Electrothermal OS1025, OS6050, OS6100, OS6250 Instruction Manual

OMNI REACTION STATION MKII

INSTRUCTION BOOK

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Please take your time to read this instruction book in order to understand the safe and correct
use of your new Bibby Scientific product.

It is recommended the Responsible Body for use of this equipment reads this instruction book
and ensures the user(s) are suitably trained in its operation.

Contents

1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................. 3

2. SYMBOLS AND USING THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK .................................................................... 4

3. SAFETY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................. 5

4. UNPACKING AND CONTENTS ...................................................................................................... 8

5. INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................. 13

6. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ............................................................................................... 14

7. PRODUCT OPERATION ............................................................................................................... 14

8. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION ...................................................................................................... 32

9. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................. 35

10. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................... 37

11. CUSTOMER SUPPORT ........................................................................................................... 38

APPENDIX ‘A’ STEM Protocol Commands .......................................................................................... 39

12. EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................................................................... 41

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Scientific Limited on the express understanding that it is to be used solely for the purpose for which it is supplied. It may not be
copied, used or disclosed to others in whole or part for any purpose except as authorised in writing by Bibby Scientific Limited.
Bibby Scientific Limited reserves the right to alter, change or modify this document without prior notification.

In the interest of continued development Bibby Scientific Limited reserve the right to alter or modify the design and /or assembly
process of their products without prior notification.

This product is manufactured in Great Britain by Electrothermal, part of the Bibby Scientific Group of companies.

Bibby Scientific Limited.
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Stone,
Staffordshire ST15 0SA,
UK

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. Your Bibby Scientific Omni Reaction Station has been designed to provide a comprehensive

answer to heating/cooling and stirring fluids in various vessel formats. This product is modular
in design allowing for complete interchange ability between dry blocks of various capacities.
With its ‘easy to read/easy to operate’ revolutionary CTC (Capacitance Touch Control) panel,
setting the required temperature and stir speed takes only seconds.

1.2. Heating is controlled by a modern ‘state of the art’ microprocessor, which displays the heat
setting as a percentage of the total power. When the temperature probe is fitted, the heating
is controlled via the temperature feedback circuit and the actual temperature is displayed. All
new dry blocks come with an in-built temperature sensor. This allows the true block
temperature to be viewed at all times. When using a probe and dry block with in-built sensor,
the temperature displayed is that as measured by the probe.

1.3. An ‘all new’ digital controller and motor arrangement allow for accurate, low speed stirring
control. Uniform stirring is provided via a motorised rotating magnet assembly positioned to
provide maximum magnetic flux linkage to rotate the stirrer bars in each reaction vessel.

1.4. Cooling ability is provided by means of a cooling plug*. The cooling plug is inserted into the
core of the dry block. Chilled water or other liquid heat transfer medium is circulated through
the cooling plug to provide an effective heat transfer. A dry block can be cooled from ambient
to a defined lower temperature by use of a cooling plug, depending on the temperature of the
re-circulated cooling fluid. A previously heated block may be cooled down rapidly using the
cooling plug in order to reduce cycle times.

1.5. Sample losses from condensation can be prevented by using the reflux unit. The facility to
purge your samples using an external gas supply is facilitated within your reflux unit. A
common gas input together with multiple outputs allow for each reaction position to be
individually purged.

*Optional accessory

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2. SYMBOLS AND USING THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK

Caution, risk of danger. See note or adjacent symbol.

Protective conductor terminal to be earthed.
Do not loosen or disconnect.

Caution / risk of electric shock.

Recyclable Packing Material.

Do not dispose of product in normal domestic waste.

Caution. Hot surface.

Refer to instruction book.
Stirring Facility On / Off.

Heating Facility On / Off.

Bio Chemical Hazard. Caution required. Will require decontamination.

2.1 Throughout this instruction book the following symbols are shown to identify conditions which
pose a hazard to the user, or to identify actions that should be observed. These symbols are
also shown on the product, or its packaging. When a symbol is shown next to a paragraph or
statement it is recommended the user takes particular note of that instruction in order to
prevent damage to the equipment or to prevent injury to one’s self or other people.

To prevent injury or equipment damage it is the manufacturer’s recommendation that

all persons using this equipment are suitably trained before use.

2.2 Symbols Defined

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3. SAFETY INFORMATION

To prevent a risk of fire or electric shock, DO NOT open your product’s
case without authorisation. Only qualified service personnel should
attempt to repair this product.

Replace fuses only with the type as listed in Section 8.1 Specifications
(See fuse type and rating).

Ensure the mains power supply conforms to the rating found on the
data plate located on the back of the base controller of this Omni
Reaction Station.

Never operate this equipment without connection to earth/ground.
Ensure the mains supply voltage is correctly earthed/grounded in
accordance with current regional legislation.

Always follow good laboratory practice when using this equipment.

Give due recognition to your company’s safety and legislative health

and safety procedures and all associated legislation applicable to your
areas of operation. Check laboratory procedures for the substances
being heated and ensure all hazards (e.g. explosion, implosion or the
release of toxic or flammable gases) that might arise have been
suitably addressed before proceeding. When heating certain
substances the liberation of hazardous gases may require the use of a
fume cupboard or other means of extraction.

Ensure the equipment is used on a clean, dry, non-combustible, solid
work surface with at least 300mm suitable clearance all around from
other equipment.

Do not position the product so that it is difficult to disconnect from the
mains supply.

Do not touch the heating element, dry block, cooling plug, reflux unit,
hoses or any glass vessel whilst in use.

Do not leave a disconnected cooling plug in a dry block whilst heating.
Pressure may build up inside the cooling plug from previously used
coolant and may eject hot coolant under pressure.

Do not lean or stretch over equipment, glassware and fixings when in
use.

Do not immerse the unit in water or fluids.

Do not spill substances onto the dry block. If spillage does occur,

disconnect the unit from the mains supply and follow instructions as
detailed in Section 9.3 Decontamination.

This product has been designed for safe operation when used as detailed in accordance with the
manufacturer’s operating instructions.

NOTE: Failure to use this equipment in accordance with the manufacturer’s operating instructions
may compromise the basic safety protection afforded by the equipment and may invalidate the
warranty/guarantee. The warranty/guarantee does not cover damage caused by faulty installation or
misuse of the equipment.

3.1 Prevention of Fire and Electric Shock

3.2 General Safe Operating Practice

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Do not cover the dry block cartridge whilst in use.

