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2013-02-19
Multitron Pro
Incubation Shaker
Dok-ID: V.01.002 - Original

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  • Page 1 Operating manual 2013-02-19 Multitron Pro Incubation Shaker Dok-ID: V.01.002 - Original...
  • Page 2 Infors AG Infors Canada Headoffice, Schweiz 8350 rue Bombardier Rittergasse 27 Anjou, Quebec CH-4103 Bottmingen Canada H1J 1A6 T +41 (0)61 425 77 00 T +1 514 352 5095 F +41 (0)61 425 77 01 F +1 514 352 5610 headoffice@infors-ht.com infors.ca@infors-ht.com service@infors-ht.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Table of Contents General Information .............7 About this Manual ............7 Symbols ..............8 Limitation of Liability ............9 Copyright Protection ..........10 Spare parts ..............10 Terms of Guarantee ........... 10 Customer Service ............10 Declaration of Conformity........... 10 Safety .................
  • Page 4 Multitron Pro Incubation Shaker Table of Contents 4.7.3 Operating panel keys ........65 Option cooling system ..........66 Option «Sticky Stuff» adhesive matting ...... 68 4.10 Option Direct Steam Humidification......68 4.11 Option CO gassing ........... 69 4.12 Option Reduction Station for CO gassing....
  • Page 5 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Table of Contents Operation ................. 103 Safety ..............103 Switching on the unit ..........104 General operation ............ 105 Operating the timer ..........108 7.4.1 Displaying the time ........108 7.4.2 Continuous operation without timer ... 109 7.4.3...
  • Page 6 Multitron Pro Incubation Shaker Table of Contents 8.6.2 Replacing the starter ......... 148 Cleaning the algae illumination ........ 148 Replacing the feed hose of the Direct Steam Humidification ............149 Replacing the «Sticky Stuff» adhesive matting ..149 8.10 Cleaning ..............150 8.11 Cleaning the glass door pane ........

  • Page 7: General Information

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker General Information 1 General Information 1.1 About this Manual This manual enables the safe and efficient handling of the equipment. This manual is a component part of the equipment. It must be kept near to the equipment and must be accessible to the operators at all times.

  • Page 8: Symbols

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker General Information 1.2 Symbols Safety Instructions Safety instructions are labeled using symbols. All safety instructions begin with a word that signifies the degree of hazard. Strictly follow all safety points and act with due caution to avoid accidents, damage to equipment, personal injuries and loss of property.

  • Page 9: Limitation Of Liability

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker General Information Specific Safety Instructions The following safety instructions are used to call attention to particular hazards. DANGER! Danger of fatal electric shock! …signifies danger by electric current. Non- observance of safety instructions may lead to a severe or fatal physical injury.

  • Page 10: Copyright Protection

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker General Information 1.4 Copyright Protection This operating manual is protected by copyright and exclusively intended to be used for in-house purposes. To pass this manual on to a third party, to copy or duplicate it – in part or as a whole –...

  • Page 11: Safety

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Safety 2 Safety This section outlines all important safety aspects for optimal personnel protection and for the safe and error-free operation of the equipment. Non-observance of the operational descriptions and safety instructions listed in the operating manual may lead to serious hazards.

  • Page 12: Requirements For Qualified Personnel

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Safety 2.2 Requirements for qualified personnel WARNING! Risk of injury when used by anyone inadequately qualified! Inappropriate use of the equipment may lead to serious physical injury and material damage. Therefore: – All operations must be executed by qualified personnel only.

  • Page 13: Unauthorised Persons

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Safety 2.2.1 Unauthorised persons WARNING! Danger for unauthorised persons! Unauthorised persons are those who do not fulfill the criteria described here and so may not appreciate any of the dangers related to operation. Therefore: – Keep unauthorised people away from the area of operation.
  • Page 14 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Safety CAUTION! Risk of loss of property caused by increased abrasion due to incorrect loading of the tray! Drive and mechanical parts of the shaking table may be damaged if other type of flasks as permitted or larger working volumes as permitted are used.

  • Page 15: Personal Protective Equipment

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Safety 2.4 Personal protective equipment It is essential to wear personal protective equipment to minimise health hazards Always wear the personal protective equipment which the particular activity requires. Always follow instructions available in the workplace, regarding...
  • Page 16 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Safety Electric current DANGER! Danger of fatal electric shock! There may be fatal danger by touching components connected to a mains power supply (single or 3-phase). Damage to insulation or components may have fatal consequences! Therefore: –...
  • Page 17 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Safety Dangerous gases WARNING! Risk of explosion, risk of asphyxiation and high risk of danger to the health due to dangerous gases! Non-compliance with safety regulations regarding the use of dangerous gases such as e.g. O...

  • Page 18: Step To Take In The Event Of Hazardous Situations And At Accidents

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Safety 2.6 Step to take in the event of hazardous situations and at accidents Preventive measures Always be prepared for accidents and fire! Have first aid facilities readily at hand (first aid box, blankets etc.) and fire extinguisher Familiarize personnel with accident notification, first aid and rescue facilities.

  • Page 19: Adhesive Labels / Signs / Symbols

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Safety Genetically modified organisms Organisms and genetically modified materials must not gain and genetically modified materials access to the environment. They must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations. 2.8 Adhesive labels / signs / symbols The following symbols and information labels are located in the working area.

  • Page 20: Technical Data

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data 3 Technical data 3.1 Dimensions Drawing with side cooling Fig. 1 Dimensions in Millimeters Drawing with ShakerBag gassing station Fig. 2 Dimensions in milimeters Page 20 of 185 2013-02-19...
  • Page 21 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Drawing chamber Fig. 3 Dimensions in Millimeters Base unit Description Value Unit Width 1070 mm Single unit height 520 mm 2-unit staple height 1040 mm 3-unit staple height 1560 mm Base unit (with door handle) depth...
  • Page 22 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Base frame Description Value Unit Rubber feet 30 mm Trolley 90 mm Frame low 130 mm Frame high 310 mm Cooling units Description Value Unit Side cooling width 245 mm Top cooling width...

