Eppendorf E-5 User Manual
nualck Excella® E-5 Open Air Shaker
EN) manual
New Brunswick™
Excella® E-5 Open Air Shaker
Operating manual
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Table of contents
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Table of contents
1 Operating instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1 Using this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2 Danger symbols and danger levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2.1 Hazard icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.2.2 Degrees of danger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.3 Symbols used . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2 Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1 User profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3 Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.1 Main illustration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.2 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
4 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.1 Inspection and unpacking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.2 Installing a platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.3 Install flask clamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.4 Selecting the location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
4.5 Electrical connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
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5 Operating controls and function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.1 Control panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.1.1 Status indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
5.1.2 LED display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.1.3 Function indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.1.4 User interface keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6 Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.1 Start/Stop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.2 Continuous (untimed) run. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.3 Check setpoint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.4 Timed functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
6.5 Alarm Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.6 Power Failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
6.7 Speed Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
7 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
7.1 Troubleshooting guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
8 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
8.1 Cleaning external surfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
9 Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
9.1 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
10 Ordering information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
10.1 Parts and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
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10.1.1 Relacement parts and utility carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
10.1.2 Dedicated platforms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
10.1.3 Universal platform flask capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
10.1.4 Accessory flask clamp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
10.1.5 Adjustable angle test tube racks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
11 Transport, storage and disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
11.1 Disposal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
12 Declaration of conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Operating instructions
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1 Operating instructions
1.1 Using this manual
Carefully read this operating manual before using the device for the first time.
Also observe the operating manual enclosed with the accessories.
The operating manual should be considered as part of the product and stored in a location that is easily
accessible.
When passing the device on to third parties, be sure to include this operating manual.
If this manual is lost, please request another one. The latest version can be found on our website
www.eppendorf.com (international) or www.eppendorfna.com (North America).
1.2 Danger symbols and danger levels
1.2.1 Hazard icons
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Electric shock Crushing
Material damage Hazard point
Heavy loads
1.2.2 Degrees of danger
The following danger levels are used in safety messages throughout this manual.
DANGER Will lead to severe injuries or death.
WARNING May lead to severe injuries or death.
CAUTION May lead to light to moderate injuries.
NOTICE May lead to material damage.
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1.3 Symbols used
Example Meaning
You are requested to perform an action.
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2.
• List.
Perform these actions in the sequence described.
References useful information.
2 Safety
2.1 User profile
CAUTION!
This equipment must be operated as described in this manual. If operational guidelines are
not followed, equipment damage and personal injury can occur. Please read the entire
Operating Manual before attempting to use this unit.
Do not use this equipment in a hazardous atmosphere or with hazardous materials for
which the equipment was not designed.
Eppendorf is not responsible for any damage to this equipment that may result from the
use of an accessory not manufactured by Eppendorf.
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3 Product description
3.1 Main illustration
Abb. 3-1: Excella E-5 front and rear view
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Fig. 3-1: Excella E-5 front and rear view
1 Keypad
2 Spill cover
3 Electrical specification plate
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4 ON/OFF switch
5 Fuse holder
6 Mains/Power connector
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3.2 Overview
The Excella E-5 is a portable benchtop shaker utilizing a UniCentric™ single eccentric counterbalanced
drive to provide horizontal plane rotary motion in a 1.91 cm (¾ in) circular orbit. A Proportional/Integral
(PI) Microprocessor controller with instantaneous digital feedback controls the speed over a range of
50 rpm – 400 rpm .
The shaker may be operated either continuously or in a timed mode via a programmable timer for shaking
periods of 0.1 – 99.9 h.
The E-5 is equipped with visual and audible alarms which are activated when an alarm condition exists, as
follows:
• The end of a timed run
• Deviations of shaking speed
• Power failure
A wide variety of platforms can be used with the E-5. Dedicated platforms are available for a variety of flask
sizes. Universal platforms, and test tube racks are also available.
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Installation
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4 Installation
4.1 Inspection and unpacking
Inspection of Boxes
After you receive your order from Eppendorf, inspect the boxes carefully for any damage that may have
occurred during shipping. Report any damage immediately to the carrier and to your local Eppendorf Sales
Order Department.
Packing List Verification
Verify against your packing list that you have received the correct materials.
Unpacking of Equipment
WARNING!
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The E-5 is heavy. Two or more people are required to lift the shaker.
4.2 Installing a platform
A platform must be installed on the shaker prior to use.
The shaker is shipped with the four Allen head platform screws installed in the upper bearing housing.
These screws must be removed (and set aside for reuse) before installing a platform.
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1. Using the 7/32 inch hex wrench provided, remove the four Allen head platform screws from the bearing
housing spill cover. Set them aside for reuse.
Abb. 4-1: Platform installation (top view)
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Fig. 4-1: Platform installation (top view)
1 Platform screw 2 Spill cover
2. Place the selected platform on the spill cover. Align the mounting holes of the platform with the platform
screw locations in the spill cover.
3. Insert the four Allen head platform screws previously removed, and tighten them with the 7/32 inch hex
wrench provided to secure the platform.
4.3 Install flask clamp
Flask clamps purchased for use with universal platforms require installation (see Parts and accessories on
p. 31). Clamps are installed by securing the base of the clamp to the platform with the correct type and
number of screws. All clamps are shipped complete with hardware.
Clamps for 2 L, 2.8 L and 4 L flasks are shipped with an additional girdle to keep the flasks in place. The
girdle is an assembly of springs and sections of rubber tubing. One girdle is already in place on the clamp,
the other is packed separately.
NOTICE! Damage to shaker
Do not over fill flasks.
Abb. 4-2: Double girdle clamp
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Fig. 4-2: Double girdle clamp
1 Clamp mounting holes (with screws)
2 Upper girdle with girdle tubes
Secures the flask within the clamp.
3 Lower girdle with girdle tubes
Prevents the flask from spinning
4 Clamp body (legs and base)
To install these double girdle clamps:
1. Place clamp on platform, aligning its mounting holes with the holes on the platform.
2. Secure the clamp in place using the flat Phillips head screws provided (#S2116-3051, 10-24 × 5/16 in).
3. With the first girdle in place, as delivered, on the upper part of the clamp body, insert an empty flask
into the clamp.
4. After making sure the sections of tubing are located between the clamp legs, roll the first girdle down
the legs of the clamp as far as it can go.
The tubing sections will rest against the platform, and the springs will be under the clamp base.
5. Place the second girdle around the upper portion of clamp body (just as the first girdle was initially).
6. Make sure that its spring sections rest against the clamp legs, while its rubber tubing sections sit
against the flask, in between the clamp legs.
The upper girdle secures the flask within the clamp, and the bottom girdle keeps the flask
from spinning.
Eppendorf flask clamps are used on a variety of shaker platforms. Flat head screws of different lengths and
thread pitch are used to secure the clamp. To identify the proper screw for your shaker application by
reference to the head style, consult the following table, find the proper screws, and set the others aside.
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