Do not leave equipment switched on without a charged flask(s).

Do not install or remove the dry block cartridge from the control unit

whilst power is applied to the controller.

Do not thermally insulate the exposed upper section of the vessel(s),
as the insulation used may obstruct the convection cooling airways
around the rim of the cartridge enclosure and cause the dry block to
overheat.

It is not recommended to leave any heating apparatus unattended
during operation.

Only use original equipment manufacturer’s spares and accessories as
listed in Section 10. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES.

This equipment employs the use of rotating magnets. Keep all metal
objects and magnetic data devices (credit cards) away from the stirrer
unit.

The equipment is not spark, flame or explosion proof and has not been
designed for use in hazardous areas in terms of BSEN 60079-14:1997.
Keep flammable, low flash point substances away from the apparatus.

Do not operate or handle any part of this product with wet hands.

Keep the mains cord and moulded IEC plug and lead set away from the
heating surface.

Warning: Glass vessels can explode or implode violently, either
spontaneously from stress failure caused by pressure or vacuum, or
from accidental impact. Carefully check glass vessels for star cracks,
scratches or etching marks before each use. Cracks can increase the
likelihood of breakage or may allow chemicals to leak into the
equipment. Conduct pressure and vacuum operations in glass vessels
behind adequate shielding and use Personnel Protective Equipment
(full face guard, gloves, protective clothing) during handling.

Warning: Standard glassware supplied for the Omni Reaction Station
is not designed for high pressure applications. Maximum operating

pressure of standard glassware with inerting cap fitted is 0.5bar.

ATS10075 24mm diameter glassware: Borosilicate glass, 1.6mm wall

thickness. General glassware is not pressure tested.
Risk assessment is required by the user to ensure adequate safety

precautions/use of, screens, hoods, PPI etc. for processes being
operated with due regard to use of glassware at pressures other than
atmospheric.

Tests undertaken by Electrothermal Engineering on sample new
glassware at ambient temperature, assembled with ATS10377 inerting
cap, (tested under water) indicate it can withstand pressure of 0.5 bar
gauge.

Warning: When the inerting cap is fitted, the septum cap acts as a
pressure relief valve which can open suddenly and blow out (with
some velocity) at pressures approaching 2 bar gauge. (NB: Sampling
probes inserted through Septum cap may restrict this pressure relief
action).

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For high pressure applications, please contact :

[e-mail]

Viton (main seal
and o rings)

Viton is resistant to a wide range of chemicals including oils, aqueous
media and most other fluids. It is recommended to check for specific
chemicals by reference to an internet search engine. Numerous web
sites give data on Viton chemical resistance.

http://www.dupontelastomers.com/Products/Viton/viton.asp

PFTE cap and
valve spindle

PTFE is resistant to a wide range of chemicals, including ozone,
chlorine, acetic acid, ammonia sulphuric acid and hydrochloric acid. The
only chemicals known to affect these coatings are molten alkali metals
and highly reactive fluorinating agents.
It is recommended to check for specific chemicals by reference to an
internet search engine.

http://www2.dupont.com/Teflon_Industrial/en_US/tech_info/prodinf
o_ptfe.html

Silicone cap
septum

Peroxide cross linked HTV silicone rubber, classified in accordance with
ASTM D 1418 as VMQ.
It is recommended to check for specific chemicals by reference to an
internet search engine.

316 Stainless
steel gas nozzle

It is recommended to check for specific chemicals by reference to an
internet search engine.

316 Stainless
steel 2mm
diameter
sampling hole
bung

It is recommended to check for specific chemicals by reference to an
internet search engine.

3.3 Additional Safety Information for the ATS10377 Inerting Cap

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4. UNPACKING AND CONTENTS

Figure 1: OS1025(X1) Kit Contents

Quantity

Item

Part code

1

Quick start guide

M7892

1

User guide

M7886

10

Glass vessels

ATS10075

1 x 10

Boxed reflux caps

ATS10377

2

Mains cord and
moulded IEC plug
and lead set
(EU/UK) OS1025

or

HH179(S)
(UK)
HH180(S)
(EU)

1

Mains cord and
moulded IEC plug
and lead set
(US/Canada)
OS1025X1

CRM6288

1 x 10

Bagged stir bars

AZS4206

1

Dry block (EU/UK)

or

OSD1025

1

Dry block
(US/Canada)

OSD1025X1

1

Omni Station
controller (EU/UK)

or

OSCA/OMCA

1

Omni Station
controller
(US/Canada)

OSCA/OMCAX1

1

Reflux unit

ATS10115

1

Temperature probe

ATS10063

1

Packet of cut tube

SA1409141

Please check the contents of this carton against the diagram for your variation of Omni Reaction
Station kit.

The basic variations between each type of kit consist of the following:
OS1025 = 10 x 25ml vessels

OS6050 = 6 x 50ml vessels
OS6100 = 6 x 100ml vessels
OS6250 = 6 x 250ml vessels

Kit Contents for:

OS1025, European, UK & 230V
OS1025X1, USA and Canada, 115V

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Kit Contents for:

Figure 2: OS6050(X1) Kit Contents

Quantity

Item

Part code

1

Quick start
guide

M7892

1

User guide

M7886

1

Leg installation
sheet

M7761

6

Glassware
tubes

ATS10108

6

Reducer
columns

ATS10096

6

Reflux caps
(fitted to the
reducer
columns)

ATS10141

2

Mains cord and
moulded IEC
plug and lead
set (EU/UK)
OS6050

or

HH179(S)
(UK)
HH180(S)
(EU)

1

Mains cord and
moulded IEC
plug and lead
set
(US/Canada)
OS6050X1

CRM6288

1 x 6

Bagged stir bars

ATS10097

1 x 6

Bagged stir bars

ATS10186

1

Dry block
(EU/UK)

or

OSD656

1

Dry block
(US/Canada)

OSD656X1

1

Omni Station
controller
(EU/UK)

or

OSCA/OMCA

1

Omni Station
controller
(US/Canada)

OSCA/OMCAX1

1

Reflux unit

ATS10116

1

Temperature
probe

ATS10063

1

Packet of cut
tube

SA1409141

6

Reducer
sleeves

ATS10110

OS6050, European, UK & 230V
OS6050X1, USA and Canada, 115V

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Kit Contents for:

Figure 3: OS6100(X1) Kit Contents

Quantity

Item

Part code

1

Quick start guide

M7892

1

User guide

M7886

1

Leg installation
sheet

M7761 6

Glassware tubes

ATS10092

6

Reducer columns

ATS10096

6

Reflux caps
(fitted to the
reducer columns)

ATS10141

2

Mains cord and
moulded IEC plug
and lead set
(EU/UK) OS1025

or

HH179(S)
(UK)
HH180(S)
(EU)

1

Mains cord and
moulded IEC plug
and lead set
(US/Canada)
OS1025X1

CRM6288

1 x 6

Bagged stir bars

ATS10097

1 x 6

Bagged stir bars

ATS10186

1

Dry block (EU/UK)

or

OSD656

1

Dry block
(US/Canada)

OSD656X1

1

Omni Station
controller (EU/UK)

or

OSCA/OMCA

1

Omni Station
controller
(US/Canada)

OSCA/OMCAX1

1

Reflux unit

ATS10116

1

Temperature probe

ATS10063

1

Packet of cut tube

SA1409141

OS6100, European, UK & 230V
OS6100X1, USA and Canada, 115V

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Kit Contents for:

Figure 4: OS6250 Kit Contents

Quantity

Item

Part code

1

Quick start
guide

M7892

1

User guide

M7886

1

Leg
installation
sheet

M7761

6

Glassware
tubes

ATS10094

6

Reducer
columns

ATS10096

6

Reflux caps
(fitted to the
reducer
columns)

ATS10141

2

Mains cord
and moulded
IEC plug and
lead set
(EU/UK)
OS1025

or

HH179(S)
(UK)
HH180(S)
(EU)

1

Mains cord
and moulded
IEC plug and
lead set
(US/Canada)
OS1025X1

CRM6288

1 x 6

Bagged stir
bars

ATS10097

1 x 6

Bagged stir
bars

ATS10186

1

Dry block
(EU/UK)

or

OSD656

1

Dry block
(US/Canada)

OSD656X1

1

Omni Station
controller
(EU/UK)

or

OSCA/OMCA

1

Omni Station
controller
(US/Canada)

OSCA/OMCAX1

1

Reflux unit

ATS10116

1

Temperature
probe

ATS10063

1

Packet of cut
tube

SA1409141

OS6250, European, UK & 230V
OS6250X1, USA and Canada, 115V

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For your future reference please record your product’s Serial and Model numbers:

Controller Serial Number

Controller Model Number

Dry Block Serial Number

Dry Block Model Number

Reflux Unit Serial Number

Reflux Unit Model Number

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5. INSTALLATION

Green / Yellow

or Green

=
Earth / Ground

Blue

or

White

=

Neutral

Brown

or

Black

=

Live / line hot.

5.1 Electrical Safety and Installation

5.1.1. This equipment is designed for safe use under the following conditions:

 Indoor use.
 Altitude up to 2000 meters.
 Temperatures between 5C and 40C.
 Maximum relative humidity 80% for temperatures up to 31C decreasing linearly to 50%

relative humidity at 40C.
 Mains input supply voltage fluctuations up to  10% of the nominal voltage.
 Transient over-voltages typically present on the mains supply. (Overvoltage category II).
 Applicable rated pollution degree 2.

5.1.2 This equipment must be earthed / grounded to a fixed earth / grounded mains socket
outlet. The mains supply is to be earthed / grounded in accordance with current legislation.

Ensure only the correct rated mains input fuses are fitted. (Where applicable ensure the correct mains
cord and moulded IEC plug and lead set cable fuse if fitted). See Section 8 of this document.

5.1.3 Check the input voltage on the product data label of your Omni Reaction Station unit and dry
block. Ensure the rating conforms to your local supply.

5.1.4 It is recommended the Omni Reaction Station be connected to a mains supply source which
incorporated a RCD or GFCI device.

5.1.5 Do not install the Omni Reaction Station controller and dry block on a surface which may
become flooded due to the poor condition of a chilled water supply.

5.1.6 The unit is supplied with a mains cord and moulded plug set cable wired as follows.

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6. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION

6.1. Maximum consideration has been given to environmental issues within the design and

manufacturing process without compromising end product performance and value.

6.2. Packaging materials have been selected such that they may be sorted for recycling.

6.3. At the end of your product and accessories life, it must not be discarded as domestic

waste. Ref: EU Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive
(WEEE). Please contact your distributor / supplier for further information. For end users
outside of the EU consult applicable regulations.

6.4. This product should only be dismantled for recycling by an authorised recycling company.

This product and accessories must be accompanied by a completed

Decontamination Certificate prior to any disposal. Copies of the Certificate are
available from your distributor of Bibby Scientific products.

Bibby Scientific’s Electrothermal branded product range is registered with the Environment Agency under the name of Electrothermal
Engineering Limited as being a producer of WEEE (Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment) through b2b Compliance, an
authorised waste collection compliance scheme.

7. PRODUCT OPERATION

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7.1 Overview

1

Magnetic stir hub

2

Stir activation key

3

Heater activation key

4

LCD display

5

Menu selection keys

6

On / Off power switch

Your Omni Reaction Station has been designed for easy operation. The illustrations show a
detailed front and rear view of your Omni Reaction Station control unit. They also show a
detailed view of the keypad and LCD screen.

Figure 5: Omni Reaction Station Control Unit - Front View

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Figure 6: Keypad and LCD Screen

Figure 7: Omni Reaction Station Control Unit - Rear View

7

External probe socket

8

Date plate label

9

Dry block control plug

10

Dry block power supply socket

11

Vertical rod clamp fastening bracket

12

Mains input IEC socket

13

Earth test point

14

Fuses

15

RS232 Aux communication

16

RS232 Data communication

17

Read instruction book

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Figure 8: Typical Front Screen Display

7.2. Support Rod

Figure 9: LCD Display of Apparatus Being

Used

The Omni Reaction Station base controller incorporates a vertical rod support bracket. The
rod is to be screwed fastened into the bracket. Glass arrangements are to be secured in
conjunction with appropriate clamp and flask support when using a dry block.

7.3. Fitting a Dry Block

7.3.1. Fitting a dry block is achieved by aligning the 9 pin plug of the dry block with the 9 pin socket.

7.3.2. Carefully lower the dry Block into the control unit ensuring the tabs on the controller align with

the grooves in the base of the dry block or mantle ensuring positive engagement.

7.3.3. If required, insert the external sample temperature probe plug into the external probe socket.

WARNING.

Care should be exercised when handling a hot dry block.

WARNING.