  • Page 23: Weights

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Illumination daylight / photosynthesis Equivalent to base unit Illumination algae Description Value Unit Illumination width 1260 mm 3.2 Weights Base unit Description Value Unit Single unit 25mm throw 95 kg Additional weight 50 mm throw...
  • Page 24 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data M-tray Description Value Unit Tray 4.50 kg Adhesive matting «Sticky Stuff» 0.50 kg Clamp 25 mL 0.02 kg Clamp 50 mL 0.02 kg Clamp 100 mL 0.03 kg Clamp 250 mL 0.06 kg Clamp 500 mL 0.10 kg...
  • Page 25 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Cooling units Description Value Unit Bottom / top cooling (per unit) 65 kg Side cooling (per unit) 37 kg External cooling 2.5 kg Direct steam humidification Description Value Unit Direct steam humidification 4.5 kg...

  • Page 26: Connection Values

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data 3.3 Connection values Electrical (single unit) Type 230V 50/60 Hz Description Value Unit Voltage 230 V Power consumption max. 880 W Power consumption stand-by Current max. 3.8 A Individual fusing 16 A Frequency...
  • Page 27 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Electrical Top cooling 900 Watts Type 230 V 50 Hz Description Value Unit Voltage 230 V Power consumption max. 540 W Current max. 4.2 A Individual fuses 16 A Frequency 50 Hz 2 unit fuses...
  • Page 28 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Electrical Top cooling 1200 Watts Type 230 V 50 Hz Description Value Unit Voltage 230 V Power consumption max. 650 W Current max. 2.8 A Individual fuses 16 A Frequency 50 Hz 2 unit fuses...
  • Page 29 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Electrical Side cooling 380 Watts Type 230 V 50 Hz Description Value Unit Voltage 230 V Power consumption max. 220 W Current max. 1.2 A Fuses None Frequency 50 Hz 2 unit fuses...
  • Page 30 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Electrical Direct steam humidification Type 230V 50/60 Hz Description Value Unit Power consumption, max. 125 W Current 0.4 A Type 115V 60 Hz Description Value Unit Power consumption, max. 125 W Current 0.9 A...
  • Page 31 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Electrical Gassing ShakerBag Option Type 230V 50/60 Hz Description Value Unit Electrical Power 25 W Power consumption max. 0.1 A Type 115V 50/60 Hz Description Value Unit Electrical Power 25 W Power consumption max.
  • Page 32 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Electrical Illumination algae daylight / photosynthesis Type 230V 50/60 Hz Description Value Unit Voltage 230 V Power consumption 250 W Current 1.1 A Type 115V 60 Hz Description Value Unit Voltage 115 V...

  • Page 33: Specifications

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data 3.4 Specifications General information Description Value Material housing PU, safety glass Material chamber Stainless steal Material table Aluminum, anodized Mounting table 4 x M5x16, hexagon socket Fuses 230 V, 50/60 Hz 2 x 20 mm 10 Amperes time-lag...
  • Page 34 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Heating bi-metal Approx. at 80 °C control Overheat protection 84 °C, fuse Temperature range No cooling 6 °C over ambient temperature up to 65 °C With cooling Side cooling 20 °C under ambient temperature up to 65 °C...
  • Page 35 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Shaking Description Value Drive External rotor motor Power consumption 75 W Current 0.63 A 230V 50 / 60 Hz Current 1.15 A 115V 60 Hz Motion orbital Control accuracy 1% at maximum speed...
  • Page 36 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data 2 units stacked bottom: up to 400 rpm top: up to 250 rpm Throw 50 mm speeds Description Value Single unit 50 mm throw: 400 rpm 2 units stacked bottom: up to 350 rpm...
  • Page 37 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Top and bottom cooling 900 W Power supply Power Consumption Rating Voltage/Frequency 230 V / 50 Hz 2.3 A 540 W 230 V / 60 Hz 690 W 115 V / 60 Hz...
  • Page 38 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Adhesive matting «Sticky Stuff» For operating the adhesive matting «Sticky Stuff» only high quality flasks with flat-bottom are allowed. Following materials are permitted: Borosilicate glass (3.3) – flasks, e.g. Schott Duran® glass Polycarbonate – flasks, e.g. Corning®...
  • Page 39 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Type 50 mm throws Description Value Temperature range 16 – 60 °C Size 200 x 200 mm Max. rotations 25 – 750 mL: 200 rpm Erlenmeyer flasks 1000 mL: 250 rpm Borosilicate glass (3.3)
  • Page 40 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Direct steam humidification Description Value Inlet pressure Max. 0.3 bars Supply constant Hose nozzle 8 mm Control range 20 – 85% rH Accuracy ± 0.3% rH at 20 °C and 54% rH Measuring method...
  • Page 41 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Specification Manual mass flow meter Description Value Unit Power consumption 135 mA Operating temperature 0 up to 50 °C Measure accuracy ± 2 % FS Control accuracy ± 0.001 L /min Gassing ShakerBag Option...
  • Page 42 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data 10l disposable bag Description Value Inlet pressure Max. 0.5 bars Supply constantly Connection 8 mm Hose Pressure resistant Flow 1.00 L /min Lead time 60 min Inner diameter 14.5 mm exit gas hose Ø...
  • Page 43 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data ShakerBag Tray Description Value Tray capacity for 3 x 2 L disposable bags 2 x 10 L 1 x 20 L Heat resistance Up to 65 °C Cleaning Mild detergent Disinfection Standard disinfectants...
  • Page 44 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Accuracy at 25 °C ± 0.02% CO + 2% FS Dependency 0.1% FS/°C temperature Dependency pressure 0.1% FS/mbars Long-term stability < ± 5% FS/2 years curtain Description Value Material PVC, UV-stabilized Heat resistance Up to 65 °C...
  • Page 45 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Illumination Daylight Description Value Fluorescent lamp T8 socket G13 15 Watts Color temperature 4000 K Life cycle 9000 h Starter single connection (115V / 230V) FS 22 Life cycle 8000h Length 438 mm Fig.

