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Thermo Scientific™ Capit-All™ Flex

Automated Decapper

User Manual

4120-FLEX • Revision A • October 2024

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Page 1 Thermo Scientific™ Capit-All™ Flex Automated Decapper User Manual 4120-FLEX • Revision A • October 2024...
Page 2 Copyright Copyright © 2024 Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction of the accompanying user documentation in whole or in part is prohibited. Trademarks Capit-All™ Flex, Matrix™ and Nunc™ are registered trademarks of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. and its subsidiaries.
Page 3 Contents Preface................1 About This Manual ............ 1 Intended Use............. 1 How to Use the User Manual ........1 Contacting Us ............1 Safety Standards ............2 Signal Words and Symbols........2 Safety Symbols and Markings on the Instrument.............. 2 Package Contents.............
Page 4 Instrument Operation..........15 Instrument Initialization ........... 15 Opening and Closing of the Door ......16 LED Light Definitions..........16 Cycle Counter ............17 Settings Menu ............19 Unload Cassette ..........19 Clean Drip Tray ............ 21 Enable / Disable Drip Tray ........22 LED ..............
Page 5 Appendix 1 - Cassettes ..........43 Appendix 2 - List of Tubes ......... 45 Appendix 3 - Serial Commands........47 Command Structure ..........48 Appendix 4 - Certifications ......... 49 Europe..............49 WEEE Compliance ..........49 Canadian ISED IC Compliance ....... 49 USA FCC Statement ..........
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Page 7 Intended Use The Capit-All Flex is intended for general laboratory use by a trained professional. The product is designed to open and close screw caps from tubes in an SBS (Society for Biomolecular Screening) footprint rack. Screw caps are referred to as caps in this manual.
Page 8 Safety Standards Capit-All Flex is CE compliant and certified to NRTL (US and Canada standards). Signal Words and Symbols IMPORTANT NOTE: The equipment has several safety labels intended to protect the operator from injury. Always pay attention to these labels.
Page 9 Capit-All Flex instrument. Before using this equipment, ensure that you are properly trained in the correct and safe operation of the Capit-All Flex. Read the safety instructions in the instructions manual carefully to avoid any danger of accidents while operating the instrument.
Page 10 • The Capit-All Flex must always be kept clean. Refer to Cleaning & Maintenance section in this manual. • Thermo Fisher Scientific will not be liable for any loss or damage resulting from the use of the Capit-All Flex. • Use only the power cable and power adapter supplied with the unit. Please refer to General Specifications in this manual.
Page 11 Introduction The Capit-All Flex Automated Decapper maintains sample integrity with a hands-free method of capping and decapping tubes quickly and easily. It is designed for either benchtop/local or integrated use and is compatible with 48 and 96 format Thermo Scientific™ Matrix™ and Thermo Scientific™ Nunc™ Screw Cap tubes, providing the flexibility for any application.
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Page 13 5. Remove the Capit-All Flex from the packing material with the help of two people. 6. Hold the handles on the back and front of the unit, and lift the Capit-All Flex carefully out of the inner foam support. 7. Place the unit on to a level surface (e.g., lab bench) that can hold a weight of at least 25 kg (55 lbs).
Page 14 Figure 1. Front View Unpacking & Packing Instructions Capit-All™ Flex Automated Decapper...
Page 15 Figure 2. Rear View Capit-All™ Flex Automated Decapper Unpacking & Packing Instructions |...
Page 16 6. Place the unit in its original protective shipping box for transit. WARNING: The weight of the Capit-All Flex is approximately 22 kg (48.5 lbs). Ensure that it is handled safely by at least two people and that the appropriate lifting methods are used.
Page 17 Functional Description The Capit-All Flex contains no user serviceable parts, and the following diagrams summarize the major elements of the instrument. Figure 4. Front View Capit-All™ Flex Automated Decapper Functional Description |...
Page 18 Ext. powersupply inlet RS-485 Communication On / Off switch Serial communication USB port for service Figure 5. Rear View Connections Note: For more information on Regulatory symbols, refer to Appendix 4 - Certifications. 12 | Functional Description Capit-All™ Flex Automated Decapper...
Page 19 This section details the procedures to be carried out after the instrument is received. Positioning Ensure the Capit-All Flex is positioned in a well-ventilated area with enough space surrounding the unit to make the area comfortable to work. Place the unit on an even surface suitable to carry the weight of the unit.
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Page 21 9. The Capit-All Flex comes with a preinstalled Matrix / Nunc cassette. After the unit is powered on, the main Decap screen will appear. The instrument is now ready for use. 10. If the Capit-All Flex starts up without a cassette, the initial sequence will be followed by the option to load a cassette. Figure 6. Home Screen Capit-All™...
