Mettler Toledo Rainin QuickFlow Operating Instructions Manual
Rainin QuickFlow
Ergonomic Aspiration System
Operating Instructions
Rainin QuickFlow
Convenient, Trouble-free Operation
• Continuous and Non-continuous Flow
• Optical Liquid Level Sensor
• Multiple Adapters
• Easy Cleaning
Table of Contents
1 Box Contents .........................................................................................................3
2 Safety ...................................................................................................................5
2.1 Electrical safety ................................................................................................5
2.2 General safety . ................................................................................................6
3 Introduction ..........................................................................................................6
3.1 Device and liquid compatibility ..........................................................................7
4 Setup ....................................................................................................................8
4.1 Prepare workspace ...........................................................................................8
4.2 Check shipping box ..........................................................................................8
4.3 Unpack QuickFlow ...........................................................................................8
4.4 Assemble QuickFlow ........................................................................................9
4.5 Assemble the handle ......................................................................................11
5 Operation ............................................................................................................13
5.1 Select Continuous or Non-continuous aspiration ................................................13
5.2 Power up QuickFlow .......................................................................................14
5.3 Adjust speed ..................................................................................................14
5.4 Full bottle: Level sensor and liquid level alert .....................................................15
5.5 Eject tips or remove Pasteur pipette ..................................................................15
6 Cleaning and Maintenance ...................................................................................16
6.1 Emptying the bottle .........................................................................................16
6.2 Cleaning bottle and cap ............................................................................. ....17
6.3 Cleaning vacuum tube ...................................................................................17
6.4 Autoclaving ...................................................................................................18
7 Spare Parts and Accessories ................................................................................18
7.1 Filter (blue vacuum inlet tube) .........................................................................18
7.2 Handle hang-up ............................................................................................18
8 Specications ......................................................................................................19
9 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................................20
10 Incompatible Liquids and Agents ..........................................................................20
11 Ordering Information ............................................................................................21
12 Warranty .............................................................................................................22
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©2018 Mettler-Toledo Rainin, LLC. No part of this manual may be copied without the express written permission of
Mettler-Toledo Rainin, LLC.
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1 Box Contents
Shipping box
a. Base unit
a b
b. 4-liter collecting bottle
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c. Bottle cap with quick connector
heads
d. Bottle cap with closed top
e. Bottle carrying plate
f. Airflow inlet tube (blue)
g. Quick connector plug (orange)
for vacuum tube
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Note: The vacuum tube (clear)
is part of the handle kit,
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2
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see next page
h. Power supply
i. Power adapters (4)
j. Quick Reference Guide
k. Handle kit / inner box
(see next page for details)
c d e
f g
h
i
j
Figure 1: QuickFlow shipping box components
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Inner box (handle kit)
a. Handle
b. Single-tip adapter
c. Multi-tip adapter
d. Pasteur pipette adapter (glass/plastic)
e. Vacuum tube (clear)
f. Handle hang up (for safe handle storage)
g. Extra o-rings
h. Quick Reference Guide
a
Box Contents
b
d
f
c
e
g
h
Figure 2: Handle kit contents (inner box)
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2 Safety
Read all Safety warnings before setting up or servicing your Rainin QuickFlow. Always
operate QuickFlow in accordance with this User Manual. For your convenience and future
reference, this manual is available online to download at www.mt.com/quickflow-manual.
Safety notes are marked with signal words and warning symbols. These show safety
issues and warnings. Ignoring the safety notes may lead to personal injury, damage to the
instrument including malfunction, as well as unreliable results.
Safety terms used in this manual
WARNING – a hazardous situation with medium to high risk, possibly resulting in severe
personal injuries (or death) if not avoided, as well as damage to the instrument or laboratory.
CAUTION – a hazardous situation with lower risk, possibly resulting in damage to the
instrument and laboratory, data loss, and/or minor or medium personal injuries if not
avoided.