  • Page 46: Operating Conditions

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data Mobile Pt100-Sensor Description Value Control Electronic PID-Controller Sensor Pt100 Control accuracy 0.2 °C Measure accuracy 0.15 °C UV-sterilization of process air Description Value UV-sterilization lamp 5 Watts socket G23 5 Watts Wave length UV-C 200 –...

  • Page 47: Emissions

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data 3.6 Emissions Description Value Unit Noise emission <70 dB(A) 3.7 Utilities CAUTION! Risk of loss of property due using of inappropriate utilities! Using wrong utilities may cause loss of property. Therefore: – Only use manufacturer prescribed utilities, listed in the following table.

  • Page 48: Identification Plate

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Technical data 3.8 Identification plate Es beinh altet f olge nde An gab en: The identification plate is placed in the middle of the front side underneath the front door. Fig. 8 It contains the following information:...

  • Page 49: Setup And Function

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4 Setup and function Options of Equipment NOTICE! All optional features or optional components of the equipment are not part of the delivery of the standard machine! 4.1 Base unit Housing Fig. 10...
  • Page 50 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function The following elements are located on the housing: Main switch ON/OFF control lamp Blind opening Drain hole (the drain nozzle is supplied unmounted) Serial interface Power connector (with fuses) for an angle plug...
  • Page 51 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function There is a safety fuse located between the cross-flow fans behind the rear wall. It protects against overheating. Table Cones (to lock the tray) Stop bar Fig. 13 Rear stops Guide rails Fig.
  • Page 52 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function The following elements are located underneath the table: Tray ejector Drive belt Counterweight Fig. 16 Drain hole Fig. 17 Optional (on rear wall of incubation chamber): sensor (on the left on the rear wall panel) Fig.
  • Page 53 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function Humidity sensor (on the right on the rear wall panel) Fig. 19 Mobile Pt100 sensor Fig. 20 Transport lock The table and the counterweight are secured with a star knob screw during transport to stop them moving uncontrollably.

  • Page 54: Basic Functions

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function NOTICE! Please keep the star knob screw in a safe place for future use. Do not relocate the unit without engaging the transport lock first. 4.2 Basic Functions Shaking The table rotates with a speed of 20 to 400 RPM. The counterbalancing weight is located underneath the table.

  • Page 55: Messages

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function Control system The incubator shaker is equipped with a microprocessor control system. It is used to control, monitor and program the unit. Each deck of a stack can be operated from each operating panel.
  • Page 56 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function An alarm is triggered when a parameter does not reach the setpoint value within defined time. The alarm is automatically cancelled when the parameter reaches the setpoint value. There are three ways of issuing an alarm:...

  • Page 57: Serial Interface

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function Warning symbol The warning symbol lights at any operations. Additionally it lights when as alarm or error is triggered. The warning symbol supports the user to operate the incubation shaker properly. 4.4 Serial interface The unit is equipped with an RS 232 serial interface.

  • Page 58: Option Analog Interface

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.5 Option Analog Interface The unit is equipped with an analog interface DB 15. DB 15, female, 15-PIN PIN assignments RESERVE RESERVE RESERVE RESERVE 0 – 10% HUMIDITY 0 – 100% TEMP 0 –...

  • Page 59: Option Bases

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.6 Option bases The incubator shaker can be equipped with the following bases: Rubber feet, 3 cm (bench-top model, standard) Fig. 25 Trolley, base frame 13 cm plus castors (optional) Fig. 26 Base frame, 13 cm (optional) Fig.

  • Page 60: Operating Panel

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.7 Operating panel The incubation shaker is operated using the operating panel integrated into the glass door. The operating panel comprises the following elements: Function keys to enter parameter values Displays for parameters, values, messages and unit selection.
  • Page 61 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function Function keys to enter parameter values. Display unit selection and remote access. Displays parameter, timer and messages. Displays parameter values, parameters and units. Displays messages Displays timer functions Displays Setpoint, High, Low Parameter symbols and units lit orange when active.

  • Page 62: Operating Panel Symbols

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.7.1 Operating panel symbols Speed symbol Indicates that the shaking speed RPM (rotation per minute) can be set. Temperature symbol Indicates that the temperature can be set. Humidity symbol Indicates that the humidity can be set.
  • Page 63 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function Timer symbol Indicates that timer function can be operated (duration of Time1 and Time 2). Cycle symbol Indicates, that both timer are active. Phase 1 symbol Indicates, that the equipment is operating in timephase 1.

  • Page 64: Operating Panel Displays

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.7.2 Operating panel displays Unit selector functional display The unit selector shows which unit of a stack is currently configurable with the respective operating panel. e.g. middle unit is selected – lights up white.

  • Page 65: Operating Panel Keys

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.7.3 Operating panel keys ON/OFF function key Switches parameters and timer on or off. SET function key Activates the edit mode of parameters or timer. Option function key Scrolls through the installed parameters.

  • Page 66: Option Cooling System

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.8 Option cooling system The incubator shaker is equipped with a cooling system so that cultivation can be carried out in a defined climate. The heat exchanger of all cooling systems is located behind the rear wall of the incubation chamber.
  • Page 67 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function External cooling system CAUTION! Risk of material damage to the circulating pump of the external cooling unit. The circulating pump of the external coolant system may be damaged if it is not connected correctly.

  • Page 68: Option «Sticky Stuff» Adhesive Matting

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.9 Option «Sticky Stuff» adhesive matting The «Sticky Stuff» adhesive matting is a very sticky mat that lines the tray. It can be detached from the tray and replaced. The adhesive matting can also be used on perforated trays.