Page 22 Opening and Closing of the Door WARNING: The Capit-All Flex features an automatic sliding door on the front of the unit. The door opens and closes automatically during each decapping and recapping cycle. Operation will stop automatically if the door is forced open during the de/re-capping cycle. The manual override function is designed to be used in case a user press the STOP button on the screen while the instrument is in active state.
Page 23 Cycle Counter The Capit-All Flex is equipped with a cycle counter, counting each time a capping cycle is complete. The Cycle Counter, displayed at the bottom of the screen, will display several counts when the unit is first installed. This happens as the capping cycles getting completed during quality control testing.
Page 24 Figure 8. Select Tube Type 18 | Instrument Operation Capit-All™ Flex Automated Decapper...
Page 25 Settings Menu 1. Select the button on top right corner of the screen. 2. A menu appears with different options to select: • Home: if selected, closes the menu. • Settings: if selected, opens settings menu. • Power save: if selected, goes to power saving mode. 3.
Page 26 • Wait until the Unloading Cassette function is complete. Note: In case a user presses stop while Unloading Cassette is in process, the instrument may go to Recovery Menu. Refer to Recovery Menu for further details. • Go to Load Cassette (at the bottom of the screen) section and follow the instructions to load a cassette.
Page 27 • This selection performs cleaning sequence. • Selecting an option is highlighted blue and will be the one in operation. • The Capit-All Flex starts the UNLOAD CASSETTE sequence and moves the drip tray forward. • Remove cassette completely. • Wipe the drip tray with 70% alcohol on a lint free cloth to disinfect and clean the surface.
Page 28 • Selecting an option is highlighted blue and will be the one in operation. Power Save • The Capit-All Flex features a power save mode. The POWER SAVE mode will return the stage to the home position and close the door.
Page 29 • Pressing POWER SAVE turns off the screen and de-energize the motors. • To wake up the screen, tap it and the machine starts initialization. Capit-All™ Flex Automated Decapper Instrument Operation |...
Page 30 For the Matrix / Nunc cassette a cassette ID is not needed. Refer to Appendix 1 - Cassettes for cassette ID information. This will initialize the instrument and automatically perform a LOAD CASSETTE sequence. Once the Capit-All Flex has completed the homing process the screen will change to main decap screen.
Page 31 Refer to Recovery Menu for further details. The load sequence at this point cannot be continued. Once the Capit-All Flex has completed the homing process the screen will change to main decap screen. Capit-All™ Flex Automated Decapper...
Page 32 Note: If you select “Other” it will guide you to unload cassette screen. For Matrix tubes the screen at the left will appear. After selection of tube type, the door of the Capit-All Flex opens. • Place the selected capped rack of tubes or a filled cap carrier onto the stage.
Page 33 For a machine with Other cassette installed this is the main screen for “decap” and “Pickup caps from carrier” function. After installation of cassette, the door of the Capit-All Flex is open. • The cassette ID at the bottom of the screen will indicate the brand of tubes to be used.
Page 34 If a decap error occurs, follow the on-screen instructions to recap to correct error and re-start decapping process. 28 | Instrument Operation Capit-All™ Flex Automated Decapper...
Page 35 • Place the rack of open tubes onto the stage. • Select Recap. • Wait while the Capit-All Flex recaps the tubes. The BLUE LED light blinks indicating the unit is capping the tubes. Note: Pressing stop at this stage activates the manual override functions where the cassette can be unloaded again, Refer to Recovery Menu for further details.
Page 36 • If a wrong rack of tubes is inserted or if nothing is detected, the warning screen will appear. • Pressing Go back will return to the Recap main screen. • If a recap error occurs, the warning screen will appear. •...
Page 37 Storing Caps in Cap Carrier • Place the empty cap carrier onto the stage. • Select Store caps. • Wait while the Capit-All Flex stores the caps. During the process the blue LED is blinking, indicating it is busy. • Once the caps have been placed into the cap carrier the home screen will appear and the blue LED turns solid again.
Page 38 Place the waste bucket onto the stage. • Select Waste caps. • Wait while the Capit-All Flex discards the caps. During the process the blue LED is blinking, indicating it is busy. • Pressing stop at this stage activates the manual override functions where manual steps can be performed, Refer to Recovery Menu for further details.The waste sequence at this...
Page 39 Press DRIP TRAY BACK (if enabled) to move the drip tray back to its home position. e. Press UNLOAD CASSETTE to unload the cassette and then return to the recovery menu. f. Press INITIALIZE to initialize the Capit-All Flex. Capit-All™ Flex Automated Decapper Instrument Operation |...
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Page 41 On a regular basis clean the drip tray following the instructions in Clean Drip Tray section of this manual. WARNING: Before cleaning the Capit-All Flex ensure the power supply to the unit is disconnected. Decontamination should be performed in accordance with normal laboratory procedures. Any decontamination instructions provided with the reagents used should be followed.
