Lab-Line 3508, 3508-1, 3508-1CE User guide

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OPERATION MANUAL

MANUAL NO. 056-707-00

REV. F

LAB-LINE®

DUAL-ACTION ORBITAL/RECIPROCATING

SHAKER

MODEL NOs. 3508
3508-1
3508-1CE

DESIGNERS AND MANUFACTURERS

1999 North 15th Ave., Melrose Park, IL 60160-1491 USA

PHONE: [phone] or [phone]; FAX: [phone]

LAB-LINE INSTRUMENTS, INC.

A SUBSIDIARY of Barnstead|Thermolyne

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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SECTION TITLE

1 Introduction
2 Safe Operation
3 Description
4 Specifications
5 Installation
6 Operation
7 Maintenance
8 Replacement Parts
Warranty

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SECTION 1

INTRODUCTION

THANK YOU

for selecting Lab-Line Instruments for your equipment needs. For maximum value and ease
of start-up,

PLEASE PROCEED AS FOLLOWS:

• Inspect the carton and contents for shipping damage. Notify the carrier immediately if
damage is found.

• Use the Accessory Checklist when unpacking to verify that the complete unit has been
received. Do not discard packing materials until all is accounted for.

• Read this Operation Manual thoroughly before deciding upon an appropriate location for
the unit: you will want to consider the availability of power and other unit requirements,
as well as user convenience.

• Insist that every operator of this unit becomes familiar with the Operation Section of this
manual.

• Be sure to fill out the Warranty Registration Card and mail it in to Lab-Line Instruments
within seven (7) days after receiving the unit.

IF

after reading this manual you should have any difficulties with the installation or operation
instructions, please call:

Lab-Line Customer Relations Department
[phone] or [phone]

ALL RIGHT RESERVED

The information contained in this manual is the exclusive property of Lab-Line Instruments, Inc., and has been pro- vided
solely to enable the users of the equipment described herein to operate and maintain such equipment. Any other use of
this information, or the reproduction or transmission of all or any portion of this manual without prior written consent of the
manufacturer is expressly prohibited. © 2000, Lab-Line Instruments, Inc.

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SECTION 2

SAFE OPERATION

BE ADVISED:

YOURSELF THE CONTROLS AND ACCESSORIES.
WHEN OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT, ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE

CLOTHING, GLASSES AND OTHER ACCESSORIES AS SPECIFIED BY THE
SAFETY REGULATIONS OF YOUR ORGANIZATION.

DO NOT MODIFY CONSTRUCTION AND/OR ASSEMBLY OF EQUIPMENT.
KEEP GUARDS IN PLACE. DO NOT REMOVE TAGS, LABELS, DECALS OR
OTHER INFORMATION FROM THE UNIT.

MAKE SURE ALL VESSELS ARE SECURELY CLAMPED BEFORE TURNING ON

IF SHAKING ACTION WILL RESULT IN THE EVOLUTION OF GASES OR
FUMES, CARRY OUT THE OPERATION UNDER A WELL-VENTILATED
LABORATORY HOOD.

TO ELIMINATE HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, MAKE SURE FLOOR
AROUND MACHINE IS DRY IN THE EVENT OF ACCIDENTAL SPILLING OR
SPLASHING OF LIQUIDS, CLEAN UP AND/OR NEUTRALIZE THE SPILLED
LIQUIDS BEFORE CONTINUING.

READ OPERATION MANUAL BEFORE USING EQUIPMENT TO FAMILIARIZE

WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU DO NOT LEAVE EQUIPMENT UNATTENDED
WHILE IT IS IN OPERATION. DO NOT OPERATE EQUIPMENT WITH A
DAMAGED ELECTRICAL CORD OR ALLOW CORD TO COME INTO CONTACT
WITH A HOT SURFACE. DO NOT OPERATE EQUIPMENT IN AN EXPLOSIVE
ATMOSPHERE. DO NOT INSERT FINGERS INTO EQUIPMENT WHEN IT IS
OPERATING.

UNIT. DO NOT OPERATE THE UNIT AT SPEEDS THAT WILL CAUSE THE
CONTENTS OF VESSELS TO BE THROWN OUT. WHEREVER POSSIBLE,
VESSELS SHOULD BE STOPPERED TO PREVENT HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES
BEING THROWN OUT DURING THE MIXING ACTION. USE EXTRA CAUTION
WITH HOT OR VOLATILE SUBSTANCES SO THAT PRESSURE BUILDUP IN
CONTAINER(S) DOES NOT CAUSE THE STOPPER TO BLOW OFF. DO NOT
RUN EQUIPMENT WITH AN UNBALANCED LOAD. DO NOT EXCEED
RECOMMENDED LOAD.

