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- Page 1 ™ PowerEase Touch 120W Power Supply Catalog Numbers PS0120 (115 VAC), PS0121 (230 VAC), PS0122 (230 VAC Australia), PS0123 (230 VAC China) Publication Number MAN0019502 Revision A.0 For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
- Page 2 Shanghai Life Technologies Biotechnology Co., LTD | No.7 Rong Chang East Street, Long Sheng Industry Park | Building 203 BDA,100176, P.R.China For descriptions of symbols on product labels or product documents, go to thermofisher.com/symbols-definition. The information in this guide is subject to change without notice. DISCLAIMER: TO THE EXTENT ALLOWED BY LAW, THERMO FISHER SCIENTIFIC INC.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents ■ CHAPTER 1 Product information ..........5 Product description . - Page 4 Contents ■ APPENDIX A Troubleshooting ........... . 25 ■...
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Page 5: Chapter 1 Product Information
Product information Product description ™ The PowerEase Touch 120W Power Supply is a medium throughput power supply that uses a touch-screen user interface. This power supply is ideal for DNA/RNA electrophoresis, SDS-PAGE, and native PAGE. The power supply unit has the following features: •... - Page 6 Chapter 1 Product information Product description Figure 1 Front view of PowerEase ™ Touch 120W Power Supply ™ Figure 2 Rear view of PowerEase Touch 120W Power Supply Figure 3 USB port dust cover (Rear view of PowerEase ™ Touch 120W Power Supply) The USB port is shipped with a plastic dust cover for protection during shipment.
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Page 7: Product Contents
Chapter 1 Product information Product contents Product contents On receipt, examine the unit carefully for any damage incurred during transit. Any damage claims must be filed with the carrier, and keep the supplied box for inspection. The warranty does not cover in-transit damage. IMPORTANT! Some of the power cords appear similar;... - Page 8 Chapter 1 Product information Product contents Table 3 Cat. No. PS0122 (230 VAC Australia) Regulatory mark(s) on Component Quantity electrical plug ™ PowerEase Touch 120W 1 each Power Supply Extra Fuse 1 each Type I Power Cord 1 each NSW 18392 USB Cover 1 each Quick Reference Card...
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Page 9: Chapter 2 Methods
Methods Procedural guidelines We recommend that you carefully review these guidelines before operating the instrument. ™ • To ensure safe, reliable operation, always operate the PowerEase Touch 120W Power Supply in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. • Avoid exposing the power supply to liquids as these may damage the unit and void the warranty. -
Page 10: Install The Power Supply
Chapter 2 Methods Install the power supply Install the power supply 1. Check the label located on the bottom of the power supply to ensure that the unit is compatible with locally provided voltage. 2. Place the power supply on a level laboratory bench and position it such that the On/Off switch and the AC inlet at the rear of the power supply are easily accessible. -
Page 11: Menu Navigation
Chapter 2 Methods Menu navigation Menu navigation ™ The PowerEase Touch 120W Power Supply uses several screen icons that simplify menu navigation. Icon Description The Home icon returns to the Home screen (Figure 4). The back arrow returns to the previous screen. Left and right arrows indicate that an additional screen is available. -
Page 12: Set Up A Run
Chapter 2 Methods Set up a run Set up a run 1. Switch the power switch located at the rear of the unit to the On position. 2. Touch Set up run. 3. In the Method Type screen touch either Constant voltage, Constant current, or Constant power. -
Page 13: Constant Current
Chapter 2 Methods Custom methods 7. Touch Start run to begin the run. When the run begins, the Run screen will display (See Figure 12). Note: If the run needs to be stopped or paused before completion, touch Stop or Pause. If run parameters need to be edited during the run, pause the run, enter changes, then touch Resume. -
Page 14: Select A Pre-Programmed Method
Chapter 2 Methods Select a pre-programmed method Figure 6 Custom Methods screen options Select a pre-programmed method 1. On the Home screen touch Pre-programmed Methods. 2. In the Pre-programmed Methods screen, touch either Mini gels, Midi gels, or Western blots (see Figure 7). •... - Page 15 Gel Tank (Thermo Scientific (Cat. No. A25977)). Midi gel run times assume ™ ™ the use of the SureLock Tandem Midi Gel Tank (Thermo Scientific (Cat. No. STM1001)). Figure 7 Pre-programmed Methods Screens ™ For example: The pre-programmed method for running NuPAGE Bis-Tris gels with MES running buffer is shown in Figure 8.
