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Foreword Thank you for purchasing a BeadBlaster™ 24 Homogenizer. This manual contains instructions for the proper operation and care of this instrument. Please read it carefully before operation and keep it available for future use. Prior to initial operation: Please check the instrument and the accessories against the packing list when you first open the shipping carton.
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Safety Warnings and Guidelines 1. Important operation information: Read this manual carefully before attempting to operate the instrument. Read this manual prior to powering up the instrument. Pay special attention to the guidelines and directions below and be familiar with all safety warnings and guidelines.
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Install the instrument in a cool, dry location free from dust, direct sunlight or strong lights. The instrument should be placed away from corrosive gasses, strong magnetic fields, and heat sources. Allow at least 4 inches on all sides of the instrument for proper air circulation. Be sure that the air vent at the back of the instrument is not blocked.
D2400 Homogenizer Manual Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 1 Introduction The BeadBlaster™ 24 is a homogenizer for biological samples. It features high speed, three-dimensional vibration and has a capacity for 24 samples. Features: Can break and crack most biological samples (animal and plant tissue, soils, yeast, spores, microorganisms, etc.) ...
D2400 Homogenizer Manual Chapter 3 Basic instructions Chapter 3 Basic instructions This chapter focuses on the structure, operation keys and display of the instrument, as well as preparatory work before starting. Please read this chapter before initial operation. 1. Structure overview Cover Latch Protective cover Tube retainer...
D2400 Homogenizer Manual Chapter 3 Basic instructions 2. Operation panel Prog. Use in conjunction with to select the desired program. Set speed, run time, cycle and pause time for the current program. Modify parameters Start Run program Stop Stop program 3.
D2400 Homogenizer Manual Chapter 4 Operation Guide Chapter 4 Operation Guide 1. Loading Tubes 1.1 Disengage the locking latch (as shown below), turn the knob counter-clockwise and remove the tube retainer. Knob Tube retainer Locking latch 1.2 The tube holder may be filled in or out of the instrument. To remove, simply lift off the shaft. Place sample tubes into the tube holder and press down until seated.
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D2400 Homogenizer Manual Chapter 4 Operation Guide 1.3 Place tube retainer on top of the tube holder. Tighten the knob clockwise and push the locking latch inwards. A click will indicate that the latch is in place. If the latch cannot be pushed inwards, turn the knob 5 degrees and try again.
D2400 Homogenizer Manual Chapter 4 Operation Guide 2. Program selection PROG:01 28ºC SPEED 6.50 CYCLE 0:30 0:30 TIME INTER.. 50 onboard programs are available. To access the programs, press and hold the “Prog.” key, and then use “” or “” keys to scroll through the programs. To change m/s to rpm, press “” and “”...
D2400 Homogenizer Manual Chapter 4 Operation Guide 4. Running and stopping programmed operation Press “Start” to begin operation. Press “Stop” to end operation. Note:Before beginning operation, be sure that the tube retainer is in the proper position and locked in place. If there is abnormal noise during operation, press “Stop”...
D2400 Homogenizer Manual Chapter 4 Operation Guide Bead Ordering Information All beads are sold in prefilled, 2.0ml tubes, packs of 50 Standard Glass Beads, acid washed D1031-01 0.1mm D1031-05 0.5mm D1031-10 1.0mm Triple pure Zirconium Beads, acid washed, heat treated and tested to be nuclease free D1032-01 0.1mm D1032-05...
D2400 Homogenizer Manual Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Guide Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Guide Problems and actions Common problem Possible cause Action(s) Check power supply and that No power unit is plugged in properly On/Off switch broken Change switch No display on the screen Faulty fuse Change fuse(5X20 250V 10A)...
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can the lid be replaced on the Benchmark bead blaster 24. if so wht is that part number?