Instruction Manual
300 Volt Power Supply
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CONTENTS
WARNING 1
SAFETY INFORMATION 1
PRODUCT CONTENTS 2
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS 3
OVERVIEW 4
OPERATIONAL KEYS 6
GETTING STARTED 6
IMPORTANT GUIDELINES 7
OPERATIONAL MODES 8
CHOOSING LIMITING PARAMETER SETTINGS 9
TROUBLESHOOTING 10
OPERATIONAL ELECTRICAL PARAMETERS 11
COMMON ERRORS FOUND WITH ELECTROPHORESIS POWER SUPPLIES 12
REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE 13
TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND ORDERING INFORMATION 14
WARRANTY 15
EQUIPMENT DISPOSAL 15
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WARNING
Federal Communications Commission Advisory
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their expense. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by
the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Avoiding Electrical Shock
The peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply produces up to 500 mA or 300 volts which are electrically isolated from ground to reduce the risk of electrical shock to the user. Follow the guidelines below to ensure
safe operation of the unit.
The peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply has been designed for use with electrophoresis cells with
shielded banana plugs thus minimizing any potential shock hazard to the user. Always use gel box systems that are compatible with the Power Supply, have been designed for your specific applications, and
are suitable for the voltage and current range of the Power Supply. PEQLAB recommends against the
use of gel box systems and / or power leads that have unshielded banana plugs.
To avoid electrical shock:
1. NEVER connect or discon
nect wire leads from the power jacks when the red indicator light
at the Start/Stop key is on or when “RUNNING” is displayed on the screen.
2. WAIT at least 5 seconds after stopping a run before handling output leads or connected ap-
paratus.
3. ALWAYS make sure that hands, work area, and instruments are clean and dry before mak-
ing any connections or operating the power supply.
4. ONLY connect the power supply to a properly grounded AC outlet.
Avoiding Damage to the Instrument
1. For proper ventilation, leave at least 10 cm of space behind the instrument, and at least 5
cm of space on each side.
2. Do not operate the power supply in high humidity environments (> 95%), or where conden-
sation may occur.
3. To avoid condensation after operating the power supply in a cold room, wrap the unit in a
plastic bag and allow at least 2 hours for the unit to equilibrate to room temperature before
removing the bag and operating the unit.
Symbols
Used on the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply to indicate an area where a potential shock
hazard may exist.
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PRODUCT CONTENTS
Types of Products
This manual is supplied with the following products:
Cat. No. 55-E300-230V peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply (230 VAC, 50-60 Hz)
Cat. No. 55-E300-110V peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply (110 VAC, 50-60 Hz)
Product Contents
Component Quantity
300V Power Supply 1 each
Instruction Manual 1 each
Extra Fuse 1 each
Power Cord 1 each
Warranty Card 1 each
Upon Receiving the Instrument
Immediately upon arrival, please check carefully that the shipment is complete and has not been damaged in transit. For missing parts or to report any kind of damage, please contact PEQLAB (see 'TECHNICAL SERVICE AND ORDERING INFORMATION'). Please retain all packaging materials until the delivery has been completely checked, since this will speed up the return of good if required and reduce
environmental impact. Any form of returns, replacements or credit notes must be agreed in advance by
PEQLAB.
To ensure safe, reliable operation, always operate the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply
in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Always wear protective gloves and
safety glasses when working in a laboratory environment.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply Specifications
Input Power (Switchable) 115 VAC, 50-60 Hz
230 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Fuses One 4 A / 250 V, one extra fuse is provided
Output power max 90 watts
Output voltage range 2 ~ 300 V
Output current range 4 ~ 500 mA
Duration Limits Time ~ 99.99 hr/min
Terminal pairs 4: 4 positive voltage and 4 negative voltage
Operating Modes
Constant Voltage 1 V step
Constant Current 1 mA step
Crossover Automatic
Display type Backlit LCD Graphic type
Display size 53.64 x 15.64 mm (W x H)
Pause function Yes
Safety feature No Load Detection
Load Change Detection
Overload detection
Ground Leak
Auto Restart
Stackable Yes
Housing material Flame retardant ABS
Housing size 200 x 300 x 90 mm (W x D x H)
Operating temp. 0 – 40 °C
Operating environment 85 % RH, 75 kPa-106 kPa, Altitude not to exceed 2000 meters
Weight 2.45 kg
Certifications CE; TUV; UL
Warranty 3 years
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OVERVIEW
The peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply is a microprocessor-controlled power supply designed to meet
most electrophoresis needs in a single easy to use unit. The power supply’s small foot print and stacking
feature conserve valuable bench space. The power supply is capable of running constant voltage / constant current applications concurrently. This instrument is ideal for DNA/RNA electrophoresis, SDSPAGE, native PAGE, and second-dimension SDS-PAGE applications. With four sets of output jacks that
can be used simultaneously, the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply is designed to efficiently handle
multiple electrophoresis gel tanks and use a small amount of lab space. The peqPOWER 300 Volt Power
Supply offers two modes: Constant Voltage or Constant Current Mode. This manual describes the setup
and operation of peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply including important information on safety and
maintenance of the unit.
