Summary of Contents for BioSpec Products Mini-BeadBeater 96
- Page 1 – – M i n i - B e a d B e a t e r 9 6 – – 115 volt Model Number – 1001 230 volt Model Number – 1001EUR BioSpec Products, Inc. Bartlesville, OK, USA www.biospec.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Mini-BeadBeater 96 User’s Manual Table of Contents Safety ........................3 Product Introduction ....................4 Specifications ......................5 Warranty ....................... 5 Getting Started ...................... 6 Unpacking ......................6 Set Up ....................... 7 Operation ......................8 Controls ......................8 Loading Vials ....................10 Processing ...................... -
Page 3: Safety
CAUTION or WARNING indicator describes safety infractions that are capable of causing injury or damage to the equipment. CAUTION: The Mini-BeadBeater 96 is a laboratory beadmill designed for homogenizing microbial cells and plant and animal tissues. Do not modify or use this product in a manner other than it was intended. To do so may cause personal injury or damage to the unit and will void the manufacturer’s warranty. -
Page 4: Product Introduction
Mini-BeadBeater 96 User’s Manual Product Introduction The Mini-BeadBeater 96 disrupts microbial cells and plant and animal tissue by violently agitating up to forty-five 2 ml screw-cap microvials or a 96 place deep- well microplate containing small ceramic or steel beads and disruption buffer. -
Page 5: Specifications
16 x 24 x 18 inches (41 x 61 x 46 cm) Operating Temperature: 10°C to 35°C Note: The Mini-BeadBeater 96 is for research use only. Not certified or intended for use in medical diagnosis or treatment. Warranty BioSpec Products, Inc. warranties this product against defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the original date of purchase from BioSpec. -
Page 6: Getting Started
Transfer the Mini-BeadBeater 96, still attached to the wooden shipping brace, to a table or bench. Tip the Mini-BeadBeater 96 backwards so that it rests on the side with the power inlet and the wooden brace faces you. Remove the four, ½... -
Page 7: Set Up
Mini-BeadBeater 96 User’s Manual Set Up Locate the Mini-BeadBeater 96 near an appropriate electrical outlet. With the rocker switch in the off position, connect the power cord to the appliance outlet on the back of the unit. Now plug the power cord into the electrical outlet. Avoid using extension cords. -
Page 8: Operation
Mini-BeadBeater 96 User’s Manual Operation Controls Our variable RPM controller allows greater operational flexibility of your Mini- BeadBeater 96. This controller offers timing cycles from 0 to 5 minutes, and includes digital RPM control from 1400 to 2400 rpm. The controller also provides presets that allow for up to three time/speed combinations to be stored for easy retrieval. - Page 9 Mini-BeadBeater 96 User’s Manual timing cycle stops the machine, shows the time, and blinks the LED display to show that it is paused. Pressing [Start/Stop] again continues the timing cycle. When paused, pressing and holding the [Start/Stop] button for 2 seconds will cause the controller to reset to the beginning of the cycle and it emits a double chirp.
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Page 10: Loading Vials
Mini-BeadBeater 96 User’s Manual Using the Presets The controller always operates from the current time and RPM value in memory. The [A], [B], and [C] preset buttons can be used to save and recall these values for usage in the future. - Page 11 White Wingnuts firmly, but do not over tighten. The vial rack or microplate should now be held firmly in position. 6. Finally, close the Safety Lid. The Mini-BeadBeater 96 will not operate unless the Safety Lid is in the closed position.
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Page 12: Processing
Mini-BeadBeater 96 User’s Manual Processing With your sample loaded into the Mini-BeadBeater 96, you are now ready to process your samples. 1. Turn on both power switches. One located on back of machine and one above the controller in the front. -
Page 13: Maintenance
These replacement parts are available under the Parts and Accessories section at www.biospec.com. Cleaning The Mini-BeadBeater 96 should be cleaned immediately if sample solutions or reagents are spilled on or in the unit. Use a cloth or paper towel moistened with water or a general cleaning solution. -
Page 14: Accessories And Parts
Mini-BeadBeater 96 User’s Manual Accessories and Parts Item Number Description Image 1001HR Vial Holder Repair Kit 1001K Replacement Knobs, 2 pkg 1001W Replacement Wingnuts, 2 pkg 702VH45 2.0 ml Vial Rack 504VH12 7 ml Vial Rack Page 14 of 15... - Page 15 Mini-BeadBeater 96 User’s Manual Accessories and Parts Item Number Description Image 702ALU 2 ml Aluminum Vial Rack 50 ml Aluminum Vial Rack Consumable items like beads and vials are available from BioSpec Products, www.biospec.com. Page 15 of 15...
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