Heidolph Hei-PLATE Mix'n'Heat Expert Manual
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About this document ...................................................................................... 68
Typographic conventions ..............................................................................................68
Copyright protection ....................................................................................................68
Directives applied, product certification ............................................................. 69
California Residents ....................................................................................... 69
Copyright notice ............................................................................................ 69
Residual risk ................................................................................................. 69
Intended use ................................................................................................. 69
Compliant use ............................................................................................... 70
Reasonably foreseeable misuse ....................................................................... 70
Transportation ............................................................................................... 70
Storage ........................................................................................................ 70
Acclimatization ............................................................................................. 70
Permissible ambient conditions ....................................................................... 70
Processing liquids at extreme cold temperatures ................................................ 70
General safety instructions ............................................................................... 71
Electrical safety .............................................................................................. 71
Data security ................................................................................................. 71
Operational safety ......................................................................................... 72
Occupational safety ....................................................................................... 72
Personal protective equipment (PPE) ................................................................ 73
Environmental protection ................................................................................ 73
Biohazard ..................................................................................................... 73
Other regulations ........................................................................................... 73
Mechanical design ......................................................................................... 74
Hei-PLATE Mix'n'Heat Expert ...................................................................................... 74
Hei-PLATE Mix'n'Heat Expert ...................................................................................... 74
Device connections, interfaces ........................................................................ 75
Hei-PLATE Mix'n'Heat Expert ...................................................................................... 75
Hei-PLATE Mix'n'Heat Expert ...................................................................................... 76
Displays and symbols..................................................................................... 77
General symbols ........................................................................................................ 77
Dependent symbols .................................................................................................... 78

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Contents Introduction About this document ..................68 Typographic conventions ....................68 Copyright protection ....................68 Safety instructions in the official languages of the European Union ........68 General information Directives applied, product certification ............. 69 California Residents ..................69 Copyright notice .................... 69 Residual risk ....................
  • Page 2 Menu structure .....................80 Hei-PLATE Mix‘n‘Heat Expert ..................80 Hei-PLATE Mix‘n‘Heat Expert ..................81 Menu navigation ................... 82 Push-and-rotary controls ................82 Lock function ......................82 Commissioning Set up the device ................... 83 Optional protection from splashing and dripping water ........83 Power supply ....................84 Basic and safety settings ................
  • Page 3 Operation with external temperature sensor ............96 Heating modes ......................97 Sensor calibration ....................... 97 Operation with double sensor ..................97 Data logging ....................99 File handling ......................99 Remote mode ....................100 Device activation at the PC ..................100 Device activation via server-based software ..............100 Operation with lab jack ...................101 Setup, Positioning .....................102 Magnetic stirrer –...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    No transfer to third parties, reproduction in any form, including excerpts, and by any means, as well as utilization and/or disclosure of the contents is permitted without the prior written consent of Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co. KG. Any violation is subject to compensation for damage.
  • Page 5: General Information

    Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co. KG, Walpersdorfer Straße 12, 91126 Schwabach/Germany. Any open source software components in this software are excluded from our copyright. Further information is available in the service area on our website www.heidolph-instruments. com. Violations of copyright (e.g. unauthorized use or modification of the software) may result in civil claims (e.g.
  • Page 6: Compliant Use

    General notes Compliant use The user is generally responsible for evaluating the conformity of his application and, if neces- sary, for taking additional measures. Reasonably foreseeable misuse Additional measures may be necessary for use under conditions or for purposes deviating from the intended use, and/or specific guidelines and safety regulations must be observed.
  • Page 7: Safety

    ➜ Have repairs and/or maintenance work on the device carried out exclusively by an autho- rized electrician or by the technical service department of Heidolph Instruments. ➜ Always disconnect the device from the power supply system before carrying out any maintenance, cleaning or repair work.
  • Page 8: Operational Safety

    Safety Operational safety ➜ Operate the device under a closed ventilated fume hood when working with potentially hazardous substances (see EN 14175 and DIN 12924). ➜ Do not cover the heating plate during operation: this has a negative effect on the housing cooling function (air gap), the thermal conductivity of the heating plate and possibly the life of the device.
  • Page 9: Personal Protective Equipment (Ppe)

