Ratek OM8 Orbital Shaker – User Manual
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Preparation & Installation
The Orbital Shaker should be installed and operated in strict accordance with the following instructions.
CAUTION
Be careful when lifting and observe your local operational health and safety requirements for lifting before unpacking the carton.
Unpacking and Installing
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Carefully remove all packaging material from the Orbital Shaker, as well as the User Manual and any other supplied
accessories.
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Carefully inspect the Orbital Shaker, mains power lead and all packaging for any signs of damage. If any signs of damage are
present,
do not
install or operate the equipment. Contact the supplier of your equipment if you have a received a damaged
product.
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Place the Orbital Shaker in an upright position as per Figure 1 on a strong, even, flat, smooth surface.
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Ensure that there is a minimum unobstructed distance of 100 millimetres between the left, right and rear panels of the
Orbital Shaker and any other object or wall.
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Ensure that there is a suitable mains power supply outlet within reach of the supplied mains power lead without placing any
strain whatsoever on the lead or plug. The Orbital Shaker should not be plugged into any double-adapter, power board, or
power point splitter of any kind but instead directly into a correctly earthed wall mounted power socket.
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Ensure that there is a minimum 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 is designed for the purpose of agitating vessels containing liquids.
The contents of these vessels is the sole responsibility of the user or operator, and the use of corrosive, flammable,
combustible, hazardous, environmentally unsafe or otherwise dangerous materials within the container is done so at the risk
and liability of the user or operator.
ALWAYS
be 100% sure of the contents of your containers, the expected behavior once agitated and the applicable safety
measures that should be employed when handling such substances.
ALWAYS
ensure your containers are firmly sealed and there is no chance of the sample leaking onto the Orbital Shaker or
coming into contact with the Operator.
Using The Orbital Shaker
Choosing a Suitable Vessel
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The 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.
