Getting started ..........................14 General Operation ............................15 Setting the temperature........................15 Inserting a plate ..........................15 Managing the temperature ......................... 15 Viewing the set-point ........................15 Changing the set-point ....................... 15 Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
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Appendix A – Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) ..............23 Appendix B – Warranty ..........................23 Appendix C – FCC Declaration ........................24 Ordering Information ............................. 25 Document Revision History ............................26 Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
Policy statement It is the policy of QIAGEN to improve products as new techniques and components become available. QIAGEN reserves the right to change specifications at any time. In an effort to produce useful and appropriate documentation, we appreciate your comments on this user manual.
Heater 1 is intended for professional use. Materials required HCS Microplate Heater 1 T-type thermocouple Aluminum heat block Power cord Materials required but not provided Digital thermometer (compatible with T-type thermocouple connector) Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
Improper use of the HCS Microplate Heater 1 may cause personal injuries to the user or damage to the instrument. The HCS Microplate Heater 1 must only be operated by qualified personnel who have been appropriately trained. Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
Fire or explosion may result causing death or severe injury. CAUTION Risk of material damage Do not operate in a cold room or refrigerated area. CAUTION Risk of improper operation Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
(SDSs). These are available online in PDF format at www.qiagen.com/safety where you can find, view, and print the SDS for each QIAGEN kit and kit component. For further information see the instructions for use that come with the kit. WARNING/...
Type plate on the back of the instrument and RoHS mark for China (the restriction of the use of instrument box label certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment) Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
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Type plate on the back of the instrument and Global Trade Item Number instrument box label Instrument box label Fragile, handle with care Front cover of this user manual and instrument box Authorized representative in the European Community label Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
All of the operating controls for the HCS Microplate Heater 1 are located on the top front. The following figures show the major components of the instrument. Heater cover Heater control panel Heater cover handle Power inlet RTD Port Fuse drawer Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
A microprocessor-based controller simultaneously turns each of the plate heaters on and off, proportionally, to maintain the desired temperature set-point. The parameters of the temperature controller are optimized for this specific application. The HCS Microplate Heater 1 has an upper temperature limit of 120°C. Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
RTD probe plugged into the back of the unit, place the thermometer portion in the thermometer well of the heat block. The probe indicator light will be illuminated. The RTD probe will now control the heat block temperature and not the internal RTD on the heat plate. Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
1 Aluminum heat block If any of these items are missing, please contact your local QIAGEN representative or QIAGEN Technical Services immediately. Save the original packaging until the unit has been operated successfully. Note: For Technical Data, see page 21.
Note: The longer the temperature adjustment buttons ( or ) are pressed, the faster the set-point display will change. 2. Once the desired set-point is shown on the temperature display, the set-point has been changed. Three audible beeps will indicate the set-point has been reached. Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
Temperature calibration QIAGEN recommends that users verify the temperature of the HCS Microplate Heater 1 every 6 months. Use only the T-type thermocouple included with the HCS Microplate Heater 1 when performing temperature calibration. The T- type thermocouple is most accurate within the temperature range utilized by the HCS Microplate Heater 1.
4. Press the temperature up/down arrows until the display matches the temperature probe/thermometer. 5. Press power/standby button to exit calibration mode and return to normal heating. 6. Repeat the temperature calibration. Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
Maintenance If you have a problem with maintenance of the HCS Microplate Heater 1, contact QIAGEN Technical Services. QIAGEN charges for repairs that are required due to incorrect maintenance. Monthly cleaning and decontamination WARNING/ Risk of personal injury and material damage...
QIAGEN Technical Services may request a certificate is included with the instrument to verify the decontamination. Failure to do this may result in the refusal to repair the unit. Contact QIAGEN Technical Services for a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) number. Mark this number on the outside of the shipping box.
Errors will cause heating function to cease. Timing functions will be unaffected. E1: Faulty temperature sensor This error cannot be fixed by the end user. Contact QIAGEN Technical Services for assistance. E2: Internal RTD failure or This error cannot be fixed by the end user. Contact QIAGEN Technical Services for assistance.
5 A (250 V) fast-acting UL-listed fuse Air temperature 18–33°C Relative humidity 20–80% (non-condensing) Place of operation For indoor use only Pollution level Altitude Up to 2000 m (6562 ft) Temperature range Ambient 5−120°C Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
Transport conditions Condition Parameter Air temperature –20°C to 65°C in manufacturer’s package Relative humidity 20–80% (non-condensing) Storage conditions Condition Parameter Air temperature –20°C to 65°C Relative humidity 20–80% (non-condensing) Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
QIAGEN provides recycling upon request at additional cost. To recycle electronic equipment, you should contact your local QIAGEN sales office for the required return form. After you submit the form, QIAGEN will contact you either to request follow- up information for scheduling the collection of your electronic waste or to provide you with an individual quote.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/T.V. technician for help. QIAGEN is not responsible for any radio television interference caused by unauthorized modifications of this equipment or the substitution or attachment of connection cables and equipment other than those specified by QIAGEN. The correction of interference caused by such unauthorized modification, substitution or attachment will be the responsibility of the user.
Document Revision History Revision Description R1, April 2023 Initial release for IVDR compliance Hybrid Capture System Microplate Heater 1 User Manual 04/2023...
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