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OMNI MES
Macro ES Homogenizer
USER MANUAL
REV. B
03-216

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  • Page 1 OMNI MES Macro ES Homogenizer USER MANUAL REV. B 03-216...

  • Page 2: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY INFORMATION This manual is a guide for the use of the Omni Macro ES Homogenizer and accessories. Data herein has been verified and validated. It is believed adequate for the intended use of the instrument. If the instrument or procedures...
  • Page 3 DO NOT attempt to modify any part of the Omni Macro ES. If you ex- perience problems with or have questions about your Omni Macro ES, contact your authorized dealer or call Omni International at 800-776- 4431 or 770-421-0058.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Warranty Information ..................... 2 Section 1 — Omni MES, Macro ES Homogenizer 1.1 Specifications ...................... 5 1.2 Parts ........................6 1.3 Assembly ....................... 7 1.4 Motor Support Stand ..................9 1.5 Quick Connect Coupling Assembly ............11 1.6 Optional Automated Motor Support Stand ...........11 1.7 Theory of Operation—Homogenization Controls .......12...

  • Page 5: Section 1 - Omni Mes, Macro Es Homogenizer

    SECTION 1 — Omni MES, MACRO ES HOMOGENIZER The Omni Macro ES Homogenizer is a variable speed, post-mounted homogenizer. The Omni Macro ES is powered by a 1,800 watt, 20,000 rpm motor. It includes a built-in high efficiency speed control, a digital...

  • Page 6: Parts

    17204 1 (3 w/ MES Package) Generator Probe Adapter 15001 1 (4 w/ MES Package) The following components are supplied as part of the Omni Macro ES Tool Kit (P/N 17104): Description Part Number Quantity Gen Probe Multi Tool 00-402...

  • Page 7: Assembly

    SECTION 1 — Omni MES, MACRO ES HOMOGENIZER 1.3 ASSEMBLY Use the following instructions to assemble the Omni and Stand Unit. 1. Make sure you have all the necessary parts: a) MES motor assembly, b) post, c) threaded knob, d) base plate assembly, e) Allen wrench, &...
  • Page 8 SECTION 1 — Omni MES, MACRO ES HOMOGENIZER 6. Raise the Movable Platform to the desired level and secure it with the positioning knob as shown. 7. Attach the power cord to the rear of the motor unit as shown.

  • Page 9: Motor Support Stand

    SECTION 1 — Omni MES, MACRO ES HOMOGENIZER 1.4 MOTOR SUPPORT STAND The Motor Drive Unit of the Omni Macro ES must be assembled to the Motor Support Post by means of the Motor Support Knob before the unit is ready to operate.
  • Page 10 SECTION 1 — Omni MES, MACRO ES HOMOGENIZER WARNING: When using sealed chamber assemblies, the bottom of the chamber assembly must rest on the moveable platform. This prevents the chamber assembly from disengaging from the motor, which could expose rotating blades, and could lead to a broken seal.

  • Page 11: Quick Connect Coupling Assembly

    1.5 QUICK CONNECT COUPLING ASSEMBLY The Quick Connect Coupling Assembly comes standard on the Omni Macro ES. To use, attach a Quick Connect Adapter to your chamber as- sembly or generator probe (See Section 2 for more information). Next, slide the Adapter into the Quick Connect Coupling and a retaining ring positions into place for a secure hold.

  • Page 12: Theory Of Operation-Homogenization Controls

    HOLD (Unlimited) Time Selection: Once speed has been selected, the Omni Macro ES can be operated for an indefinite period of time by pressing RUN. To terminate a run, press STOP. Timed Run Operation:...
  • Page 13 SECTION 1 — Omni MES, MACRO ES HOMOGENIZER The last selected run time will be displayed. Push the control knob to enter the time selection window 0:00:00, which displays hours, minutes (flashing), and seconds. Turn the control knob until the desired run time (minutes) has been entered, then push and release the control knob to select the run time (seconds), and finally the run time (hours).

  • Page 14: Programmability

    SECTION 1 — Omni MES, MACRO ES HOMOGENIZER 1.9 PROGRAMMABILITY The Omni Macro ES is configured with on board programmability. Up to twelve programs with twelve individual steps per program may be entered and stored in the units computer. Programming: To program, turn the control knob until the PRESET PROGRAMS win- dow appears.
  • Page 15 SECTION 1 — Omni MES, MACRO ES HOMOGENIZER Example: To create a program to ramp the operating speed of the homogenizer from 0 RPM to 10,000 RPM in 2 minutes, then run the homogenizer at 10,000 RPM for 30 seconds, then run the unit at 15,000...
  • Page 16 SECTION 1 — Omni MES, MACRO ES HOMOGENIZER SET PROG. SEGMENT 02 Turn the control knob to select the flashing segment 02 display. P01 signifies program 1 P01/02 END PROGRAM and /02 signifies program segment 2. 0000 00:00 Turn the control knob clockwise until the SETTING SPEED MODE flashing segment reads SPEED.