ATTENTION or NOTE (no symbol) – useful or important information about the product
Safety symbols used in this manual
General Hazard Electrical Hazard
Hand Injury Explosion Hazard
2.1 Electrical safety
WARNINGS
To reduce the risk of electric shock:
- Only use the supplied power cord at the rated line voltage when connecting QuickFlow to
electrical power. Do not modify the power cord in any way or plug it in to an ungrounded
poweroutlet.Fordetailedinformationonthepowersupply,seepage19(Specications).
-Donotopentheinstrument.Nouser-serviceablepartsareinside.Refertoqualiedservice
personnel if help is required. NOTE: Place QuickFlow in an area where it can be easily dis-
connected from power outlet in a case of emergency.
Use this product only as described in this manual. If the equipment is used in a manner not
speciedbythemanufacturer,theprotectionprovidedbytheequipmentmaybeimpaired.
NOTE: Keep the power adapter away from instrument to avoid electric shock caused by
overowing.
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2.2 General safety
WARNINGS
When lifting a full collecting bottle off the QuickFlow base unit, grasp the carrying plate from
both sides and use proper lifting procedures. A filled collecting bottle weighs approximately
Safety
5 kg (11 lbs.)
At all times, keep face and body away from the aspiration tips and pipettes when using
QuickFlow.
CAUTIONS
Always use safe laboratory practices. Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when using
QuickFlow.
Never move QuickFlow when the collecting bottle is full. Always empty the collecting bottle
before moving the instrument.
Using QuickFlow with strong acids, bases or other aggressive liquids may damage seals,
nozzles, or other parts. Clean up any contamination or accidental splashes immediately.
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3 Introduction
The Rainin QuickFlow is a benchtop liquid aspirator system made by METTLER TOLEDO.
It is designed for the safe and efficient removal of cell culture media and other commonly
used buffers in life sciences research labs.
Adapters snap to an ergonomic handle for precision aspiration control.
Aspiration may be continuous (always on) or touch-actuated via a button on the handle.
A liquid-level sensor integrated into the base unit alerts users when the collecting bottle is
full. This stops the pump to prevent overflow.
QuickFlow is intended for laboratory research purposes only. If used for other purposes,
METTLER TOLEDO is not liable for any resulting damage.
Please read this User Manual carefully, especially regarding safety, setup and basic
operation, before using QuickFlow in real lab conditions. It is the responsibility of the User to
read the instructions and to work in accordance with the standard operating procedures and
general safety guidelines defined by your workplace.
3.1 Device and liquid compatibility
Liquid-touching components of QuickFlow are made from materials including PVDF
(polyvinylidene difluoride), polypropylene and silicone rubber.
Lower concentration (up to 30%) chemicals including
- Bleach
- Acetone
- DMSO
- Trichlorethylene
- Chloroform
- Phenol
and other liquids may be aspirated safely.
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4 Setup
4.1 Prepare a workspace
An ideal workspace is a clean, dry area of bench that is protected from vibration and drafts
and is near an electrical power source. It should be out of direct sunlight.
Setup
QuickFlow requires a working horizontal bench space about 40 cm (18 inch) wide and
40 cm (18 inch) deep. It weighs about 6 kg (13.2 lbs) and is about 51 cm (20 inch) high.
Electrical power: QuickFlow comes with a set of four power adapters to enable operation
in any region.
NOTE: Avoid connecting QuickFlow to a power source used by any device with large current
fluctuations, such as a refrigerator that cycles on and off.
4.2 Check shipping box
QuickFlow is shipped from the manufacturer in one large shipping box. Check the box for
signs of damage. If there is damage to the shipping box or contents, please contact your
METTLER TOLEDO Customer Service or Sales representative.
4.3 Unpack QuickFlow
Open the shipping box. This reveals the first layer of QuickFlow components.
Take out the Quick Reference Guide, handle kit box and the cap with connectors.
Remove the top layer of foam.
Take out the QuickFlow base unit, tubing, power adapters and power supply.
Take out the empty collecting bottle with the bland (flat) cap on.
Keep the shipping box. It will be useful if you ever need to transport QuickFlow
or return it for authorized service.
If any items are missing, please contact your METTLER TOLEDO Customer Service
or Sales representative.
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