    Noncompliance will invalidate any warranty claims against Heidolph Instruments. The operator is solely liable for all damage resulting from unauthorized...
  • Page 10: Device Description

    Device description Device description Mechanical design Hei-PLATE Mix‘n‘Heat Expert Heating plate Rotation speed indicator Standby button Push-and-rotary controls [Rotation] Temperature display Back button Timer button Push-and-rotary controls Menu button [Temperature] Hei-PLATE Mix‘n‘Heat Expert Heating plate Rotation speed indicator Standby button Push-and-rotary controls Control buttons [Rotation]...
  • Page 11: Device Connections, Interfaces

    Device description Device connections, interfaces Hei-PLATE Mix‘n‘Heat Expert Legend Protective cover, closed Appliance inlet USB B interface for activating the device in remote operation. See section „Remote mode“ on page 100 for detailed information. Connection socket for temperature sensor type Pt1000 (bayonet mount). See section „Operation with external temperature sensor“...
  • Page 12: Hei-Plate Mix'n'heat Expert

    Device description Hei-PLATE Mix‘n‘Heat Expert Legend Protective cover, closed Appliance inlet RS-232 interface (Sub-D, 9-pin) for activating the device in remote mode. See section „Remote mode“ on page 100 for detailed information. RJ-45 interface for activating the device in remote operation. See section „Device activation via server-based software“...
  • Page 13: Displays And Symbols

    Device description Displays and symbols The temperature values (set/actual) and diverse symbols for indicating the operating states are shown on the left side of the device display. The speed values (set/actual) and diverse symbols for indicating the operating states and the set system time are shown on the right side of the device display.
  • Page 14: Dependent Symbols

    Device description Dependent symbols Interfaces USB B interface assigned: [Safe] interface mode only. LAN interface assigned: [Safe] interface mode only. RS-232 interface assigned: [Safe] interface mode only. [Expert] interface mode active: this symbol replaces all the above-named interface symbols as soon as the [Expert] interface mode is activated via Settings menu.
  • Page 15 Device description Temperature control [Temperature control active] symbol: if heating function is switched on (LED ring of the [Heating] push-and-rotary control is lit), this symbol is always shown if the device readjusts the temperature. The symbol is shown for the duration of a control pulse for reaching the set setpoint temperature and goes out until the following control pulse.
  • Page 16: Menu Structure

    Device description Menu structure The following sections provide an overview of the menu structure of the described device variants. Hei-PLATE Mix‘n‘Heat Expert...
  • Page 17: Hei-Plate Mix'n'heat Expert

    Device description Hei-PLATE Mix‘n‘Heat Expert...
  • Page 18: Menu Navigation

    Device description Menu navigation The various operating and device settings are accessed via the Main menu (see section „Menu structure“ on page 80 for whole menu structure. ➜ Press the menu button to open the main menu. ➜ Turn one of the two push-and-rotary controls to select and mark a menu option. –...
  • Page 19: Commissioning

    15 cm between the magnetic stirrer and other devices and structures is maintained. Optional protection from splashing and dripping water Heidolph Instruments provides suitable silicone covers (option, not included in scope of delivery) as additional protection against heavy soiling or damage caused by very aggressive media: These can be easily fixed on the device, and removed for cleaning and maintenance purposes without tools.
  • Page 20: Power Supply

    Commissioning Power supply The appliance inlet is located under the protective cover on the back of the device: Lift the protective cover for connecting the power supply cable by hand. No tools are required to open the protective cover. As soon as the device is supplied with voltage via the power supply cable, the Standby button LED lights up white.
  • Page 21: Operation General Notes

    Operation Operation General notes CAUTION At high speeds in combination with a large load and/or a tall setup on the heating plate, there is a risk of the device swinging up and falling. • Only increase the speed to the required level gradually under the named conditions, and pay attention to the stability of the setup.
  • Page 22: Switching The Device On/Off

    Operation Switching the device on/off Press the Standby button to switch on the device. When the device is switched on, the LED of the Standby button is lit green. After switching on the device, the temperature values (setpoint/actual) and diverse symbols indicating the operating states are shown on the left device display.
  • Page 23: Button Sounds

