Homogenizer OMNI User Manual

Homogenizer OMNI User Manual

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OMNI µHb
MICRO HOMOGENIZER
USER MANUAL
P/N H258-H
REV. A

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  • Page 1 OMNI µHb MICRO HOMOGENIZER USER MANUAL ™ P/N H258-H REV. A...
  • Page 2: Warranty Information

    WARRANTY INFORMATION This manual is a guide for the use of the Omni μHb, Micro 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 μHb. If you experi- ence problems with or have questions about your Omni μHb, 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 μHb, Micro Homogenizer 1.1 Specifications ..................5 1.2 Parts and Accessories ..............5-6 1.3 Battery Pack ..................6-7 1.4 Battery Pack and Battery Charger Safety Information ..7-9 1.5 Stand-Mounting the Omni μHb ............10 Section 2 —...
  • Page 5: Section 1 - Omni Μhb, Micro Homogenizer

    SECTION 1 — Omni μHb, MICRO HOMOGENIZER The Omni μHb, Micro Homogenizer is a variable speed, handheld, rechargeable homogenizer. It combines a high-speed, high-torque, variable-speed motor, interchangeable battery packs, and a choice of three autoclavable rotor-stator generator probes of various diameters, 7mm Hybrid probe or Omni Tip™...
  • Page 6: Battery Pack

    B10-110ST 1.3 BATTERY PACK The Omni μHb comes with a powerful 8.75 V, 1.6 amp-hour external, Nickel Cadmium battery pack. Battery life will vary as a function of load, speed, number of charges, etc. A fully charged battery is generally capable of 30 minutes of power with a 7 mm generator probe at 25,000 rpm in water.
  • Page 7: Battery Pack And Battery Charger Safety Information

    SECTION 1 — Omni μHb, MICRO HOMOGENIZER (cont.) 1.3 BATTERY PACK (cont.) For optimal battery life, the battery should be completely discharged before recharging. It takes approximately 6 hours to recharge a com- pletely spent battery pack. BATTERY PACK CHARGER...
  • Page 8 • DO NOT operate the charger if it is damaged in any way, such as receiving a sharp blow or being dropped. Return it to Omni Inter- national for repair or replacement. • To reduce the risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
  • Page 9 SECTION 1 — Omni μHb, MICRO HOMOGENIZER (cont.) 1.4 BATTERY PACK AND BATTERY CHARGER SAFETY INFORMATION (cont.) Cords (cont.) • DO NOT operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug. Have them replaced immediately. • An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary.
  • Page 10: Stand-Mounting The Omni Μhb

    SECTION 1 — Omni μHb, MICRO HOMOGENIZER (cont.) 1.5 STAND-MOUNTING THE OMNI μHb (Optional) To mount the Omni μHb Micro Homogenizer to the stand assembly, refer to the figure and follow these steps: 1. Secure the 24” post by twisting it into the base plate until securely tightened.
  • Page 11: Section 2 - Motor Unit Maintenance

    Never use solvents to clean motor unit or power base. 2.2 MOTOR BEARINGS The Omni μHb Micro Homogenizer motor is equipped with sealed ball bearings. Under normal use they require no additional lubrication. WARNING: Keep all housings in place and in working order.
  • Page 12: Storage

    SECTION 2 — MOTOR MAINTENANCE 2.4 STORAGE The unique design of the Omni μHb allows the handheld unit to stand vertically on a bench-top or shelf so that it can be stored in less than six square inches of space.
  • Page 13: Section 3 - Rotor-Stator Generator Probes

    Simply push the generator probe into the motor housing as far as pos- sible, turn clockwise, and release. Remove the blue protective cap from the tip of the generator probe and the Omni μHb is ready to operate. CAUTION: Replace the blue protective cap on the end of the generator probe when the generator probe is not being used.
  • Page 14: Operation

    Then turn off the motor drive unit. 3.3 OPERATION Insert the generator probe into the Omni μHb motor and remove the blue protective cap from the end of the generator probe. The depth of the generator probe in the sample vessel can significantly affect flow patterns within the vessel.
  • Page 15: Section 4 - Service

    If no Decontamination Certificate is attached, and a potential radioac- tive or biological hazard is detected or suspected by Omni Internation- al, the equipment will not be serviced until proper decontamination and certification is complete. The sender will be contacted for instruc- tions as to the disposition of the equipment.
  • Page 16 OMNI µHb MICRO HOMOGENIZER ™ Omni International, Inc. 935C Cobb Place Blvd. Kennesaw, GA 30144 800.776.4431  770.421.0058  www.omni-inc.com P/N H258-H REV. A...

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