Ensure the mains electricity supply is turned off and disconnected before fitting /
removing a dry block.

7.4. Power On and Front Screen Menu

7.4.1. Connect the mains cord and moulded IEC plug and lead set cable supplied with the Omni

Reaction Station into the mains power inlet socket (See Figure 7: Omni Reaction Station
Control Unit - Rear View). Press the On / Off switch (See Figure 6: Keypad and LCD Screen)
to the on position.

7.4.2. The LCD display will go through a warm and self-check routine that will take a few seconds
during which the Omni Reaction Station software revision will be displayed for 5 seconds
before confirmation. Upon completion of the routine the Omni Reaction Station LCD will then
display the type of heating apparatus being used. (See Figure 9: LCD Display of Apparatus
Being Used).

Note: All function selections and settings are made using the menu keys. The keys are

indicated using <^> symbols in the LCD display.
Press the right hand menu key > to confirm correct module.

If the error message ‘Module Missing’ is displayed, turn off the Omni Reaction Station unit.
Insert a dry block or ensure the existing module is correctly seated.

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Figure 10: ‘Module Missing’ Error Message

If you are using an older type of dry block (version without internal temperature sensor) the
main menu screen will look like the illustration.

Figure 11: No Internal Temperature Sensor (Old Dry Block Design)

If you are using a new design of dry block the main screen menu will look like the illustration.

Figure 12: Internal Temperature Sensor (New Dry Block Design)

If you have the external probe attached for measuring sample solution content the main
screen menu will look like Figure 13: External Temperature Probe Attached below. Note the

e character next to the temperature display when external probe is connected.

Figure 13: External Temperature Probe Attached

7.5. Stir Speed Setting and Activation

From the main display screen menu press the > key to enter the ‘stir speed’ setting screen.

Note: The stir speed displayed is that of the last setting made by the user.

Figure 14: Stir Speed

Press the > key to enter the stir speed selection screen.

Figure 15: Setting the Stir Speed (Image 1)

Press the ^ key to make the 100’s value selection. Press the v key if you wish to reduce the

selected stir speed value.

Press the > key to go into the 10’s selection screen.

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Figure 16: Setting the Stir Speed (Image 2)

Press the ^ key to make the 10’s value selection. Press the v key if you wish to reduce the

selected stir speed value.

Press the > key to return to the front screen menu.

OR…….

If 10 seconds elapse without a key being pressed the display will return to the main display
menu.

Note: There is no facility for setting the units stir speed value.

To start the stirring process press the stir key marked with the symbol:
To stop the stirring process press the stir key once more.
Note: To show stirring is in operation the stir symbol will remain illuminated. The stir speed

shown on the LCD is the true speed of stir. Not the setting.

7.6. Heat Setting and Activation

7.6.1. Setting the temperature when using a dry block without an internal sensor.

From the main display menu screen press the < key to go into the ‘heat setting’ screen.

Figure 17: Setting the Power

Note: The default setting will always display 00%. Previous power settings are not retained.

Press the > key to go into set power selection screen.

Figure 18: Making the % Power Selection

Press the ^ key to make the % power selection. Press the v key if you wish to reduce the

power selection.
Note: The power settings are made in increments of 5C. The power selection range is from 0

to 100%.

Press the > key to return to the front screen menu.

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OR…….

If 10 seconds elapse without a key being pressed the display is to return to the main display
menu.

To start the heating process press the heating key marked with the symbol:
To stop the heating process, press the heating key once more.
Note: To show heating is in operation the heat symbol will remain illuminated. The power

percentage shown on the LCD is that of the setting.

7.6.2. Setting the temperature when using a dry block with an internal sensor.

From the main display menu screen press the < key to go into the ‘temperature setting’

screen.

Figure 19: Temperature

Note: The stir temperature displayed is that of the last setting made by the user.

Press the > key to go into temperature selection screen.

Figure 20: Setting the Temperature (Image 1)

Press the ^ key to make the 100’s temperature value selection. Press the v key if you wish

to reduce the selected temperature value.

Press the > key to go into the 10’s temperature selection screen.

Figure 21: Setting the Temperature (Image 2)

Press the ^ key to make the 10’s temperature value selection. Press the v key if you wish to

reduce the selected temperature value.

Press the > key to go into the units temperature selection screen.

Figure 22: Adjusting the Temperature Setting

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Press the ^ key to make the units temperature value selection. Press the v key if you wish

to reduce the selected temperature value.

Press the > key to return to the front screen menu.

OR…….

If 10 seconds elapse without a key being pressed the display will return to the main display
menu.

To start the heating process press the heating key marked with the symbol:
To stop the heating process press the heating key once more.
Note: To show heating is in operation the heat symbol will remain illuminated. The actual

temperature shown on the LCD is that measured by the internal dry block sensor.

Note: During the heat up process the will flash to indicate the set temperature has not
been reached. Once the set temperature has been reached the flashing symbol will remain
constantly illuminated. To accommodate over / under temperature oscillation the symbol will
not recommence flashing until the temperature is ± 5C off of the set temperature.

Note: When used with internal or external probe the temperature range setting for a dry block
is -30C to 220C settable in increments of 1C. To achieve a temperature less than that of

ambient the optional cooling plug accessory must be used with a chilled fluid supply less than
that of the required minimum temperature.

7.6.3. Setting the temperature when using a dry block with an external probe.

Note: With the external probe attached an e symbol will appear in the LCD next to the

temperature reading indicating the connection of the external probe (See Figure 13: External
Temperature Probe Attached). The temperature reading displayed is that read by the probe.
An external probe will override the temperature controlled by any dry block internal sensor.

The external probe is to be placed in the sample solution. Heating your sample is now
controlled via the external probe.

Temperature settings are made in the same way as described in Section 7.6.2.

7.7. Timer Operation

Your Omni Reaction Station has the facility to set a countdown timer which will switch off the
heaters after a pre-set time period. The timer can be set for up to 99 hours 59 minutes.

Set the required heating temperature as described in Section 7.6.

From the main display screen press the ^ key to enter ‘time set’ mode.

Figure 23: 'Time Set' Mode

Press the ^ to make the 10’s hours selection. Pressing the v will reduce the selection.

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Note: Once a time digit has been set all the remaining time set digits will default to zero until
they are set.

Press the > key to go into the unit hours selection.

Figure 24: Select Hours

Press the ^ to make the unit hours selection. Pressing the v will reduce the selection.
Press the > key to go into the 10’s minutes selection.