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SAFE OPERATION: (Con’t)

DO NOT USE EQUIPMENT FOR OTHER THAN ITS INTENDED PURPOSE. USE
ONLY THE ACCESSORIES AND ATTACHMENTS THAT ARE SHIPPED WITH THE
EQUIPMENT OR ARE SPECIFIED FOR IT. OTHER ACCESSORIES CAN
PRODUCE HAZARDS OR MAKE THE UNIT INOPERATIVE.

DO NOT OPERATE SHAKER FOR EXTENDED PERIODS UNDER HIGH
HUMIDITY CONDITIONS. DO NOT OPERATE SHAKER IN AMBIENT
TEMPERATURES EXCEEDING 40ºC. DO NOT OPERATE SHAKER IN A CO2
ENRICHED ATMOSPHERE.

PERFORM REGULAR MAINTENANCE SERVICE AS SPECIFIED IN THIS
MANUAL AND KEEP UNIT IN GOOD REPAIR. DO NOT OPERATE WITH
KNOWN DEFECTS. ALWAYS DISCONNECT EQUIPMENT FROM POWER
SOURCE BEFORE SERVICING OR PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE
PROCEDURES.

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DESCRIPTION

The Lab-Line Dual-Action Orbital/Reciprocating Shaker is sturdy, heavy-duty

and designed to produce either a 3/8-inch circular shaking motion or a 3/8-inch linear
shaking motion. This versatility is increased through the availability from Lab-Line of
interchangeable shaking platforms and clips to accommodate a variety of laboratory
vessels and glassware. Rubber feet on the unit provide stability.
Switching from one type of shaking motion to the other is accomplished easily
by moving a control lever on the front of the unit to either of two positions: left for a
reciprocating motion; right for an orbital motion. It is not necessary to stop the Shaker
to change motion.
Shaking speed for either of these two shaking motions can be varied and
controlled from approximately 50 to 400 rpm, depending on the load of the vessels on
the platform and the laboratory procedure or experiment being conducted. A solid­state speed control is provided for this purpose.

Model 3508 is a 120-volt unit and Model 3508-1(CE) is a 240-volt unit.

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SPECIFICATIONS

POWER REQUIREMENTS: Model 3508: 120 V, 50/60 Hz, 100W, 0.8 Amps
Model 3508-1(CE): 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 100W, 0.4 Amps

DUTY CYCLE: Continuous
SHAKING SPEED: 50 to 400 rpm
MAXIMUM LOAD: 15 lbs. (7 kg). (Heavier loads can be

shaken at lower speeds but linear motion may
become erratic.)

SHAKER MOVEMENT: 3/8-inch (0.9 cm) orbital or linear.

DIMENSIONS:
Overall: 11½"W x 14"D x 7¾"
(29 x 36 x 20 cm)
Platforms: 13" x 11" (33 x 28 cm)
18” x 18” (46 x 46 cm)

SHIPPING WEIGHT: 36 lbs. (16 kg)
UNIT’S ENVIRONMENTAL OPERATING CONDITIONS:

POLLUTION DEGREE: 2
INSTALLATION CATEGORY: II
ALTITUDE: 2000 Meters MSL (Mean Sea Level)
HUMIDITY: 80% maximum, non-condensing
ELECTRICAL SUPPLY: 120VAC or 240VAC
VOLTAGE TOLERANCE: ±10% of normal rated line
TEMPERATURE: 15ºC to 40ºC
PRODUCT USAGE: This product is intended for use indoors only

SECTION 5

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INSTALLATION

√SHIPPING CARTON:

This should be inspected upon delivery. When received, carefully examine for

any shipping damage before unpacking. If damage is discovered, the delivering
carrier should both specify and sign for the damage on your copy of the delivery

receipt.
Open the carton carefully making certain that all parts are accounted for
before packaging materials are discarded— after unpacking, if damage is found,
promptly report it to the carrier and request a damage inspection promptly.