Features of the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply
Important features of the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply are listed below:
Constant Voltage or Current
Capable of running multiple electrophoresis units
Large LCD display with clear menu prompts for easy use
Four sets of output terminals
Purpose of the Manual
This manual includes the following information:
Safety information
Instructions for setting up the instrument
Operating instructions
Guidelines for repair and maintenance
Follow the recommendations and guidelines provided in this manual for your safety, best results, and
optimal performance of your peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply.
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Description of Buttons and Switches
Front View of peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply
Rear View of peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply
Control Buttons
LCD Display
Output Jacks
Voltage Selector
Power Switch
Fuse Drawer
Power Inlet
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OPERATIONAL KEYS
Key Functions
STOP key: Used to stop operation from the Running Screen
START/PAUSE key: Used to start operation / temporarily interrupt power to an
operation in progress without terminating electrophoresis and to resume power
after pausing without resetting the timer
CONSTANT key: Used to set up constant voltage or current values
MODE key: Used to choose either Constant Voltage or Constant Current mode
Down Arrow key: Used to move cursor down between parameters and to decrease
numeric values
Up Arrow key: Used to move cursor up between parameters and to increase numeric values
STOP
ST
ART
PAUSE
CONSTANT
MODE
GETTING STARTED
Installing the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply
1. Check the label located near the AC inlet to ensure that the unit is compatible with locally pro-
vided voltage.
2. Place the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply on a level laboratory bench. Keep the area
around the power supply clear to ensure proper ventilation of the unit.
3. For your safety: Position the unit properly such that the On-Off switch and the AC inlet located
on the rear of the unit are easily accessible.
4. Ensure the AC power switch is in the Off position.
5. Attach the power cord to the AC inlet. Use only properly grounded AC outlets and power cords.
6. Connect the leads from the electrophoresis unit; insert the red lead (+) into the red output jack,
and the black lead (-) into the black output jack.
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IMPORTANT GUIDELINES
Introduction
The important guidelines for operating the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply are provided in this section. We recommend that you carefully review these guidelines before operating the instrument.
Important
For best
results, do NOT use the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply at its maximum electrical load limits. Variations in buffer conditions can result in exceeding the power supply’s maximum voltage, current,
or power output capacity and produce undesirable variations in electrophoretic separations.
General Operating Instructions
Follow the instructions below to operate the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply.
Turn on the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply by pressing the power switch the rear side of
the instrument. Upon start-up, the Display Screen on the front of the instrument will illuminate.
Use the START/PAUSE and STOP keys to switch on and off the power oft the output jacks.
Recommendation
The duration of electrophoresis can be defined in time (hours/minutes). When using this or any electrophoresis product, we recommend that you adhere to the protocols given in the electrophoresis product
manuals, and durations, specified in time.
Important
For best re
sults, follow these important guidelines when running multiple gels and electrophoresis units
concurrently.
For example:
• Avoid running samples with differing buffer salt concentrations at the same time.
Note: Variations in conductivity due to differences in buffer salt concentrations can affect the run of all
the samples run at the same time.
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OPERATIONAL MODES
Introduction
The peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply is designed to operate under two modes, Constant Voltage
mode or Constant Current mode, depending upon your electrophoresis application.