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Page 16: Manage Methods
Chapter 2 Methods Manage methods Manage methods New custom methods can be saved and pre-programed methods can be edited and then saved under a new (custom) name. Methods can be single step or have up to 20 steps per method. Up to 100 custom methods can be saved (Figure 10). Save a method 1. -
Page 17: Edit A Method
Chapter 2 Methods Manage methods (New method) (Pre-programmed method) Figure 9 Screens for saving methods Edit a method 1. To change any of the run parameters in a method, touch the data field for the parameter you wish to change. Selecting a run parameter will bring up its Edit screen. -
Page 18: Delete A Method
Chapter 2 Methods Manage methods Delete a method 1. On the Home screen, touch Custom methods, then touch Saved methods (Figure 4). This will bring up the Saved Methods screen. 2. Touch Manage to bring up the Manage Saved Methods screen. The methods are listed in alphabetical order. -
Page 19: Add A Step
Chapter 2 Methods Manage methods Add a step 1. Touch Actions, then Add step (see Figure 9). This will bring up the Constant Voltage, Constant Current, or Constant Power screen, depending on the method type selected for the method (see Figure 5). 2. -
Page 20: Instrument Display During A Run
Chapter 2 Methods Instrument display during a run Instrument display during a run After touching Start run, the run is initiated, and the Run screen is displayed for the selected method. As an example, a Run screen and a Method Settings screen for a constant voltage custom method is shown in the following figure: Figure 12 Run screen and Methods Settings screen Method name... -
Page 21: Method Settings Screen Features
Chapter 2 Methods Instrument display during a run Real time output parameters Electrical output parameters (mA, V, and W) will be displayed in real time in a bar at the bottom of the screen. The method parameter being held constant will be in highlighted font. -
Page 22: Instrument Display After Run Completion
Chapter 2 Methods Instrument display after run completion Instrument display after run completion When the run is complete, a Run Complete screen with be displayed with options to Repeat the method or return to the Home screen. If an unsaved custom method was run, a Save run option will be displayed in the center dial (see Figure 13). -
Page 23: Settings Screen Features
Chapter 2 Methods Settings Settings screen 1 Settings screen 2 Figure 14 Power supply settings Settings screen features About Displays the power supply serial number and software version Last run report Displays run parameters of the last run (time, volts, mA, watts, step). Run parameters are recorded at the beginning of the run and every two minutes thereafter. - Page 24 Chapter 2 Methods Settings Sleep mode off Sleep mode on Figure 15 Sleep mode settings Software update To update the power supply user interface software perform the following steps: 1. Insert a USB drive that contains the appropriate software update files into the USB port on the back of the power supply.
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Page 25: Appendix A Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Observation Possible cause Recommended action The LCD screen remains blank AC power cord is not Check AC power cord connections at both and the fan does not run when connected. ends. the power is turned on The fuse has blown. Replace the fuse (see Appendix E). - Page 26 Appendix A Troubleshooting Settings Observation Possible cause Recommended action Operation stops with alarm: Run was stopped before run Verify cable connections and running buffer Display shows “Incomplete Run” completion. level. Press Resume to continue the run or Restart to restart the run. Operation stops with alarm: Electrophoresis systems were Do not add or remove an electrophoresis...
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Page 27: Appendix B Repair And Maintenance
Repair and maintenance ™ The PowerEase Touch 120W Power Supply requires no periodic maintenance other than an occasional dry wipe-down of the instrument. Encountering Problems Check the troubleshooting section, see Appendix A, “Troubleshooting”. Contact Technical Support, see Appendix F, “Documentation and support” If the unit must be shipped back for repair, contact support for a Return Authorization Number and shipping instructions;... - Page 28 Appendix B Repair and maintenance Replace the fuse 5. Snap the cover closed and re-attach the power cord. Figure 16 Rearview of PowerEase ™ Touch 120W Power Supply PowerEase ™ Touch 120W Power Supply User Guide...
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Page 29: Appendix C Electrical Parameters For Electrophoresis
Electrical parameters for electrophoresis Ohm’s Law and Joule’s Law Electrophoresis is the migration of a charged particle under the influence of an electrical field. The power supply output parameters voltage, current, and power are related by the following two equations: •... -
Page 30: Power
Appendix C Electrical parameters for electrophoresis Power Power The power in watts, or the rate of heat generated by the system, is directly proportional to voltage and current (P=IV). PowerEase ™ Touch 120W Power Supply User Guide... -
Page 31: Appendix D General Safety
General safety WARNING! Protection impairment if used in a manner not specified by the manufacturer. Instrument safety Avoid electrical shock ™ The PowerEase Touch 120W Power Supply produces up to 500 mA or 300 V outputs which are electrically isolated from ground to reduce the risk of electrical shock to the user. -
Page 32: Explanation Of Symbols And Warnings
Appendix D General safety Explanation of symbols and warnings Explanation of symbols and warnings Symbols and warnings Symbol English Français Caution, risk of electrical shock Attention, risque de choc électrique Caution, risk of danger Attention,risque de danger Consult the manual for further Consulter le manuel pour d’autres safety information. -
Page 33: Product Regulatory Compliance
Appendix D General safety Product regulatory compliance (continued) Symbol English Français Indicates that the product meets the Australian and New Zealand compliance requirements specific to EMC, telecommunications and electrical safety. Indicates that the product does not contain toxic and hazardous substances or elements above the maximum concentration values established by China RoHS. -
Page 34: Appendix E Product Specifications
Product specifications Product specifications Feature Specifications Input Power 115 VAC, 50/60 Hz 230 VAC, 50/60 Hz Fuses One T4A 250VAC, one extra fuse is provided Output power in 120 W watts Output voltage range 2 VDC - 300 VDC Output current range 1 mA –... - Page 35 Appendix E Product specifications Product specifications (continued) Feature Specifications Stackable Housing material Polycarbonate Housing size 230 x 303 x 102 mm (W x D x H) Operating 0°C–40°C temperature Environmental ≤95% RH (non-condensing), 75 KPa–106 KPa, altitude not to exceed 2,000 meters conditions Weight 2.1 kg...
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Page 36: Appendix F Documentation And Support
Documentation and support Customer and technical support Visit thermofisher.com/support for the latest service and support information. • Worldwide contact telephone numbers • Product support information – Product FAQs – Software, patches, and updates – Training for many applications and instruments •... - Page 38 PowerEase Touch 120W Power Supply-v1-GUID-2A50B62D-5D3E-4FAD-AC0E-5932C78C18E1-2020/08/11 05:14:52 en 22:50:05.958+01:00 thermofisher.com/support | thermofisher.com/askaquestion thermofisher.com 28 August 2020...