IMPORTANT: Failure to request an inspection of damage within a few days

after receipt of shipment absolves the carrier from any liability for damage: you must

call for a damage inspection promptly.
LOCATION:

Place the shaker on a level surface in a convenient location and near a

properly grounded electrical power outlet that matches the requirements of the unit

indicated on its nameplate. A minimum of 1-inch of clearance is required on all sides

to allow unobstructed orbiting.
PLATFORM INSTALLATION:

Select the appropriate platform for the laboratory vessels or glassware to be

shaken. Tighten the 4 thumbscrews at each corner to secure the platform to the

shaker. Make sure both sides of the platform are outside of the mounting plate.
ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Model 3508 requires a 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz power source, Model 3508-1(CE),
240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.

The shaker is supplied with a 3-wire line cord and it is necessary to

connect it to an outlet wired for 3-prong plugs. If an extension cord is used, it also

should be the 3-wire grounded type.
For an outlet designed to accept 2-prong plugs (ungrounded), it is required

that a qualified electrician replace the outlet with a new grounded outlet. If a plug

must be installed, use only the 3-prong grounded type, rated for the unit load

requirements and matching the power outlet. Make sure the green ground wire is

secured to the plug ground terminal.
It is best to leave the unit disconnected when not in use.

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SECTION 6

OPERATION

DANGER: DO NOT USE IN THE PRESENCE OF FLAMMABLE OR
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS OR EXPLOSIVE GASES. FIRE OR EXPLOSION
MAY RESULT CAUSING DEATH OR SEVERE INJURY

NOTE: DEPRESS METAL TAB PRIOR TO ROTATING KNOB—THE TAB FIXES KNOB
SETTING AND PREVENTS INADVERTENT MOTION OF THE KNOB.

METAL TAB

Located on the control panel are power switch, control lever for 2 types of

shaking motion and the speed control knob. The shaker is off when the power switch

is not lit. Keep speed control knob turned to a full counterclockwise position before

starting unit.
STARTING THE SHAKER:

Select shaking platform and fasten securely to shaker. Insert vessels to be

shaken. Be careful to fill vessels to levels that will not splash or spill as a result of the

shaking action. Whenever possible, use stoppers in vessels to prevent accidental

spills.
Select type of shaker motion by pushing lever (with knob) either to the left for
reciprocating motion or to the right for orbital motion.
Press in top half of rocker switch to start shaker.

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OPERATION: (Con’t)

SETTING THE SPEED CONTROL:

Rotate speed control knob slowly clockwise until the desired shaking speed is

attained. The operator should use caution in setting the speed, so that the vessels

do not come out of their holders or spill their contents. The maximum safe speed

varies with the load. A heavier load will need to be shaken more slowly.
To stop the shaker, turn the speed control fully counterclockwise and
press in the lower half of the power switch.
If the shaker will not be used again soon, disconnect the plug from its
outlet.

CONTROL PANEL

POWER SPEED
CONTROL

#440-375-00 (SWITCH)* # 560-223-00 (KNOB)*

*AS LISTED ON UPCOMING REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

ON

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SECTION 7

MAINTENANCE

BE ADVISED:

NOTE: MAKE NO ATTEMPT TO SERVICE OR REPAIR A LAB-LINE PRODUCT UNDER

WARRANTY BEFORE CONSULTING YOUR LAB-LINE DEALER. AFTER THE WARRANTY

PERIOD, SUCH CONSULTATION IS STILL ADVISED, ESPECIALLY WHEN THE REPAIR MAY BE

TECHNICALLY SOPHISTICATED OR DIFFICULT.

IF ASSISTANCE IS NEEDED BEYOND WHAT THE DISTRIBUTOR CAN PROVIDE, PLEASE CALL

THE LAB-LINE CUSTOMER RELATIONS DEPARTMENT AT [phone] OR (800)

522-5463. NO MERCHANDISE, HOWEVER, SHOULD BE RETURNED DIRECTLY TO LAB-LINE

WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL FROM LAB-LINE.

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE (with every 3 months of constant use):
WARNING: TO AVOID RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DISCONNECT

EQUIPMENT FROM POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY
MAINTENANCE.

• Remove the platform by loosening the 4 thumbscrews. Remove the platform
mounting plate by removing the 4 flathead screws that hold it to the rubber
mounts. Inspect the drive belt and pulleys for wear. Order a replacement if
necessary.

• Check the 4 rubber mounts for cracks, wear or looseness. If these conditions
are noted, replace or tighten the mounts.

