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INHECO HeatPAC HeatPAC Part No.: 7900046 ► User´s Manual Doc ID: 900372-002 October 2018...
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This manual and the information herein have been assembled with due diligence. INHECO GmbH does not assume liability for any misprints or cases of damage resulting from misprints in this manual. If there are any uncertainties, please feel free to contact sales@inheco.com.
General Information ..................04 Explanation of symbols ................04 Explanation of Abbreviations ............... 05 Warranty ...................... 05 How to contact INHECO ................05 prOdUCt dEsCrIptION ............... 06 Intended Use ....................06 Scope of Delivery ..................07 Functional Elements ..................07 Labels ......................
This manual is part of the HeatPAC and must be retained until the device is disposed of and must be passed on with the HeatPAC when the device is taken over by a new user. The HeatPAC meets the acknowledged rules of technology and comply with today‘s standards.
The warranty period starts on the date of shipment. Any damage caused by operating the HeatPAC outside the specifications and guidelines leads to the loss of warranty. Broken seals on INHECO lead to the loss of warranty as well.
2.1. Intended Use The INHECO HeatPAC is a very compact unit with super low height of only 40 mm at disposable contact surface. This low height makes it ideal for liquid handling workstations with limited space between the pipetting head and the heating block, eliminating the need for cut-outs and enabling the use of deepwell disposables.
In case of parcel or product damages, make photos of the damaged boxes and products and email them to techhotline@inheco.com immediately. Transportation damages must be reported to INHECO within 7 days of delivery. The following components should be included in each shipment: Fig.1:...
The electrical specification on the label must meet your local situation. The label is placed on the front of the HeatPAC. The identification label must not be removed. If it has become illegible or falls off, it has to be replaced by a new identification label.
2.5. technical data HeatpaC Technical Data incl. Dimensions Input voltage / max. current 24Vdc / 4.16 A temperature range ambient to + 135°C [ambient to +275°F] temperature range ambient 15°C to +32°C [+59°F to 89.6°F] sensor type two PT100 Outer dimensions for...
Electrical shock: - The HeatPAC must not be used if the device itself or the power cable shows visible signs of damage. - You can suffer an electric shock and injuries, if the HeatPAC is not connected properly or if you do not disconnect the device from the TEC Control Unit outlet before opening the housing.
- Do not alter the product. Any modification or change which is not approved by INHECO leads to the loss of warranty. Broken seals on INHECO devices lead to the loss of warranty as well. - Use only original parts provided by INHECO. Parts provided by other suppliers can impair the functionality of the device.
4.2.1. How to connect device to the MtC / stC In order to connect an INHECO heating/cooling/shaking device, the TEC Control Unit has to be equipped with the corresponding Slot Module. There are blue, black, and red Slot Modules available. The following table shows the appropriate Slot Module for each heating/cooling/shaking device.
4.4.1. Installation of pCr adapter The mounting frame for PCR Adapter is already fixed on the HeatPAC when it is purchased directly from INHECO. A different set up may be delivered if the HeatPAC is ordered from your workstation provider. In this case the PCR Adapter or another adapter might already be pre-installed.
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· Assemble PCR Adapter with mounting frame (to enclose the PCR Adapter) and 4 screws and tighten the four screws at the corner finger tight (respectively with 0,25Nm) Fig.10: PCR-Adapter placed on HeatPAC with mounting frame NOTICE Each different labware might need a different fixation as only this is the way to ensure the correct position.
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The Flat Bottom Adapter is delivered with a frame which has to be fixed on top of the HeatPAC with two screws at the edge and the adapter plate itself has to be fixed with one screw in the middle.
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Installation of other adapter The other adapter (excluding PCR-Adapter and Flat Bottom Adapter) do not need a frame they are just fixed with one screw in the hole in the middle of the HeatPAC. NOTICE If another Adapter is pre-assembled please disassemble this adapter first.
When the HeatPAC is placed on a bench top, it must be fixed to the ground with four M4 screws and holes for positioning pins. The mounting surface must be firm and even.
The INHECO devices can be operated by touch-screen at the front panel of the MTC/ STC, by the Demo Tool software delivered by INHECO or by the software of your liquid handling workstation. The INHECO Demo Tool software and the touch-screen allow programming basic temperature and shaking sequences.
- INHECO product number of the device (shown on device label) - INHECO product name of the device (shown on device label) - INHECO serial number of the device (shown on device label or via software) - Detailed error description - Error code report (generated with software “MTC/STC Demo Tool”)
Liquids must not enter into the unit. Do not use aggressive cleaning fluids such as acetone, or abrasive cleaners. Contact INHECO in case you prefer other cleaning liquids or methods which may be harmful for the material of the devices.
7.4. decontamination Decontamination is required before return of a device to INHECO in case it has been exposed to human or animal blood/fluid/tissue or has been exposed to biological or chemical. The surface decontamination should include a wipe-down of the housing surface with a decontaminating solution.
7.7. transportation and storage It is recommended to keep the original packaging. INHECO device should be shipped and stored in their original packaging . Adhere to required environmental conditions for transportation and storage → Technical Data, page 9. 7.8. shut down and disposal The Device has to be disposed of in accordance with environmental and biosafety directives.
Black Slot Module connects CPAC HT 2-TEC, HeatPAC, Teleshake 2400125 95, Thermoshake, Heated Lid with MTC/STC 8.3. thermal adapter for temperature transfer. All standard adapter can be downloaded from INHECO´ webpage www.inheco.com or requested from sales@inheco.com. 8.4. Miscellaneous Product Name Description...
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