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Page 43 357 x 235 x 402 mm (14 x 9.25 x 15.83 in) (L 490 mm (19.3 in) arm extended) Stage distance (extended) 148 mm (376 in) Weights Capit-All Flex 22 kg (48.5 lbs) (without cassette) Cassette 96 0.32 kg (0.71 lbs) External Power supply 1.28 kg (2.83 lbs)
Page 44 Table 2. General Specifications (Continued) Description Values 3 pole AC inlet IEC 320-C14, Class I power unit AC 100-240 VAC, 50/60Hz, 4.5 A Voltage fluctuations +/- 10% Main Power Supply Overvoltage category: Category II CAUTION: USE SUPPLIED IEC 320-C13, 250V, 10A PLUG ONLY. . GROUND MUST ALWAYS BE CONNECTED.
Page 45 Environmental Specifications Thermo Fisher Scientific reserves the right to change any specifications without prior notice as part of our continuous product development program. Refer to General Specifications for more information on the instrument. The machine must be operated indoors and under the following environmental specifications only:. Table 3.
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Page 47 FAQs Q 1. Am I able to Decap partial racks? A. Yes, partial racks can be inserted for decapping or capping functionality. Q 2. What kind of container is acceptable for Waste caps? A. Containers with a SBS footprint and a height less than the tubes being used, i.e., the lid from a rack of tubes. Q 3.
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Page 49 Appendix 1 - Cassettes Table 4. Cassettes and Description Cassette ID for Cassettes Description Catalog No. Software Matrix 96 Int.: 80 Nunc 96 Int.: 90 Matrix Nunc cassette for Matrix tubes in 96 format and Matrix / Nunc 4130-MAT-NUN Nunc tubes in 96 and 48 format Nunc 48 Int.: 91 Nunc 48 Ext.: 92 Contact local sales...
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Page 51 Appendix 2 - List of Tubes Table 5. List of Tubes Brands Group Description Rack Formats Tube Volume Matrix cap trays compatible with Matrix 0.2, 0.5, and 1.0 mL Cap holder tubes Matrix 0.2 mL tubes in racks 0.2 ml Matrix Matrix 0.5 mL tubes in racks 0.5 ml...
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Page 53 Appendix 3 - Serial Commands COM Settings 9-pole RS485, NULL Modem cable Parity none Baud rate 9600 Stop Bit Data bit Handshake Command list No.: 0001 Legend: -/= empty string, nothing is sent, received, or changed Table 6. Serial Commands Command Command Completion...
Page 54 Note 8: A query returns a list of: Firmware version, profile ID, tube ID & counter. Command Structure The Capit-All Flex serial command mode is overall structured as a 3-step response. All responses are started and ended with ASCII control characters char2 (Text Start) and char3 (Text End). 1st step is confirming command received with char6 (ACK).
Page 55 WEEE. Canadian ISED IC Compliance Capit-All Flex complies with ICES-003 Issue 7, class B requirements. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. this device may not cause interference, and 2. this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
Page 56 USA FCC Statement This device complies with Part 15 Subpart B of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Page 57 Biological Agents The World Health Organization's (WHO) Laboratory Biosafety Manual describes decontamination procedures that are widely used for item decontamination. Customer is required to refer to the current version of this Manual (available at http://www.who.int/csr/resources/publications/biosafety) and administer the appropriate decontamination procedures. However, the Customer must assess the suitability of these methods for the biological agents concerned and adherence to any warnings in the item user manuals.
Page 58 Korean KC Declaration CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 COMPLIANCE STATEMENT This certificate is to inform concerned parties that items produced by Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc. do not contain chemicals which are listed on California's safe Drinking Water & Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986. This Act, commonly known as Proposition 65 (Prop 65), establishes a list of chemicals which the state of California's risk assessment process has determined to present a risk of cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Page 59 China RoHS Declaration Table 7. Hazardous Substances Information Hazardous Substances 有害物质 Component Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated Name Lead Mercury Cadmium Chromium biphenyls diphenyl ethers 部件名称铅汞镉六价铬多溴联苯多溴二苯醚 (Pb) (Hg) (Cd) (Cr (VI)) (PBB) (PBDE) Metal parts Plastic parts Cable assemblies Electronic circuit modules PCA’s...
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Page 61 Warranty Standard Warranty ThermoFisher warrants that the Products will operate or perform substantially in conformance with ThermoFisher's published specifications and be free from defects in material and workmanship, when subjected to normal, proper and intended usage by properly trained personnel, for the period of time set forth in the product documentation, published specifications or package inserts.
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Page 63 IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE: Thermo Fisher Scientific products are backed by a global technical support team ready to support your applications. Visit www.thermofisher.com/ or call: Countries Services/Support Services/Support North America info.lh@thermofisher.com Ph: 800-955-6288 Austria techsupport.labproducts.eu@thermo.com Ph: +040 1 801 40 0 Belgium techsupport.labproducts.eu@thermo.com Ph: +32 53 70 4241...
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