Cole-Parmer LabGEN 700 Instruction Manual

GENERAL LABORATORY HOMOGENIZER

OWNER’S MANUAL

Cole-Parmer Instrument Company

625 East Bunker Court
Vernon Hills, IL 60061 USA

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WARRANTY INFORMATION

This manual is a guide for the use of the LabGEN 700 General Laboratory
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 are used for
purposes over and above the capabilities specified herein, confirmation of the
validity and suitability should be obtained, otherwise Cole-Parmer does not
guarantee results and assumes no obligation or liability. This publication is not
a license to operate under, or a recommendation to infringe upon, any
process patents.

Notes, cautions, and warnings within the text of this manual are used to
emphasize important and critical instructions.

This Cole-Parmer product is warranted to be free from defects in
material and workmanship for a period of ONE YEAR from the date of
delivery. Cole-Parmer will repair or replace and return free of charge any part
which is returned to its factory within said period, transportation prepaid by
user, and which is found upon inspection to have been defective in materials
or workmanship. For the first 90 days, both parts and service are without
charge. For the balance of the period, parts will be provided but
service will be charged at established labor rates. This warranty does not
include normal wear from use; it does not apply to any instrument or parts
which have been altered by anyone other than an employee of Cole-Parmer
nor to any instrument which has been damaged through accident, negligence,
failure to follow operating instructions, the use of electric currents or circuits
other than those specified on the plate affixed to the instrument, misuse, or
abuse. Cole-Parmer reserves the right to change, alter, modify, or
improve any of its instruments without any obligation whatever to make
corresponding changes to any instrument previously sold or shipped.

THE FORGOING OBLIGATION IS IN LIEU OF ALL OBLIGATIONS AND
LIABILITIES INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE AND ALL WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR OTHERWISE, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED IN FACT
OR BY LAW, AND STATE OUR ENTIRE AND EXCLUSIVE LIABILITY AND
BUYERS EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR ANY CLAIM OF DAMAGES IN
CONNECTION WITH THE SALE OR FURNISHING OF GOODS OR
PARTS, THEIR DESIGN, SUITABILITY FOR USE, INSTALLATION, OR
OPERATION. COLE-PARMER WILL IN NO EVENT BE LIABLE FOR ANY
SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHATSOEVER, AND THEIR
LIABILITY UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL EXCEED THE CON­TRACT PRICE FOR THE GOODS FOR WHICH LIABILITY IS
CLAIMED.

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

-READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

-SAVE THIS OWNER’S MANUAL.
The LabGEN 700 has been engineered for economical

functionality as well as safety; however, basic safety
precautions and common sense must always be demonstrated

when using any electrical product. Do not attempt to modify

any part of the LabGEN 700. If you experience problems with
or have questions about your LabGEN 700, contact your

authorized dealer or call Cole-Parmer at 1-800-323-4340

or 1-847-549-7600.

DANGER

-DO NOT allow the machine to be submerged in any liquid.

-DO NOT use in any setting other than an indoor laboratory.

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-DO NOT plug power cord into an incorrect outlet.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of burns, electrocution, fire, or injury:

-Use this product only for its intended purpose as described in

this booklet. Do not use attachments not recommended by
the manufacturer.

-DO NOT operate the product if it is damaged in any way.

-Keep this product away from heated surfaces.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Warranty Information…………………………………... 2

Section 1. LabGEN 700 General Lab Homogenizer

1.1 Specifications…………………………………………….

1.2 Parts and Accessories…………………………………...

1.3 Variable Speed Operation………………………………

1.4 Stand-Mounting the LabGEN 700……………………….

Section 2. Motor Unit Maintenance

2.1 Motor Drive Unit………………………………………..

2.2 Brush Maintenance……………………………………...

2.3 Motor Bearings………………………………………….

2.4 Storage…………………………………………………..

2.5 Wiring Diagrams………………………………………...

2.7 Explosion Drawing………………………………………

Section 3. Rotor-Stator Generator Probes

3.1 Installing Rotor-Stator Generator Probes……………...

3.2 Theory of Operation……………………………………

3.3 Operation……………………………………………….

Section 4. Troubleshooting…………………………….. 14

Section 5. Service

5.1 Assistance………………………………………………..

5.2 Decontamination………………………………………...

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SECTION 1. OMNI LabGEN 700 GENERAL LAB HOMOGENIZER

The LabGEN 700 General Laboratory Homogenizer is a variable speed, handheld or
post-mounted homogenizer. It combines 700 watt, 28,000rpm motor with a choice of
autoclavable, rotor-stator generator probes of various diameters.

1.1 SPECIFICATIONS

Motor Speed: 5,000-28,000rpm
W/ external speed control: 0-28,000rpm
Capacity: 0.03mL-10L
Height (motor only): 22cm (8.5in)
Weight (motor only): 1.6kg (56oz)
Electrical Requirements: 115V, 60Hz or 220V, 50Hz
Standards Approval/Compliance:
220V: CE Certified

1.2 PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

Prior to operation, please remove all parts from the shipping container and
inspect for damaged or missing parts. If any parts are found to be damaged or missing,
please contact Cole-Parmer at 1-800-323-4340.

The LabGEN 700 consists of the following:

Also available, but not sup­plied with the instrument:

*The stand assembly includes a base plate, 24” post, cross rod, and post clamp.

Description Part Number Quantity

Motor Drive Unit 1

(115V) GLH-01

(220V) GLH-02

Thumbscrew Assembly GLH11547 1

Tool Kit T1001 1

Instruction Manual H258-GLH 1

Description Part Number

Stand Assembly* 04727-88