Use the Constant Voltage / Constant Current Mode for applications that require only one specific voltage limit or current limit during the entire duration of electrophoresis.
Display Screen
The Display Screen illuminates after turning on the power to your instrument and the factory default
settings (or last settings) will be displayed. You can choose the operational Mode (Constant Voltage or
Constant Current Mode) by pressing the “constant” button.
On the Display Screen:
- The chosen constant parameter (Voltage or Current) is displayed in bold on the left
side of the display.
- The Timer is the first line on the right-top, and the non-constant value is displayed in
the second line on the right side of the display screen.
Basic Constant Operation Protocol
The Constant Voltage and Constant Current Modes allow you to specify a voltage limit, and current limit
to be used continuously during the entire duration of electrophoresis. Review the guidelines provided in
this manual before starting electrophoresis using the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply.
A basic Constant Voltage / Current Mode operating procedure of the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply is provided below. We recommend reading the guidelines provided in this manual for best results
before starting an operation.
1. Use the power switch on the rear side of the instrument to turn on the peqPOWER 300 Volt
Power Supply. The Display Screen will illuminate.
2. Press the CONSTANT key to select either Constant Voltage Operation or Constant Current Op-
eration from the Display Screen.
3. Use the Up arrow / Down arrow keys to set either voltage (V) or current (mA) parameter to the
appropriate values.
4. Press the MODE key to choose the TIME parameter, and use the Up Arrow / Down Arrow keys
to set the duration (hours/minutes) of the electrophoresis run.
5. Press START/PAUSE key to start electrophoresis.
6. Press the START/PAUSE key again to temporarily interrupt power. The red “Run”LED will flash
to indicate that the electrophoresis run is paused. Pressing the START/PAUSE key again will restart the electrophoresis run.
7. Press the STOP key to permanently stop the electrophoresis run (the timer will reset).
8. To change the limits (Voltage or Amperage) of the electrophoresis run in progress: Press the
Mode key. Enter the changes using the Up Arrow / Down Arrow keys, and then press
START/PAUSE key once again to restart your operation.
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Note: After stopping (using the STOP key) and restarting an operation, the timer resets and does not
take into account the time that electrophoresis was in progress before it was stopped.
CHOOSING LIMITING PARAMETER SETTINGS
Introduction
The peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply is capable of operating at limiting Voltage, or limiting Current.
We recommend operating the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply at limiting voltage for most applications. See below for more details.
Voltage Limiting
For most electrophoresis methods, resistance increases throughout the run. Limiting the voltage provides
the following advantages:
Current and power decrease throughout the run, providing a greater margin of safety over time.
The same voltage setting can be used regardless of the number or thickness of gels being proc-
essed.
Current Limiting
Discontinuous buffer systems and, to a lesser extent, continuous systems increase resistance during the
run. If you use the current limiting setting on the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply, the voltage will
increase as resistance increases to satisfy Ohm’s law (V=I*R). If no voltage limit is set and a local fault
condition occurs, such as a poor connection, very high local resistance may cause the voltage to increase to the maximum capacity of the power supply. This may lead to local overheating and damage
to the electrophoresis cell or create unsafe conditions. When operating under constant current conditions, set a voltage limit on the power supply at or slightly above the maximum expected voltage.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Review the information in the table below to troubleshoot operating problems.
Problem Cause Solution
AC power cord is not connected Check AC power cord connections at both
ends. Use the correct cords.
The LCD screen
remains blank and
the fan does not run
when the power is
turned on
The fuse has blown Replace the fuse
1. Electrophoresis leads are not
connected to the power supply.
1. Check the connections to the power supply
and on your electrophoresis cell to make sure
the connection is intact; check condition of
wires in electrophoresis unit.
2. The electrophoresis unit(s), is
not connected.
2. Close the circuit by reconnecting the cables.
3. There is a broken circuit in
the electrophoresis cell
3. Press START/PAUSE to restart the run.
4. High resistance due to tape
left on a pre-cast gel
4. Correct the condition by making sure the
tape is removed from the pre-cast gel.
5. Incorrect buffer concentration, or incorrect buffer volumes
in the electrophoresis cell
5. Make sure buffers are prepared correctly,
and the recommended volume of buffer is
added to the electrophoresis unit.