    Operation Button sounds Define whether pressing buttons is acknowledged with button sounds: ➜ Open the [Settings] → [Sound] menu. ➜ Choose one of the following options: [on] or [off]. ➜ Confirm the new setting and close the menu. This parameter explicitly only relates to the device’s button sounds. For safety reasons, the signal and warning sounds cannot be switched off.
  • Page 24: Factory Settings

    Operation Factory settings The device can be reset to the factory settings if necessary. To do this, proceed as follows: ➜ Open the [Settings] → [Factory settings] menu. ➜ Select the [Yes] option. ➜ Confirm the selection. – The device is reset without any confirmation prompt! On resetting the device to the factory settings, the recorded logs (operating hours, error messages) as well as the set time and date are retained.
  • Page 25: Automatic Restart

    Operation Practical tip If sensor monitoring is switched on (factory setting), the [External temperature sensor Pt1000] and [Double sensor] symbols are marked by the safety symbol, see Table „Sensor monitoring active display“ on page Regardless of the sensor monitoring status – note the following points: ➜...
  • Page 26: Limiting The Heating Plate Temperature

    Operation Limiting the heating plate temperature The limiting of the device’s heating plate temperature is set to the maximum value of 375 °C by default (max. setpoint temperature 350 °C plus maximum safety temperature ΔT 25 °C). This value can be set to a value between 50 °C – 374 °C in the [Safety] → [T limit] menu. Application example If the heating plate temperature is limited, e.g.
  • Page 27: Heating Mode

    Operation Heating mode WARNING Contact with surfaces above 50 °C can lead to serious injury. • Always pay attention to the heating temperature indicator of the device. • Avoid direct skin contact with the heating plate during operation and also observe the residual heat indicator after switching off! •...
  • Page 28: Rotational Mode

    Operation Rotational mode WARNING When using open vessels, there is a risk that fluid will spray out. • Whenever possible, use closed vessels for processing corrosive, toxic or biohazardous substances and seal them safely. • Especially using open vessels, increase the rotation speed only gradually and observe the fluid movements.
  • Page 29: Magnetic Stir Bar Detector

    Basically: the higher the torque to be transferred, the more safely the magnetic field stir bar detector functions. An overview of all currently available magnetic stirring bars and the respective areas of use can be found on our website www.heidolph-instruments.de → Products → Magnetic stirrers → Accessories.
  • Page 30: Soft Start

    Operation Soft start This function can be used to define the start speed of the rotational movement. Depending on the setting, after switching on the rotation, the speed is gradually increased to the set setpoint speed according to the selected mode [slow], [average] or [fast]: based on [average] mode, starting in [slow] mode is approx.
  • Page 31: Operation With Timer

    Operation Operation with timer The device provides a timer function for precise presetting of a specific stirring time and heating period by the operator. The timers for stirring time and heating duration work inde- pendently of each other! ➜ Press the [Timer] button at the switched on device to switch to the setting mode for the timer function: –...
  • Page 32: Operation With External Temperature Sensor

    Pt1000 with two sensor elements in one sensor tube (optional accessory) is required for faultless and safe operation. For safety reasons, we recommend using the temperature sensors of Heidolph Instruments, since thanks to their specific material properties, they have the required quality for daily laboratory use, for further information see www.heidolph-instruments.com, Product...
  • Page 33: Heating Modes

    Operation Heating modes As soon as a compatible external temperature sensor is connected to the device, in addition to the standard [FAST] heating mode, the additional [PRECISE] and [PRECISE+] heating modes are also available to adjust the process behavior: ➜ Before commissioning the device with an external temperature sensor, make sure that it has been detected correctly (note the display symbol, see section „Dependent symbols“...
  • Page 34 ➜ Position and fix the monitoring sensor in that way that a stable reference measurement can be performed: Heidolph Instruments’ heating bath attachments have e.g. two holes in which the sensor can be put an is fixed securely when used.
  • Page 35: Data Logging

    Operation Data logging The Hei-PLATE Mix‘n‘Heat Ultimate type devices are equipped with a USB A interface at the front. This interface can be used to record the following process data: – Time and date – Recording period – All recorded temperatures (set/actual) –...
  • Page 36: Remote Mode