Figure 25: Select Minutes

Press the ^ to make the 10’s minutes selection. Pressing the v will reduce the selection.
Press the > key to return to the front screen menu.

OR…….

If 10 seconds elapse without a key being pressed the display is to return to the main display
menu.

Note: There is no setting facility of setting unit minutes.
To start the heating process press the heating key marked with the symbol:

The timer will not commence count down until the heaters are activated.

With the timer set the front screen will display count down hours indicated with an h symbol

next to the time display.

Figure 26: Count Down Hours

When only minutes remain on the time counter the display will switch over to a minutes count

and the m symbol will be displayed next to the time display.

Figure 27: Count Down Minutes

When the timer counter reaches zero the heaters are turned off. The key illumination is

extinguished and the main display screen reverts to ^t. A one second ‘beep’ is sounded

when the heaters are turned off in timer mode.

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Note: At any time during the use of the timer facility the heaters may be turned off manually
using the key.

7.8. Keypad Lock / Unlock
To prevent accidental switching of functions or the disturbance of run settings the

Omni Reaction Station has a ‘Keypad Lock Facility’.

7.8.1. To lock the keypad:

Press the down arrow v key. The display will now instruct you to press the left arrow menu

key.

Figure 28: To Lock Keypad

Press the left arrow < key. The display will now instruct you to press the up arrow menu key.

Figure 29: To Lock Keypad Press Up

Press the up arrow ^ key. The display will now instruct you to press the right arrow menu

key.

Figure 30: To Lock Keypad Press Right

Press the right arrow > key. The display will confirm the keypad is locked.

Figure 31: Keypad Locked

Note: To lock the keypad you have selected all of the arrow menu keys in a clockwise

rotation.

7.8.2. To unlock the keypad:

Press the up arrow ^ key. The display will now instruct you to press the left arrow menu key.

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Figure 32: To Unlock Keypad

Press the left arrow < key. The display will now instruct you to press the down arrow menu

key.

Figure 33: To Unlock Keypad Press Down

Press the down arrow v key. The display will now instruct you to press the right arrow menu

key.

Figure 34: To Unlock Keypad Press Right

Press the right arrow > key. The display will return to standard operational mode.

Note: To unlock the keypad you have selected all of the arrow menus keys in an anti­clockwise rotation.

7.9. Errors and Warnings

7.9.1. Warning – external probe unplugged during operation.

If during use the external probe becomes detached from the Omni Reaction Station the
following error message will be displayed

Figure 35: Warning - External Probe Unplugged

The unit will ‘beep’ rapidly for 10 seconds.
The heaters will be turned off.
If the unit was stirring a sample it will continue to do so.

The warning will remain on the LCD until the > key is pressed.

The unit will return to the main display screen for use without the external probe unless the
connection is re-established. The heaters must then be turned back on manually by pressing

the key.

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7.9.2. Warning – external probe is plugged in but inadvertently left out of the sample.
When an external probe is plugged in and the heaters are turned on your Omni Reaction

Station will expect to see a rise in temperature of no less than 6C within the first 10 minutes.
Should the external probe be accidentally left out of the sample solution the following will be
displayed:

.

Figure 36: Warning – External Probe Left Out Of Sample

The unit will ‘beep’ rapidly for 10 seconds.
The heaters will be turned off.
If the unit was stirring a sample it will continue to do so.

The warning will remain on the LCD until the > key is pressed.

Rectify the fault.
The unit will return to the main display screen for use without the external probe unless the

connection is re-established. The heaters must then be turned back on manually by pressing
the key.

Note: If a dry block has no internal sensor fitted, the unit may trip into fault if a temperature is
set which is less than 6C above the dry block starting temperature. To overcome this
situation always set a temperature 6C above the dry block starting temperature. Alternatively
cool the dry block using the optional cooling plug accessory.

If the dry block is equipped with an internal sensor and the set temperature is less than 6C
above the dry block staring temperature the unit will only go in error condition when the
internal sensor sees more than a 50C increase above the set point with no temperature
increase seen on the external probe.

7.9.3. Warning – external probe has fallen out of the sample.
If during the heating cycle the external temperature probe falls out of the sample the following

condition will arise:

Figure 37: Warning - External Probe Drop Out

Should the external probe fall of the sample the unit will see a decrease in temperature. Once
the probe temperature has dropped more than 6C in 60 seconds the heaters will be turned
off.

The unit will ‘beep’ rapidly for 10 seconds.
If the unit was stirring a sample it will continue to do so.

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The warning will remain on the LCD until the > key is pressed.

1

Glass vessel port

2

Inerting gas out let port.

3

Location leg

4

Coolant in and return quick release ports

5

Inerting gas input port.

Rectify the fault.
The unit will return to the main display screen for use without the external probe unless the

connection is re-established. The heaters must then be turned back on manually by pressing
the key.

7.9.4. Warning – heating module removed during operation.
If a dry block is removed from the Omni Reaction Station when the unit is powered up the

‘Module Missing’ screen will be displayed (See Figure 10: ‘Module Missing’ Error Message).
Stirring and heating will stop.

This message will disappear when a dry block is reinstated. The module type will be

displayed in the LCD. Press > key to return to the main display screen. Stirring and heating

must then be manually turned back on.

7.10. Reflux Accessory 10 Positions

7.10.1. The illustrations show the main components of the 10 way reflux unit.

Figure 38: 10 Way Reflux Unit

Press down on the release buttons of the quick release valves and remove the quick release
barbs.

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Figure 39: Quick Release Valves

Firmly attach the quick release barbs to your chiller supply hoses ensuring a leak free
connection.

With the power turned off, ensure the 10 way dry block is placed in the control unit of the
Omni Reaction Station.

Note: For 25mm glassware remove the 24mm reduction ring located in the vessel port of the
dry block.

Place the reflux unit over the dry block ensuring the legs of the reflux unit sit over the rim of
the dry block cartridge.

Figure 40: 10 Way Dry Block In-Situ

Connect the coolant supply pipe work to the reflux head using the ‘quick release’ pipe fittings
supplied. The connection is made by inserting the quick release fitting into the elbow joint
coupling. Ensure the release button is in the down position before attempting to make the
coupling. (See Figure 39: Quick Release Valves).

Note: The chilled coolant supply must not exceed 3 bar pressure. Ensure there is a free flow
of coolant through the reflux head. Do not turn on the coolant supply until both hoses have
been connected. Condensation will form on the surface of the reflux unit when the coolant
supply temperature is lower than that of dew point.