Operation stops
with alarm
The screen displays
“NO LOAD”
6. High voltage application is
set to run on a very low current
6. Change current setting.
Operation stops
with alarm:
Display shows
“OVER VOLTAGE”
Circuit is interrupted
1. Verify that the running buffer is correct.
2. Verify the all cables are attached correctly
3. Turn the Power switch off and on again;
restart application.
4. If you cannot restart the instrument, turn off
the power, disconnect the power cord from
the outlet, and contact Technical Service.
Operation stops
with alarm:
Display shows
“LEAKAGE”
Ground leak detected during
run
1. Check the electrophoresis system for improper grounding.
2. Restart the power supply by turning the
Power switch off and on.
Operation stops
with alarm:
Display shows
“OVER TEMP”
Power supply is overheating 1. Turn off power supply. Check for sufficient
airflow around the power supply fan. After
cooling down, restart the power supply.
2. If you cannot restart the instrument, turn off
the power, disconnect the power cord from
the outlet, and contact Technical Service.
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OPERATIONAL ELECTRICAL PARAMETERS
Power Considerations
Electrophoresis is the migration of a charged particle under the influence of an electrical field. The
power supply output parameters voltage, current and power are related by the following two equations:
Voltage (V) = Current (I) x Resistance (R); (V=I*R)
Power (P) = Current (I) x Voltage (V); (P=I*V)
Resistance
Resistance of the assembled electrophoresis cell is dependent on the conductivity of the gel buffer, the
thickness of the gel, and the number of gels being run. Although the resistance is determined by the gel
system, the resistance can vary over the course of an electrophoretic separation.
Voltage
The velocity with which an ion moves in an electric field will vary in proportion to the field strength (volts
per unit distance). The higher the voltage the faster an ion will move.
Current
Current is a function of the number of ions passing a given cross-section of the circuit at a given time.
For a given gel/buffer system, at a given temperature, current will vary in proportion to the field
strength (voltage) and/or cross-sectional area (number and/or thickness of the gels).
Power
The power in Watts, or the rate of heat generated by the system, is directly proportional to voltage and
current (P=I*V).
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COMMON ERRORS FOUND WITH ELECTROPHORESIS POWER SUPPLIES
No load
The electrophoresis system is not connected to the power leads, check the power leads
The electrophoresis system has a short, the Pt wire is broken or the banana connectors are dam-
aged
Buffer concentration too low
Buffer volume too low
Short in power cord
Current has dropped below acceptable rating (4 mA)
Short circuit
Load exceeds 500 mA
Blown fuse in the power supply
Incorrect input voltage (check input voltage switch near power inlet)
Change in load
Electrophoresis systems were added or removed during a run
Buffer leaking in a connected system
Excessive temperature increase
Excessive buffer evaporation
Loose connection in a connected system
Amperage set to low
Change in constant mode
Voltage changes to amperage
o Amperage set too low. Ceiling hit and constant mode changed from voltage to amper-
age. Increase amperage to 500 mA.
Amperage changes to voltage
o Voltage set too low. Ceiling hit and constant mode changed from amperage to voltage.
Increase voltage to 300 volts
The 300 volt system has automatic cross over, set voltage or amperage, and preset wattage. During the
electrophoresis process only one parameter is limiting at a time. The limiting parameter, together with
the conductivity in the electrophoresis system, and the values for the other parameters determine the
maximum output.
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REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE
Introduction
The peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply requires no periodic maintenance program with the exception
of an occasional dry wipe-down of the instrument.
Encountering Problems
1. Check the troubleshooting section.
2. Call Technical Service.
3. If the unit must be shipped back for repair, contact PEQLAB for a decontamination form and
shipping instructions.
Cleaning
Device and output jacks must be always clean. Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods
except those recommended by the manufacturer, check with PEQLAB that the proposed method will not
damage the equipment. To clean the centrifuge use a damp cloth and a mild, non-corrosive detergent
(ph < 8). After cleaning, ensure all parts are dried thoroughly before attempting to operate the unit. Do
not immerse the centrifuge in liquid or pour liquids over it.
Disinfection
In case disinfection gets necessary, clean the system with 70 % ethanol or IPA. After cleaning, ensure all
parts are dried thoroughly before attempting to operate the unit. Do not immerse the centrifuge in liquid
or pour liquids over it.
