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1 Safety Symbols and Markings These symbols are intended to draw your attention to particularly important information and alert you to the presence of hazards as indicated. Safety symbols and markings used on the iEMS Incubator/Shaker Power ON Power OFF...
Troubleshoot the instrument performance • Maintain the instrument This User Manual also describes features and specifications of the iEMS Incubator/Shaker hardware and on-board software. Chapter 6 Operation explains the operating procedures. The user should be familiar with the contents of Chapter 7 on maintenance.
Chapter 3: Introduction to the iEMS Incubator / Shaker 3 Introduction to the iEMS Incubator / Shaker The iEMS Incubator/Shaker consists of three modules, each module having a capacity of three (3) microplates at a time. 3.1 Intended use The iEMS Incubator/Shaker is a high-quality stand-alone microplate incubator and orbital shaker intended for laboratory research use by professional personnel.
All slot positions within a module are shaken simultaneously. Each slot of the iEMS Incubator/Shaker has a control LED (light-emitting diode) that displays the status of the slot. The LED will change to a specific color based on the status of the slot.
Chapter 4: Functional Description Keyboard and display Fig. 4.3 iEMS Incubator/Shaker keyboard Listed below are the functions of the keyboard keys: stop Stops the ongoing operation. temp Sets the incubation temperature ON or OFF. Used for starting preincubation (preheating) of the thermal microplate holders to the temperature set in processing protocol parameters.
The thermal microplate holder is designed for holding the microplate during the incubation process, ensuring accurate temperature control. Note: Adjust the screws (Fig. 4.5, item 4) with a screwdriver so that the microplate is held firmly in place during shaking. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
5.2 What to do upon delivery 5.2.1 How to unpack Move the unpacked instrument to its site of operation. Unpack the iEMS Incubator/Shaker instrument and accessories carefully with the arrows on the transport package pointing upwards. The following notes and instructions are...
If any parts are damaged, contact your local Thermo representative. 5.2.4 Climatic requirements When you set up your iEMS Incubator/Shaker, avoid sites of operation with excess dust, vibrations, strong magnetic fields, direct sunlight, draft, excessive moisture or large temperature fluctuations.
Chapter 5: Installation 5.2.5 Things to avoid Do not smoke, eat or drink while using the iEMS Incubator/Shaker. Wash your hands thoroughly after handling test fluids. Observe normal laboratory procedures for handling potentially dangerous samples. Use proper protective clothing. Use disposable gloves. Ensure that the working area is well ventilated.
2. Connect the mains supply cable to the mains input socket (Fig. 4.1, item 6) at the back of the left side panel. 3. Connect the instrument to a correctly installed line power outlet that has a protective conductor that is grounded. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
3. Program the new time (hh mm ss) and press (24-hour clock). The baud rate is used for service purposes only. stop If you want to interrupt the setup, press to return to the READY state. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
For example, TEMPERATURE 30.0ºC 30 ↵ Press INC TIME 00:00:00 Note: stop If you want to interrupt the programming, press to return to the READY state. Your changes will be saved. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
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The value will be entered at the location of the cursor. For example, for an interval shaking time of zero: SHAKE TIME 00:00:20 00 00 ↵ Press (Enter) INT TIME 00:00:00 iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
If you try to start a slot with a protocol PLACE 2 with shaking, an error message will PROHIBITED OPERATION appear on the display: On the display, the READY state will READY 09:26:15 appear after the programming phase. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
Chapter 6: Operation Slot status – control LEDs and audio signal Each slot of the iEMS Incubator/Shaker has a control LED (light-emitting diode) that displays the status of the slot. The LED will change to a specific color based on the status of the slot. An audio signal is given when the green LED is turned on (see Section 6.4.3.6).
The covers of the thermal microplate holders are not spring-loaded, but you should take care not to trap your fingers when closing the cover of the holder. Avoid bumping the microplate holder while inserting it into the slot. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
Pushing down the microplate holder to latch it properly Note: If the thermal microplate holder is not latched into position, it may lose contact with the temperature controlling connectors at the rear of the slot. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
To minimize the likelihood of this occurring, it is recommended that you program all processing protocols within a module with the same shaking speed. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
For example, if there is a protocol in progress with speed 5 and the adjoining slot is started with speed 3, all slots within the module will shake at speed 3. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
LED are turned off and the heating of the slot is turned off. 3. Re-insert the microplate holder into the slot. The orange LED is turned on and the heating of the slot turns back on. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
(Fig. 6.6). Be careful not to spill the contents of the microplate when you take the microplate holder out of the slot and when you remove the microplate from the holder. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
Removing the microplate holder – lifting the handle Fig. 6.6 Removing the microplate holder – pulling the holder out 3. Place the microplate holder on a heat resistant surface. Open the cover and remove the microplate. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
0 Press to display the heating status of all slots. PLACES 1-9 If the heating is ON in every slot, the display will show: HEAT ON iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
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At this point, press to turn the heating ON in all slots, or press turn the heating OFF in all slots. READY 09:29:10 Press to return to the READY state. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
The protocol stops, the LED turns to green, and you will hear a beeping sound. Press to return to the READY state if READY 09:29:15 you do not need to start a shake. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
You can only view programmed incubation and shaking parameters of a slot while the slot is not heating or shaking. When you review the parameters, ensure that you do not make any unintentional changes to the programmed values. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
Clean and decontaminate the surfaces if necessary. Although the iEMS Incubator/Shaker is constructed from high-quality materials, you must immediately wipe away spilled saline solutions, solvents, acids or alkaline solutions from outer surfaces to prevent damage, and wipe with deionized distilled aqua.
