Scientific Industries SI-1500, SI-1703, SI-1600, SI-1504, SI-1700 Instruction Manual

ORBITAL-GENIE™

BENCHTOP ORBITAL SHAKER

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Models SI-1500 through SI-1706

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The ORBITAL-GENIE™ is a large capacity, multi vessel orbital shaker. Speed and time are digitally controlled for reproducibility and

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accuracy, with true speed display.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

We recommend you retain the original packaging for 90 days in case you need to return the product for any reason to your distributor or
Scientific Industries.

Plug the line cord into a properly grounded electrical outlet. (120 VAC for the SI-1500, SI-1600 and SI-1700 models; 220-240 VAC

for the SI-1501, SI-1502, SI-1503, SI-1504, SI-1506, SI-1601, SI-1602, SI-1603, SI-1604, SI-1606, SI-1701, SI-1702, SI-1703, SI-1704
and SI-1706 models; 100 VAC for the SI-1506, SI-1606 and SI-1706 models).

Illuminated numbers will appear in the TIME and SPEED windows indicating that the unit is ON and ready for use.

The work surface on which the shaker is placed must be level, stable and non-slip.

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ORBITAL-GENIE™ with Universal Ratcheting Clamps (SI-1500)
The shaker is supplied with two ratcheting and one non-ratcheting cushioned clamps (Fig.1, shown

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with additional ratcheting clamp). The non-ratcheting clamp acts as a stationary stop for securing
the vessels. It should be located at the far end or middle of the platform rods and locked in place
with the thumbscrews. Position the two ratcheting clamps on the platform rods with sufficient space
to fit the vessels. Place the vessels so that they do not touch each other and are seated firmly
against the non-ratcheting clamp. Position vessels evenly distributed on the platform. Uneven
loading may result in excessive vibrating of the shaker and support table. Should this occur, reduce
the speed or turn the shaker off and redistribute the vessels. The clamping platform can
accommodate 250mL – 2 liter vessels with a 26 lbs load capacity. It is very important to regularly
monitor shaking cycles to ensure that the vessels remain firmly secure. Press the ratcheting clamps
until the foam is compressed against the vessels (Fig.4). To release the ratcheting clamps, pull the
release arm and slide away (Fig.5).

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ORBITAL-GENIE™ for Standard Flask Clamps (SI-1600)
The shaker is supplied with a platform for accepting various size flasks or beakers (Fig.2). Flask
clamps attach to the platform with captive mounting screws. Flask clamps are sold separately
Position clamps evenly distributed on the platform. Uneven loading may result in excessive vibrating
of the shaker and support table. Should this occur, reduce the mixing speed or turn the shaker off and
redistribute the load of the vessels.

ORBITAL-GENIE™ with Adhering Mat (SI-1700)

The shaker is supplied with an adhering rubber mat for use with bottles and dishes that cannot be
held with conventional clamps (Fig.3). Patented material is naturally adhering. Rinse clean to renew
adhering properties. Flasks clamps can be used on this unit by removing the adhering mat.

OPERATION

Power on the ORBITAL-GENIE™ (rocker switch on lower right side of housing). The software version number will briefly be shown on
the display. After 5 seconds the display will show time and speed settings.

TIME

Time is displayed in the left window. Press the UP/DOWN arrow button beneath the
TIME window to set the desired cycle time from 1 minute to 99 hours 59 minutes.
Press the RUN/STOP button to begin the shaking action. The shaker will ramp up to
speed and run until the set time has elapsed. Upon time elapse, an alarm will beep
every 15 seconds and the TIME set value will blink. Beeping will end after 5 minutes
but the TIME display will continue to blink. Press any button to exit the cycle end
state.

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