  • Page 69: Option Co Gassing

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function NOTICE! An optional control program is available for simultaneous operation of the humidification and the cooling system. If the illumination is switched on, the maximum humidity may not reach 85% rH under all conditions.
  • Page 70 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function Controlled CO gassing device The inlet nozzle is located on the right-hand wall of the housing. The CO supply is provided with a control valve. There is a CO sensor inside the chamber that transmits the measured CO content to the control unit.
  • Page 71 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function Label "outside" Fig. 38 The curtain is made of transparent PVC sheeting, 0.75 mm thick. There are four snap fasteners on the upper front edge of the incubation chamber to attach the curtain.

  • Page 72: Option Reduction Station For Co

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.12 Option Reduction Station for CO gassing The reduction station for the CO gassing is located on the right- hand wall of the housing. It consists of an adjustable rotameter with a control range of 120 –...
  • Page 73 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function Tubes with different light spectra can be used: daylight tubes photosynthesis tubes The illumination unit is mounted on the ceiling of the incubation chamber. The tubes have sockets at both ends (G13).

  • Page 74: Option "Algae" Illumination

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.14 Option “Algae” Illumination The illuminants are introduced through the side walls of the incubator shaker housing. The power supply and control elements are located on the right-hand and left-hand sides of the housing.

  • Page 75: Option Pass-Through

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.15 Option Pass-through The incubator shaker is equipped with a pass-through. Fig. 48 It is integrated into the left-hand wall of the housing. Fig. 49 The pass-through reduces loss of heat, moisture and gases when hoses or cables are routed into the incubation chamber.

  • Page 76: Option Mobile Pt100 Sensor

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.16 Option Mobile Pt100 sensor The incubator shaker can be additionally equipped with a mobile temperature sensor that extends the functionality of the integrated temperature sensor. The mobile Pt100 sensor is integrated into the control system as a cascade, i.e.
  • Page 77 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function In case of a temperature jump upwards or downwards, the controller will alter the temperature of the incubator well beyond the setpoint value to speed up heat transfer from the air to the liquid and vice versa.

  • Page 78: Option Adjustable Counterweight

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.17 Option Adjustable counterweight The unit is equipped with a variable throw. The eccentric displacement of the axle allows the eccentric throw to be set to three positions: 12.5 mm 25 mm...

  • Page 79: Option Uv Sterilisation Of The Air Supply

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Setup and function 4.18 Option UV sterilisation of the air supply The air supply to the incubator is sterilized using two units with UV lamps that are installed between the rear wall of the housing and the lining of the incubation chamber.

  • Page 80: Transport, Packaging And Storage

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Transport, packaging and storage 5 Transport, packaging and storage 5.1 Safety instructions for transport Inappropriate transportation CAUTION! Damage due to inappropriate transportation! Inappropriate transportation may cause considerable loss of property. Therefore: – Handle packed items with care and caution when unloading on delivery, as well as during in-house transportation.

  • Page 81: Packaging

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Transport, packaging and storage 5.3 Packaging CAUTION! Risk of material damage – particularly the window – due to scratches caused by using sharp-edged or pointed tools when opening the packaging. Therefore: – Do not use pointed tools to open the packaging.

  • Page 82: Storage Of The Incubator Shaker

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Transport, packaging and storage Transport of palettes with fork lift. Packing pieces which are mounted on palettes can be moved by a fork lift in the following circumstances: The fork lift must be of appropriate design for the weight of the unit to be transported.

  • Page 83: Installation And Initial Operation

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation 6 Installation and initial operation Faulty installation or incorrect WARNING! initial operation Danger due to faulty installation or incorrect initial operation! Installation and initial operation requires qualified and experienced personnel. Faulty installation may lead to perilous situations or severe loss of property.

  • Page 84: Location Requirements For Installation

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation Inappropriate installation and initial WARNING! operation Risk of injury due to inappropriate installation and initial operation! Inappropriate installation and initial operation may lead to severe damage to persons or loss of property.

  • Page 85: Minimum Distances

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation There must not be any sources of electrical interference near the unit. All interfaces and switches on the unit must be readily accessible. NOTICE! The main switch of the incubator shaker must be completely unobstructed and readily accessible.

  • Page 86: Removing The Transport Lock

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation 6.3 Removing the transport lock Before the unit can be put into operation, the transport lock must be released and removed: Procedure Release and remove the star knob screw. Fig. 57 Store the screw and the supplied tools together for future transports.

  • Page 87: Mounting The Drain Nozzle

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation 6.4 Mounting the drain nozzle Before commissioning, the supplied hose nozzle must be screwed into the drain hole: Procedure Unscrew the blanking plug from the drain hole. Fig. 58 Screw in the hose nozzle.

  • Page 88: Switching On The Unit

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation 6.5 Switching on the unit Connect the unit to the power supply with the power plug. NOTICE! It is essential that each unit is connected via an electrical socket that has its own 16 ampere fuse.

  • Page 89: Installing The Incubator Shaker

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation 6.6 Installing the incubator shaker CAUTION! Risk of material damage due to uncontrolled movement of the unit. The unit may start moving around uncontrollably if it is placed on a slippery surface.
  • Page 90 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation Base frame Units with a base frame must be levelled using the adjustable feet. The unit must be levelled on initial installation or if it is relocated. NOTICE! If the incubator shaker is resting on a slippery surface, place a non-slip mat under each foot.

  • Page 91: Setting The Capillary Thermostat

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation 6.7 Setting the capillary thermostat The capillary thermostat of the incubation chamber has a default setting of 70 °C. This is 5 °C above the maximum operating temperature of the unit, e.g. 65 °C.

  • Page 92: Setting The Adjustable Counterweight

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation Open the door. 10. Turn the thermostat down slowly until there is an audible click at the actuation point of the thermostat. 11. Set the thermostat 5 °C higher. NOTICE! The thermostat must be set a few °C higher than the maximum operation temperature to allow a continuous control.