  • Page 17: Circuit Breaker

    SECTION 1 — Omni MES, MACRO ES HOMOGENIZER SETTING RAMP MODE Turn the control knob clockwise until the flashing segment reads RAMP TO. Push and P01/04 RAMP TO release the control knob. 0000 00:00 SETTING SPEED Turn the control knob until the flashing segment reads 500.

  • Page 18: Rotor-Stator Generator Probes

    SECTION 2 — ROTOR-STATOR GENERATOR PROBES 2.1 ROTOR-STATOR GENERATOR PROBES Generator probes are available for use with the Omni Macro ES but are not supplied with the instrument. These probes can be used in a sealed chamber, or for added convenience, in an open vessel environment when aerosols or sample contamination are not a concern.

  • Page 19: Operation

    2.4 VESSEL RESTRAINT DISK (Optional) The Vessel Restraint Disk (Part # LT-750) can be used with the Omni Macro ES to help reduce splashing and contain aerosols during ho- mogenization. This accessory is compatible with 20mm and larger diameter rotor-stator generator probes and with containers up to six inches in diameter.

  • Page 20: Section 3 - Sealed Chamber Assemblies

    3.1 SEALED CHAMBER ASSEMBLIES Sealed chamber assemblies are available as separately ordered items for use with the Omni Macro ES. They consist of chambers, many of which are fluted to facilitate mixing by inhibiting swirling, gasket screw on cover seals to inhibit aerosol release, a shaft assembly, and a sharpened stainless steel blade, or generator probe.
  • Page 21 Omni Macro ES by using hard materials, such as glass beads. The Omni Macro ES will act as a “bead mill”, agitating the chamber while the hard materials do the work. Since sharpness is not essen- tial, a dull blade should be used.

  • Page 22: Sealed Generator Probe Chamber Assemblies

    3.3 SEALED GENERATOR PROBE ASSEMBLIES Sealed chamber generator probe assemblies are available for use with the Omni Macro ES but are not supplied with the instrument. They consist of chambers, many of which are fluted to facilitate mixing by inhibiting swirling, gasket screw on cover seals to inhibit aerosol release, and a generator assembly.

  • Page 23: Section 4 - Dispersating And Impeller Accessories

    SECTION 4 — DISPERSATING AND IMPELLER ACCESSORIES 4.1 DISPERSATING PROBE ACCESSORIES Dispersating probes are available for use with the Omni Mixer product line but are not supplied with the instrument. They are specifically designed for high speed and high shear mixing, dispersion and emulsifying. These probes provide less particle size reduction, but greater mixing options than the gen- erator probes described in Section 2.

  • Page 24: Motor Drive Unit

    Installation of the coupling is the reverse of these steps. 5.3 MOTOR BRUSH MAINTENANCE Omni Macro ES motors are not user serviceable and should be returned to the factory for brush replacement. 5.4 BEARINGS AND LUBRICATION Motors are equipped with sealed ball bearings.

  • Page 25: Grounding Instructions

    SECTION 5 — MAINTENANCE 5.5 GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce the risk of elec- tric shock. This instrument is equipped with an electric cord which is grounded to the chassis housing.

  • Page 26: Section 6 - Troubleshooting

    SECTION 6 — TROUBLESHOOTING Do not attempt to service the Omni Macro ES in a manner other than those discussed in this manual. For any issue that is unsuccessfully corrected using this guide, please contact your authorized dealer or call Omni International at 1-800-776-4431.

  • Page 27: Section 7 - Explosion Drawings And Part Lists

    SECTION 7 — EXPLOSION DRAWINGS AND PART LISTS 7.1 OMNI MACRO ES 11V/220V...
  • Page 28 SECTION 7 — EXPLOSION DRAWINGS AND PART LISTS Part Number Description 00-624 Run/Off/Repeat Cover 61681 Control Knob Overlay 3 Faceplate Sticker Overlay Support 00-722 1/4x13/16x8-32 Aluminum Standoff LT300 Control Board 60081 8-32x3/8” Screw 50175-1 115/220V Speed Control 00-101 IEC Filter Switch Combo 1822 Cover Panel 17577-1...

  • Page 29: Section 8 - Service

    There must be no radioactivity detectable by survey equipment. • Obtain a Decontamination Certificate from Omni International. Complete the certificate and attach to the instrument or parts being returned. If no Decontamination Certificate is attached, and a potential radioac-...
  • Page 30 NOTES:...
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  • Page 32 OMNI MES Macro ES Homogenizer Omni International, Inc. 935C Cobb Place Blvd. Kennesaw, GA 30144 800.776.4431  770.421.0058  www.omni-inc.com...

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