markings 6 OPERATING PROCEDURES 6 6 6 6 Identification of Controls Functions 6 Safety Warnings 7 Safety Recommendations 7 Preparat...

Page 4: ...r the Operator Any item that is not suitably secured to the mixing platform Suitable Environments For The Orbital Shaker The Orbital Shaker is intended for use in a clean laboratory environment only w...

Page 5: ...ng in how to perform their work safely in accordance with any local operational health and safety regulations The operator and all users should be well versed in local emergency procedures as per the...

Page 6: ...as a rotating platform which should not be touched whilst it is moving Keep all body parts away from the moving platform whilst in operation Always stop the platform using the front panel speed contro...

Page 7: ...kplace administrator or electrical maintenance staff to determine if a protective earth power socket is available A surge protected power outlet is strongly recommended as it provides some protection...

Page 8: ...inimum unobstructed distance of 500 millimetres in front of the Orbital Shaker to allow adequate room for the user to maintain a safe operating distance of 300 millimetres CAUTION The Orbital Shaker i...

Page 9: ...erly 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 E...

Page 10: ...weight The counterweight is located beneath the platform carrier It is adjustable and has 4 positions The counterweight should be set for the expected load to enable the shaker to operate smoothly wit...

Page 11: ...overed bars The bars can be moved horizontally enabling flasks test tube racks and most other types of containers to be secured to the platform TCT25 Tulip Clip Tray This tray is suitable for holding...

Page 12: ...d receptacles are completely dry before restoring electrical power Unplug the equipment from the mains power supply outlet Allow the Orbital Shaker to air dry or use a dry cloth to remove water from a...

Page 13: ...etres Temperature 0 Celsius to 45 Celsius Maximum relative humidity 80 for temperatures up to 31 Celsius decreasing linearly to 50 relative humidity at 40 Celsius MAINS supply voltage fluctuations up...

Page 14: ...a 3 year parts and 12 months labour return to base warranty effective from the date of purchase The product is manufactured in Melbourne Australia The warranty is offered by Ratek Instruments Pty Ltd...

Page 15: ...refund Ratek Instruments will pay your reasonable direct expenses of claiming under this Warranty You may submit details and proof of your expense claim to Ratek Instruments for consideration This Wa...

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