  • Page 93: Changing The Throw

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation 6.8.1 Changing the throw Change the throw as follows: Procedure Remove the 4 Allen screws from the table. Fig. 63 Lift the table. Fig. 64 Support the table with the prop.
  • Page 94 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation Remove the bearing sleeve and self-aligning ball bearing (highlighted in yellow) from the adjustable axle. Fig. 66 Remove the 4 Allen screws from the adjustable throw axle. Fig. 67 Insert the throw axle into the desired throw position.

  • Page 95: Adjusting The Detachable Counterweights

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation NOTICE! Tighten the 4 Allen screws crosswise and uniformly, Fit the self-aligning ball bearing and bearing sleeve on the axle. 6.8.2 Adjusting the detachable counterweights Procedure Remove the Allen screws securing the detachable counterweights.

  • Page 96: Switching On The Cooling System

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation Fit the table onto the drive axle. Fig. 71 Insert the 4 Allen screws of the table and tighten cross-wise. Fig. 72 6.9 Switching on the cooling system NOTICE! The nominal cooling capacity can only be reached if the ambient temperature at the cooling aggregate is below 30 °C.

  • Page 97: Filling With Cooling Liquid

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation The supplied cooling liquid is diluted. The mixture has a mixing ratio of 9:2 (distilled water : coolant). CAUTION! Risk of material damage due to the use of an unsuitable cooling liquid.

  • Page 98: Top-Mounted Cooling System

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation 6.10.1 Top-mounted cooling system The top-mounted cooling system must be filled with the supplied cooling liquid before it is put into operation. Auxiliary tool Funnel Procedure Remove the cap from the filler port of the coolant tank.

  • Page 99: Connecting The External Cooling System

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation 6.11 Connecting the external cooling system NOTICE! If it is certain that the feed temperature does not drop below +4 °C, it is not necessary to use an antifreeze. The male nozzles for the inlet and outlet of the external coolant system are labelled.

  • Page 100: Connecting The Direct Steam Humidification

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation Push the cooling return hose onto the male outlet nozzle. Fig. 78 Secure the cooling return hose with a hose clamp. 6.12 Connecting the Direct Steam Humidification CAUTION! Risk of material damage due to build up of lime scale through use of tap water.
  • Page 101 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation Approved types of water (see Appendix): Distilled water Deionized water Demineralized water Reverse osmosis water The Direct Steam Humidification is equipped with a Schott quickfit connector. The feed hoses must be mounted on the Schott connectors as...

  • Page 102: Connecting The Co Gas Supply

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Installation and initial operation 6.13 Connecting the CO gas supply The inlet hose nozzle for the CO2 supply is located on the right- hand wall of the housing. The gassing unit is equipped with a control valve and a CO2 sensor.

  • Page 103: Operation

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 7 Operation 7.1 Safety Personnel The incubator shaker may only be operated by qualified chemistry, biology or bio-technology technicians or by personnel who have been appropriately instructed by qualified chemistry, biology or bio-technology technicians...

  • Page 104: Switching On The Unit

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 7.2 Switching on the unit The unit is switched on with the green button located on the side of the housing. ON = button is illuminated. OFF = button is not illuminated. The initialization phase of the unit is shown on both displays.

  • Page 105: General Operation

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 7.3 General operation The unit is operated either directly using the operating panel oft he unit or externally. The warning sign lights up when the unit is operated. If the unit is operated externally, the EXTERN sign lights up.
  • Page 106 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Function area In the function area there are keys to operate the incubation shaker. Following function keys are available: OPTION Selects a parameter. REMOTE Selects a unit in the stack. Activates the edit-mode of a parameter or of the timer.
  • Page 107 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Parameter RPM, Humidity, O and time phase Time 2 are operated with the lower group of function keys. The SET key activates the edit mode of a parameter or timer. The ON/OFF key switches a selected parameter or timer on or off.

  • Page 108: Operating The Timer

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Finally the setting mode of the time is closed, when the option key is pressed. All settings will be saved without an additional confirmation. Setting timer for a multiple-changeover (cycling) If Phase 1 and Phase 2 of the timer are switched on, the incubation shaker alters between operating mode of Phase 1 and Phase 2 with the set time interval.

  • Page 109: Continuous Operation Without Timer

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation From 1 day 0 hours up to 9 days 23 hours 7.4.2 Continuous operation without timer The timer is switched off. The timer function symbol does not light up. The shaker operates continuously with the preset parameters.
  • Page 110 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Setting the timer for a single changeover The timer can be used for a single changeover of the cultivation parameters after a specific time. Fig. 82 For setting the timer for a single change proceed as follows: Procedure Press TIMER key.
  • Page 111 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Press ON/OFF key to switch on Time 1. Timer 2 is switched off. Press option key to select parameter. Press SET key. Press PLUS or MINUS key to set setpoint. Press ON/OFF key to switch parameter on.

  • Page 112: Setting The Timer For Multiple Changeovers (Cycling)

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 7.4.4 Setting the timer for multiple changeovers (cycling) The timer can be used for a cycling changeover of the cultivation parameters after specific times. Fig. 83 For setting the timer for a cycling change proceed as follows: Procedure Press TIMER key.
  • Page 113 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Press upper ON/OFF to switch Time 1 on. Press lower SET key to set Time 2 for Phase 2. Setpoint at Time 2 lights up. Press lower PLUS key to set time for Phase 2.

  • Page 114: Display The Remaining Runtime Of The Timer

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 12. Press PLUS or MINUS key to set setpoint. 13. Press ON/OFF to switch on parameter. 14. Press option key to finish programming of the timer. When both time phases are active, the cycle symbol lights up.

  • Page 115: Selecting A Unit In A Stack

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 7.5 Selecting a unit in a stack In the standard operating mode, the currently selected unit ist hat to which the operating panel belongs. For example, the lowest unit in a stack of 3 is always the „bottom unit“.
  • Page 116 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Middle unit is selected. Top unit is selected. All units are selected. EXTERN and the warning symbol light up. Set parameters of incubation shaker (see chapter „Operation“ – „Starting a working cycle“) Displays of the remote accessed incubation shaker show the values and parameters of the unit, from which the remote access occurs.

