RIDA qLine
®
Orbital Shaker
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2.4 Operation of the RIDA qLine
®
Orbital Shaker
Make sure that the device is only used in the ambient conditions as described in the “Technical Data”
section. Please read the operating instructions before starting the device. Please follow all instructions
mentioned in the operating instructions.
As soon as the device is connected to an adequate power source, it can be powered on. By switching on the
power-button at the front side of the device, it starts shaking the platform. By switching off the device with
the power-button, the shaking platform will stop moving at once.
Caution:
The main switch of the control unit does not fully disconnect the device from the power source
when switched off. The main switch only disconnects one phase. Please pull out the plug to
disconnect the device completely from the mains.
2.5 Malfunctions of the device
Function Potential error
Possible reasons
Possible
effects
Possible
checks of the
individual
functions
Possible countermeasures
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Device does not
shake
1) Device is not
connected to
mains
2) Shaking platform
is blocked
3) Load on shaking
platform is to
high
User to
determine the
effects this
may have on
the application
Visible status
query (by eye or
by external rpm-
measuring
device)
Switch the device off correctly for a brief
period and then on again via the mains
switch of the control unit. Before doing so
make sure that no filled reagent container is
on the shaker platform. Protect yourself
from splashing of / or direct contact with the
medium you are using. If the device still
does not work correctly then contact the
manufacturer or supplier of the device.
Device shakes
uncontrollably or
with the wrong
speed
1) Shaking platform
is blocked
2) Faulty electronic
User to
determine the
effects this
may have on
the application
Visible status
query (by eye or
by external rpm-
measuring
device)
3 Maintenance and Service
3.1 Service und Repair
Should you have any questions about installation, operation or maintenance please contact R-Biopharm AG
or the supplier
Don’t carry out any electronic or mechanical repairs on the device. There are no parts inside the device that
can be maintained or repaired by the user. Repairs by the user may damage the electronics. The warranty
may also be void as a result.
Caution:
Do not open the device! Repairs are only to be carried out by trained service technicians.
Caution:
In case of repair: Send the device back to the manufacturer or the supplier. Please make sure
that the device has been adequately cleaned / decontaminated beforehand.
