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- Page 1 ® FastGene Hot & Cold Mini Dry Bath Instruction Manual Catalog No. NG021 (programmable cooling and heating capability) www.nippongenetics.eu info@nippongenetics.eu Version 01 20.01.2015...
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Page 2: Content
Content ® -1x FastGene Hot & Cold Mini Dry Bath, cooling and heating -1x Transparent Lid -1x Power Cord -1x Power Adapter -1x Instruction Manual... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Content ........................ 1 Warning........................ 3 Section 1 Introduction ..................8 Section 2 Product Specifications ..............9 Section 3 Installation Instructions ..............10 Section 4 Device Operation Instructions ............11 Controls and Features ................11 Turn On the Instrument ................13 Setting Calendar .................. -
Page 4: Warning
Warning ® FastGene Hot & Cold Mini Dry Bath has been tested and found to comply ® with safety limits for the CE regulation. Also, the FastGene Hot & Cold Mini Dry Bath is RoHS compliant to deliver confident product which meets the environmental directive. - Page 5 protection to avoid burning your hand. 12. The unit shall be operated only by qualified personnel. Safety Information Use high level of precaution against any electrical device. Before connecting the electrical supply, check to see if the supply voltage is within the range stated at the rating label, and see to it that the device be seated firmly.
- Page 6 Avoiding Damage to the Instrument 1. Do not attempt to operate the device if it is damaged. 2. Protect this unit from physical damage, corrosive agents and extreme temperatures (direct sunlight, etc.). 3. For proper ventilation and safety concerns, keep at least 10 cm of space behind the instrument, and at least 5 cm of space on each side.
- Page 7 6. Please understand the positive and negative mark. Do not use the battery positive and negative wrong. Symbols ® The symbols used on the FastGene Hot & Cold Mini Dry Bath are explained below. Indicates an area where a potential shock hazard may exist. Consult the manual to avoid possible personal injury or instrument damage.
- Page 8 Potential Risk and Preventive Measure 1. Risk assessment table Potential Risk Frequent Likely Possible Rare Unlikely Frequency √ Bruise √ Burn √ Scald √ Aluminum block drop Power cord plug √ wrong 2. Preventative measures of risk Potential Risk Preventive measures Bruise Do not put the machine near the table edge.
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Page 9: Section 1 Introduction
Section 1 Introduction ® The FastGene Hot & Cold Mini Dry Bath is designed to meet the requirement of accurate temperature control, programming, small foot print and ease of use. ® FastGene Hot & Cold Mini Dry Bath is capable of setting temperature between 100°C to -10°C depending on your application and usage. -
Page 10: Section 2 Product Specifications
Section 2 Product Specifications Display Maximum Heating / Cooling Controller High performance Microprocessor Dimension L152 x W135 x H185mm Temperature Control Range 30°C below ambient temperature ( minimum -10°C) to 100°C Temperature Increment / 0.1°C Decrement Temperature Calibration ±0.2°C @ 37°C Temperature Uniformity ±0.25°C @ 37°C Temperature Accuracy... -
Page 11: Section 3 Installation Instructions
Section 3 Installation Instructions ® The FastGene Hot & Cold Mini Dry Bath is actually a pre-installed instrument. As long as it is placed on a sturdy and level surface in a safe, dry place, and is inserted with one or two heating aluminum block(s) or simply water as a water bath, it is ready for operation. -
Page 12: Section 4 Device Operation Instructions
Section 4 Device Operation Instructions Controls and Features Please refer to below figures on the following page for the location of the different keys. Front panel Back panel Start / Stop: Active and stop operation of the device. Enter: Enable the alteration of a selected value. - Page 13 Up: To increase temperature value or time value. Down: To decrease temperature value or time value. Left: Move cursor to the left. Return to previous step under the operation mode. Right: Move cursor to the right. AC Power Switch: The main power switch. Press “ ⅼ ” to switch on the device.
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Page 14: Turn On The Instrument
Turn On the Instrument ® ® 1. Place Programmable FastGene Hot & Cold Mini Dry Bath FastGene Hot & Cold Mini Dry Bath on a sturdy, level surface in a safe, dry place away from laboratory traffic. 2. Ensure that the AC power switch is OFF, and then plug the three-pronged power cord into a grounded three-prong AC outlet of the appropriate voltage. -
Page 15: Setting Calendar
Setting Calendar 1. Please switch the main power ON and press key simultaneously until the display 1600 (range is: 1500~2000) appeared which is located on the up left area of display shown as below. And then release them immediately. 1600 Hot &... -
Page 16: Operation Mode: Quick Start Mode
Operation Mode: Quick Start Mode 1. Switch the main power ON. key to select “Quick Start” icon, then press 2. Use key and key to enter next screen. 3. There are 5 modes of “Quick Start”. Use key and key to select the mode that you want, and then press key to store the upsated value. - Page 17 Note (1): When running Quick Start Mode, the current temperature of block and the step settings will show on the screen. The running time works in only one situation - starts counting up once reaching the set temperature. Press key to display the set temperature and time. It will be kept on screen for 5 seconds or just press key again to go back monitor screen immediately.