• Remove 4, 1/4-inch hex bolts from the drive plate. Lift the plate out and turn it
over to expose the motor—take care not to strain the wires. 2 brushes are
located under plastic caps on opposite sides of the lower part of the motor.
Unscrew the plastic caps and slide the brushes out. Replace the brushes
when they are worn down to 3/16 of an inch or less in length.

• Reassemble the unit carefully by reversing the preceding steps.

NOTE: IF A SINGLE BRUSH IS WORN, BOTH MUST BE REPLACED.

MAINTENANCE: (Con’t)

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REPLACING PARTS: SPEED CONTROL
WARNING: TO AVOID RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DISCONNECT

EQUIPMENT FROM POWER SOURCE BEFORE PERFORMING ANY
MAINTENANCE.

• Speed control replacement requires removal of the control panel. Remove the
2 screws that hold the panel and bring the panel forward.

To replace the speed control, remove the control knob (2 setscrews) and
a retaining nut to separate it from the panel. Unplug the terminal
connections from the old control unit and plug them into the new one.
Reverse this sequence to put the control unit and panel back in place.

REPLACING PARTS: SPEED CONTROL CALIBRATION
WARNING: BE CAREFUL TO AVOID INADVERTENT CONTACT WITH LIVE

ELECTRICAL PARTS WHILE PERFORMING THESE OPERATIONS.

• Turn on the power. Slowly rotate the speed control knob clockwise—verify
shaker rotates counterclockwise.

• Speed control adjustment: Rotate speed control knob fully counterclockwise.
Adjust speed control MIN pot for “just off” shaking.

• Adjust the speed control to maximum clockwise setting. Using the tachometer,
read the RPM—it should read 400 RPM. If not, adjust the MAX pot so that the
shaker runs at 400 RPM with the speed control at the maximum clockwise
setting.

REPLACING PARTS: SWITCH

• Switch replacement requires removal of the control panel. Remove the 2
screws that hold the panel and bring the panel forward. To replace the switch,
disconnect the wires. The switch is a snap-in type. Squeeze the tangs
together and push the switch through the front of the panel. Install the new
switch and replace the wires.

MAINTENANCE: (Con’t)

REPLACING PARTS: BELT

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• Replacement of the belt is accomplished by removing the platform mounting
plate to expose the belt. Remove the old belt. Clean the pulley grooves with a
solvent such as alcohol or mineral spirits. Install the new belt by stretching
over the pulleys, center-distance is factory set and belt requires no further
tensioning. Plug unit in and run slowly.

CAUTION: WITH PLATFORM MOUNTING PLATE REMOVED, UNIT IS
OUT OF BALANCE AND WILL” WALK” IF IT IS NOT ATTENDED. BE
SURE SPEED CONTROL IS AT ITS LOWEST SETTING BEFORE
STARTING AND THEN INCREASE SPEED SLOWLY. DO NOT LEAVE
UNIT UNATTENDED WHILE IT IS RUNNING.

• With the unit unplugged, reassemble the unit carefully by following the reverse
order from the above.

ABOUT LUBRICATION OF BEARINGS:

The shaking mechanism is equipped with permanently lubricated

bearings that do not require further lubrication or adjustment.

LUBRICATION OF GUIDES AND ROLLERS:
(See next page for illustration)

• Turn the platform mounting plate upside down. Wipe off old grease from the
cam guide and cam rollers. Re-grease the guide and rollers.

MAINTENANCE: (Con’t)

REPLACING PARTS: (Con’t)

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VIEW OF CAM GUIDE AND ROLLERS:

CAM ROLLERS
CAM GUIDE

#130-196-00*

*AS LISTED ON UPCOMING REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

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SECTION 8

REPLACEMENT PARTS

DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER
Bearing Plate Assembly: 014-966-00

Cam Roller Guide: 130-196-00
Cordset: 470-132-00
Drive Belt: 150-299-00
Eccentric Shaft Crank Assembly: 150-298-00
Knob, Selector: 560-015-00
Motor: 370-275-00
Motor Brushes (set of 2): 370-277-01
Mount, Flexible (4 required): 790-296-00
Platform Mat: 790-316-11
Pulley, Motor: 150-297-00
Speed Control Assembly: 227-598-00
Speed Control Knob: 560-223-00
Switch, Rocker: 440-375-00
Transformer (240V unit): 460-139-00
Mounting Feet:: 790-087-00
Wiring Schematics:
3508, 3508-1: 227-783-00
3508-1CE: 228-823-00

NEED A PART? CALL THE LAB-LINE PARTS HOTLINE.
CALL: [phone] or [phone]; FAX: [phone].

