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Ratek OM8 Orbital Shaker – User Manual 

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Thank you 

Thank you for purchasing a Ratek product. 
 
This User Manual will assist you in the correct installation and operation of the OM8 Orbital Shaker, as well as explain the safety requirements for its 
use. 
 

Important: Please read the contents of this User Manual before unpacking and operating the product. 
 

Unpacking and Checking 

Once you have read these instructions in full and understand the installation and safety requirements including those for unpacking the carton, please 
carefully open the packing and slowly remove the product. Carefully inspect the condition of the product to ensure it has not been damaged in 
transit. Any damage should be reported immediately to the responsible carrier. If the product is damaged in any way, re-pack the product into the 
supplied packaging and notify the responsible carrier immediately.  
 

Important: Do not operate the equipment if it has been damaged in any way. Any failures resulting through the use of a damaged product 
will not be covered by the product warranty. 
 

Carton Contents 

Ensure that you have received all items outlined below before proceeding. If you have not received all components in the supplied carton, please re-
pack the carton and notify a Ratek Service representative immediately. Contact details are provided in the section of this User Manual titled “Ratek 
Service Contact Information” 

 

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Ratek OM8 Orbital Shaker 

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Summary of Contents for OM8

Page 1: ...015 English www ratek com au 60 Wadhurst Dve Boronia Victoria 3155 Australia P 613 9887 2161 F 613 9887 2163 E sales ratek com au All Rights Reserved Made in Australia User Manual printed in Australia...

Page 2: ...the product to ensure it has not been damaged in transit Any damage should be reported immediately to the responsible carrier If the product is damaged in any way re pack the product into the supplied...

Page 3: ...TY CONSIDERATIONS 5 5 5 5 Conditions of Operation 5 Safety Labels And Markings 6 OPERATING PROCEDURES 6 6 6 6 Identification of Controls Functions 6 Safety Warnings 7 Safety Recommendations 7 Preparat...

Page 4: ...r the Operator Any item that is not suitably secured to the mixing platform Suitable Environments For The Orbital Shaker The Orbital Shaker is intended for use in a clean laboratory environment only w...

Page 5: ...ng in how to perform their work safely in accordance with any local operational health and safety regulations The operator and all users should be well versed in local emergency procedures as per the...

Page 6: ...as a rotating platform which should not be touched whilst it is moving Keep all body parts away from the moving platform whilst in operation Always stop the platform using the front panel speed contro...

Page 7: ...kplace administrator or electrical maintenance staff to determine if a protective earth power socket is available A surge protected power outlet is strongly recommended as it provides some protection...

Page 8: ...inimum unobstructed distance of 500 millimetres in front of the Orbital Shaker to allow adequate room for the user to maintain a safe operating distance of 300 millimetres CAUTION The Orbital Shaker i...

Page 9: ...erly rated protective earthed wall mounted power supply outlet If there are double adapters or oversized DC power packs causing obstruction of the mains power lead plug these should first be removed E...

Page 10: ...weight The counterweight is located beneath the platform carrier It is adjustable and has 4 positions The counterweight should be set for the expected load to enable the shaker to operate smoothly wit...

Page 11: ...overed bars The bars can be moved horizontally enabling flasks test tube racks and most other types of containers to be secured to the platform TCT25 Tulip Clip Tray This tray is suitable for holding...

Page 12: ...d receptacles are completely dry before restoring electrical power Unplug the equipment from the mains power supply outlet Allow the Orbital Shaker to air dry or use a dry cloth to remove water from a...

Page 13: ...etres Temperature 0 Celsius to 45 Celsius Maximum relative humidity 80 for temperatures up to 31 Celsius decreasing linearly to 50 relative humidity at 40 Celsius MAINS supply voltage fluctuations up...

Page 14: ...a 3 year parts and 12 months labour return to base warranty effective from the date of purchase The product is manufactured in Melbourne Australia The warranty is offered by Ratek Instruments Pty Ltd...

Page 15: ...refund Ratek Instruments will pay your reasonable direct expenses of claiming under this Warranty You may submit details and proof of your expense claim to Ratek Instruments for consideration This Wa...

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