4. Place the fuse holder back into the slot and push it in until you hear a click. 5. Connect the power cable to the instrument and switch it ON. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
EIA tests in a negative way resulting in bad test results. Warning: Always use disposable gloves and protective clothing and operate in a well-ventilated area. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
The proposals for the procedures vary by country. Regarding the original packaging and packing materials, use the recycling operators known to you. For further information, contact your local Thermo representative. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
Do not touch or loosen any screws or parts other than those specially designated in the instructions. Doing so might cause misalignment and will invalidate the instrument warranty. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
Refer to Section 6.4.3.6. During shaking Do not place the microplate holder in or remove it from the instrument while the instrument is shaking. This may damage the shaking mechanism. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
Refer to Sections 6.2 and 6.4.3.3. During shaking Do not place the microplate holder in or remove it from the instrument while the instrument is shaking. This may damage the shaking mechanism. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
If local or laboratory regulations prescribe regular decontamination, it is not advisable to use formaldehyde, since even small traces of formaldehyde affect the enzyme being used in EIA tests in a negative way resulting in bad test results. iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
Decontaminate the instrument prior to disposal. See Section 7.4 and Appendix B on decontamination. 8.3 Service request protocol If the iEMS Incubator/Shaker requires service, contact your local Thermo representative or Thermo’s service department. Do not under any circumstances send the instrument for service without any prior contact. It is imperative to indicate the fault and nature of the required service.
Microplate dimensions Maximum 86 mm (W) x 128 mm (L) x 15 mm (H) Device interfaces 1. Serial RS-232C interface for computer 2. Serial RS-485 interface for other device link iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
Orbit 1 mm (radius 0.5 mm) Programmable shaking time Up to 48 hours in steps of 1 second Programmable interval time Up to 48 hours in steps of 1 second iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
Chapter 10: Device Interfaces 9.4 Safety specifications The iEMS Incubator/Shaker fulfills the following requirements: EN 61010-1:1993 + A2:1995/IEC 61010-1:1990 + A1:1992 + A2:1995 including CENELEC Common Modifications, US and CA National differences EN 61010-2-010:1994 + A1:1996 including CENELEC Common Modifications, US and CA National...
100 – 120 Vac, 200 – 240 Vac 50/60 Hz, 380 VA max. CE mark CSA monogram UL mark iEMS Incubator/Shaker conforms to the following requirements: 73/23/EEC (Low Voltage Directive) 89/336/EEC (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive, EMC) FCC Part 15, Subpart B/Class B...
10 Ordering Information Contact your local Thermo representative for ordering and service information. Code Instrument 5112200 iEMS Incubator/Shaker with nine (9) thermal microplate holders, 220 – 240 V 5112207 iEMS Incubator/Shaker with nine (9) thermal microplate holders, 100 – 120 V...
Chapter 11: Warranty Certificate 11 Warranty Certificate Thermo Electron Microplate Instrumentation Business products are fully guaranteed against defective parts and materials, including defects caused by poor workmanship, for a period of twelve (12) months from the date of delivery. Thermo will repair or replace defective parts or materials during the term of warranty at no extra charge for materials and labor provided that the products were used and maintained in accordance with Thermo's instructions.
Heating..............................31 Heating time ............................21 Holder ..............................13 Incubation temperature........................20 Incubation time............................. 21 Incubation time tracking........................41 Incubator slot preheating ....................... 26, 40 Inserting the microplate ........................24 iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
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..........................21 interval time ............................21 same for all slots..........................20 setting..............................20 shaking time ............................21 viewing .............................. 34 Placing the microplate into thermal microplate holder ..............24 iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
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Transport damage ..........................15 Transport package.......................... 14, 15 Unpacking ............................. 14 Viewing parameters ........................34, 41 Voltage selector............................ 16 Warranty ............................14, 50 Weight............................. 16, 45 Working area ............................15 iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
Appendix A: iEMS Incubator / Shaker Quick Reference Guide Appendix A: iEMS Incubator / Shaker Quick Reference Guide 1. Place the microplate into the thermal microplate holder so that well A1 is located in the upper left corner when viewed with the numbers on the holder's handle the right side up.
The decontamination procedure is required prior to shipping the instrument to Thermo Electron Oy, e.g., for repair. If, for any reason, the instrument is shipped back to Thermo Electron Oy, it must be accompanied by a dated and signed Certificate of Decontamination, which must be attached to the outside of the package containing the instrument.
Appendix C: iEMS Incubator / Shaker Feedback Form Please send to Thermo Electron Oy Fax: +358-9-32910415 Appendix C: iEMS Incubator / Shaker Feedback Form Cat. no. Serial no. PURCHASED BY PURCHASED FROM Company/Organization Distributor Department Address Address Tel. Tel. Date of delivery...
For the latest information on products and services, visit our worldwide web sites on the Internet at: http://www.thermo.com Manufactured by: Distributed by: P.O. Box 100, FIN-01621 Vantaa, Finland Tel. +358-9-329 100, Fax +358-9-3291 0415 www.thermo.com iEMS Incubator/Shaker User Manual Rev. 3.0, Cat. no. 1506200A...
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