    The freely available Hei-CONTROL software for activating your device via a PC can be downloaded from our homepage: ➜ www.heidolph-instruments.com / Service / Downloads / Software A detailed description of the software and driver installation and all infor- mation on the system requirements can be found in the Hei-CONTROL operating instructions, Ref.
  • Page 37: Operation With Lab Jack

    CAUTION The USB C interface of the magnetic stirrer may only be used for opera- tion with a Heidolph Instruments’ lab jack. The general USB C standard is not supported. Direct or indirect damage caused by connecting devices not authorized by the manufacturer to the device’s USB C interface is the responsibility of the user.
  • Page 38: Setup, Positioning

    Operation Setup, Positioning Thanks to its robust design and the self-locking scissor mechanism, the lab jack supplied by Heidolph Instruments offers the best stability and work safety. Follow the safety instructions below: ➜ To use the lab jack, place it on a clean, dry, stable, even and horizontal surface.
  • Page 39: Limiting The Travel Distance

    Operation This warning message can be acknowledged at any time, and this has no negative effects on the ongoing processes of the magnetic stirrer. Limiting the travel distance The travel distance of the lab jack can be limited mechanically with the help of suitable and adjustable clamping levers (optional accessory, see section „Accessories“...
  • Page 40: Lab Jack Operation

    Operation The lab jack can now not be moved beyond this vertical stop point. Check both thumbscrews for tight fit before commissioning and regularly during operation. Lab jack operation CAUTION • Never reach into the lab jack mechanism after it is connected to the magnetic stirrer.
  • Page 41: Lowering The Lab Jack Automatically

    Operation General notes No lab jack connected If no lab jack is detected, the information appears on opening the menu. In this case, check the cable connection between the magnetic stirrer and lab jack. If the lab jack has been detected, the [Lab jack connected] symbol appears in the header of the Timer expired display.
  • Page 42: Signaling

    Operation When lowering in automatic mode, the lab jack is positioned with an accuracy of ±5. Signaling When moving the lab jack, the following visual and/or acoustic messages are generated: ➜ When moving the lab jack in automatic mode, a warning symbol [Risk of crushing] is shown on the display of the magnetic stirrer for the whole moving duration.
  • Page 43: Profiles

    Operation Profiles The Hei-PLATE Mix'n'Heat Ultimate type devices provide the option of storing multiple consecutive process steps as a profile in the system memory. From the [Main menu], open the [Profiles] menu to create or edit user-defined profiles. Create a new profile ➜...
  • Page 44 Operation Available buttons Delete button: Delete profile or favorite Save profile Load favorites Start profile (changes to stop profile during operation) Activate/deactivate continuous loop operation On saving a profile, the following input screen appears by default: ➜ Assign a unique name to each profile (it can be be adjusted at any time). –...
  • Page 45: Graph Function

