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- Page 1 MaxQ 5000 Incubated and Refrigerated Floor Shakers Operating Manual and Parts List LT2087X1 (7004348) Rev. 14 Visit us online to register your warranty www.thermoscientific.com/labwarranty...
- Page 2 Updated Setting Timer For Continuous Shaking Step 3 - pg 5-5 29034 9/10/12 Added note to hyperterminal information on pg 5-6 28316 3/7/12 Added platform mntg plate replacement in Maintenance section 27862 1/25/12 Corrected notes on pg 1-2 Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker...
- Page 3 Thermo Fisher Scientific makes no representations or warranties with respect to this manual. In no event shall Thermo be held liable for any damages, direct or incidental, arising out of or related to the use of this manual. ©2010 Thermo Fisher Scientific. All rights reserved. MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Setting Low Limit Control, Refrigerated ..... . 5-9 Optional Refrigeration System ......5-10 Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker... - Page 7 Ordering Procedures ........8-2 MaxQ 5000 Shaker...
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Page 8: Safety Information
Safety Information Section 1 Your Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker has been designed with function, reliability, and safety in mind. It is your responsibility to install it in conformance with local electrical codes. For safe operation, pay attention to the Notes, Cautions and Warnings throughout the manual. -
Page 9: Specifications
1 hr. can be silenced for a 1 hr. Mutable Alarms None None period without deactivating period without deactivating the actual alarm condition by the actual alarm condition by depressing any key depressing any key Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker... -
Page 10: Section 2 Specifications
Orbital shakers are designed to provide increased aeration in a stable temperature environment. Unintended Use 1) Not intended for use in Class I or II applications as defined in 21 CFR 2) Not intended for mixtures of flammable materials MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific... - Page 11 Section 2 Specifications The MAXQ 5000 series of incubated and refrigerated floor shakers are available in one of two control configurations: • A-Class shakers SHKA5000, SHKA5000-1CE, SHKA5000-7 and SHKA5000-8CE: control temperature by a Proportional/Integral/ Derivative (PID) microprocessor-based controller. Solid-state control maintains time and speed and is adjustable with rotary dials.
- Page 12 Temperature: 15°C to 32°C Product Usage: Indoor use only Caution Shaker operation in a CO2 enriched atmosphere is not recom- mended. Formation of carbonic acid could cause electrical failures. Declaration of Conformity available on request. MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific...
- Page 13 If a leak in the sealed system is detected, the operator shall repair without undue delay. The following model is designed for use with the following amounts of flu- orinated greenhouse gases. Model Refrigerant Amount (kg) SHKE5000-8CE R-134a 0.227 1430 Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker...
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Page 14: Control Panel Features
4. Speed Control: Sets platform rotation speed. 5. Power Switch: Turns power on and off to shaker. 6. Speed Tachometer: Analog display of platform rotation speed. 7. Time(r): Allows user to chose either continuous or timed operation. Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker... -
Page 15: Section 3 Control Panel Features
10. Up arrow key: increases shaking time 11. Down arrow key: decreases shaking time 12. Time(r) display: 3 digit led indicates time remaining or elapsed time 13. Hours: timer indicates hours 14. Minutes: timer indicates minutes MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific... - Page 16 24. Heat off switch: turns off heat 25. Set temp light: indicates temperature can be set 26. Heat on light: indicates heaters are energized 27. High limit light: indicates high limit control has been activated. Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker...
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Page 17: Unpacking And Installation
For an outlet designed to accept 2-prong plugs (ungrounded), it is required that a qualified electrician replaces the outlet with a new, grounded type. Refrigerated models require a dedicated power source. SHKA5000-7 and SHKE5000-7 are supplied with a 20 amp power cord. Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker... -
Page 18: Adjusting Shaker Feet
This can be easily accomplished with the unit slowly running, since the foot being adjusted is intermittently off the floor. MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific... -
Page 19: Platform Installation
4. Flasks and test tubes should be inserted in the clips and racks after installing the shaking platform. Caution Do not operate shaker with an unbalanced load. Platforms should be loaded for optimum stability and operation. Do not lift shaker by the platform. Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker... -
Page 20: Test Tube Rack Installation
Installation mounting holes on the platform. There are two cutouts on each side of the rack. 2. Secure the rack to the platform with mounting screws provided with the rack. MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific... -
Page 21: Operation
2. For timed operation, rotate timer knob clockwise from 1 minute to 60 minutes. The markings on the side of the dial are in 5-minute increments. Note Shaker will not operate if the timer is in the off position. Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker... -
Page 22: Temperature Calibration
3. Press and hold the “star” (*) key and using the up or down arrow key, adjust the set point to the desired temperature. 4. Allow the shaker to run until chamber temperature has stabilized. MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific... - Page 23 ±0.5°C. If not, repeat Steps 6, 7 and 8 above. Table 5-1. Determining Zero Value Thermometer 60°C Controller Reading 65°C Subtract -5°C Enter Zero value of -5°C Thermometer 70°C Controller Reading 65°C Subtract +5°C Enter Zero value of +5°C Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker...
