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Helmer Scientific Platelet Agitator

Service Manual 

360391/A

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About this Manual

1.1 

Intended Audience

This manual provides information on how to use the platelet agitator Pro. It is intended for use by end users of the platelet agitator 
and authorized service technicians.

1.2 

Model Reference

This manual covers all Pro Series platelet agitators which may be identified by size or model number.

1.3 

Intended Use

 Note

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 his own expense.

Helmer platelet agitators are intended to provide controlled agitation required for the storage of platelet products.
The devices are intended to be operated by personnel who have procedures in place for meeting FDA, AABB, EU or any other 
applicable regulations for the processing and storage of platelet products.

1.4 

Safety Symbols and Precautions

Symbols and precautions found in this document

The following symbols are used in this manual to emphasize certain details for the user:

Task

  Indicates procedures which need to be followed.

Note

  Provides useful information regarding a procedure or operating technique when using Helmer  

Scientific products.

NOTICE

  Advises the user against initiating an action or creating a situation which could result in damage to 

equipment; personal injury is unlikely.

CAUTION

  Advises the user against initiating an action or creating a situation which could result in damage 

to equipment or impair the quality of the products or cause minor injury.

WARNING

 

 

Advises the user against initiating an action or creating a situation which could result in damage 

to equipment and serious personal injury to a patient or the user.

 

Authorized representative in the European Community

EC

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Summary of Contents for i.Series PF15-Pro

Page 1: ...360391 A Platelet Agitator Service Manual i Series Pro Models Countertop PF15 Pro PF48 Pro PF96 Pro...

Page 2: ...19 Helmer Inc All other trademarks and registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners Helmer Inc doing business as DBA Helmer Scientific and Helmer Disclaimer This manual is intende...

Page 3: ...ply 6 2 3 Mounting Brackets 6 2 4 Placement Leveling and Setup 7 2 5 Configure Platelet Agitator for Use in a Platelet Incubator Optional 7 2 6 Storage Configuration 8 2 7 External Monitoring Devices...

Page 4: ...nterference at his own expense Helmer platelet agitators are intended to provide controlled agitation required for the storage of platelet products The devices are intended to be operated by personnel...

Page 5: ...on Never physically restrict any moving component Avoid removing electrical service panels and access panels unless so instructed Keep hands away from pinch points when agitation motion is enabled Avo...

Page 6: ...Note Service information varies depending on the model and power requirements This information appears on the product specification label on the back of the platelet agitator C A B Sample Product Spec...

Page 7: ...r Supply 1 Remove the cover plate by using the thumb to push and hold the spring loaded locking key downward while sliding the plate forward Retain the cover plate in secure location for future use 2...

Page 8: ...irect connection from the platelet agitator s alarm system to the platelet incubator s alarm system Platelet Agitator and Platelet Incubator Compatibility Note Only Pro Series platelet incubators can...

Page 9: ...tion Drawers can be removed or moved to adjust storage space as needed CAUTION To avoid injury and prevent damage to the agitator ensure both left and right side drawer stop panels are fully installed...

Page 10: ...AC RMS or 70V DC is connected to the J2 remote alarm circuit the remote alarm will not function properly may be damaged or may result in injury to the user J3 Agitator Powered Remote Alarm Interface T...

Page 11: ...me Alarms are sent through the remote alarm interface The table below indicates if an alarm is audible A visual V or sent through the remote alarm interface R Notes If the motion alarm switch is ON wi...

Page 12: ...ry for replacement 9V NiMH battery with a capacity of 175 mAh 3 1 Remove Replace Trolley The storage trolley must be removed when performing certain maintenance tasks Remove Trolley 1 Switch the Motio...

Page 13: ...Alarm Volume is set to an audible level and the Alarm Delay is set to the minimum delay 2 Ensure the Motion Alarm ON OFF switch is ON 3 Switch the Power ON OFF switch OFF to stop agitation When the a...

Page 14: ...d turn on the power If operation is noisy or jerky replace the gearbox and motor Agitator is moving around on placement surface Placement surface is slick Relocate agitator to non slick surface Instal...

Page 15: ...C Drawer white 15 322731 1 069 J Motion Alarm Time Delay Switch 48 322749 1 069 K Agitator Communication Switch 96 322756 1 069 L Data Port for use with Pro Series Incubator Drawer stainless steel 15...

Page 16: ...ription Model Part Number A Wheel includes 4 wheels and brackets 801031 1 E Motor 15 48 801057 1 B Actuator Sensor 801035 1 96 801032 1 C 9V NiMH Rechargeable Back up Battery 120232 F Crank Block 8010...

Page 17: ...Helmer Scientific Platelet Agitator Service Manual 360391 A 16 Appendix A Wiring Diagram...

Page 18: ...ed at a location other than Helmer or for repairs made without the assistance of a Helmer technician will be the responsibility of the end user Additional Warranty Information The time periods set for...

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