Turn on the coolant supply and check for any signs of coolant leakage. Allow 15 minutes for
the reflux head to cool before use.

Charge up to ten vessels with chemistry and add stir bars AZS4206 (one per glass vessel).
Screw fasten the reflux caps onto the charged flasks. Ensure the valve taps on each reflux
cap is in the closed position.

Note: Using the inerting facility is optional.

Place the charged glass vessels containing the required chemistry into the dry block by
lowering them through the reflux unit.

Connect a piece of inert tubing between each inerting cap and reflux gas output port.

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1

Removable magnetic block for retaining glass vessels

2

Inerting gas outlet port

3

Coolant in and return quick release ports

4

Inerting gas input port

5

Extendable leg

Push fit the inerting gas supply pipeline onto the inerting gas inlet port.
Turn on the gas and check for leaks.
Turn on the gas tap for each inerting cap position.
Your Omni Reaction Station is now ready for operation as described at the beginning of this

section.

7.11. Reflux Accessory 6 Positions

The illustrations in show the main components of the 6 way reflux unit.

Figure 41: 6 Way Reflux Unit

Press down on the release buttons of the quick release valves and remove the quick release
barbs. (See Figure 39: Quick Release Valves).

Firmly attach the quick release barbs to your chiller supply hoses ensuring a leak free
connection.

With the power turned off, ensure the 6 way dry block is placed in the control unit of the
Omni Reaction Station. Use reducer sleeves ATS10110 (6 of) in the dry block wells when
using 50ml glass vessels.

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Take the 6 way reflux unit and screw fasten the three extendable legs to the reflux unit body
using the profile blocks, screw and screwdriver supplied.

Figure 42: Construction Of The Reflux Unit

The reflux unit’s leg lengths are adjustable to suit the height of your glass vessels.

 Loosen the head of the screw.
 Select the required leg height.
 Retighten the screw head in the desired position.

Note: The upper slot location is for glass vessels of 50 and 100ml capacity. The lower slot
location is for glass vessels 250ml in capacity.

Figure 43: Adjustable Leg

Place the reflux unit over the dry block ensuring the legs of the reflux unit sit over the pins of
the dry block.

Connect the coolant supply pipe work to the reflux head using the ‘quick release’ pipe fittings
supplied. The connection is made by inserting the quick release fitting into the elbow joint
coupling. Ensure the release button is in the down position before attempting to make the
coupling. (See Figure 39: Quick Release Valves).

Note: The chilled coolant supply must not exceed 3 bar pressure. Ensure there is a free flow
of coolant through the reflux head. Do not turn on the coolant supply until both hoses have
been connected. Condensation will form on the surface of the reflux unit when the coolant
supply temperature is lower than that of dew point.

Turn on the coolant supply and check for any signs of coolant leakage. Allow 15 minutes for
the reflux head to cool before use.

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Charge up to six vessels with chemistry and add stir bars ATS10097 for medium viscosity or

1

Coolant in and return quick release ports

2

Plug.

ATS10186 for light viscosity, (one per glass vessel). Screw on the reducing columns. Screw
the inerting caps onto the reducing columns ensuring the valve caps are closed.

Remove the detachable segments of the reflux head and place the charged glass reaction
vessel into the dry block. Replace the reflux segment gripping the glass reaction assembly by
the reducer column neck.

Note: Using the inerting facility is optional.

Connect a piece of inert tubing between each inerting cap and reflux gas output port.
Push fit the inerting gas supply pipeline onto the inerting gas inlet port. Turn on the gas and

check for leaks.
Turn on the gas tap for each inerting cap position.
Your Omni Reaction Station is now ready for operation as described at the beginning of this

section.

7.12. Cooling Plug (Optional) (10 Way - ATS10114, or 6 Way - ATS10112)
The illustration below shows the main components of the cooling plug.

Figure 44: Cooling Plug

The cooling plug accessories are specific to either the 10 way or 6 way dry blocks. Cooling
plugs can be connected to the coolant supply either in or out of the dry block. The plug can be
inserted and removed from the dry block whilst the reaction vessels are in the Reaction
Station.

The cooling plug has a machined aluminium body which acts as the heat exchange interface
between the dry block and the chilled coolant supply. The plug body slides snugly into the dry
block, providing a good thermal contact between the cooling plug and dry block.

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The coolant is piped through the plug via insulated standpipes terminated with quick-release
sealed connectors. Mating right-angled connectors are provided to allow the customer’s
chilled coolant supply to be linked into the standpipe connectors.

The customer’s chilled coolant supply must be below 3 bar pressure. Ensure
there is a free flow of coolant through the cooling plug – do not apply coolant flow until
the outlet pipe-work has been connected and unobstructed.

The Cooling Plug should only be inserted or removed from the dry block at coolant
temperatures above 0C, to prevent icing problems.

The controller display will provide sub-zero temperature readings when the external probe
and cooling plug are used in tandem.

WARNING!

Do not leave a disconnected cooling plug in a dry block whilst heating.

Pressure may build up inside to cooling plug from previously used coolant and
cause a rupture of boiling fluid.

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8. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION

Mains input supply power

230V-AC or 115/100V-AC @ 50/60Hz

Fuse rating (115V)

7 Amp Quick Blow 1 ¼”

Fuse rating (230V)

5 Amp Quick Blow 1 ¼”

Mains cord and moulded IEC plug and
lead set cable (UK) 10A BS1363/A

3 core earthed / ground. 2 meters long
Moulded IEC plug and Lead set – supply cord H05
V V-F- Replace only with equivalent cable.

Mains cord and moulded IEC plug and
lead set cable (Europe)

3 core earthed / ground. 2 meters long
Moulded IEC plug and Lead set – supply cord H05
V V-F- Replace only with equivalent cable.

Mains cord and moulded IEC plug and
lead set cable (USA)

3 core earthed / ground. 2 meters long
Moulded IEC plug and Lead set – supply cord SJT
VW 1- Replace only with equivalent cable.

Lead set plug fuse (UK – only)

5A

Stir speed range

100 – 800 rpm

Temperature range using cooling plug
and reaction vessels

-30°C to +220°C

230v

115v

Description

OS1025
(500 Watts)

OS1025X1
(500 Watts)

Controller, Stirrer, 10x25 Dry block, Reflux head, Inerting caps,
24X150 Reaction vessels & Stirrer bars.