Before using any cleaning or decontamination methods except those recommended by the manufacturer, check with PEQLAB that the proposed method will not damage the equipment..
Replacing the Fuse
One extra fuse is supplied with the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply. For additional fuses, contact
PEQLAB’s Technical Service.
To replace the fuse:
1. Turn off the main power switch at the rear of the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply and de-
tach the power cord from the rear of the peqPOWER 300 Volt Power Supply.
2. Open the fuse compartment located inside the Power Entry Module by inserting a small flat
blade screwdriver into the slot below the ON/OFF switch. Turn the screwdriver to gently pry
open the fuse compartment.
Note: The fuse compartment will not open with the power cord in place.
3. Pull the fuse holder out of the compartment and inspect the fuse. If the fuse is burned or there is
a break in the fuse element, replace the fuse with an identical type of fuse (4A/250V) as provided in the fuse holder (see figure below).
4. Place the fuse holder back into the compartment.
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5. Snap the cover closed.
TECHNICAL SUPPORT AND ORDERING INFORMATION
This manual is supplied with the following products:
Product Outputs Voltage Current Power Cat. No.
peqPOWER 300 V (230 V) 4 300 500 mA 90 W 55-E300-230V
peqPOWER 300 V (110 V) 4 300 500 mA 90 W 55-E300-110V
Also available from PEQLAB are the following power supplies:
Product Outputs Voltage Current Power Cat. No.
peqPOWER 250 V (230 V) 4 250 3000 mA 300 W 55-E250-230V
peqPOWER 250 V (110 V) 4 250 3000 mA 300 W 55-E250-110V
For technical questions and more detailed information on PEQLAB’s products please visit
www.peqlab.com to find the respective contact person.
Please have the unit’s serial number (located on the bottom panel of the instrument) available when calling. Should an item require return to PEQLAB for service, a decontamination form must be completed
first by the user. Items sent without decontamination form will not be accepted.
All returns must be pre-approved by PEQLAB!
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WARRANTY
PEQLAB Biotechnologie GmbH warrants that this product will be free from defects in material and
workmanship for a period of three (3) years from date of purchase. If a defect is present, PEQLAB will,
at its option, repair, replace, or refund the purchase price of this product at no charge to you, provided
it is returned during the warranty period. This warranty does not apply if the product has been damaged by accident, abuse, misuse, or misapplication, or from ordinary wear and tear.
For your protection, items being returned must be insured against possible damage or loss. This warranty shall be limited to the replacement of defective products. IT IS EXPRESSLY AGREED THAT THIS
WARRANTY WILL BE IN LIEU OF ALL WARRANTIES OF FITNESS AND IN LIEU OF THE WARRANTY
OF MERCHANTABILITY.
For research use only. Not intended for any animal or human therapeutic or diagnostic use.
EQUIPMENT DISPOSAL
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This
equipment is marked with the crossed out wheeled bin symbol to indicate
that this equipment must not be disposed of with unsorted waste.
Instead it's your responsibility to correctly dispose of your equipment at lifecycle -end by handling it over to an authorized facility for separate collection
and recycling. It's also your responsibility to decontaminate the equipment in
case of biological, chemical and/or radiological contamination, so as to protect from health hazards the persons involved in the disposal and recycling of
the equipment.
For more information about where you can drop off your waste of equipment,
please contact your local dealer from whom you originally purchased this
equipment.
By doing so, you will help to conserve
natural and environmental resources and you will ensure that
your equipment is recycled in a manner that protects human health.
Thank you.
D PEQLAB Biotechnologie GmbH, 91052 Erlangen, Freecall (D): 0800 100 20 16, info@peqlab.de, www.peqlab.de
AT
PEQLAB Biotechnologie GmbH, 6404 Polling, Tel: +43 (0) 5238 84 169, info@peqlab.at, www.peqlab.at
UK PEQLAB Ltd., Southampton SO31 7ZN, Freecall (UK): 0808 20 21 302, info@peqlab.co.uk, www.peqlab.co.uk
USA PEQLAB LLC, Wilmington, DE 19810, Toll-Free (US): 877 737 5220, info@peqlab.us, www.peqlab.us
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