LAB-LINE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE CHANGES TO SPECIFICATIONS WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE.

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WARRANTY

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LAB-LINE INSTRUMENTS, INC. (“Lab-Line”) warrants that the product manufactured by Lab­Line shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of time defined on the
following page from the first to occur of (i) the date the product is sold by Lab-Line or (ii) the
date the product is purchased by the original retail customer (the “Commencement Date”).
Except as expressly stated above,

LAB-LINE MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WITH
RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, WARRANTIES OF DESIGN,
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

An authorized representative of Lab-Line must perform all warranty inspections. In the
event of a defect covered by Lab-Line’s warranty, Lab-Line shall, as its sole obligation and
exclusive remedy, provide free replacement parts to remedy the defective product. In
addition, for products sold by Lab-Line within the continental United States or Canada, Lab­Line shall provide free labor to repair the products with the replacement parts, but only for a
period of ninety (90) days from the Commencement Date.

Lab-Line’s warranty provided hereunder shall be null and void and without further force or
effect if there is any (i) repair made to the product by a party other than Lab-Line or its duly
authorized service representative, (ii) misuse (including use inconsistent with written
operating instructions for the product), mishandling, contamination, overheating,
modification or alteration of the product by any customer or third party or (iii) use of
replacement parts that are obtained from a party who is not an authorized dealer of Lab­Line.

IN NO EVENT SHALL LAB-LINE BE LIABLE TO ANY PARTY FOR ANY DIRECT,
INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, OR FOR ANY
DAMAGES RESULTING FROM LOSS OF USE OR PROFITS, ANTICIPATED OR
OTHERWISE, ARISING OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE, USE OR
PERFORMANCE OF ANY PRODUCTS, WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED ON
CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), ANY THEORY OF STRICT LIABILITY
OR REGULATORY ACTION.

The name of your nearest authorized Lab-Line dealer may be obtained by calling 1-800­522-5463.

1999 North 15th Ave., Melrose Park, IL 60160-1491 USA

PHONE: [phone] or [phone]; FAX: [phone]

DESIGNERS AND MANUFACTURERS

A SUBSIDIARY of Barnstead|Thermolyne

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WARRANTY

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12 MONTH PARTS WARRANTY:

• All Environmental Chambers

• Low Temperature B. O. D. Incubators

• Animal Study Chamber

• Controlled Environment Centers

• Biological Work Station

• Refrigerators, Freezers

• Chromatography Refrigerators (5 year parts warranty on compressor only)

• Large Capacity Refrigerators and Freezers (5 year parts warranty on compressor

only)

24 MONTH PARTS WARRANTY:

• Frame Clamps, Frame Sets, Lab Jacks

• Saybolt Viscosimeter

• Timers, Samplers, Flasks

• Saf-T-Shield, Safety Tongs

• All Incubators & Ovens

• Dual Action Open Air Shaker

• Reciprocating Shakers (open air and water bath)

• Rockers and Rotators

• Low Cost Shakers

• Environ Blok Shaker

• Titer Plate Shaker

• Multi Wrist Shaker

• Water Baths (excluding Aquabaths), Ultrasonic Cleaners

• Slide Warmers

• Mixers, Stirrers, Hotplates

• Thermal Cyclers

• Blok Heaters

• Aquabaths, lifetime warranty on heaters

LIFETIME PARTS WARRANTY:

• All ORBITAL Shakers (not carrying a 24 month parts warranty) offer a lifetime parts
warranty on the drive mechanism and a 5 year warranty on all other parts

• Refrigerated Orbital Shakers carry a lifetime warranty on the drive mechanism, 1
year parts warranty on the compressor, and a 5 year warranty on all other parts.

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SINCE 1908.

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ACCESSORY CHECKLIST

The following loose parts and accessories are packed with
this unit. Before discarding any packing materials, please be sure that
nothing has been overlooked.

MODEL NOs. : 3508, 3508-1, 3508-1CE

CHECKED BY: __________
DATE __________
PACKED BY __________

CHECKED ITEM PART NUMBER QUANTITY

_________ Operation Manual 056-707-00 1
_________ Thumb Screw 562-184-10 4
_________ Warranty Card 528-020-00 1

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