OS6050
(600 Watts)

OS6050X1
(600 Watts)

Controller, Stirrer, 6X56 Dry block, Reflux head, Inerting caps,
Reaction vessels (50ml), Stirrer bars & Reducer rings.

OS6100
(600 watts)

OS6100X1
(600 watts)

Controller, Stirrer, 6x56 Dry block, Reflux head, Inerting caps,
Reaction vessels (100ml), & Stirrer bars.

OS6250
(600 Watts)

OS6250X1
(600 Watts)

Controller, Stirrer, 6x56 Dry block, Reflux head, Inerting caps,
Reaction vessels (250ml), & Stirrer bars.

OSCA/OMCA

OSCA/OMCAX1

Base Controller with Stirrer.

OSD1025
(500 Watts)

OSD1025x1
(500 Watts)

Heater Block 10x25mm

OSD656
(600 Watts)

OSD656x1
(600 Watts)

Heater Block 6x56 (56 - 40mm).

8.1. Specifications

The Ingress Protection rating for dry block and controller has been classified as IPX1.

8.2. Product Configuration Details

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8.3. Dimensions & Weight (Unpacked)

8.3.1. Base controller (OSCA/OMCA(X1)):

Figure 45: Side & Front Profiles Of The Base Controller

8.3.2. Dry block with base controller:

D 330mm x W 235mm x H190mm.
Weight 3.1Kg.

Figure 46: Side Profile Of Base Controller With Dry Block In-Situ

8.3.3. Dry block and base controller with reflux unit in leg closed position:

D 330mm x W235mm x H383mm.
Weight 4.1Kg.

Figure 47: Side Profile Of Unit With Reflux Unit Installed

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8.3.4. Dry block and base controller with reflux unit in leg open position:
D 330mm x W235mm x H413mm.
Weight 4.1Kg.

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9. MAINTENANCE

DUE TO THE MASS OF THE CARTRIDGE, NEVER SHIP A UNIT WITH THE
CARTRIDGE IN PLACE ON THE OMNI REACTION STATION. ALWAYS PACK
THE CARTRIDGE AND OMNI REACTION STATION SEPARATELY BEFORE
TRANSPORTATION.

9.1. General Information

Unplug the unit from the mains input voltage supply and allow it to cool before

undertaking any maintenance tasks.

Maintenance should only be carried out under the direction of the responsible body, by
a competent electrician. Failure to do so may result in damage to the product and in extreme
cases be a danger to the end user.

With proper care in operation this equipment has been designed to give many years of
reliable service. Contamination or general misuse will reduce the effective life of this product
and may cause a hazard.

Maintenance for the unit should include:

 Periodic electrical safety testing (an annual test is recommended as the minimum

requirement).

 Regular inspection for damage with particular attention to the mains cord and

moulded lead set cable.

 Routine cleaning of the equipment should be undertaken using a clean cloth.

DO NOT USE SOLVENTS FOR CLEANING ANY PART OF THIS EQUIPMENT.

9.2. Fuse Replacement

The mains fuse holder is located at the rear of the Omni Reaction Station. Refer to Section 8
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION, ‘Fuse Rating’ for correct fuse type and rating. Turn your Omni

Reaction Station off and remove it from the mains electricity supply.  Unscrew both fuse

holder caps from the fuse housings and  remove the fuses. Inspect fuse for damage. Fit
replacement fuses of suitable rating and value (See Section 8.1 Specifications for correct
type, rating and value) and refit into fuse housing. See illustration below:

Figure 48: Fuse Replacement

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9.3. Decontamination

If the equipment has been exposed to spillage or contamination, the
responsible body is responsible for carrying out appropriate decontamination. If
hazardous material has been spilt on or inside the equipment, decontamination should
only be undertaken under the control of the responsible body with due recognition of
possible hazards. Before using any cleaning or decontamination method, the
responsible body should check with the manufacturer that the proposed method will
not damage the equipment.

If the dry block cartridge comes into contact with liquids in cases of flask breakage or light
spillage, the procedure is:

1. Disconnect the Omni Reaction Station from the electrical supply.

2. The dry block should be removed from the control unit when cool to touch.

3. Remove any broken glass or solids from the dry block.

4. Place the dry block in a low temperature oven at 60-80C in order to evaporate the spilled

fluid.

Only carry out oven drying procedure after ensuring that there is no low flash point in

the substance present with respect to 60–80C drying temperature.
Replace the dry block back into the control unit of the Omni Reaction Station.

Prior to further use, the responsible body shall check the electrical safety of the unit.
Only if all safety requirements are met can the unit be used again. The above
procedure is intended as a guide. Should spillage occur with a toxic or hazardous fluid
then special precautions may be necessary.

Decontamination Certificate
Note: In the event of any part of the Omni Reaction Station becoming damaged, the

damaged item(s) should be returned to the manufacturer for repair accompanied by a
decontamination certificate. Copies of the certificate are available from

distributor/manufacturer. At the end of its life this product must be accompanied with a
Decontamination Certificate.

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10. PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

ATS10063

Temperature Probe

6 Way Dry Block Accessories

ATS10112

Cooling Plug, for 6 way OMNI Dry Block

OSD656

6x56(40) Dry Block (600W) (UK/EU)

OSD656X1

6x56(40) Dry Block (600W) (US/Canada)

ATS10096

Reducing Column (R45) x 6

ATS10108

50ml Round bottomed vessel, 40mm OD (R45) x 6

ATS10110

56-40mm Reducer sleeves x 6 for ATS10108

ATS10092

100ml Round bottomed vessel (R45) x 6

ATS10094

250ml Round bottomed vessel (R45) x 6

ATS10141

Inerting cap 22ml SVL thread x 6

ATS10186

Stirrer bars, Elliptical, 25x14mm, Rare Earth, pk. Of 6 (Light
Viscosity)

ATS10097

Stirrer bars, Elliptical, 15x10mm, Rare Earth, pk. Of 6
(Medium Viscosity)

ATS10116

Reflux/Inerting Head 6 x 56mm

10 Way Dry Block Accessories

ATS10114

Cooling Plug, for 10 way OMNI Dry Block

AZS4235

Stirrer bars, 12x4.5mm, Rare Earth, pk. Of 10

ATS10055

Small volume test tubes 24-16mm taper (3ml) x 10

ATS10056

Reducing sleeves for ATS10055x10

ATS10209

Small volume test tubes 24-11mm taper (1ml) x 10

ATS10101

Reducing sleeves for ATS10209x10

ATS10134

Reaction vessels 24mmODx150mm, 22mm thread,
Crystallisation, small volume, pk. Of 10