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Page 24: Calibrating Shaker Speed
4. To get into the calibration mode, hold down the START key, press and release the STOP key, then release the START key. 5. The decimal point on the SPEED display will flash indicating Calibration mode. MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific... -
Page 25: Rs232 Interface Port
The RS232 interface port is located on the left side rear of the shaker cabinet and requires the use of a laptop or desktop computer running Microsoft Figure 5-2. RS232 Windows 98 or newer operating system. Interface Port Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker... -
Page 26: Rs232 Communication Configuration
10. Turn shaker off and connect computer (COM 1) to shaker (COM PORT) with DB-9 serial printer cable. 11. Start HyperTerminal by clicking on “Max Q Shaker.” 12. Power up shaker. Shaker will screen print speed, time and temperature at one-minute intervals. MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific... -
Page 27: Temperature Calibration
6. Press HEAT ON button and, while continuing to hold, press and release the HEAT OFF button. Now, release the HEAT ON button. 7. The decimal point should now be flashing indicating that the unit is in the temperature calibration mode. Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker... -
Page 28: Setting The High Limit Control
Figure 5-3. High Limit Controls 1. Make appropriate power connection. 2. Turn power switch ON. 3. Rotate high-limit control fully clockwise. 4. Set chamber temperature. 5. Allow sufficient time for chamber temperature to stabilize before setting the high-limit control. MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific... -
Page 29: Setting Low Limit Control, Refrigerated
1. Turn ON refrigeration switch located to the left of the defrost timer on the right rear of the shaker cabinet. 2. Rotate low-limit control fully counterclockwise. 3. Set chamber temperature. 4. Allow sufficient time for chamber temperature to stabilize before setting the low-limit control. Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker... -
Page 30: Optional Refrigeration System
The defrost timer is located on the lower right side panel of the shaker cabinet to the right of refrigeration power switch and is engaged whenever the refrigeration system is turned on. 5-10 MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific... - Page 31 3. Fan Delay Status Lamp: During defrost timer power-up and after defrost cycle, the circulating fan is locked off for a 1½ minute delay. Green fan status lamp flashes during this fan-delay period. Figure 5-5. Optional Refrigeration Controls Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker 5-11...
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Page 32: Maintenance
Note The shaking mechanism is equipped with sealed ball bearings which do not require further lubrication or adjustment. Note Make no attempt to service or repair a Thermo Scientific product under warranty before consulting your Thermo Scientific dealer. Even after the warranty period, such consultation is still advised, especially when the repair may be technically sophisticated or difficult. -
Page 33: Platform Maintenance
Remove the platform by loosening 4, 3/8-16 flat head screws in the plat- form center. Remove the sheet metal panel under the platform to expose the belt and interior parts. Inspect the drive belt for wear and proper ten- sion. Order a replacement if necessary. MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific... - Page 34 3. Belt tension is automatically set by the location of the motor and is not adjustable. 4. To align a pulley, loosen the motor pulley set screws, slide the pulley up or down into alignment, then securely tighten the motor pulley set screws. Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker...
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Page 35: Troubleshooting
Replace if worn, broken or Check drive belt has erratic speed slipped off pulley A-Class, check for power to Replace if defective speed control E-Class, make sure "HEAT ON" Shaker won't heat Push "HEAT ON" button. lamp is lit Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker... -
Page 36: Hi-Limit Thermostat Failure
4. Once the thermostat is reset, reinstall the rear panel, plug the power cord back into the outlet and verify the unit is heating again. 5. If the shaker still fails to heat, contact Technical Services for further assistance. Figure 7-1. Overtemperature Thermostat MaxQ 5000 Shaker Thermo Scientific... -
Page 37: Replacement Parts
Red Lens 360-234-00 360-234-00 360-234-00 360-234-00 360-234-00 360-234-00 Relay, general purpose 400-217-00 400-162-00 400-217-00 400-162-00 Relay, Solid State 400-233-00 400-233-00 400-233-00 400-233-00 Relay, 11 pin 400-164-00 400-221-00 400-164-00 400-221-00 Sensor, Vibration 440-399-00 440-399-00 440-399-00 440-399-00 Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker... -
Page 38: Ordering Procedures
All parts listed herein may be ordered from the Thermo Scientific dealer from whom you purchased this unit or can be obtained promptly from the factory. - Page 39 Thermo Scientific MaxQ 5000 Shaker...
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