  • Page 117: Starting A Work Cycle

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Press ON/OFF key to switch on the parameter. Press REMOTE key to finish remote access. EXTERN does not light on any unit. 7.6 Starting a work cycle The parameters have to be set and activated before a work cycle can be started.
  • Page 118 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Press SET key. Setpoint lights up. Press PLUS or MINUS key to set the desired value. NOTICE! The parameter values do not have to be confirmed. They are accepted directly by the control system.
  • Page 119 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Switch on illumination parameter Parameter illumination can only change its mode. Procedure Switch on illumination „Algae“ on the switch at the housing. Press option to select illumination. Parameter Light lights up. Press SET key.

  • Page 120: Ending A Work Cycle

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 7.7 Ending a work cycle To complete or terminate a work cycle, the corresponding parameter have to be deactivated. Procedure Press option key to select the parameter. Press SET key. Press ON/OFF key to switch off the parameter.

  • Page 121: Stopping Shaker Table

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 7.8 Stopping shaker table The stopping of the shaker table can be proceeded in two ways: Switch off parameter RPM: Select parameter RPM with the option key. Press SET key. Press ON/OFF key. Shaker table stops.

  • Page 122: Alarm Messages

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 7.10 Alarm messages A message or an alarm is usually triggered by an operating error with the incubator shaker. To call the users attention according to a problem, the warning sign and ALARM icon always lights up.

  • Page 123: Operating The Tray

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation concentration is too high inlet pressure is Reduce inlet pressure Operator too high Deviation > 1% value is fluctuating, Inlet pressure or flow Decrease inlet pressure or flow Operator setpoint is not constant rate is too high...
  • Page 124 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Inserting the tray Procedure Place the tray on the glide rails of the door. Load the tray or handle the flasks. Push the tray between the guide rails over the front stops until it meets the stops at the back of the incubation chamber.
  • Page 125 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Check whether the locking hooks are firmly securing the tray when the door is being closed Fig. 86 Withdrawing the tray Procedure Stop the incubator shaker. NOTICE! The incubator shaker can be stopped either by...
  • Page 126 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Unlocking the tray manually If there is a fault (power failure or mechanical problem) and the door cannot be completely opened, the tray can also be removed manually (by two people, if possible). Procedure Unload the tray.

  • Page 127: Handling The Flasks Without Pulling Out The Tray

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 7.12 Handling the flasks without pulling out the tray The flasks can also be handled without having to pull out the tray. The flasks are handled as follows: Procedure Interrupt the incubator shaker (see chapter Interrupting...
  • Page 128 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation CAUTION! Risk of material damage due to collisions between the flasks and the walls of the incubation chamber. If the flasks extend beyond the edge of the tray, they may be damaged or broken if they collide with the wall of the unit.

  • Page 129: Using The «Sticky Stuff» Adhesive Matting

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 7.14 Using the «Sticky Stuff» adhesive matting CAUTION! Risk of material damage due to the detachment of cultivation flasks from the „Sticky Stuff” adhesive matting due to condensation inside the incubation chamber. The cultivation flasks may become unstuck from the adhesive matting»...

  • Page 130: Interrupting Operation

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation NOTICE! Large flasks may take 20 to 30 seconds to become detached. Very firmly attached flasks can be detached as follows: Procedure Use a syringe to squirt a few drops of water onto the edge of the cultivation flask.

  • Page 131: Operating The Uv Sterilisation

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 7.16 Operating the UV sterilisation The push-button switch for the UV sterilisation lamps is located on the left-hand side wall. UV sterilisation OFF – push-button switch is not illuminated UV sterilisation ON – push-button switch is illuminated Fig.

  • Page 132: Operating The Cooling System

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Display show ON and changes to the current value of the parameter, e.g. 65%. NOTICE! A setpoint of 70% rH is sufficient to prevent evaporation. Under ideal conditions, a setpoint of 85% rH can be used.

  • Page 133: Starting Illumination

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Activating the cooling parameter The incubation chamber can be cooled as follows: Procedure Press option key to select parameter. Temperature sign lights up. Press SET key. Press PLUS or MINUS key to set setpoint.
  • Page 134 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Procedure Press option key to select parameter. Parameter sign lights up. Press SET key. Press ON/OFF key to switch parameter on. The display shows ON. The fluorescent tubes can be turned on or off in pairs with a push button.

  • Page 135: Starting Algae Illumination

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 7.20 Starting algae illumination The illumination is switched on using the operating panel. Procedure Press option key to select parameter illumination. Parameter sign „Light“ lights up. Press SET key. Press ON/OFF key to switch parameter on.
  • Page 136 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Set the CO gassing system as follows: Procedure Press option key to select parameter CO Parameter sign and unit light up. Press SET key. Press PLUS or MINUS key to change setpoint. Press ON/OFF key to switch on parameter.

  • Page 137: Setting The Pressure Reduction Station For Co

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation 7.22 Setting the pressure reduction station for CO gassing The pressure reduction station of the CO gassing system is set manually via a rotameter: Procedure Adjusting the flow rate. OPEN – turn counter-clockwise. CLOSED – turn clockwise.

  • Page 138: Setting Up The Pass-Through

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Positioning the Pt100 sensor Procedure Take the Pt100 sensor out of its holder. Place the reference flask in the middle of the tray. Immerse the Pt100 sensor in the liquid inside the reference flask.
  • Page 139 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Remove layers from the modules so that the hose or cable fits snugly into the recess Fig. 95 NOTICE! Keep the removed segments in the supplied bag. They are used to reseal the pass-through.
  • Page 140 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Operation Secure the hose / cable in the module halves. Press the modules back into the frame. Fig. 98 10. Insert the hose / cable through the opening in the housing. 11. Secure the frame to the housing with the knurled screws.