ATS10135

Reaction vessels 24mmODx150mm, 22mm thread,
Crystallisation, larger volume, pk. Of 10

OSD1025

10x25 Dry Block (500W) (UK/EU)

OSD1025X1

10x25 Dry Block (500W) (US/Canada)

ATS10075

Glass vessels, 24x150mm, 22SVL, pk. Of 10

AZS4206

Stirrer bars, Oval, 10x6mm, Rare Earth, pk. Of 10

ATS10115

Reflux/Inerting Head 10 x 25mm

ATS10377

Inerting cap + probe hole, pk. Of 10

HH179(S)

Mains lead moulded plug (UK)

HH180(S)

Mains lead moulded plug (EU)

CRM6288

Mains lead moulded plug (US)

OMCA

OMNI Station Controller (US/Canada)

OMCAX1

OMNI Station Controller (UK/EU)

E00092

Fuse - Quick Blow 5 Amp (used in OSCA/OMCA)

E00094

Fuse - 7 Amp 32mm Type F HBC (used in OSCA/OMCAX1)

10.1. Accessories

10.2. Spares

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11. CUSTOMER SUPPORT

Bibby Scientific Limited.

Beacon Road,
Stone,
Staffordshire ST15 0SA,
Great Britain.

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

 General enquiries :

[e-mail]

 Order enquiries :

[e-mail]

 Technical support :

[e-mail]

 www.electrothermal.com

For help and support in using this product, please contact Customer Services at the
following address.

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APPENDIX ‘A’ STEM Protocol Commands
Stem address and serial port

The unit address of the Omni-station is 50. It cannot be changed.
The serial port operates at 9600 baud, eight data bits, no parity, one stop bit (“9600, N, 8, 1”).
There is no hardware or software data handshake. DCD, DSR and CTS are asserted, DTR and RTS
are not connected.
The serial port is wired as DCE (the Omni-station receives on pin 3 and transmits on pin 2).

Temperature control

TT - target temperature:

 Decimal values permitted, but are truncated to integer.
 Out-of-range values are rejected as bad commands.
 If a temperature probe is fitted, the system will attempt to make the probe reach the target

temperature.

 If no temperature probe is fitted but the block has an internal temperature sensor, the system

will attempt to make the block reach the target temperature.

 If neither probe nor internal thermometer are present, the value in the target temperature

command will be interpreted as a duty cycle command.

 If a ramp-rate is set, a change in target temperature during heating/cooling restarts the ramp

from the current temperature.

Example >50 TT55 #0000[cr] will set the temperature to 55°C.

TE - enable thermal control:

 1 = enable, 0 = disable.
Example >50 TE1 #0000[cr] will set the temperature control to active.

TR - temperature ramp rate:

 Decimal values permitted, but are truncated to integer.
 Out-of-range values are rejected as bad commands.
 Units are degrees C per minute.
 A value of 0 turns off ramp-rate control (i.e. crash heat/cool).
 Ramp is applied from the current temperature, not the present target temperature (e.g. if a

target of 100 had been set, but it had not yet been achieved and was at 80, and a new target
of 120 is commanded, the temperature will be set to ramp from 80 to 120 and not from 100 to

120).

 A change in ramp rate during heating/cooling restarts the ramp from the current temperature

Example >50 TR3 #0000[cr] will set the temperature ramp rate to 3°C per min.

Stirring control

SS - stir speed:

 Decimal values permitted, but are truncated to integer.
 Out-of-range values are rejected as bad commands.

Example >50 SS500 #0000[cr] will set the stir speed to 500RPM.

SE - stir enable:

 1 = enable, 0 = disable
Example >50 SE1 #0000[cr] will set the stir control to active.

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Machine control

LK - Local keypad enable:

 0 will prevent the local keypad from doing anything (other than beep), and permits use of DT

(display text) command.

 It is advised that the DT command is used to inform the user that the equipment is locked and

being controlled via PC.

 1 will allow control from the keypad.
 The LCD display is cleared of DT on receipt of the LK1 command.

Example >50 LK0 #0000[cr] will disable the keypad.

DT - Display Text (new Stem Protocol command):

 Display is two lines of 16 characters per line.
 String sent in DT command is up to 32 characters which are displayed starting at top left, and

wrapping (if more than 16 characters) from top line to bottom line.

 Display is not cleared; new string overwrites any existing message. To clear display either

pad string with spaces or issue LK0 command.

 Text is sent as single string of printable ASCII characters surrounded by quote characters.

(ASCII 0x22) e.g. >50 DT” LOCKED FROM PC” #0000[cr].

 Only valid if the keypad is disabled by LK0 command, otherwise it returns an “unrecognised

command” response.

RF - reset error flags:

 Requires an argument (e.g. RF1), but the argument is ignored.
 The command will clear the error condition flag, but if/when the error persists/recurs, the flag

will immediately be re-asserted.

Query commands

QC - request commanded variables:

 Returns TT, TR, TE, SS, SE, LK.
Example >50 QC #0000[cr].

QM - request measured variables:

 Returns SM, TM, TX, XZ.
 TM returns 999 if no internal thermometer is detected in the module.
 TX returns 999 if no temperature probe is detected.
 XZ is sent only if an error condition exists. Its argument is a string containing the same text as

is shown on the LCD display in normal use.

Example >50 QM #0000[cr].

QF - request fixed values:

 Returns FA, FB, FC, NP, SH, SL, TH, TL, RH, RL, UT.
 FA is system firmware version.
 FB is module ID number as a string “IDn”.
 TH and FB require one successful Stem command after power-up before they will return valid

values. This is due to the display of module type presented to the user during normal use.

Example >50 QF #0000[cr].

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12. EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Bibby Scientific Limited.

Beacon Road,
Stone,
Staffordshire ST15 0SA,
Great Britain.

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

 General enquiries :

[e-mail]

 Order enquiries :

[e-mail]

 Technical support :

[e-mail]

 www.electrothermal.com

Distributors Stamp

CE marked products and associated accessories covered by this instruction book conform to
the essential requirements of the following directives:

EMC Directive.
Low Voltage Directive.

A full copy of the EC Declaration / Conformity document can be obtained from the
manufacture at the email address: [e-mail]

Part of the Bibby Scientific Group

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 2016 Bibby Scientific Limited. All rights reserved.