    Operation Load favorite ➜ Select the [Favorites] option to open the list of stored profiles. – Use one of the two push-and-rotary controls to mark the required entry. – Press one of the two push-and-rotary controls to activate the marked profile. –...
  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    Power interruption, no display. Restart the device after the power is restored. Plausibility check sensor/motor (lab jack): Disconnect the lab jack, contact Heidolph’s technical service/sales partner. Lab jack motor short-circuit phase-phase: Disconnect the lab jack, contact Heidolph’s technical service/sales partner.
  • Page 47 Lab jack power supply error, USB C interface error: Disconnect the lab jack, contact Heidolph’s technical service/sales partner Lab jack position sensor error: Disconnect the lab jack, contact Heidolph’s technical service/sales partner Lab jack communication error: Timeout during the signal transmission, disconnect the lab jack, contact Heidolph’s technical service/sales...
  • Page 48 Code Description, remedy Internal sensor break: contact Heidolph’s technical service/sales partner Internal sensor break or short-circuit (hardware), temperature limit value / heating plate temperature limitation / printed board temperature exceeded: Allow the device to cool, restart, adjust the temperature limit value Internal sensor difference > 15 °C, impermissible internal sensor...
  • Page 49 Troubleshooting Code Description, remedy Motor is defective: contact Heidolph’s technical service/sales partner External sensor break: Replace the temperature sensor External sensor difference  > 15 °C, impermissible external sensor measured value difference: contact Heidolph’s technical service/sales partner External temperature sensor plugged in or disconnected with switched on...
  • Page 50 Appendix Appendix Technical specifications General device data Hei-PLATE Mix‘n‘Heat Expert Ultimate Dimensions (W × H × D) 168 × 101 × 299 mm Usable surface heating plate ∅ 135 / 145 mm ∅ 145 mm Weight approx. 3 kg Maximum permissible load 25 kg Drive EC motor, counterclockwise/clockwise rotating Speed range 100 – 1,400 rpm, setting accuracy 1 rpm 800 W at 230 V (EU) Heating power 600 W at 115 V (US) Heating temperature range...
  • Page 51 Appendix Lab jack e-Lift Load capacity max. 10 kg Protection class (EN 60529) Mechanic IP02, electronics IP42 Power supply Via magnetic stirrer/USB-C cable Footprint (w × d) 185 × 390 mm, incl. handwheel Usable area (w × d) 185 × 350 mm Height min. 95 mm, max. 275 mm Weight 6 kg List of the factory settings Parameters Factory setting Adjustment range...
  • Page 52 Appendix RS-232/USB B interface commands Query actual value Command Response Description IN_PV_1\r\n IN_PV_1 X\r\n X = actual value, sample temperature sensor (°C) IN_PV_2\r\n IN_PV_2 X\r\n X = actual value, sample safety temperature (°C) IN_PV_3\r\n IN_PV_3 X\r\n X = actual heating plate temperature value (°C) IN_PV_4\r\n IN_PV_4 X\r\n X = actual heating plate safety temperature value (°C)
  • Page 53 Appendix Query motor direction of rotation IN_MODE_5\r\n IN_MODE_5 Y\r\n • 0: CCW • 1: CW Query motor acceleration level • 0: slow IN_MODE_6\r\n IN_MODE_6 Y\r\n • 1: medium • 2: fast Query ext. sensor monitoring IN_MODE_7\r\n IN_MODE_7 Y\r\n • 1: on •...
  • Page 54 Appendix Query compact device info Command Response Description All set points: Z = All X values from IN_SP_1 to IN_ IN_SP_ALL\r\n IN_SP_ALL Z\r\n SP_7, separated by semicolon All actual values: Z = All X values from IN_PV_1 to IN_PV_ALL\r\n IN_PV_ALL Z\r\n IN_PV_11, separated by semicolon All modes: Z = All Y-values from IN_MODE_1 to  8, IN_ MODE _ALL...
  • Page 55 Appendix Device control Command Response Description START_1\r\n START_1\r\n Start heating START_2\r\n START_2\r\n Start rotation STOP_1\r\n STOP_1\r\n Switch off heating STOP_2\r\n STOP_2\r\n Switch off rotation RESET\r\n RESET\r\n Reset all PA_NEW\r\n PA_NEW\r\n Switch over to enhanced interface protocol PA_OLD\r\n PA_OLD\r\n Switch over to old interface protocol CC_ON\r\n CC_ON\r\n Connection test on...
  • Page 56 Appendix Temperature sensor connection socket pin assignment Position of the connection socket on the housing, see section „Device connections, interfaces“ on page 75 if necessary. Connector type for connection to the magnetic stirrer: 4 pin round connector, e.g. Binder series 678, article number: 99-0609-00-04.
  • Page 57 Warranty registration 01-006-002-78 Accessories Detailed information on the available accessories for your device variant can be found on our website at www.heidolph-instruments.com. In case of need, contact an authorized dealer or our technical service, see „Contact information“ on page 123.
  • Page 58 Appendix Device service WARNING Live components are installed inside the device. When opening the device, there is a risk of touching live components. • Disconnect the device from the power supply before carrying out any cleaning, maintenance or repair work. •...
  • Page 59 • Properly remove and dispose of residues of substances that are hazardous to health, the environment and are biohazardous! Warranty statement Heidolph Instruments GmbH & Co. KG provides a three-year warranty against material and manufacturing defects. Glass and wear parts, transportation damage, and damage resulting from improper handling or non-intended use of the product are excluded from the warranty.

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