  • Page 141: Maintenance

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance 8 Maintenance 8.1 Safety Personnel The here described maintenance work can be carried out by the user if not indicated otherwise (see “Maintenance plan”). Any work on the electrical system is strictly to be carried out by qualified electricians.
  • Page 142 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance Electrical system DANGER! Danger of fatal electric shock! Contact with electrically powered components is perilous. Energised electrical components may perform uncontrolled movements which can lead to severe injuries. Therefore: – Turn off the electrical supply and check whether it is electrically isolated before starting any work.

  • Page 143: Environmental Protection

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance 8.2 Environmental protection CAUTION! Environmental danger by inappropriate handling! Inappropriate handling of environmentally hazardous substances, especially where disposal is involved, may lead to severe environmental damage. Therefore: – Immediately take appropriate action if environmentally hazardous substances are accidentally released into the environment.
  • Page 144 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance Option Illumination Operator Check fluorescent tubes and starter are working correctly Replace if necessary Option Illumination „Algae“ Qualified technician Check fluorescent tubes and starter are working correctly Replace if necessary Once a year Option Sterilisation of air supply...

  • Page 145: Replacing The Fuse

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance 8.4 Replacing the fuse Replace the fuse as follows: Procedure Unlock the fuse link by pressing the snap lock. Fig. 100 Remove the fuse link. Replace defect fuses. Fit new fuse link. Lock the fuse link by pressing until it clicks into place.
  • Page 146 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance Side-mounted cooling system Procedure Remove the screws holding the grating. Fig. 101 Lift off the grating. Clean the fins with a vacuum cleaner. Reattach the grating with the two screws. Top-mounted cooling system Procedure Visually inspect the heat exchanger of the top-mounted cooling system for dust.

  • Page 147: Illumination

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance 8.6 Illumination 8.6.1 Replacing fluorescent tubes Replace defect fluorescent tubes as follows: Procedure Open the door. Switch off the unit. Rotate the tube by 90°. Pull the defect tube downwards out of both sockets.

  • Page 148: Replacing The Starter

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance 8.6.2 Replacing the starter The starters are located on the left-hand side of the front lamp sockets. Fig. 105 Procedure Open the door. Switch off the unit. Remove the defect starter out of its socket by rotating it by 90°...

  • Page 149: Replacing The Feed Hose Of The Direct Steam Humidification

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance 8.8 Replacing the feed hose of the Direct Steam Humidification Replacing the feed hose Replace a damaged feed hose of the Direct Steam Humidification as follows: Procedure Keeping the O-ring pressed down, pull the hose out of the connector.

  • Page 150: Cleaning

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance 8.10 Cleaning 8.11 Cleaning the glass door pane CAUTION! Risk of material damage due to use of inapplicable cleaning utensils! Abrasive cleaning utensils, as sponges, cleaning rags, will scratch the safety glass. The breaking...

  • Page 151: Cleaning The Housing

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance CAUTION! Risk of material damage due to the use of unsuitable cleaning agents. Aggressive cleaning agents, solvents and scouring cleaning aids (hard sponges, brushes) may scratch and damage the surfaces and have a negative impact on the function of the unit.
  • Page 152 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance CAUTION! Risk of material damage to the incubation chamber due to splashed water during cleaning. If rinsing water is tipped into the chamber without due care, splashed water can come into contact with the electrical system and the fans, thus causing permanent damage.

  • Page 153: Cleaning The Trays

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance 8.11.4 Cleaning the trays Regularly wipe the trays and their mounted parts (rails, clips, adhesive matting, etc.) with a soft cloth and a mild household cleaner (e.g. washing-up liquid, neutral cleaner). If necessary, disinfect with a standard disinfectant.

  • Page 154: Co2 Curtain

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Maintenance 8.13 CO2 curtain Clean the CO curtain as follows: Procedure Detach the CO curtain in the incubation chamber. Clean the surface with a soft cloth and mild cleaner (washing- up liquid, neutral cleaner). If necessary, disinfect with a standard disinfectant.

  • Page 155: Interferences

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Interferences 9 Interferences Possible reasons for interference or a problem and how to resolve it is described in the following section. Reduce the service intervals if interferences/problems become increasingly common. Contact the manufacturer in case of developing problems which cannot be resolved by following the above mentioned instructions.
  • Page 156 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Interferences Action in case of interferences of incubation shaker WARNING! If people and/or equipment are in danger, switch off the incubator shaker immediately and disconnect it from the power supply. Switch off the unit if the following irregularities occur:...

  • Page 157: Safety

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Interferences 9.1 Safety Personnel The here described trouble shooting work may be carried out by the user, if not indicated otherwise (see “Tables of Interferences”). Any work on the electrical system is strictly to be carried out by qualified electricians.

  • Page 158: Tables Of Interferences

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Interferences 9.2 Tables of interferences 9.3 Error messages Error messages are triggered by a mechanical or elctronical interference on the equipment. To additionally draw attention of the user, an interference is displayed with the warning sign and the ERROR symbol.
  • Page 159 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Interferences Interference of shaker drive Interference Possible causes Trouble shooting Shaking function is not Table is Remove foreign body Operator working mechanically blocked (with error message) Torn drive belt Contact Infors representative Qualified technician Defect motor fuse...
  • Page 160 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Interferences gassing interference Interference Possible causes Trouble shooting concentration is too valve closed or Contact Infors representative Qualified blocked technician Deviation > 1% cylinder is empty Install new CO cylinder Operator Inlet pressure or flow rate...
  • Page 161 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Interferences No value on temperature Pt100 sensor or Contact Infors representative Qualified display sensor cable is technician defect Temperature in flask with Defect measuring Contact Infors representative Qualified mobile Pt100 is too high electronics technician (>...
  • Page 162 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Interferences Temperature is not reaching Heating is not Activate the temperature parameter Operator the desired value switched on Setpoint value is too Increase setpoint value Operator Capillary thermostat Set capillary thermostat to higher Operator is set too low (must temperature be at least 10 °C...
  • Page 163 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Interferences Humidity interference Interference Possible causes Trouble shooting Water supply to the Direct Water reservoir is Fill water reservoir Operator Steam Humidification is empty interrupted; humidity Air pocket between Replace wet filter with a dry one...
  • Page 164 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Interferences Illumination interference Interference Possible causes Trouble shooting Illumination (algae) is not Illumination is not Switch on the illumination Operator working switched on Illumination Activate the illumination parameter Operator parameter is not in the control system...