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Page 18: Operation Mode: Constant Mode
Operation Mode: Constant Mode 1. Switch the main power ON. key to select “Constant Mode” icon, then 2. Use key and press key to enter next screen. 3. Press key make the parameter become flashing, then use key and key to move cursor to the parameter. Use key and key to adjust the setting value, then press key to store the... - Page 19 6. Press again to stop the device. A confirm page will pop out, select “YES” to leave the mode Note (2): When running Constant Mode, the current temperature of block and the step settings will show on the screen. There are two situations for running time: Case 1: set time is zero, it will run continuously.
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Page 20: Operation Mode: Programmable Mode
Operation Mode: Programmable Mode 1. Switch the main power ON. key to select “Programmable Mode” icon, 2. Use key and then press key to enter next screen. 3. Press key and then use key and key to set program number (It can maximum save 10 file from 0 ~ 9). Press key again to store the program number. - Page 21 6. Press key to next screen. Repeat operating step 4~6 to set Programmable Mode Step 1-3. 7. Press key and then use key and key to increase or decrease value for cycle times (up to 9 cycles), then press key to store the updated value.
- Page 22 Note (2): When running Programmable Mode, the current temperature of block and the step settings will show on the screen. You can set up all 4 steps, or, for example, if you only need 3 steps (Step0 – Step2) in the program, set the running time in Step3 at 0 (zero). Then when the program finishes Step2, it will return to the first step or stop the temperature control (i.e., gradually return to the ambient temperature), depending on the numbers of cycles you set.
- Page 23 Press key to display the set temperature and time. It will be kept on screen for 5 seconds or just press key again to go back monitor screen immediately.
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Page 24: Operation Mode: Annealing Program
Operation Mode: Annealing Program 1. Switch the main power ON. key to select “Annealing Program” icon, 2. Use key and then press key to enter next screen. 3. Use and then press key and key to move cursor to the parameter. Use key and key to change the parameter. - Page 25 5. Use and then press key and key to move cursor to the parameter. Use key and key to change the parameter. Press key to store the updated value and use to enter next screen. Press key return to select operation mode page. c.
- Page 26 Note (1): When running Annealing Program Mode, the current temperature of block and the step settings will show on the screen There are two situations for running time: Case 1: set time is zero. Once the current block temperature reach the set temperature, it will go to the next step immediately.
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Page 27: Section 5 Troubleshooting Guide
Section 5 Troubleshooting Guide Many operating problems may be solved by carefully reading and following the instructions in this manual accordingly. Some suggestions for troubleshooting are given below. Should these suggestions not resolve the problem, contact our SERVICE DEPARTMENT or a distributor in your region for assistance. If troubleshooting service is required, please include a full description of the problem. -
Page 28: Temperature Calibration
5.3 Temperature Calibration ® FastGene Hot & Cold Mini Dry Bath with the optional block has been calibrated as a set. But, the different kinds of block, whose T are not the same result different influences. For optimum accuracy temperature control or while changing with different kinds of block, Mini Cooler should be calibrated in accordance with the procedure outlined below. - Page 29 (Start calibration) (Arrival the target temperature) (Key in the same value as thermometer) 4. Use key and key to adjust the T value (temperature range is -5℃ ~ -10℃). The device will start cooling from 0℃ to -5℃, when temperature arrival -5℃ and then to start countdown from 30 min to 0 min. The device will alarm “beep”...
- Page 30 is 37℃ ~ 100℃). The device will start heating from -5℃ to 100℃, when temperature arrival 100℃ and then to start countdown from 30 min to 0 min. The device will alarm “beep” while T 100℃ and 0 min. T value is flashing, and then use key and...
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Page 31: Section 6 Ordering Information
Section 6 Ordering information Cat. No. Description ® NG-021 FastGene Hot & Cold Mini Dry Bath, programmable cooling and heating capability, without block ACCESSORIES NG025 For 0.2ml tube(PCR Strip tube), ø 6.35mm, 32 wells, L71xW47xH32, Depth 19mm NG026 For 1.5ml tube, ø 10.8mm, 12 wells, L71xW47xH32mm, Depth 28.5mm NG027 For 15ml tube, ø... -
Page 32: Section 7 Warranty
All claims made under this warranty must be presented to Nippon Genetics Europe within one year following the date of delivery of the product to the customer.