  • Page 165: Interference Illumination Broken Tube

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Interferences 9.4 Interference Illumination broken tube CAUTION! Damage to health due to inhalation or skin absorption of mercury. Therefore: – Avoid skin contact – Ventilate the room for 30 minutes – Wear safety gloves – Collect shards and dust with an adhesive tape –...

  • Page 166: Returning For Repair

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Interferences 9.5 Returning for repair The operator must return the equipment or the faulty component part(s) to the manufacturer if, after consulting the service department of the local dealer or the manufacturer, on-site diagnosis and/or repair is not possible.

  • Page 167: Disassembly

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Disassembly 10 Disassembly The equipment must be disassembled and disposed of in an environmentally-friendly manner if it is not in use anymore. 10.1 Safety Personnel Disassembly may only be carried out by qualified personnel. Qualified electricians only may carry out work on the electrical system.

  • Page 168: Disassembly

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Disassembly Biological safety WARNING! Danger to biological safety! Non-compliance with all biological safety regulations signifies an increased health risk to the user and the functionality of the equipment. Therefore: – Strictly follow all biological safety regulations –...

  • Page 169: Disposal

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Disassembly 10.3 Disposal Recycle disassembled components, if no agreement is made concerning reclaim or disposal. Send metals for scrap Send plastic components for recycling Sort and dispose of the remaining components according their material composition.

  • Page 170: Examples

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Examples 11 Examples 11.1 Delay a speed change EXAMPLE The incubator shaker is to operate at a speed of 250 rpm and a temperature of 40 °C. After 10 minutes, the speed is to be reduced to 100 rpm and the temperature control is switched off.
  • Page 171 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Examples Press upper PLUS or MINUS key to set parameter Temp to 40 °C. Press ON/OFF key to switch on parameter Temp. Press lower PLUS or MINUS key to set parameter RPM to 250. Press ON/OFF key to switch on parameter RPM.

  • Page 172: Switch-On Delay

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Examples 11.2 Switch-on delay EXAMPLE The incubator shaker is to start after a delay of 5 minutes and then operate with a speed of 250 rpm and a temperature of 37.5 °C until other values have been entered.
  • Page 173 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Examples Press option key to select parameters of Phase 2. Phase 2 lights up blue. Press upper PLUS or MINUS key to set parameter Temp to 37.5 °C. Press ON/OFF key to switch on parameter Temp.

  • Page 174: Cyclic Operation

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Examples 11.3 Cyclic operation EXAMPLE The unit continuously alternates between two operating states. This can be used e.g. to simulate a day/night rhythm with the illumination. The Multitron operates with two alternating phases: Phase 1...
  • Page 175 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Examples Press upper PLUS key to set time to 10 minutes. Press ON/OFF key to switch on Time 1. Press SET key for settings of TIME 2. Setpoint and Time 2 light up. Press lower PLUS key to set time to 7 minutes.
  • Page 176 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Examples 13. Press option key to select Phase 2. Phase 2 lights up blue. 14. Press upper MINUS key to reduce parameter Temp to 37 °C. 15. Press ON/OFF key to switch on parameter Temp.

  • Page 177: Appendix

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Appendix 12 Appendix 12.1 Declaration of Conformity 2013-02-19 Page 177 of 185...

  • Page 178: Circuit Diagram

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Appendix 12.2 Circuit diagram Fig. 110 Page 178 of 185 2013-02-19...

  • Page 179: Additional Information Of The Use Of Sterile Filters

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Appendix 12.3 Additional information of the use of sterile filters A steam system is sterile by definition. Nevertheless, in case that non-sterile water is used, we recommend integration of a sterile filter as an additional precaution (not included): PALL AcroPackTM 20 with SUPOR membrane 0,2 µm pore...

  • Page 180: Purifying Methods

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Appendix 12.4 Purifying Methods Method Description Distillation Distilled water is often defined as bottled water that has been produced by a process of distillation. This water is practically free of salts, organic compounds and microorganisms (electrical conductivity of not more than 10 µS/cm and total dissolved solids...
  • Page 181 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Appendix Reverse Osmosis Reverse Osmosis is a process that is used to remove a wide range of salts to give water of high purity. Osmosis is a natural process involving fluid flow across a semi- permeable membrane barrier.

  • Page 182: Roxtec Ezentry 4 Mini

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Appendix 12.5 Roxtec EzEntry 4 Mini Page 182 of 185 2013-02-19...
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  • Page 184: Index

    Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Index 13 Index ShakerBag Option gassing ......22 Disassembly Adhesive labels ..........19 Personnel ........... 167 Alarm Safety............167 Acoustic ............56 Disposal............169 Visual ............56 Appendix ............177 Emissions ............47 Environmental protection ......... 18 Biohazard ..........
  • Page 185 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Index Setting the adjustable counterweight .... 92 Displays ............64 Setting the capillary thermostat ..... 91 Keys ............65 Switching on the cooling system ....96 Symbols ............62 Switching on the unit ........88...
  • Page 186 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Index Operation ........... 103 Pass-through ..........75 Reduction Station for CO gassing ....72 Personnel requirements Serial interface ..........57 Qualified electrician ........12 Sticky Stuff adhesive matting ......68 Qualified personnel ........12 Transport lock ..........53 Qualified personnel in biology, biotechnology or chemical engineering ........
  • Page 187 Multitron Pro - Incubation Shaker Index in danger zone ..........19 Utilities ............47 Throw 50 mm speeds........36 Weights............23 Timer Base frame ..........24 Base unit ............. 23 Multiple changeover ........112 Cooling units ..........25 Remaining runtime ........114 Direct steam humidification ......

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